CHARMING 1930s COTTAGE, COMPLETELY RENOVATED & FULL OF POSSIBILITIES!Welcome to this beautifully renovated 1936 cottage where timeless character meets modern comfort. Offering 2 bedrooms, 3 baths, approximately 1,553 square feet of finished living space, plus the unfinished basement space, this home offers far more than meets the eye!Step inside through the beautiful arched doorways to discover brand-new hardwood floors throughout and a cozy wood-burning fireplace that adds warmth and character to the main living spaces. The stunning new kitchen features quartz countertops, new cabinetry, and new appliances, creating a stylish and functional space for everyday living and entertaining. The main floor features two spacious bedrooms, each with its own beautifully renovated en-suite bathroom--providing comfort and privacy that is hard to find in a home of this age. A bright sunroom offers the perfect spot for morning coffee, a home office, reading nook, or simply enjoying the natural light. Upstairs, the newly finished second-floor flex space offers endless possibilities. Use it as a family room, home office, playroom, or create a third bedroom with an en-suite bath to accommodate your future needs. The unfinished basement provides an additional 924 square feet of storage and utility space, while the beautifully improved outdoor area offers plenty of room to relax and entertain. Enjoy the privacy-fenced backyard, refinished deck, fire pit, landscaping, and mature setting--a wonderful extension of the home's living space. All of this in an incredible location near Missouri State University, Phelps Grove Park, downtown Springfield, shopping, dining, and entertainment. Beautiful finishes. Original character. Thoughtful updates. Flexible space. Prime location. This completely renovated cottage is truly move-in ready and offers the rare combination of charm, functionality, and room to grow. Fall in love with everything 1261 E University has to offer!
Est. $1,202 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1261 E University St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
SOMO #60333303
Oct 16, 2026
Sold
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Sep 9, 2026
Pending
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Sep 8, 2026
Listed
$269,900
$174/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 3, 2022
Sold
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SOMO #60209766
Mar 2, 2022
Sold
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Feb 4, 2022
Listed
$160,000
$103/sq ft
+20
Come enjoy this beautiful cottage with classic 1936's character. It has original hardwood floors, arched doorways, wood burning fireplace, 2 large bedrooms plus an additional space off the living room that could be an office or sunroom. The kitchen with open shelves, stainless steel appliances and butcher block counters is both functional and stylish. Step into the backyard and enjoy the wonderfully spacious deck, firepit and large, fenced yard perfect for hosting. Plus, the basement is great bonus space for additional storage. Incredible opportunity for a first time home buyer or investor looking to capitalize on the central location close to MSU, shopping, downtown and Mercy Hospital. * * Multiple offers already we will review at 4:30pm Sunday
SOMO #60190581
May 15, 2021
Listed
$173,900
$112/sq ft
Public Records
Feb 10, 2017
Sold
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Public Records
Feb 10, 2017
Sold
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Public Records
Feb 10, 2017
Sold
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SOMO #60064461
Feb 10, 2017
Sold
—
Oct 11, 2016
Listed
$116,700
$75/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 5, 2009
Sold
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,112 (+2.6%)
$5,420 + $16,910
$22,330
2024
$1,084 (+0.6%)
$5,420 + $16,910
$22,330
2023
$1,078 (+2.8%)
$4,520 + $15,690
$20,210
2022
$1,049
$4,520 + $15,690
$20,210
2021
$1,049 (+5.8%)
$4,520 + $14,690
$19,210
2020
$991 (+2.9%)
$4,520 + $14,690
$19,210
2019
$963 (+17.8%)
$4,520 + $12,840
$17,360
2018
$818 (+1.0%)
$4,520 + $12,840
$17,360
2017
$809 (+9.4%)
$4,520 + $10,220
$14,740
2016
$740 (+1.0%)
$4,520 + $10,220
$14,740
2015
$733 (−0.7%)
$4,520 + $8,990
$13,510
2014
$738
$4,520 + $8,990
$13,510
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
9,701 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,116
Year built
1936
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Greene County
APN
881230307038
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
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HOA Dues
—
Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Oct 8, 2026.
R-SF
Single-Family Residential District
This district is intended primarily for single-family detached dwellings at low residential densities of approximately seven units per acre. Certain other structures and uses necessary to serve governmental, educational, religious, recreational, and other needs of neighborhood areas are allowed as permitted or conditional uses subject to restrictions intended to preserve and protect the single-family residential character of the district. Internal stability, harmony, attractiveness, order, and efficiency are encouraged by providing for adequate light, air, and open space for dwellings and related facilities and by consideration of the proper functional relationship and arrangement of the different uses permitted in this district.