Expand your rental portfolio with 617 W Springfield, a 5-unit building located just minutes from downtown Champaign. Each unit is a one-bedroom with its own kitchen and bathroom. Two units have been recently remodeled, while the remaining three units have long-term tenants (with the potential for rent increases.) Significant updates include full exterior repainting, back porch upgrades, a new water heater, a new furnace, and landscaping improvements, all of which enhance both curb appeal and longevity. The property features a coin-operated laundry in the basement. Tenants have individually metered electricity, while water, sewer, and natural gas are included in a monthly utility charge that is part of the rent. A solid investment opportunity in a prime location!
PROPERTY TO BE SOLD AS IS, 5 REFRIGERATORS, 5 STOVES, 4-1 BEDROOM, 1-2 BEDROOM, RENTS: #(1-N) $420(LEASE THRU 7/1/2002), #(1-S) $370(LEASE THRU 12/31/2001), #(2-S) $390 (LEASE THRU 5/31/2002), #(2-N) $340 (VACANT) #(3RD FLR)$390 (VACANT) SHARED DRIVE AGREEMENT, * CONTRACT SALE POSSIBLE.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,810 (+71.2%)
$18,020 + $63,020
$81,040
2024
$3,978 (+6.2%)
$18,020 + $63,020
$81,040
2023
$3,747 (+6.3%)
$16,060 + $29,560
$45,620
2022
$3,525 (−35.3%)
$14,630 + $26,920
$41,550
2021
$5,447 (+3.8%)
$13,500 + $24,830
$38,330
2020
$5,245 (+3.3%)
$13,240 + $46,260
$59,500
2019
$5,077 (+2.3%)
$12,470 + $43,570
$56,040
2018
$4,963 (+3.6%)
$12,270 + $42,880
$55,150
2017
$4,792 (+11.5%)
$11,800 + $41,230
$53,030
2016
$4,296 (−0.8%)
$11,560 + $40,380
$51,940
2015
$4,329 (+1.8%)
$11,360 + $39,670
$51,030
2013
$4,254
$11,360 + $39,670
$51,030
Tax history for 617 W Springfield Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,810 (+71.2%)
$18,020 + $63,020
$81,040
2024
$3,978 (+6.2%)
$18,020 + $63,020
$81,040
2023
$3,747 (+6.3%)
$16,060 + $29,560
$45,620
2022
$3,525 (−35.3%)
$14,630 + $26,920
$41,550
2021
$5,447 (+3.8%)
$13,500 + $24,830
$38,330
2020
$5,245 (+3.3%)
$13,240 + $46,260
$59,500
2019
$5,077 (+2.3%)
$12,470 + $43,570
$56,040
2018
$4,963 (+3.6%)
$12,270 + $42,880
$55,150
2017
$4,792 (+11.5%)
$11,800 + $41,230
$53,030
2016
$4,296 (−0.8%)
$11,560 + $40,380
$51,940
2015
$4,329 (+1.8%)
$11,360 + $39,670
$51,030
2013
$4,254
$11,360 + $39,670
$51,030
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
—
Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,971 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
—
Year built
1903
Style
Other
County
Champaign County
APN
432013126003
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Oct 28, 2026.
IT-MR1
In-Town Mixed Residential-1 District
The purpose of the IT-MR1, In-Town Mixed Residential-1 District is to provide for a range of housing types from single-family to smaller-scaled multifamily residential in the In-Town neighborhoods close to Downtown. The district also provides for compatible land uses typically found in a residential neighborhood and promotes the preservation of houses. The conversion of existing structures for office use is permitted in this district. The pattern of development is one of a traditional neighborhood with smaller lot sizes and where new structures are sized and designed appropriately to transition from lower-density, single-family development to larger-scaled multifamily development.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Garden center
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Public service
Educational/school
Park & open space
Jun 15, 2010 • Final
Row excavation
Perform maintenance on the electrical mains.
Grading
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Interior
Additional Rooms Information
Basement: Unfinished
Equipment
# Of Ranges: 5
# Of Washers: 1
# Of Dryers: 1
Washer/Dryer Lsd (Y/N): No
Exterior
Building Information
# of Units: 5
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Property Information
Property Type: Multi Family 5+
Parcel Number: 432013126003
Lot Information
Dimensions: 60X132
Zoning: MULTI
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,978.30
Tax Year: 2024
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Gross Rent Multiplier: 5.48
Total Monthly Income: $4,563
Gross Income: $54,756
Utilities
Utility Information
Electric: Circuit Breakers, Separate Meters
Heating & Cooling
Heat/Ventilation: Central Bldg Heat,Forced Air
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Location
Unit Type 1 Information
# of Rooms: 3
# of Bedrooms: 1
# of Bathrooms (Total): 1
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Units: 1
Monthly Income: $818
Monthly Income Max: $818
Unit Type 2 Information
# of Rooms: 3
# of Bedrooms: 1
# of Bathrooms (Total): 1
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Units: 1
Monthly Income: $811
Monthly Income Max: $811
Unit Type 3 Information
# of Rooms: 3
# of Bedrooms: 1
# of Bathrooms (Total): 1
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Units: 1
Monthly Income: $747
Monthly Income Max: $747
Unit Type 4 Information
# of Rooms: 3
# of Bedrooms: 1
# of Bathrooms (Total): 1
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Units: 1
Monthly Income: $837
Monthly Income Max: $837
Unit Type 5 Information
# of Rooms: 3
# of Bedrooms: 1
# of Bathrooms (Total): 1
# of Full Bathrooms: 1
# of Units: 1
Monthly Income: $750
Monthly Income Max: $750
Location Information
Township: Champaign
Directions: SPRINGFIELD AVE. BETWEEN NEIL AND PROSPECT
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 7,971 square feet
Style: Other
Year Built: 1903
Year Renovated: —
County: Champaign County
APN: 432013126003
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 28, 2026
Other
Expense Information
Water Sewer Expense: $1,450
Water Expense Source: Actual
Electric Expense: $1,200
Trash Expense: $2,045
Insurance Expense: $1,200
Listing Information
Possession: Tenant's Rights
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Teams Information
Buyer Team Name: The Mark Waldhoff Team
Around this home
Schools
South Side Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
6/10
Edison Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
5/10
Central High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.3mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 18 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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