SOLD MAR 16, 2026

Off market mar 2026 for $206K

$239,277

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2,952

sq ft

1540 N 3rd St, Springfield, IL 62702

About this home

Super spacious, full of timeless charm & beautifully improved in Lincoln Park! This 4-5BR home stretches across 3 levels w/ incredible versatility. Gorgeously refinished hardwoods nearly everywhere include the staircase & are paired w/fresh interior paint, 2" faux wood blinds & updated lighting & fan fixtures w/remotes throughout. An expansive LR welcomes with brick accents, window seating & undeniable character, while the oversized formal dining room is filled w/natural light & stunning built-in display storage. The white kitchen blends modern style & exposed brick accents w/ample cabinetry, modern appliances & a shelving equipped walk-in pantry. On the main floor, an office space w/new sliding door steps onto a delightful back deck & easily offers use as a main floor BR as well. Upstairs find practical perks in 2nd floor laundry w/storage plus an elegantly updated full bathroom. The 3rd level provides extra living & private spaces including a large BR & full kitchen, ideal for long term guests, in law living or income potential. Outside, enjoy a large fenced corner-lot yard, an extra-deep 2c det. garage & an attractive front porch enjoyed under remote-operated fans. Big-ticket improvements include extensive energy eff. boiler system, tuckpointing, extra-deep SS sinks kitchens (x2), some replacement windows & more! A Lincoln Park gem combining necessary improvements, touches of trend & the obvious preservation of arched doorways, built-ins & adorable window seat details!

Single-familyProperty Type

1920Year Built

0.25 acresLot Size

$81Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Kyle Killebrew • The Real Estate Group, Inc.

Contact: Mobl: 217-741-4040

Bought with Celinda Doolin • Keller Williams Capital

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•Source:RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #CA1041513

Redfin Estimate

$239,277

$33K since sold in March 2026$3,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 89.1% higher than the average sale price ($127K) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD OCT 13, 2026
$90,000
A
3 beds2 baths1,123 sq ft
521 W North Grand Ave, Grandview, IL 62702
SOLD JUL 8, 2026
$129,900
B
2 beds2 baths1,756 sq ft
1225 N Franklin Ave, Springfield, IL 62702
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$169,900
C
3 beds2 baths1,180 sq ft
2014 N 9th St, Springfield, IL 62702
SOLD SEP 10, 2026
$43,000
D
4 beds2 baths1,760 sq ft
1035 N 6th St, Springfield, IL 62702
SOLD JUN 18, 2026
$200,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths3,680 sq ft
2301 Arrowhead Dr, Springfield, IL 62702

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Market trends in 62702, IL

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.0%

1.0% MoM

Median sale price

$131K

$12K MoM

Avg. days on market

1 days MoM

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Sale history for 1540 N 3rd St

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Zoning

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Year renovated

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Year built

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Style

Single Family Residential

County

Sangamon County

APN

14-22.0-305-001

Parking Spaces

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Basement

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HOA Dues

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Last updated by owner on Jan 28, 2026.

R-2

Single-Family and Duplex Residence District

The R-2 single-family and duplex residence district provides for single-family and two-family residential development on normal sized lots.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Educational/school
Golf related
Sports arena / stadium
Agriculture-Cropland
Park & open space

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
Has Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Detached

Interior

Bedroom Information
Bedrooms (Total): 5

Bathroom Information
Bathrooms (Full): 3
Bathrooms (Half): 0

Room 1 Information
Room 1 Full Bathrooms: 1
Room 1 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 1 Area: 1305
Room 1 Area Units: Feet.Inches
Room 1 Type: Main Level

Room 2 Information
Room 2 Full Bathrooms: 1
Room 2 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 2 Area: 1082
Room 2 Type: Upper Level

Room 3 Information
Room 3 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 3 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 3 Area Units: Feet.Inches
Room 3 Type: Lower Level

Room 4 Information
Room 4 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 4 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 4 Area: 0
Room 4 Area Units: Feet.Inches
Room 4 Type: Basement

Room 5 Information
Room 5 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 5 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 5 Area Units: Feet.Inches
Room 5 Type: Additional Level

Room 6 Information
Room 6 Egress Window: Yes
Room 6 Flooring: Hardwood
Room 6 Length: 16.7
Room 6 Level: Upper
Room 6 Type: Bedroom 1
Room 6 Width: 12.8

