Here are 3 lots located just 2 blocks from the Lincoln Homes National Historical Site, ready for you to break ground for your next business adventure or expansion. They are within walking distance to downtown Springfield and all its historical sites, shopping, local restaurants, and theaters. In addition to the historical aspects, these lots are within walking distance of major medical facilities, and state, county, and municipal offices. 4 Blocks to the BOS Convention Center and Springfield's new transportation hub. You could catch the city bus right at your curb. City utilities and Ameren for natural gas are available. They all are zoned commercial but county records indicate under property type and land use as Residential Vacant Land. You really should check these lots out.
Vacant landProperty Type
0.28 acresLot Size
$75,002Price/Acres
Listed by Dennis Pryor• Century 21 Real Estate Assoc
Contact: Mobl: 217-414-6027
Bought with Clayton Yates• The Real Estate Group, Inc.
Parcel Number: 14-34.0-191-001, 702 s 8th St Springfield, IL Parcel Number: 14-34.0-191-002, 812 E Cook St Springfield, IL Parcel Number: 14-34.0-191-003, 704 s 8th St Springfield, IL
Public Records
Jun 25, 2013
Sold
$30,000
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$353 (+3.3%)
$4,356
2024
$341 (+4.0%)
$4,063
2023
$328 (+8.1%)
$3,711
2022
$304 (−53.9%)
$3,388
2021
$659 (+2.0%)
$7,320
2020
$646 (+1.9%)
$7,331
2019
$634 (+3.1%)
$7,305
2018
$615 (+2.1%)
$7,273
2017
$602 (+2.2%)
$7,179
2016
$589 (+4.8%)
$7,074
2013
$562
$6,944
Tax history for 702 S 8th St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$353 (+3.3%)
$4,356
2024
$341 (+4.0%)
$4,063
2023
$328 (+8.1%)
$3,711
2022
$304 (−53.9%)
$3,388
2021
$659 (+2.0%)
$7,320
2020
$646 (+1.9%)
$7,331
2019
$634 (+3.1%)
$7,305
2018
$615 (+2.1%)
$7,273
2017
$602 (+2.2%)
$7,179
2016
$589 (+4.8%)
$7,074
2013
$562
$6,944
*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
5,162 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Vacant Land
County
Sangamon County
APN
14340191001
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Aug 12, 2026.
R-5(B)
General Residence and Office District
These districts are designed to provide for all the facilities permitted in the R-3 general residence districts plus administrative, professional, and business offices. The districts are mapped in relation to areas that are developing into office centers with emphasis on accessibility to major streets and related functions, such as major business areas, hospitals, clinics, and apartments utilized by office employees and administrative personnel.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Bank
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Housing-Student
Office
Medical office
Library
Museum / gallery
Property details
Exterior
Property Type
Property Sub Type: Lots & Land
Exterior Features
None
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Lots & Land
Zoning: Residential
Lot Information
Lots: 3
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Extra Lot, Level
Lot Size Dimensions: 80 X 152.86
Road Surface Type: Paved
Zoning: Residential
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Annual Amount: 879.08
Tax Legal Description: See county Records
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public Sewer, Public
Utilities: Cable Available, Electricity Available, Natural Gas Available, Other
Location
School Information
Elementary School: Graham
High School: Springfield
Middle Or Junior School: Franklin
Location Information
Directions: The corner of S. 8th and E. Cook
Subdivision Name: None
MLS Area Minor: Springfield
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5,162 square feet
Style: Vacant Land
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Sangamon County
APN: 14340191001
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 12, 2026
Other
Listing Information
MLS Area Minor: Springfield
Standard Status: Closed
Around this home
Schools
Elizabeth Graham Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
3/10
Benjamin Franklin Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
4/10
Springfield High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
5/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
6/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 62-76% chance 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
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Springfield, IL • 62703
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in
June and 4 hours in December, which is comparable to the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.2 hrs
4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$20,000 – $25,000
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