401 E Jefferson St. - Unclaimed

Downtown Springfield sits in central Illinois on the flat prairie, with hot, humid summers, cold winters and changeable spring weather. The Illinois State Capitol and Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum anchor a historic core of government buildings, museums and preserved architecture. Washington Park offers lawns, gardens and walking paths; downtown streets add cafés, restaurants, shops and cultural venues, with more options around the Old State Capitol. The area’s history is closely tied to Lincoln and the state’s political life, while galleries, performances and seasonal events bring activity to the center. Walking is convenient within the compact core, and local buses connect downtown with other parts of Springfield; driving is common for trips farther afield. For ZIP code 62702, which covers Downtown, the median rent is $1,200 per month and the typical range is $725 to $39,777, based on 58 active listings.