Room 7 Information
Room 7 Egress Window: Yes
Room 7 Flooring: Hardwood
Room 7 Length: 16.7
Room 7 Level: Upper
Room 7 Type: Bedroom 2
Room 7 Width: 10.1

Room 8 Information
Room 8 Egress Window: Yes
Room 8 Flooring: Hardwood
Room 8 Length: 16.8
Room 8 Level: Upper
Room 8 Type: Bedroom 3
Room 8 Width: 11.4

Room 9 Information
Room 9 Egress Window: Yes
Room 9 Flooring: Hardwood
Room 9 Length: 14.8
Room 9 Level: Main
Room 9 Type: Bedroom 4
Room 9 Width: 14.4

Room 10 Information
Room 10 Egress Window: Yes
Room 10 Flooring: Hardwood
Room 10 Length: 13
Room 10 Level: Third
Room 10 Type: Bedroom 5
Room 10 Width: 12.4

Room 11 Information
Room 11 Flooring: Hardwood
Room 11 Length: 18.9
Room 11 Level: Main
Room 11 Type: Living Room
Room 11 Width: 19.1

Room 12 Information
Room 12Flooring: Hardwood
Room 12 Length: 16.9
Room 12 Level: Main
Room 12 Type: Dining Room
Room 12 Width: 13

Room 13 Information
Room 13 Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
Room 13 Length: 12
Room 13 Level: Main
Room 13 Type: Kitchen
Room 13 Width: 14.6

Room 14 Information
Room 14 Flooring: Hardwood
Room 14 Length: 9.1
Room 14 Level: Third
Room 14 Type: Office
Room 14 Width: 7.2

Room 15 Information
Room 15 Flooring: Hardwood
Room 15 Length: 10.3
Room 15 Level: Upper
Room 15 Type: Laundry
Room 15 Width: 10

Room 16 Information
Room 16 Flooring: Hardwood
Room 16 Description: Sitting Room
Room 16 Length: 5.9
Room 16 Level: Upper
Room 16 Type: Additional Room
Room 16 Width: 9.6

Room 17 Information
Room 17 Full Bathrooms: 1
Room 17 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 17 Area: 565
Room 17 Type: Third Floor

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Electric, Hot Water, Radiant, Wall Unit(s), Window Unit(s), Other

Room Information
Has Basement
Basement: Partial, Unfinished

Interior Features
Cable Available,Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances: Refrigerator, Other
Fireplace Features: Non Functional
Fireplaces Total: 2

Exterior

Property Type
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Exterior Features
Fencing: Fenced
Shed(s), Replacement Windows
Roof: Shingle

Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence

Lot Information
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
Lot Size Dimensions: 126 x 88
Road Surface Type: Paved

Building Information
Is New Construction: No
Building Area Total: 2952

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: 2550.84
Tax Legal Description: N 88' W1/2 L 21 Ex Alley Beverly Allens Sub Pt Nw Sw 22-16-5

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public Sewer, Public

Location

School Information
High School: Springfield District #186

Location Information
Directions: North 3rd St. Just South Of Lincoln Park
Subdivision Name: None
MLS Area Minor: Springfield

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: —
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Sangamon County
APN: 14-22.0-305-001

Home facts updated by county records on Jan 28, 2026

Other

Listing Information
MLS Area Minor: Springfield
Standard Status: Closed

Home Information
Living Area: 2952
Building Area Total: 2952
Year Built: 1920

Around this home

Schools

Mcclernand Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi

4/10

Washington Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.4mi

1/10

Lanphier High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi

1/10

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Springfield, IL • 62702

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Estimated sale price

$228,000 – $276,000

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Home values near 1540 N 3rd St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1520 N 3rd Street, Springfield, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2533 Sq. Ft.	$182,628
1533 N 3rd Street, Springfield, IL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2283 Sq. Ft.	$191,179

Address	Redfin Estimate
1529 N 3rd Street, Springfield, IL 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1896 Sq. Ft.	$162,228
1505 N 3rd Street, Springfield, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1592 Sq. Ft.	$160,629

Address	Redfin Estimate
1521 N 3rd Street, Springfield, IL 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1243 Sq. Ft.	$142,011
1509 N 3rd Street, Springfield, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1252 Sq. Ft.	$134,326

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