$139,900

720 S Park Ave Springfield, IL 62704

$1,661
Closing credit¹
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,403 sqft
$100 / sqft
House

Property details

About 720 S Park Ave

Just steps from beautiful Washington Park, this delightful home blends classic charm with key updates. Featuring natural hardwood floors, a cozy front porch, and a fenced-in yard, it’s full of warmth and personality. Enjoy peace of mind with a roof less than 10 years old and newer windows in the living room and upstairs (installed less than 2 years ago). The spacious layout includes 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, a full unfinished basement, and a finished third floor that houses the third bedroom. A detached 2-car garage completes the package. Don’t miss your chance to own this character-filled gem in a walkable, sought-after location! Inspections welcome but seller prefers to sell as-is

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingElectric, Natural Gas, Forced Air
StatusActive
CoolingCentral Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
Size1,403 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1910
ParkingDetached, Alley Access
MLS #CA1037183
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Appliances: Disposal, Range, Refrigerator, Dryer
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Total Bedroom Count: 3
  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No
  • Parking: Detached, Alley Access
  • Heating: Electric, Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • List Price: $139,900
  • Price/SqFt: $99
  • Annual Tax Amount: $3,060
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Lot: Level
  • Directions: N on Rt. 4, E on Monroe, SE on Lawrence, N on South Park, Home is on the Right.
  • Year Built: 1910
  • Living Area: 1,403 SqFt
  • MLS Number: CA1037183
  • MLS Name: RMLSA
  • Office Name: The Real Estate Group, Inc.
  • Listing Agent: Cindy Grady

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720 S Park Ave, Springfield, IL 62704 - view of front of property featuring covered porch, a chimney, and a front lawn

$139,900

720 S Park Ave

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Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$40,612$3,060
2022$38,524$2,914
2021$37,081$2,797
2020$37,137$2,742
2019$37,007$2,574
2018$36,472$2,574
2017$36,001$2,514

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Elizabeth Graham Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.4 mi

900 W Edwards St

3

Dubois Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.4 mi

120 S Lincoln Ave

7

Butler Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.9 mi

1701 S MacArthur Blvd

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 $62,380. The majority of Springfield, IL residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Typical family type is single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

31%
<35k
50%
35k-100k
18%
100k-200k
1%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

60%
Single, No Kids
10%
Single, with Kids
18%
Married, No Kids
12%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

13%
<11 yrs old
5%
12-17 yrs old
26%
18-34 yrs old
36%
35-64 yrs old
20%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • College BasketballCollege Basketball
  • Extreme SportsExtreme Sports
  • Horse RacesHorse Races

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • DillardsDillards
  • Sam's ClubSam's Club
  • Stein MartStein Mart

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

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

What do the neighbors drive?

  • HyundaiHyundai
  • OldsmobileOldsmobile
  • BuickBuick

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • RockRock
  • Contemporary InspirationalContemporary Inspirational
  • Christian Adult ContemporaryChristian Adult Contemporary
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Frequently asked questions

About 720 S Park Ave

The listing price of 720 S Park Ave property is $139,900.

The property 720 S Park Ave is a house located in Springfield, Illinois, 62704.

Active Listing: 720 S Park Ave is For Sale (Active/New) which means the seller is accepting offers.

The nearby schools for 720 S Park Ave are: Elizabeth Graham Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Dubois Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Butler Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), U S Grant Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Benjamin Franklin Middle School (GreatSchools Rating 3/10), Lincoln Magnet School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Springfield High School (GreatSchools Rating 5/10), Lanphier High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10), Springfield Southeast High School (GreatSchools Rating 2/10).

According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $3,060 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

The property at 720 S Park Ave has 3 bedrooms and 1 full and 1 half bathrooms.

The property 720 S Park Ave is 1,403 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

The year of construction for 720 S Park Ave is 1910.

This home is located at 720 S Park Ave in Springfield, IL and zip code 62704 in the Historic Westside neighborhood. This 1,403 square foot home was built in 1910. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 15, 2025 and is currently priced at $139,900.

Over 66 listings were sold over their listed price in May 2025 in Springfield, IL. In the same period over 56 listings were sold below the listed price and 29 listings were sold for the listed price. Between April and May 2025, Springfield, IL real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 2%. Listings spent 19 days on the market in May 2025, and had a median list price of $172,791 during the same period.

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

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