Welcome to 1709 N. 20th Streeta cute, affordable home on Springfield’s Northend. This is the home that will cost less than renting, with your own big yard and shed. Recently refreshed with fresh paint throughout and several other updates, with a prior full home remodel in 2016. The home received a new roof, full kitchen, bathroom, furnace, water heater and ac a coil. All appliances remain, including the stand-up washer and dryer. Outside, you’ll love the spacious backyard with plenty of room to relax, play, garden or entertain. The seller is also offering a home warranty with an acceptable offer. Grab yourself a tub of mini donuts just up the road at the fair and check it out TODAY!
Single-familyProperty Type
1947Year Built
6,000 sq ftLot Size
$115Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Lacey Stephenson• Keller Williams Capital
Contact: Mobl: 217-638-4431
Bought with Jessica Shaffer• Land & Home Real Estate
Est. $1,422 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1709 N 20th St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #CA1045845
Sep 22, 2026
Sold
$62,000
$115/sq ft
Aug 19, 2026
Pending
—
Aug 15, 2026
Listed
$69,900
$130/sq ft
RMLSA as Distributed by MLS Grid #CA1016655
Aug 15, 2022
Sold
$50,000
$93/sq ft
Aug 4, 2022
Pending
—
Aug 2, 2022
Listed
$45,000
$84/sq ft
+18
Close to shopping and Fairview Park. This home was updated in 2016 with windows, roof, bathroom, kitchen, plumbing, water heater, furnace and a/c coil, lighting. You can own this and pay less than rent. There is a concrete pad in the back that is ideal for outdoor entertaining. With the large backyard and few trees you may be inspired to start a garden. Stove and microwave stay. Other appliances do not.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,074 (+6.8%)
$3,904 + $15,356
$19,260
2024
$1,005 (+9.2%)
$3,641 + $14,322
$17,963
2023
$920 (−22.7%)
$3,326 + $13,082
$16,408
2022
$1,190 (−11.8%)
$3,155 + $12,409
$15,564
2021
$1,348 (+2.0%)
$3,037 + $11,944
$14,981
2020
$1,322 (+1.9%)
$3,042 + $11,962
$15,004
2019
$1,297 (+3.2%)
$3,031 + $11,920
$14,951
2018
$1,257 (+2.1%)
$3,016 + $11,862
$14,878
2017
$1,231
$2,977 + $11,709
$14,686
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
—
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
6,009 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
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Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sangamon County
APN
14230176057
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 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
Garage Spaces: 0
Parking Features: Parking Pad
Interior
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms (Total): 1
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms (Full): 1
Bathrooms (Half): 0
Room 1 Information
Room 1 Full Bathrooms: 1
Room 1 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 1 Area: 538
Room 1 Area Units: Feet.Inches
Room 1 Type: Main Level
Room 2 Information
Room 2 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 2 Half Bathrooms: 0
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 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: Laminate
Room 6 Length: 11.9
Room 6 Level: Main
Room 6 Type: Bedroom 1
Room 6 Width: 9.5
Room 7 Information
Room 7 Flooring: Laminate
Room 7 Length: 16.6
Room 7 Level: Main
Room 7 Type: Living Room
Room 7 Width: 9.7
Room 8 Information
Room 8 Flooring: Laminate
Room 8 Length: 11.4
Room 8 Level: Main
Room 8 Type: Kitchen
Room 8 Width: 9.7
Room 9 Information
Room 9 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 9 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 9 Type: Third Floor
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air
Room Information
Basement: None
Interior Features
Fireplaces Total: 0
Exterior
Property Type
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Level
Lot Size Dimensions: 40x150
Building Information
Is New Construction: No
Building Area Total: 538
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Annual Amount: 1073
Tax Legal Description: FRED W WANLESS VICTORY ADDN PT E1/2 NW 23-16-5 L 87
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public, Public Sewer
Location
School Information
High School: Springfield District #186
Location Information
Directions: Sangamon turn South on 20th. Home on the right.
Subdivision Name: None
MLS Area Minor: Springfield
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,009 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Sangamon County
APN: 14230176057
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
Other
Listing Information
MLS Area Minor: Springfield
Standard Status: Closed
Home Information
Living Area: 538
Building Area Total: 538
Year Built: 1947
Around this home
Schools
Fairview Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi
5/10
Washington Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
1/10
Lanphier High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
1/10
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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
4/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 104° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Springfield, IL • 62702
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Springfield. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.4 hrs
5.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$61,000 – $74,000
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