Beautifully updated 3 bedroom, 2 bath ranch home with attached garage! Enjoy the new rear deck that overlooks the timber behind the subject. Basement offers finished family room with fireplace, laundry room, bonus room and lots of storage space. Too many new things in this property to list them all...must see! HURRY!
Attention Investor Buyers! Incredible opportunity awaits in Forest Hills subdivision of Springfield. This hidden gem is just waiting for your magic touch to transform it into a stunning masterpiece. This home boasts 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, its sitting on a spacious half-acre lot, and the high efficiency furnace is just a couple years old. Whether you're a seasoned investor or a visionary looking to capitalize on the real estate market, this property presents a unique chance to create something truly remarkable. Yes, it requires significant updates, but the possibilities are endless. Bring your imagination and expertise to this canvas and craft a dream home that will leave a lasting impression. It need updates to the kitchen, one of the bathrooms, flooring, paint, trim, and roof - which are all awaiting your personal touch to breathe new life into this residence. The updates needed will change drastically according to your taste, so keep in mind these are approximate estimates: $12k for a kitchen (with appliances), $8k roof, $7k flooring, $5k bathroom, $4k paint, $5k exterior updates, and $5k for the unknowns keeps you in the $40-$50k range for repairs and updates. The After Repair Value should be in the $140k range pretty easily, potentially more with a finished basement, which has been started. This home will not qualify for FHA or VA loans. *Broker Owned*
Public Records
Jun 23, 2023
Sold
$27,500
$14/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,090 (+4.1%)
$4,803 + $64,061
$68,864
2024
$4,891 (+541.6%)
$4,480 + $59,747
$64,227
2023
$762 (−64.8%)
$4,092 + $5,227
$9,319
2022
$2,167 (+4.4%)
$3,881 + $26,300
$30,181
2021
$2,075 (+2.0%)
$3,736 + $25,315
$29,051
2020
$2,034 (+2.0%)
$3,742 + $25,353
$29,095
2019
$1,995 (+12.5%)
$3,729 + $25,265
$28,994
2018
$1,774 (+2.5%)
$3,710 + $23,280
$26,990
2017
$1,730 (+2.4%)
$3,662 + $22,979
$26,641
2016
$1,689 (+3.5%)
$3,609 + $22,644
$26,253
2013
$1,632
$3,543 + $22,602
$26,145
Tax history for 729 Diane Ct
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,090 (+4.1%)
$4,803 + $64,061
$68,864
2024
$4,891 (+541.6%)
$4,480 + $59,747
$64,227
2023
$762 (−64.8%)
$4,092 + $5,227
$9,319
2022
$2,167 (+4.4%)
$3,881 + $26,300
$30,181
2021
$2,075 (+2.0%)
$3,736 + $25,315
$29,051
2020
$2,034 (+2.0%)
$3,742 + $25,353
$29,095
2019
$1,995 (+12.5%)
$3,729 + $25,265
$28,994
2018
$1,774 (+2.5%)
$3,710 + $23,280
$26,990
2017
$1,730 (+2.4%)
$3,662 + $22,979
$26,641
2016
$1,689 (+3.5%)
$3,609 + $22,644
$26,253
2013
$1,632
$3,543 + $22,602
$26,145
*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
6,001 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sangamon County
APN
14290251015
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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
Has Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
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: 1200
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: 700
Room 4 Area Units: Feet.Inches
Room 4 Type: Basement Level
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 Type: Bedroom 1
Room 7 Information
Room 7 Type: Bedroom 2
Room 8 Information
Room 8 Type: Bedroom 3
Room 9 Information
Room 9 Type: Living Room
Room 10 Information
Room 10 Type: Family Room
Room 11 Information
Room 11 Type: Informal Dining Room
Room 12 Information
Room 12 Type: Kitchen
Room 13 Information
Room 13 Type: Laundry
Room 14 Information
Room 14 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 14 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 14 Type: Third Floor
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Gas, Forced Air, Gas Water Heater, Central Air
Room Information
Basement: Full, Partially Finished
Interior Features
Ceiling Fan(s)
Appliances: Dishwasher, Range/Oven, Refrigerator
Fireplace Features: Insert
Fireplaces Total: 1
Exterior
Property Type
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Exterior Features
Deck
Roof: Shingle
Property Information
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Lot Features: Sloped
Lot Size Dimensions: 60x100
Road Surface Type: Paved
Building Information
Is New Construction: No
Building Area Total: 1200
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Annual Amount: 2166.84
Tax Legal Description: See tax records
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public Sewer, Public
Location
School Information
High School: Springfield District #186
Location Information
Directions: Amos Ave-turn west on Brenda Ct- turn right on Diane
Subdivision Name: Forest Hills
MLS Area Minor: Springfield
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,001 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Sangamon County
APN: 14290251015
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
Other
Listing Information
MLS Area Minor: Springfield
Standard Status: Closed
Home Information
Living Area: 1900
Building Area Total: 1200
Year Built: 1968
Information for Agents
Attribution Contact: Mobl: 217-416-3481
Around this home
Schools
Dubois Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi
3/10
U S Grant Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
2/10
Springfield High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
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
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Springfield, IL • 62702
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.1 hours in
June and 4.1 hours in December, which is comparable to the
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Estimated sale price
$198,000 – $240,000
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