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Last Sold Price
3 beds2,781 sqft
7987 Mechanicsburg Rd, Springfield, IL 62712
Single FamilyProperty Type
1.39 acresLot Size
1968Year Built
$108/sq ftPrice per sq ft

Description

One of a kind 3 bedroom, 2 bath home situated on 1.39 acres overlooking the Sangamon River. Gorgeous custom woodwork and cabinetry throught. 3 car detached garage. 9 x 20 deck with wonderful scenic views of Sangamon River. Rochester school district and 4 miles from Springfield. Amazing unique property. A must see!One of a kind 3 bedroom, 2 bath home situated on 1.39 acres overlooking the Sangamon River. Gorgeous custom woodwork and cabinetry throught. 3 car detached garage. 9 x 20 deck with wonderful scenic views of Sangamon River. Rochester school district and 4 miles from Springfield. Amazing unique property. A must see!
  • Listed by: Ron McKavetz 217.820.7749 rmckavetz@kennedyrealestatellc.com • Kennedy Real Estate LLC
Listing closed: 11/09/2023 12:00 AM • Source: RMLS ALLIANCE, MLS#: CA1025040

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Median sold price

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Avg days on market

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Sale-to-list ratio

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Property Information for 7987 Mechanicsburg Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $3,579 / year
  • MLS Type: Residential / Single Family Residence
  • Architectural Style: One and Half Story
  • Subdivision Name: None
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Lot Size: 1.39 AC / 60,548 SF
Summary
Location and General Information
  • City: Springfield
  • County Or Parish: Sangamon
  • Directions: From Springfield, Rt. 72 E Old t. 36 exit to Mechanicsburg Road, approx. 4 miles
  • Latitude: 39.803681
  • Longitude: -89.501805
  • MLSArea Minor: Buffalo, Illiopolis, Mechanics
  • Postal Code: 62712
  • State Or Province: IL
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Parcel Number: 15-26.0-400-031
  • Tax Annual Amount: $3,579
  • Tax Legal Description: Pt Lots 5 & 6 Sidener Sub Being Pt SE 1/4 Sec. 26 & Pt SW 1/4
  • Tax Year: 2022
School Information
  • High School: Rochester District #3A
Parking
  • Parking Features: Detached, Gravel
  • Number Of Garage Remotes: 1
  • Garage: true
Property
Lot Information
  • Building Area Total: 2781.0
  • Living Area: 2781.0
  • Lot Features: Level, River View, Sloped, Water Frontage
  • Lot Size Acres: 1.39
  • Lot Size Dimensions: Irregular
  • 100 Year Plain: No
  • Road Surface Type: Gravel, Paved
Property and Assessments
  • Documents Available: Aerial Map,Pre-Inspection Report
  • Foundation Details: Block, Concrete, Poured Concrete
  • New Construction: No
  • Year Built: 1968
  • Year Built Source: Public Records
Utilities
  • Water Source: Septic System
  • Utilities On: Yes
  • Utility Company: Ameren
Interior and Exterior Features
Exterior Features
  • Exterior Features: Deck, Patio
  • Roof: Shingle
  • Construction Materials: Frame, Brick, Vinyl Siding
Interior Features
  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range/Oven, Refrigerator, Washer
  • Basement: Finished
  • Bathrooms Full: 2
  • Bathrooms Half: 0
  • Bathrooms Total Integer: 2
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Living Room, Recreation Room, Wood Burning, Wood Burning Stove
  • Fireplaces Total: 2
  • Heating: Gas, Electric Water Heater, Central Air
  • Interior Features: Cable Available, Vaulted Ceiling(s), Garage Door Opener(s), Ceiling Fan(s)
  • Operating Recording Device: None
Room Information
Room 1
  • Number Full Baths: 1
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 1967.0
  • Room Area Units: Feet.Inches
  • Room Type: Main Level
Room 2
  • Number Full Baths: 0
  • Number Half Baths: 0
  • Room Area: 814.0
  • 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 Level
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: 12.4
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 1
  • Room Width: 11.0
Room 7
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 13.0
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Room Width: 10.6
Room 8
  • Egress Window: Yes
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 11.7
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Room Width: 8.1
Room 9
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Length: 23.9
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Room Width: 13.0
Room 10
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Room Length: 28.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Family Room
  • Room Width: 12.6
Room 11
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Room Length: 19.8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Informal Dining Room
  • Room Width: 12.6
Room 12
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Room Length: 14.8
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Kitchen
  • Room Width: 12.6
Room 13
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Room Length: 28.0
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Room Width: 13.6
Room 14
  • Flooring: Tile
  • Room Length: 11.3
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Room Width: 7.8
Room 15
  • Flooring: Vinyl
  • Room Description: Foyer
  • Room Length: 11.2
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Additional Room
  • Room Width: 8.0
Room 16
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Room Description: loft
  • Room Length: 9.0
  • Room Level: Upper
  • Room Type: Additional Room 2
  • Room Width: 9.0
Room 17
  • 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 7987 Mechanicsburg Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 9, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1522420213

$300,000

+8.4% / yr

Nov 9, 2023

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1025040

$299,900
Oct 5, 2023

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1025040

DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/09/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1522420213

$300,000

+8.4% / yr

11/09/2023

Sold

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1025040

$299,900
10/05/2023

Pending

RMLS ALLIANCE #CA1025040

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

Public Records for 7987 Mechanicsburg Road

Taxable ValueLand$15,453Additions$67,055Total$82,508
Tax Record2025$4,957 ($413 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size60,548 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceZoningR1CountySANGAMONAPN15-26.0-400-031

Schools near 7987 Mechanicsburg Road

This home is within Rochester Community Unit School District 3a.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 1
Public - 2 to 3
Public - 4 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Rochester Elementary Ec-1 School
PublicPK to 1

Rochester Elementary 2-3
Public2 to 3

Rochester Intermediate School
Public4 to 6

Rochester Jr High School
Public7 to 8

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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$299,900
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60,548
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33,865
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