$129,900

2516 S 8th St Springfield, IL 62703

$1,543
Closing credit¹
3 beds
2 full
1,826 sqft
$71 / sqft
House

Property details

About 2516 S 8th St

Don't miss this beautifully updated home! From the moment you enter, you'll be captivated by the elegant coffered ceiling and paneled walls in the living room. Gleaming hardwood floors run throughout most rooms, complementing the all-new kitchen with modern finishes. Major updates include a replaced roof, energy-efficient vinyl windows, and a large new water heater. The exterior features newer durable vinyl siding with house wrap and insulated walls for year-round comfort. Enjoy the convenience of an extra full bath in the finished basement and a spacious garage with an oversized storage area. This home combines charm, efficiency, and functionality- come see it today!

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Size1,826 sqft
BasementYes
Year built
ParkingDetached
MLS #CA1036521
Garage1 space

Summary

  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Wet Bar, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 1 space
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached
  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • List Price: $129,900
  • Price/SqFt: $71
  • Annual Tax Amount: $1,794
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Level
  • Directions: South 8th Street
  • Living Area: 1,826 SqFt
  • MLS Number: CA1036521
  • MLS Name: RMLSA
  • Office Name: RE/MAX Professionals
  • Listing Agent: Jim Fulgenzi

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$26,296$1,794
2022$24,944$1,697
2021$24,010$1,621
2020$24,046$1,589
2019$23,962$2,137
2018$25,299$2,137
2017$24,972$2,093

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

2

Harvard Park Elementary School

Public District PK-5

0.2 mi

2501 S 11th St

4

Black Hawk Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

2500 S College St

3

Southern View Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.1 mi

3338 S 5th St

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $41,148. The most common annual income of people living in Springfield, IL is between $35k-100k. The most common type of family is single, no kids. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

43%
<35k
52%
35k-100k
5%
100k-200k
0%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree

What types of families live nearby?

52%
Single, No Kids
16%
Single, with Kids
21%
Married, No Kids
11%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
8%
12-17 yrs old
23%
18-34 yrs old
44%
35-64 yrs old
11%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports
  • Pro BoxingPro Boxing
  • College BasketballCollege Basketball

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Sam's ClubSam's Club
  • Family DollarFamily Dollar
  • DillardsDillards

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • White CastleWhite Castle
  • Logan's RoadhouseLogan's Roadhouse
  • LongHorn SteakhouseLongHorn Steakhouse

What do the neighbors drive?

  • OldsmobileOldsmobile
  • ChevroletChevrolet
  • HyundaiHyundai

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • Adult StandardsAdult Standards
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 2516 S 8th St

The listing price of 2516 S 8th St property is $129,900.

The property 2516 S 8th St is a house located in Springfield, Illinois, 62703.

Active Listing: 2516 S 8th St is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 2516 S 8th St are: Harvard Park Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Black Hawk Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 4/10), Southern View Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Jefferson Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 1/10), Iles Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Benjamin Franklin Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Springfield Southeast High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Edwin a Lee Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Springfield High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $1,794 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 2516 S 8th St has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

The property 2516 S 8th St is 1,826 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 2516 S 8th St is 0.

This home is located at 2516 S 8th St in Springfield, IL and zip code 62703 in the Harvard Park neighborhood. This 1,826 square foot home was built in 0. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since May 19, 2025 and is currently priced at $129,900.

Over 38 listings were sold over their listed price in April 2025 in Springfield, IL. In the same period over 54 listings were sold below the listed price and 32 listings were sold for the listed price. The number of listings in Springfield, IL increased by 11.1% between March and April 2025. The median list price of listings available in April 2025 was $170,111, while the average time on the real estate market was 23 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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