Welcome to the Knox-Squibb house built by Herman Dunaway Homes of Tomorrow in 1937 that is located in historic University Heights. Harry & Suzette Knox and their daughter Carol lived here from 1937-1942. He was a salesman for S. W. Bell. The 3000 sq ft home with three bedroom and three bath home underwent a massive restoration in 2015. The kitchen, baths, master bedroom, and basement underwent the most updates. The home has both covered front porch and back porch with a doggy ramp, two car garage, and fully fenced backyard. In the living room you will find a lovely fireplace that leads to the formal dinning room, breakfast nook, kitchen with a breakfast bar and a den/tv room. The laundry room is right off the den. The finished basement has a warm and inviting family room complete with a wood burning fireplace, wine cellar, a full bath with a walk in shower. The first floor has 2 bedrooms, a full bath, and two hall closets. The second floor has a master suite, complete with an office/sitting area, large master bedroom, walk in closet, and master bath. The house has a close proximity to schools, Phelps Grove Park, MSU, and Mercy Hospital. Put this home on your list to see, this could be your next dream home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1937Year Built
7,841 sq ftLot Size
$119Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Richard Crabtree• Murney Associates - Primrose
Bought with Brad Davis• ReeceNichols - Springfield
This 1936 Bungalow is the perfect blend of Historic Charm and Modern Design. Formal living room with fireplace, dining room and updated kitchen leads you to a cozy backyard deck. With its gleaming hardwoods throughout, this 3 bedroom/3 bath home transports you to a time when craftsmanship was paramount. Situated upstairs is the Master suite, den, master bath with claw foot tub and walk in closet. The remodeled basement includes media room, luxurious wine cellar and fireplace. Perfect for relaxing evenings.
Public Records
Aug 18, 2015
Sold
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SOMO #60027572
Aug 7, 2015
Sold
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Jun 4, 2015
Listed
$200,000
$66/sq ft
+31
Seller's furnishing 1 Year Home Warranty w/ accepted offer! This stylish University Heights home is a true must see! This unique Springfield home features a beautiful open kitchen with refurbished vintage cabinets, stainless steel gas range & stove w/ vent hood, & updated Butcher Block counter tops. The main level offers three different living areas all open to the kitchen, as well as two bedrooms and a nicely updated bathroom. Upstairs you'll find the private office & master suite area with a classic feeling on suite bathroom with claw foot tub & tile floors. Don't forget the added basement space perfect for a den or could even be made into another bedroom with addition of a closet. Many updates including newer windows & all updated electrical throughout, and newly refinished hardwoods.
Public Records
Aug 3, 2010
Sold
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,275 (−1.0%)
$5,490 + $40,170
$45,660
2024
$2,298 (+0.6%)
$5,490 + $40,170
$45,660
2023
$2,285 (+10.9%)
$5,230 + $37,600
$42,830
2022
$2,061
$5,230 + $37,600
$42,830
2021
$2,061 (+33.9%)
$5,230 + $32,510
$37,740
2020
$1,539 (+2.9%)
$5,230 + $32,510
$37,740
2019
$1,496 (+14.8%)
$5,230 + $21,720
$26,950
2018
$1,303 (+1.0%)
$5,230 + $21,720
$26,950
2017
$1,289 (+0.3%)
$4,180 + $19,300
$23,480
2016
$1,286 (+0.9%)
$4,180 + $19,300
$23,480
2015
$1,274 (+4.1%)
$4,180 + $19,290
$23,470
2014
$1,224
$4,180 + $18,200
$22,380
Tax history for 618 E Portland St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$2,275 (−1.0%)
$5,490 + $40,170
$45,660
2024
$2,298 (+0.6%)
$5,490 + $40,170
$45,660
2023
$2,285 (+10.9%)
$5,230 + $37,600
$42,830
2022
$2,061
$5,230 + $37,600
$42,830
2021
$2,061 (+33.9%)
$5,230 + $32,510
$37,740
2020
$1,539 (+2.9%)
$5,230 + $32,510
$37,740
2019
$1,496 (+14.8%)
$5,230 + $21,720
$26,950
2018
$1,303 (+1.0%)
$5,230 + $21,720
$26,950
2017
$1,289 (+0.3%)
$4,180 + $19,300
$23,480
2016
$1,286 (+0.9%)
$4,180 + $19,300
$23,480
2015
$1,274 (+4.1%)
$4,180 + $19,290
$23,470
2014
$1,224
$4,180 + $18,200
$22,380
*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
3
Baths
3
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
7,701 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2019
Sq. Ft.
3,028
Year built
1937
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Greene County
APN
881325314004
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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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
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Driveway, Garage Faces Front, Garage Door Opener
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Window Unit(s), Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Exhaust Fan, Electric, Baseboard, Central, Forced Air
Interior Features
Interior Features: Crown Molding, Walk-In Closet(s), Wired for Sound, High Speed Internet
Window Features: Window Coverings, Blinds
Appliances: Gas Oven, Dishwasher, Free-Standing Gas Oven, Dryer, Washer, Exhaust Fan, Microwave, Refrigerator, Disposal
Flooring: Carpet, Tile, Hardwood
Has Fireplace
Fireplace Features: Living Room, Basement
Room Information
Laundry Features: In Basement
Has Basement
Basement Details: Concrete, Sump Pump, Partially Finished, Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Rain Gutters
Patio And Porch Features: Covered, Rear Porch, Front Porch
Fencing: Fenced, Privacy, Full, Wood
Roof: Composition, Asphalt
Building Information
Above Grade Finished Area: 2,316
Below Grade Finished Area: 712
Levels: One and One Half
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Metal Siding, Steel Siding, Brick
Property Features
Has View
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: 0.18
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $2,297.92
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Utilities: Cable Available
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Schools Information
Elementary School: SGF-Sunshine
Middle Or Junior School: SGF-Jarrett
High School: SGF-Parkview
Location Information
Directions: Sunshine & Kimbrough - North on Kimbrough East on Portland
Subdivision Name: University Heights
Cross Street: Kimbrough
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,028
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 7,701 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1937
Year Renovated: 2019
County: Greene County
APN: 881325314004
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 19, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Sunshine Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
6/10
Jarrett Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
5/10
Parkview High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.6mi
4/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
3/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 10-14% 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
5/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 105° expected this year, 19 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% 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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Estimated sale price
$344,000 – $416,000
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