BACK ON THE MARKET! NO FAULT TO SELLER. Remodeled, Move-In Ready & Centrally Located Near Mercy Hospital!This charming 3 bed, 2 bath home in Springfield offers 1,140 sq ft of beautifully updated living space. Features include all new flooring, paint, and fixtures, plus a stunning remodeled kitchen with new cabinets, butcher block countertops, farmhouse sink, and tile backsplash. Enjoy the charm of the original fireplace, a spacious backyard, and a cozy cottage-like exterior. Conveniently located in central Springfield near shopping, dining, and everyday amenities-perfect for a primary residence or investment! Owner is agent.
Single-familyProperty Type
1945Year Built
6,970 sq ftLot Size
$167Price/Sq.Ft.
Listed by Jordan Johnson• Keller Williams Realty Elevate
Est. $1,370 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1520 E Cherokee St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Jul 23, 2026
Sold
—
SOMO #60319705
Jul 20, 2026
Sold
—
Jun 22, 2026
Pending
—
Jun 4, 2026
Price Changed
$190,900
$167/sq ft
May 21, 2026
Price Changed
$194,900
$171/sq ft
May 10, 2026
Relisted
—
Apr 10, 2026
Pending
—
Apr 1, 2026
Listed
$199,900
$175/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 14, 2021
Sold
—
Public Records
Jun 14, 2021
Sold
—
SOMO #60191285
Jun 10, 2021
Sold
—
May 24, 2021
Listed
$138,900
$122/sq ft
+15
AMAZING SOUTH SIDE LOCATION IN THE HEART OF SPRINGFIELD! Just down the street from Mercy Hospital, very close to MSU Campus and surrounded by great shopping and restaurants! BRAND NEW roof and guttering just completed! CHARMING 3 bedroom, 2 full bath cottage with FLEX room that could be used as a formal dining or would also make a great office space. Central heat and air, brand new exterior doors and newer vinyl windows. This lovely home has been freshly remodeled with new paint on walls and trim throughout, new light fixtures including ceiling fans in every bedroom, newer carpet, new landscaping and new gravel driveway. Additional improvements to the home include replacing the main water and all water lines with brand new pex lines, replacing gas plumbing throughout and adding 220-electric for the dryer. The kitchen boasts a new gas range and rangehood, brand-new countertops and newer vinyl flooring. The spacious backyard offers abundant shade and is perfect for those backyard BBQ's! This is a GREAT opportunity for a college student, someone looking to downsize or an Investor! Brand new ADT security system just installed with option for Buyer to assume monthly contract, if desired. Ask Agent for details. Seller is offering a one year HSA Home Warranty for your Buyer's peace of mind! Home is in an area that is designated by Regions Bank to offer a 100% finance program. This home is MOVE IN READY! Call today for your private showing before it's too late!!!
Public Records
Mar 15, 2021
Sold
—
Public Records
Mar 15, 2021
Sold
—
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$1,188 (−20.6%)
$3,910 + $10,390
$14,300
2024
$1,495 (+115.3%)
$3,910 + $10,390
$14,300
2023
$695 (+0.6%)
$3,140 + $9,880
$13,020
2022
$690
$3,140 + $9,880
$13,020
2021
$690 (+0.6%)
$3,140 + $9,500
$12,640
2020
$686 (+2.9%)
$3,140 + $9,500
$12,640
2019
$667 (+2.4%)
$3,140 + $8,870
$12,010
2018
$651 (+1.0%)
$3,140 + $8,870
$12,010
2017
$644 (+10.9%)
$3,140 + $8,590
$11,730
2016
$581 (+0.9%)
$3,140 + $8,590
$11,730
2015
$576 (−0.5%)
$3,140 + $7,470
$10,610
2014
$579
$3,140 + $7,450
$10,590
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,752 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
984
Year built
1945
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Greene County
APN
881231110008
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 19, 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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Educational / school
Fire house
Police station
Recreation
Golf related
Park & open space
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 2
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Natural Gas, Central
Interior Features
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Microwave, Dishwasher
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
Room Information
Laundry Features: Main Level
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
Patio And Porch Features: Front Porch
Fencing: Partial, Wood, Privacy
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Sq. Ft.: 1140
Above Grade Finished Area: 1,140
Levels: One
Construction Materials: Stucco
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Lot Information
Road Surface Type: Asphalt
Road Responsibility: Public Maintained Road
Road Frontage Type: City Street
Lot Size Acres: 0.16
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $1,187.84
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: SGF-Delaware
Middle Or Junior School: SGF-Jarrett
High School: SGF-Parkview
Location Information
Directions: From Business 65 head west on E Cherokee Street to home on left.
Subdivision Name: Melrose Place
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 984
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,752 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1945
Year Renovated: —
County: Greene County
APN: 881231110008
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Delaware Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
4/10
Jarrett Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi
5/10
Parkview High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
4/10
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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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Springfield, MO • 65804
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Sun exposure
78/ 100
Good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
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