Overlooking Abraham Lincoln's Home/National Historic Site, this 3-bedroom Italianate-style home is steeped in Springfield’s rich history. Built in the 1850s and once known as The Inn on Edwards, this property has served as offices for local political figures, a charming Bed & Breakfast, and most recently a single family home. Set on a commercial-zoned lot, the home offers endless potential—whether as a personal residence, B&B, or business venture. Inside, you’ll find tall ceilings, original hardwoods, and timeless architectural details preserved throughout. A graceful wrap-around staircase leads to three spacious upstairs bedrooms and one full bathroom. 2/3 beds offer a private half bath (in need of finishing) and 1br has deck access overlooking the neighborhood’s historic scenery. The main level features an expansive layout with a large kitchen and a spiral staircase descending to the basement, formal dining room w/1/2 bath for guests, and a spacious living room with original ornate fireplace still intact! While many updates have been completed, the property is ready for your finishing touches: interior refreshes, fresh paint, and boiler repair will help restore this Springfield treasure to its full potential. Don’t miss this rare opportunity to own a truly historic home in an unbeatable location—steps away from the heart of Springfield’s heritage and all downtown amenities! Motivated seller is open to all reasonable offers!
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Sangamon County
APN
14340187002
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Last updated by owner on Feb 7, 2026.
H-3
Historic District-3
Historic zoning district, constituting the perimeter of the Lincoln Home area, described as follows: bounded on the north by Capitol Avenue, on the east by Seventh Street, on the south by Cook Street and on the west by the alley between Sixth and Seventh Streets, and, bounded on the north by Edwards Street, on the east by Ninth Street, on the west by Seventh Street, and on the south by Cook Street except excluding lots 10 through 16 in block 4 of East Iles Addition to the City of Springfield and including the property located on the southwest corner of the intersection of Cook Street and Eighth Street legally described as Lots 15 and 16 in Block 14 of the East Iles Second Addition to the City of Springfield.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Day care facility
General retail
Restaurant
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Bed & breakfast
Office
Museum / gallery
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
Garage Spaces: 0
Parking Features: On Street, Gravel
Interior
Bedroom Information
Bedrooms (Total): 3
Bathroom Information
Bathrooms (Full): 1
Bathrooms (Half): 3
Room 1 Information
Room 1 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 1 Half Bathrooms: 1
Room 1 Area: 890
Room 1 Area Units: Feet.Inches
Room 1 Type: Main Level
Room 2 Information
Room 2 Full Bathrooms: 1
Room 2 Half Bathrooms: 2
Room 2 Area: 842
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: Hardwood
Room 6 Length: 15.7
Room 6 Level: Upper
Room 6 Type: Bedroom 1
Room 6 Width: 14.5
Room 7 Information
Room 7 Egress Window: Yes
Room 7 Flooring: Other
Room 7 Length: 13.8
Room 7 Level: Upper
Room 7 Type: Bedroom 2
Room 7 Width: 14.1
Room 8 Information
Room 8 Egress Window: Yes
Room 8 Flooring: Hardwood
Room 8 Length: 12.8
Room 8 Level: Upper
Room 8 Type: Bedroom 3
Room 8 Width: 12.7
Room 9 Information
Room 9 Flooring: Hardwood
Room 9 Length: 16.4
Room 9 Level: Main
Room 9 Type: Living Room
Room 9 Width: 14.5
Room 10 Information
Room 10 Flooring: Hardwood
Room 10 Length: 13.11
Room 10 Level: Lower
Room 10 Type: Dining Room
Room 10 Width: 14.9
Room 11 Information
Room 11 Flooring: Hardwood
Room 11 Length: 14
Room 11 Level: Main
Room 11 Type: Kitchen
Room 11 Width: 14
Room 12 Information
Room 12Flooring: Hardwood
Room 12 Description: Foyer Entryway
Room 12 Length: 7.9
Room 12 Level: Lower
Room 12 Type: Additional Room
Room 12 Width: 14.5
Room 13 Information
Room 13 Full Bathrooms: 0
Room 13 Half Bathrooms: 0
Room 13 Type: Third Floor
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement: Full, Unfinished
Interior Features
Fireplace Features: Living Room
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: Irregular
Road Surface Type: Paved
Building Information
Is New Construction: No
Building Area Total: 1732
Levels: Two
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Year: 24
Tax Annual Amount: 2593.6
Tax Legal Description: E. ILES ADDN W 76' E 112' L 1&2 B 12 W 40' E 76' L 3
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public, Public Sewer
Location
School Information
High School: Springfield
Location Information
Directions: Edwards across from Lincoln's Home Site
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: 14340187002
Home facts updated by county records on Feb 7, 2026
Other
Listing Information
MLS Area Minor: Springfield
Standard Status: Closed
Home Information
Living Area: 1732
Building Area Total: 1732
Levels: Two
Year Built: 1851
Around this home
Schools
Elizabeth Graham Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 1.2mi
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Benjamin Franklin Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.1mi
4/10
Springfield High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.9mi
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Estimated sale price
$143,000 – $172,000
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