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  • $721,700

    55 Forest Rdg, Springfield, IL 62712

    6beds
    4,031sqft
    SingleFamily
    Built in 1871
    8.87 Acres Lot
    $721,700 Zestimate®
    $179/sqft
    $3,849 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $721,700

    $642,000 - $808,000

    $3,849/mo

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    What's special

    Looking for an elegant estate type property with charm and history? Then this home is a must see. Located on East Lake Drive with over 8 acres of land, this well maintained home has the charm and character of an older home, plus the updates with modern conveniences. Beautiful grounds that include gardens and flower beds. Located next to Lincoln Memorial Gardens and very short distance to Lake Springfield. This home has all the charm you expect in an older home with hardwood floor, high ceilings, natural woodwork and lots of windows for natural light. Plus the updates that you want in the kitchen and baths. The oversized kitchen has a center island, eating area and large windows overlooking the pool area. There is also a main floor family room. There is a main floor bedroom with bath, plus 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths upstairs. One of the coolest features of this property is the apartment above the garage. With easy access from the second floor it is a perfect spot for guests, in-laws, or parties. It has a very retro feel with full kitchen and bath. The grounds of this property provide lots of space for gardeners, nature lovers and privacy lovers. There is easy access to Lincoln Memorial Gardens from this property. Located near Lake Springfield, and in the Chatham school district. If you want a truly special place to call home this is a must see!

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    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 6
    • Bathrooms: 4
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 1
    Heating
    • Forced air, Gas
    Cooling
    • Central
    Appliances
    • Included: Dishwasher, Dryer, Garbage disposal, Microwave, Range / Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
    Features
    • Flooring: Carpet, Hardwood
    • Basement: Unfinished
    • Has fireplace: Yes
    Interior area
    • Total interior livable area: 4,031 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Garage - Attached
    Features
    • Exterior features: Vinyl
    • Has spa: Yes
    • Has view: Yes
    • View description: Territorial
    Lot
    • Size: 8.87 Acres
    Details
    • Parcel number: 29010151010

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    Materials
    • Roof: Other
    Condition
    • Year built: 1871

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Springfield

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    2/6/2017Sold$450,000-3.2%$112/sqft
    Source: RMLS Alliance #CA156904 Report a problem
    10/6/2016Price change$465,000-7%$115/sqft
    Source: The Real Estate Group Inc. #156904 Report a problem
    10/27/2015Price change$499,900+0.2%$124/sqft
    Source: Real Estate Group #156904 Report a problem
    9/15/2015Price change$499,000-3.9%$124/sqft
    Source: Real Estate Group #146261 Report a problem
    12/11/2014Price change$519,000-2.1%$129/sqft
    Source: The Real Estate Group #146261 Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$13,466 +5.4%$202,172 +10.3%
    2023$12,779 +5.3%$183,210 +7.2%
    2022$12,136 +4.5%$170,904 +5.3%

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    Neighborhood: 62712

    Nearby schools

    GreatSchools rating
    Schools provided by the listing agent
    • District: Chatham-District # 5

    Source: The MLS. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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