Last Sold Price
5 beds2,952 sqft$70/sqft
1540 N 3rd St, Springfield, IL 62702

Description

Super spacious, full of timeless charm & beautifully improved in Lincoln Park! This 4-5BR home stretches across 3 levels w/ incredible versatility. Gorgeously refinished hardwoods nearly everywhere include the staircase & are paired w/fresh interior paint, 2" faux wood blinds & updated lighting & fan fixtures w/remotes throughout. An expansive LR welcomes with brick accents, window seating & undeniable character, while the oversized formal dining room is filled w/natural light & stunning built-in...Super spacious, full of timeless charm & beautifully improved in Lincoln Park! This 4-5BR home stretches across 3 levels w/ incredible versatility. Gorgeously refinished hardwoods nearly everywhere include the staircase & are paired w/fresh interior paint, 2" faux wood blinds & updated lighting & fan fixtures w/remotes throughout. An expansive LR welcomes with brick accents, window seating & undeniable character, while the oversized formal dining room is filled w/natural light & stunning built-in display storage. The white kitchen blends modern style & exposed brick accents w/ample cabinetry, modern appliances & a shelving equipped walk-in pantry. On the main floor, an office space w/new sliding door steps onto a delightful back deck & easily offers use as a main floor BR as well. Upstairs find practical perks in 2nd floor laundry w/storage plus an elegantly updated full bathroom. The 3rd level provides extra living & private spaces including a large BR & full kitchen, ideal for long term guests, in law living or income potential. Outside, enjoy a large fenced corner-lot yard, an extra-deep 2c det. garage & an attractive front porch enjoyed under remote-operated fans. Big-ticket improvements include extensive energy eff. boiler system, tuckpointing, extra-deep SS sinks kitchens (x2), some replacement windows & more! A Lincoln Park gem combining necessary improvements, touches of trend & the obvious preservation of arched doorways, built-ins & adorable window seat details!
LISTING CLOSED: 03/16/2026 12:00 AM

  1. Listed by Kyle Killebrew • The Real Estate Group, Inc.
    P: (217) 741-4040 C: (217) 741-4040 kyle@kylesells.com

Property Details for 1540 North 3rd Street

Status
MLS #
CA1041513
Days on Market
8
Taxes
$2,551 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Residential / Single Family Residence
Year Built
1920
Lot Size
0.25 AC / 11,088 SF
Subdivision Name
None

Location

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Sold By Keller Williams Capital

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Building Information for 1540 North 3rd Street

Stories-Year Built1920Building Size-Lot Size0.25 AC / 11,088 SF

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$1,260 per month

30 year fixed, 6.55% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,047

Property Taxes

$213

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1540 North 3rd Street

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Springfield
  • County Or Parish: Sangamon
  • Directions: North 3rd St. Just South Of Lincoln Park
  • Latitude: 39.822018
  • Longitude: -89.651566
  • MLSArea Minor: Springfield
  • Postal Code: 62702
  • State Or Province: IL
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 14-22.0-305-001
  • Mandatory Annual Fee: No
  • Mandatory Monthly Fee: No
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,551
  • Tax Legal Description: N 88' W1/2 L 21 Ex Alley Beverly Allens Sub Pt Nw Sw 22-16-5
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • High School: Springfield District #186
Parking
  • Parking Features: Detached
  • Garage: true
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2952.0
  • Living Area: 2952.0
  • Lot Features: Corner Lot, Level
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 126 x 88
  • 100 Year Plain: No
  • Road Surface Type: Paved
Farm Information
  • Zoned Agricultural: No
Property and Assessments
  • Development Status: Completed
  • Documents Available: None Available,Pre-Inspection Report
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1920
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public Sewer, Public
  • Utilities On: Yes
  • Utility Company: CWLP, Ameren
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Shed(s), Replacement Windows
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Range Hood, Range, Refrigerator, Other
  • Basement: Partial, Unfinished
  • Bathrooms Full: 3
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Fireplace Features: Non Functional
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Heating: Electric, Hot Water, Radiant, Wall Unit(s), Window Unit(s), Other
  • Interior Features: Cable Available, Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Levels: Three Or More
  • Operating Recording Device: None
Room Information
Room 1
  • Number Full Baths: 1
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 1305.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Main Level
Room 2
  • Number Full Baths: 1
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 1082.0
  • Room Type: Upper Level
Room 3
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Lower Level
Room 4
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 0.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Basement
Room 5
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Additional Level
Room 6
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 16.7
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 12.8
Room 7
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 16.7
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 10.1
Room 8
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 16.8
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 11.4
Room 9
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 14.8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Room Width: 14.4
Room 10
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Room Width: 12.4
Room 11
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 18.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 19.1
Room 12
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 16.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 13
  • Flooring: Luxury Vinyl Plank
  • Room Length: 12.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 14.6
Room 14
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 9.1
  • Room Level: Third
  • Room Type: Office
  • Room Width: 7.2
Room 15
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 10.3
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Width: 10.0
Room 16
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Description: Sitting Room
  • Room Length: 5.9
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Additional Room
  • Room Width: 9.6
Room 17
  • Number Full Baths: 1
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 565.0
  • Room Type: Third Floor
Mobile Home
Mobile/Manufactured Home
  • Property Is Mobile Home: No

Property History for 1540 North 3rd Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 16, 2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1933614887

$206,000
Mar 16, 2026

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1041513

$206,000
Feb 5, 2026

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1041513

DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/16/2026

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1933614887

$206,000
03/16/2026

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1041513

$206,000
02/05/2026

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1041513

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1540 North 3rd Street

Taxable ValueLand$5,766Additions$26,795Total$32,561
Tax Record2025$2,636 ($220 / month)
Home Facts
Lot Size11,076 SqFtStyleMiscellaneous CommercialCountySANGAMONAPN14-22.0-305-001

Schools near 1540 North 3rd Street

This home is within Springfield School District 186.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Mcclernand Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Washington Middle School
Public6 to 8

Lanphier High School
Public9 to 12

Douglas School
Public6 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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