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872 S Macarthur Blvd, Springfield, IL, 62704

4beds
3baths
1,595sqft
$215,000
$135price/sqft
$1,736/moest. monthly cost
$69,440/yrincome needed

About This Home

On the corner of MacArthur and Fayette with driveway entrance off of Fayette for easy access. An inviting 4 bedroom 2 bathroom home ideally located near Washington park and downtown. The beautiful wood floors add warmth and charm. Find a wood burning fireplace in the living room for a cozy feeling and to unwind and relax. The spacious dining room is perfect for entertaining. A bright eat-in kitchen features freshly painted white cabinets. There is also plenty of room for a table next to a large window filling the room with natural light. Two of the four bedrooms are upstairs and have vaulted ceilings and large closets for added storage. You will love the raised garden beds just outside the door, ideal for growing flowers, herbs, or vegetables. With Character and thoughtful updates this home is ready for you to move right in. Set up a showing today!

Getting Around

48
WalkingCar-Dependent
33
TransitSome Transit
55
BikeBikeable

Schools

5/10
Springfield High SchoolGrades 9-120.7 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 1930

Materials

  • Foundation: Brick/Mortar
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction materials: Aluminum Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence,Residential

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Dishwasher,Dryer,Range,Refrigerator,Washer

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Full,Unfinished

Bedroom1

  • Level: Upper
  • Dimensions: 13ft 6in x 11ft 3in

Bedroom2

  • Level: Upper
  • Dimensions: 11ft 2in x 13ft 0in

Bedroom3

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 11ft 0in x 9ft 9in

Bedroom4

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 11ft 0in x 11ft 8in

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 4
  • Bathrooms: 3
  • Full bathrooms: 2
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Features

  • Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Number of fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace features: Living Room,Wood Burning
  • Fireplace: Yes

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Forced Air
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 1,595
  • Total interior livable area: 1,595 sqft

Kitchen

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 12ft 11in x 13ft 0in

Living Room

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 24ft 3in x 10ft 7in

Main Level

  • Area: 1060

Other

  • Level: Main
  • Dimensions: 12ft 11in x 12ft 8in

Upper Level

  • Area: 535

Property

Details

  • Parcel number: 14330329003

Features

  • Patio & porch: Porch

Lot

  • Lot size: 4,399 sqft
  • Features: Corner Lot,Level
  • Lot size dimensions: 53 x 83

Parking

  • Total spaces: 1.5
  • Parking features: Attached
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 1.5
  • Covered spaces: 1.5

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Heat Wave
    Heat WaveRelatively High
  • Tornado
    TornadoRelatively High
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Cold Wave
Heat Wave
Tornado
Hail
Lightning
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Illinois Counties

Flood
Severe Storm

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $1,087$13,044
Home Insurance *$181$2,172
Property Taxes $338$4,056
Electricity $130$1,569
Total$1,736$20,832
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$59,520/yr
40% on housing$52,080/yr
45% on housing$46,293/yr

Illinois FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 1,961Commercial: 62
Total Premiums$4.35M
Total Exposure$370.02M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 11.5%
11.5%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 5.5%
5.5%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: 1.1%
1.1%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$135This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 62704$103
Sangamon County$99

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 62704$110
Sangamon County$110

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-07-27Price change$215,000
2026-07-08Listed for sale$225,000
2024-04-01Sold$140,000
2024-03-01Pending sale$140,000
2024-02-11Listed for sale$140,000
2022-06-30Sold$125,000
2022-05-16Pending sale$125,000
2022-05-14Listed for sale$125,000
2011-01-03Listing removed$83,500
2010-09-25Price change$83,500
2010-03-25Price change$88,500
2010-03-17Listed for sale$89,900
2003-05-12Sold$93,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentSusan Disco
BrokerageThe Real Estate Group, Inc.

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