What a convenient westside location. Close to shopping, schools, and parks. This three bedroom two bath ranch with a two and half car attached garage is located in the Owen Marsh Elementary School District, Grant Middle School District, and Springfield High School District. As you enter this home you will find an entry with a guest closet The spacious living room has a fireplace with a gas log and large window. The airy large eat in kitchen has a dishwasher, a stove, and a refrigerator. The same luxury vinyl flooring flows throughout these entertaining areas. Primary bedroom has full bath and a large closet. Other two bedrooms share a full bath and have good closet space. Gorgeous refinished hardwood flooring is in all bedrooms. Its full clean unfinished basement has a laundry area with utility tub and a folding area. The basement also provides good storage and crafting. The home has a newer electrical box, a newer roof, and a battery back up sump pump. The current owner has lived in this home, but has no tax exemptions. You will enjoy outdoor entertaining on the patio.
Single-familyProperty Type
1962Year Built
$149Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Kevin Graham• Century 21 Real Estate Assoc
After 21 years, we hope you will enjoy this home as we have. Conveniently located near west side amenities and a short drive to downtown or the interstate. Freshly painted, and new waterproof vinyl plank flooring installed in main living areas. The kitchen provides a double oven, cooktop, dishwasher and refrigerator! Beautiful refinished hard wood floors in all three bedrooms. Guest bath with retro fixtures, new flooring and paint. Wide open basement with room to grow! You will enjoy the patio in the back yard. Home is situated on a lovely corner lot. Seller is offering a 13 month HWA home warranty. Battery back up sump pump too! Enjoy!
Public Records
May 22, 2000
Sold
$110,000
$76/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,221 (−4.8%)
$9,031 + $47,594
$56,625
2024
$4,436 (+4.0%)
$8,423 + $44,389
$52,812
2023
$4,265 (+5.0%)
$7,694 + $40,545
$48,239
2022
$4,063 (+38.3%)
$7,297 + $38,039
$45,336
2021
$2,938 (−16.8%)
$7,024 + $36,615
$43,639
2020
$3,530 (+2.0%)
$7,035 + $44,040
$51,075
2019
$3,461 (+6.6%)
$7,010 + $43,886
$50,896
2018
$3,246 (+2.5%)
$6,975 + $42,438
$49,413
2017
$3,166 (+2.5%)
$6,885 + $41,889
$48,774
2016
$3,090 (+7.5%)
$6,785 + $41,278
$48,063
2013
$2,874
$6,662 + $39,813
$46,475
Tax history for 642 Witherspoon St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,221 (−4.8%)
$9,031 + $47,594
$56,625
2024
$4,436 (+4.0%)
$8,423 + $44,389
$52,812
2023
$4,265 (+5.0%)
$7,694 + $40,545
$48,239
2022
$4,063 (+38.3%)
$7,297 + $38,039
$45,336
2021
$2,938 (−16.8%)
$7,024 + $36,615
$43,639
2020
$3,530 (+2.0%)
$7,035 + $44,040
$51,075
2019
$3,461 (+6.6%)
$7,010 + $43,886
$50,896
2018
$3,246 (+2.5%)
$6,975 + $42,438
$49,413
2017
$3,166 (+2.5%)
$6,885 + $41,889
$48,774
2016
$3,090 (+7.5%)
$6,785 + $41,278
$48,063
2013
$2,874
$6,662 + $39,813
$46,475
*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
Beds
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
10,013 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sangamon County
APN
14310281010
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.
R-1
Single-Family Residence District
This district is designed to provide a suitable open character for single-family detached dwellings at low densities. The districts also include community facilities and public open space uses which serve the residents of these districts or which an open residential environment benefits.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Community / recreation center
Religious facility
Housing-Single unit
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: Attached
Interior
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms (Total): 3
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms (Full): 2
Bathrooms (Half): 0
Room 1 Information
Room 1 Full Bathrooms: 2
Room 1 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 1 Area: 1450
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: No
Room 6 Flooring: Hardwood
Room 6 Length: 14
Room 6 Level: Main
Room 6 Type: Bedroom 1
Room 6 Width: 11.6
Room 7 Information
Room 7 Egress Window: No
Room 7 Flooring: Hardwood
Room 7 Length: 12
Room 7 Level: Main
Room 7 Type: Bedroom 2
Room 7 Width: 11.6
Room 8 Information
Room 8 Egress Window: No
Room 8 Flooring: Hardwood
Room 8 Length: 12
Room 8 Level: Main
Room 8 Type: Bedroom 3
Room 8 Width: 11
Room 9 Information
Room 9 Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
Room 9 Length: 20
Room 9 Level: Main
Room 9 Type: Living Room
Room 9 Width: 15
Room 10 Information
Room 10 Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
Room 10 Length: 14
Room 10 Level: Main
Room 10 Type: Dining Room
Room 10 Width: 10
Room 11 Information
Room 11 Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
Room 11 Length: 14
Room 11 Level: Main
Room 11 Type: Kitchen
Room 11 Width: 11.6
Room 12 Information
Room 12Flooring: Other
Room 12 Level: Basement
Room 12 Type: Laundry
Room 13 Information
Room 13 Flooring: Tile
Room 13 Description: Primary Ensuite Bath
Room 13 Length: 7
Room 13 Level: Main
Room 13 Type: Additional Room
Room 13 Width: 6
Room 14 Information
Room 14 Flooring: Hardwood
Room 14 Description: Hall full bath
Room 14 Length: 8
Room 14 Level: Main
Room 14 Type: Additional Room 2
Room 14 Width: 7
Room 15 Information
Room 15 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 15 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 15 Type: Third Floor
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement: Full, Unfinished
Interior Features
Appliances: Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Fireplace Features: Gas Log
Fireplaces Total: 1
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: 92' X 100' X 81' X 96'
Building Information
Is New Construction: No
Building Area Total: 1450
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Annual Amount: 4435.94
Tax Legal Description: CHAS S WANLESS Knox Knolls SUBD L 32
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public, Public Sewer
Location
School Information
High School: Springfield District #186
Location Information
Directions: West on Monroe. South on Kenyon. Right on Witherspoon. Home is on the left.
Subdivision Name: Knox Knolls
MLS Area Minor: Springfield
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 10,013 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Sangamon County
APN: 14310281010
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
Other
Listing Information
MLS Area Minor: Springfield
Standard Status: Closed
Home Information
Living Area: 1450
Building Area Total: 1450
Year Built: 1962
Around this home
Schools
K - 12
Preschool & daycare
Owen Marsh Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
7/10
U S Grant Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
2/10
Springfield High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi
5/10
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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 105° expected this year, 20 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
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1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Estimated sale price
$206,000 – $249,000
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