Coming Soon- No Showings until 12/17 This adorable, all brick cottage is just a few blocks from Washington Park. Expect to be impressed with the amount of room this home offers. Imagine your next Christmas in your new living room, Christmas tree in front of your updated windows, stockings hung over the fireplace. All the family gathered round the table in the formal room while the mess remains in the kitchen. The hardwood floors make clean up an absolute breeze. Send the kids upstairs to play in the two super generous sized bedrooms. Don't be surprised to find them paying hide in seek in all of the different storage locations and walk in closet space. Upstairs bathroom has dual sinks and a tiled walk in shower, no need for them to come back down and disturb the rest of the party. If you like character, then you will love all of the built in drawers and shelves this home has to offer. Did I already mention how adorable this home is? Easy back yard access from the kitchen. Fenced in backyard and detached 2 car garage. Full basement with a toilet in case you just have to go and can't make it back upstairs. This home has been preinspected and is most likely on someone's Christmas list! New roof in 2020, new windows in 2012, AC new in 2022.
- IL
- Springfield
- 62704
- 1517 W JACKSON Street
- MLS# CA1040962
- Date Listed12/14/2025
- Days on Realty 3 Days
- Bedrooms 4
- Bathrooms 2 Full baths, 1 Half baths
- Lot Size -
- Sewer Public Sewer
- Subdivision None
- Property Type Single Family
- County Sangamon
- Year Built 1940
- Water Public
- Square Feet 1,771 sq. ft
- Price Per Sq. Ft $104.46
Interior Features
- Appliances Gas Water Heater, Dishwasher, Dryer, Range, Washer
- Cooling Central Air
- Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air
Exterior / Lot Features
- Roof Shingle
- Lot Size Acres -
- Lot Size SQFT -
- Lot Features Level
Directions
From Chatham Rd. E on Lawrence Ave. N on Amos Ave. W on Jackson St. Home is on the Right
Financial Considerations
- Tax Amount $4,137
- Terms Cash, Conventional, FHA, VA Loan
Nearby Schools
Source: School Digger
Public • PK - PK • Serves this home
3.43 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
0.33 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
1.42 mi
Distance
Public • PK - PK • Serves this home
3.43 mi
Distance
Harvard Park Elementary School
Public • PK - 5
3.96 mi
Distance
Public • 1 - 8
4.05 mi
Distance
Sased Central-proj Ican & Pace
Public • 1 - 12
5.2 mi
Distance
Public • PK - 5
6.39 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8 • Serves this home
0.33 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 12
1.91 mi
Distance
Benjamin Franklin Middle School
Public • 6 - 8
2.75 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
2.94 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
4.47 mi
Distance
Public • 6 - 8
5.21 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12 • Serves this home
1.42 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
2.73 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
2.73 mi
Distance
Public • 9 - 12
3.73 mi
Distance
Springfield Southeast High School
Public • 9 - 12
4.76 mi
Distance
Sacred Heart Griffin High School
Private • 09 - 12
0.33 mi
Distance
Private • PK - 12
1.34 mi
Distance
Private • 09 - 12
3.26 mi
Distance
Private • KG - 12
7.02 mi
Distance
Hope Learning Academy Springfield
Private • PK - 12
7.02 mi
Distance
Sales & Tax History
Source: Public Records
| Street Address | Beds | Baths | Sold Date | List Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1656 W ADAMS Street | 3 | 3 | Nov 29, 2025 | $123,900 |
| 1429 W North Grand Avenue | 1 | 1 | Nov 19, 2025 | $25,000 |
| 1404 Mossman Avenue | 3 | 2 | Nov 13, 2025 | $115,000 |
| 825 S WALNUT Street | 3 | 2 | Nov 02, 2025 | $134,900 |
| 1616 Maureen Court | 3 | 2 | Dec 11, 2025 | $109,900 |
| 1416 W FAYETTE Avenue | 2 | 1 | Nov 16, 2025 | $110,000 |
| 1549 LAWRENCE Street | 2 | 1 | Nov 03, 2025 | $85,000 |
| 322 S STATE Street | 2 | 1 | Dec 14, 2025 | $31,900 |
| 2504 GAYLORD Avenue | 2 | 2 | Nov 18, 2025 | $85,000 |
| 720 W WASHINGTON Street | 4 | 3 | Nov 03, 2025 | $109,900 |
Population & Environment
Source: Sperling's Best Places
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Population | 37,892 | 114,137 | 198,939 | 335,858,263 |
| Population Density | 3,091 | 1,889 | 229 | 95 |
| People per Household | 2.1 | 2.2 | 2.3 | 2.6 |
| Median Age | 41 | 39.9 | 40.7 | 39.1 |
| Median Income | $56,515 | $55,953 | $64,574 | $66,222 |
| Average Income | $38,970 | $34,868 | $36,099 | $35,475 |
| Cost of Living Index | 73 | 78 | 84 | 100 |
| Zip | City | County | National | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| January Avg. High Temp | 17.1°F | 17.1°F | 17.1°F | 22.6°F |
| July Avg. High Temp | 86.5°F | 86.5°F | 86.5°F | 86.2°F |
| Annual Precipitation | 35.56" | 35.56" | 35.56" | 38" |
55/100
Somewhat Walkable
Walk Score ®
33/100
Some Transit
Transit Score ®
47/100
Bikable
Bike Score ®
Overview
Some errands can be accomplished on foot. A few nearby public transportation options. Minimal bike infrastructure.Transit Summary
6 nearby routes: 6 bus, 0 rail, 0 other
Walkability averages in the surrounding area
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 32/100, Transit Score: 22/100, Bike Score: 44/100.
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Frequently Asked Questions for 1517 W JACKSON Street
Source: Realty.com
1517 W JACKSON Street, Springfield, IL 62704 is a Single Family 1,771 sq. ft. home listed for sale. Realty.com has 42 photos available of this 4 bed, 3 bath house, listed at $185,000. View sales and tax history, use our mortgage calculator and more on Realty.com
Realty.com has 42 photos of 1517 W JACKSON Street.
Our records indicate that 1517 W JACKSON Street was built in 1940.
The full address for this home is 1517 W JACKSON Street, Springfield, IL 62704.
1517 W JACKSON Street has been listed on Realty.com since Sun December 14, 2025
Some errands can be accomplished on foot. A few nearby public transportation options. Minimal bike infrastructure.
The average walkability score in the surrounding area is Walk Score: 32/100, Transit Score: 22/100, Bike Score: 44/100.
There are 3 schools assigned to this home. Check out the schools near 1517 W JACKSON Street. Early Learning Center (Grades: PK - PK), U S Grant Middle School (Grades: 6 - 8), Springfield High School (Grades: 9 - 12)
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