720 W Fayette Ave

Springfield, IL 62704

$155,000
Last Sold Price
2
Beds
994 Sq. Ft.
$156 / Sq. Ft.
994
Sq. Ft.
$156
per Sq. Ft.
Sold 12/29/25
Sold 12/29/25

Description

Darling bungalow home located just a short walk to Washington Park and conveniently located in the center of Springfield. A cheery screened in porch greats you as you enter with a porch swing. A spacious living room with hardwood flooring, wood burning fireplace with built in book shelves on each side along with windows for natural light. Speaking of windows several have been replaced with Anderson windows in 2023/24. A formal dining room carries on the hardwood flooring, tons of natural light and...Darling bungalow home located just a short walk to Washington Park and conveniently located in the center of Springfield. A cheery screened in porch greats you as you enter with a porch swing. A spacious living room with hardwood flooring, wood burning fireplace with built in book shelves on each side along with windows for natural light. Speaking of windows several have been replaced with Anderson windows in 2023/24. A formal dining room carries on the hardwood flooring, tons of natural light and a corner built in hutch. The kitchen cabinets were replaced in 2004 and GE Appliances from Dick Van Dyke were all replaced in 2022. There are 2 bedrooms also with hardwood flooring and have been freshly painted. The hall features a built in linen cabinet and drawers along with a laundry chute to the basement. The bathroom features a tub/shower combo and some new plumbing. The lower level has plenty of room for storage and includes a 2nd full bathroom, laundry area with the washer (new in March) and dryer staying and a wash sink. Water heater, furnace and a/c all replaced in 2020. The backyard is fenced in and has a one car garage. If youre looking for a home with charm this is it!
  1. Listed by Cindy Grady • The Real Estate Group, Inc.

Property Details for 720 West Fayette Avenue

Architectural Style
Bungalow
Subdivision Name
None
LISTING UPDATED: 01/01/2026 02:01 PM

Property Details for 720 West Fayette Avenue

StatusSold
MLS #CA1040849
Days on Market3
Taxes$2,903 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeResidential / Single Family Residence
Year Built1924
Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,320 SF
CountySangamon County

Location

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Sold By The Real Estate Group, Inc.

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Building Information for 720 West Fayette Avenue

Stories-Year Built1924Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,320 SF

Payment Calculator

$997 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$755

Property Taxes

$242

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 720 West Fayette Avenue

Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Springfield
  • County Or Parish: Sangamon
  • Directions: Fayette between MacArthur and Walnut
  • Latitude: 39.791728
  • Longitude: -89.665821
  • MLSArea Minor: Springfield
  • Postal Code: 62704
  • State Or Province: IL
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 14330332016
  • Tax Annual Amount: $2,903
  • Tax Legal Description: John S Schnepps 2nd Addn To Vanbergen Place Pt L Assrs Sub E1/2 Sw 33-16-5 L 17
  • Tax Year: 2024
School Information
  • High School: Springfield District #186
Parking
  • Parking Features: Detached, On Street, Alley Access
  • Garage: true
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 994.0
  • Living Area: 994.0
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Lot Size Dimensions: 40x133
  • 100 Year Plain: No
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: None Available
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Utilities
  • Water Source: Public Sewer, Public
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Replacement Windows
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Full, Unfinished
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Wood Burning
  • Fireplaces Total: 1
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Interior Features: Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Operating Recording Device: None
Room Information
Room 1
  • Number Full Baths: 1
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 994.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Main Level
Room 2
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Type: Upper Level
Room 3
  • Number Full Baths: 1
  • 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 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: 11.1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 9.9
Room 7
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 6.5
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 6.0
Room 8
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 22.8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 11.4
Room 9
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Dining Room
  • Room Width: 14.2
Room 10
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Room Length: 9.1
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 13.7
Room 11
  • Flooring: Other
  • Room Description: Screened Porch
  • Room Length: 22.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Additional Room
  • Room Width: 7.11
Room 12
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Type: Third Floor
Mobile Home
Mobile/Manufactured Home
  • Property Is Mobile Home: No

Property History for 720 West Fayette Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 29, 2025

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1040849

$155,000—
Dec 10, 2025

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1040849

—
Dec 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1040849

$150,000—
Jun 16, 2003

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA231767

$80,750—
May 15, 2003

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA231767

—
Apr 1, 2003

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA231767

$82,500—
Mar 31, 2000

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA200113

$76,900—
Mar 20, 2000

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA200113

—
Jan 7, 2000

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA200113

$79,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/29/2025

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1040849

$155,000
12/10/2025

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1040849

—
12/07/2025

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1040849

$150,000
06/16/2003

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA231767

$80,750
05/15/2003

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA231767

—
04/01/2003

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA231767

$82,500
03/31/2000

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA200113

$76,900
03/20/2000

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA200113

—
01/07/2000

Listed (Active)

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA200113

$79,900

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

Public Records for 720 West Fayette Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$5,573Additions$39,999Total$45,572
Tax Record2024$2,904 ($242 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size5,305 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceCountySANGAMONAPN14-33.0-332-016

Schools near 720 West Fayette Avenue

This home is within Springfield School District 186.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Elizabeth Graham Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Benjamin Franklin Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Springfield High School
Public - 9 to 12
Springfield Learning Academy
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Elizabeth Graham Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Benjamin Franklin Middle School
Public6 to 8

Springfield High School
Public9 to 12

Springfield Learning Academy
Public9 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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