$159,000

845 S Columbia Ave Springfield, IL 62704

$1,888
Closing credit¹
2 beds
1 full
977 sqft
$163 / sqft
House

Property details

About 845 S Columbia Ave

This is the 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom Washington Park bungalow you've been looking for! It has the quality features of the era like gorgeous hardwood floors and thick woodwork blended with modern updates to the kitchen and bath as well as newer windows! Recent improvements include interior painting in 2022, new back storm door and service door to garage installed in 2025. A native Chinkapin Oak and Japanese Maple were added to the front yard and a Serviceberry in the private backyard which is the perfect place for gardening or relaxing, while the covered front porch invites you to visit with neighbors and guests! Home has been pre-inspected for buyer convenience.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Central
StatusActive
Size977 sqft
BasementYes
Year built1925
ParkingDetached, On Street
MLS #CA1035002
Garage1 space

Summary

  • MLS Number: CA1035002
  • MLS Name: RMLSA
  • Office Name: The Real Estate Group, Inc.
  • Listing Agent: Megan Pressnall

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Price information

Property sales

DateEventPrice
Feb 15, 2022
Home Sold
$130,500
Sep 21, 2020
Home Sold
$118,000
May 15, 2014
Home Sold
$105,000
Jan 31, 2012
Home Sold
$88,000
Sep 02, 2005
Home Sold
$87,000

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2023$43,249$3,293
2022$40,700$3,109
2021$39,176$2,986
2020$35,679$2,614
2019$35,555$2,482
2018$35,382$2,482
2017$34,925$2,424

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

3

Elizabeth Graham Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.5 mi

900 W Edwards St

3

Dubois Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.6 mi

120 S Lincoln Ave

7

Butler Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.8 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 $58,125. The majority of Springfield, IL residents have income between $35k-100k annually. The majority of families are single, no kids. The most common level of education of people living in this area is post secondary degree.

How much money do the neighbors make?

36%
<35k
42%
35k-100k
21%
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?

53%
Single, No Kids
7%
Single, with Kids
28%
Married, No Kids
12%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

15%
<11 yrs old
4%
12-17 yrs old
20%
18-34 yrs old
48%
35-64 yrs old
13%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • NBA/WNBANBA/WNBA
  • Symphony or OperaSymphony or Opera
  • TennisTennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • New York & CompanyNew York & Company
  • Chico'sChico's
  • IKEAIKEA

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • QdobaQdoba
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • ChipotleChipotle

What do the neighbors drive?

  • InfinitiInfiniti
  • VolvoVolvo
  • JeepJeep

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • Active RockActive Rock
  • Talk/PersonalityTalk/Personality
  • AlternativeAlternative
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

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Frequently asked questions

About 845 S Columbia Ave

This home is located at 845 S Columbia Ave in Springfield, IL and zip code 62704 in the Historic Westside neighborhood. This 977 square foot home was built in 1925. Features: 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since March 13, 2025 and is currently priced at $159,000.

While more than 15 listings in Springfield, IL in February 2025 were sold above asking price, there were more than 18 listings sold at asking price, and more than 57 were sold below. In February 2025 in Springfield, IL there were 8% less homes for sale than in January. In February 2025 median list price was $168,705 and the average listing age was 31 days.

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

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