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Last Sold Price
3 beds1,500 sqft$73/sqft
1609 W Governor St, Springfield, IL 62704
Single FamilyProperty Type
5,850 sq ftLot Size
$73/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

Really really nice home! Updated throughout! If you are looking for CHARACTER and CHARM this one is it! Hardwood, built-ins,large front porch,ornate fireplace, large backyard deck, privacy fenced backyard, huge windows for great lighting, recently insulated all appliances stay. Seller has a dog named Sophie. Showings will have to be after four on weekdays or on the weekends. We can make exceptions if no other choice.Really really nice home! Updated throughout! If you are looking for CHARACTER and CHARM this one is it! Hardwood, built-ins,large front porch,ornate fireplace, large backyard deck, privacy fenced backyard, huge windows for great lighting, recently insulated all appliances stay. Seller has a dog named Sophie. Showings will have to be after four on weekdays or on the weekends. We can make exceptions if no other choice.
  • Listed by: Lori Waggener 217.787.7000 loriwaggener@gmail.com • The Real Estate Group Inc.
Listing closed: 03/22/2013 12:00 AM • Source: RMLS ALLIANCE, MLS#: CA124429

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$118,500

Avg days on market

17

Sale-to-list ratio

94.8%

Springfield, IL

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Amenities

  • Attached Parking
  • Basement
  • Cable Included
  • Central Heating
  • Deck
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal
  • Dryer

Location

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Property Information for 1609 West Governor Street

Property Details
  • Taxes: $1,966 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
Building Information
  • Stories: 1
  • Lot Size: 0.13 AC / 5,850 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Springfield
  • County Or Parish: Sangamon
  • Directions: West Lawrence to Feldkamp. Feldkamp to Governor. West onto Governor.
  • Latitude: 39.798063
  • Longitude: -89.680565
  • MLSArea Minor: Springfield
  • Postal Code: 62704
  • State Or Province: IL
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 14320207024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homestead Improvement
  • Tax Annual Amount: $1,966
  • Tax Legal Description: L 9 B 2 N.R. GORDONS ADDN
  • Tax Year: 2011
School Information
  • High School: Springfield District #186
Parking
  • Parking Features: Attached, Gravel
  • Garage: true
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 1500.0
  • Living Area: 1500.0
  • Lot Features: Level, Other
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 45x130
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public, Public Sewer
  • Utility Company: Cwlp,Ameren Illinois
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Fence
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Full, Brick/Mortar, Unfinished
  • Bathrooms Full: 1
  • Bathrooms Half: 1
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Heating: Gas, Forced Air, Central
  • Interior Features: Cable Available
  • Stories: 1
Room Information
Room 1
  • Room Area: 1500.0
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Type: Main Level
Room 2
  • Room Area: 750.0
  • Room Area Units: Square Feet
  • Room Type: Basement Level
Room 3
  • Room Length: 15.7
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Room Width: 12.2
Room 4
  • Room Length: 13.5
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 10.5
Room 5
  • Room Length: 11.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 8.5
Room 6
  • Room Length: 14.3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 14.2
Room 7
  • Room Length: 15.2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Formal Dining Room
  • Room Width: 12.5
Room 8
  • Room Length: 12.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 10.6
Room 9
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Den/Office
  • Room Width: 5.0
Room 10
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
Room 11
  • Room Length: 0.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Additional Room
  • Room Width: 6.0

Property History for 1609 West Governor Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 22, 2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1120405280

$110,000

+5.6% / yr

Mar 22, 2013

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA124429

$110,000
Jan 18, 2013

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA124429

DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/22/2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1120405280

$110,000

+5.6% / yr

03/22/2013

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA124429

$110,000
01/18/2013

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA124429

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

Public Records for 1609 West Governor Street

Taxable ValueLand$5,351Additions$40,890Total$46,241
Tax Record2025$3,258 ($272 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size5,572 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountySANGAMONAPN14-32.0-207-024

Schools near 1609 West Governor 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
Dubois Elementary School
PublicK to 5

U S Grant Middle School
Public6 to 8

Springfield 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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