Talk About Bang for Your Buck! This beautifully remodeled 3-bedroom, 1-bath bungalow delivers exceptional value and is priced to move. Conveniently located with easy access to downtown, medical district, shopping and commerce. This home offers the perfect blend of character, comfort, and affordability. Step inside to discover a completely renovated interior featuring updated finishes and a fresh, modern feel throughout. Whether you're a first-time buyer, investor, or simply looking for an affordable move-in-ready option, this home checks all the boxes. While there is still an opportunity to add your own finishing touches to the exterior, the major work has already been done inside...making this a fantastic chance to build instant equity. Don’t miss the opportunity to make this updated home your own! The seller is even offering a home warranty for added piece of mind!
Iles Park, located between Washington Park and the University of Illinois Springfield area, is a residential and park-adjacent Springfield neighborhood with curving, tree-lined streets and a strong mid-century feel. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Washington Park paths and the nearby stretch of Chatham Road, where coffee counters, local eateries, and everyday errands set a steady rhythm. Ranch homes and split-levels sit alongside pockets of older brick houses, giving blocks a layered, lived-in look. Washington Park’s lagoon, gardens, and open lawns shape daily routines with walking loops and seasonal events. The Washington Park Botanical Garden and the Thomas Rees Memorial Carillon add a cultural note without feeling formal. Side streets stay quiet, while the park edge keeps the area active year-round.
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Offer insights
1514 S 8th St · $70,000
$69.82K and above
75% chance or better to win
Why $69.82K+ is a strong offer
DAYS ON MARKET
51 days
The average home goes pending in 6 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
99.9%
Most homes are selling 0% below list price.
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Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Interior features
Ceiling fans
Bedrooms
3 bedrooms
Main-level bedroom dimensions include: 13 x 11.8, 16.2 x 9.8, and 13.9 x 13.4 (laminate floors, egress windows on bedrooms)
Bathrooms
1 full bathroom
Kitchen
Kitchen on main level
Flooring
Laminate flooring throughout main living areas and bedrooms
Heating & cooling
Electric baseboard heating
Exterior features
Fenced yard
Level lot
Home design
Single-family residence
Multiple levels including main, upper, lower and basement
Built in 1862
Parking
No garage (other parking)
Construction
Shingle roof
Unfinished basement
Built with traditional construction (year built: 1862)
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electricity and solar
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