NOT LISTED FOR SALE

1516 W Lawrence Ave Springfield, IL 62704

Historic West Side Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $180,303 - $196,000

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,970 Sq Ft
$95/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: October 14, 2025

Last sale price $190,000 $96 Per Sq Ft

Est. 2% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,295 / mo

17 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Springfield High School Rated A-
  • Patio
  • Ceiling Fan

About This Home

As of October 2025

1 Block from Washington Park - This immaculately maintained 3 bed / 2 bath home. is waiting for you to make it yours. Updated kitchen with granite counters and stainless appliances. The addition on the main level was originally added as a primary bedroom/bath, but the current owner is using it as a family room. Updated main bath. Laminate flooring in living area. New fence in back yard. New picture window in living room. Covered patio in fenced yard. Newer replacement windows throughout the home. HVAC new in 2017. Roof new in 2014. Radon mitigation system. Basement has been waterproofed.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

John Kerstein

Keller Williams Capital Brokerage Phone: 217-553-4368 License #471019366 Listed on: 08/29/2025

Keller Williams Capital

Last Buyer's Agent

Diane Tinsley

The Real Estate Group, Inc. License #471018772

The Real Estate Group, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,579

Year Built

  • Built in 1953

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 40 x 194
  • Fenced
  • Level Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Garage Door Opener

Home Design

  • Block Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Shingle Roof
  • Wood Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,970 Sq Ft Home
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Replacement Windows
  • Window Treatments
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Storage In Attic

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Solid Surface Countertops
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Schools

  • Springfield District #186 High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • High Speed Internet
  • Cable TV Available

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homestead Exemption
  • Assessor Parcel Number 14320402004

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,579

Year Built

Built in 1953

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1953
  • Unit Levels: One and One Half
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • Attribution Contact: Mobl: 217-553-4368
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement: Full, Partially Finished
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Living Room
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Interior Amenities: Attic Storage, Cable Available, Solid Surface Counter, Ceiling Fan(s), High Speed Internet
  • Living Area: 1970
  • Window Features: Window Treatments
  • KitchenDining: Dining Formal,Pantry

Exterior Features

  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Lot Features: Level
  • Construction Type: Frame, Wood Siding
  • Exterior Features: Replacement Windows
  • Foundation Details: Block
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof: Shingle
  • 100YearPlain: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Detached, Garage Door Opener

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Public, Public Sewer
  • UtilitiesOnYN: Yes
  • PowerProductionYN: No

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • High School: Springfield District #186

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: 40 x 194
  • Parcel #: 14320402004
  • ZonedAgricultural: No

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3579
  • TaxExemptions: Homestead/Owner Occupied

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 29, 2025
Closed on
Oct 14, 2025
Sold by
Deakin Ashlyn and Sodowski Vi Joseph
Bought by
Steinway Abigail M
Seller's Agent
John Kerstein
Keller Williams Capital
Buyer's Agent
Diane Tinsley
The Real Estate Group, Inc.
List Price
$195,000
Sold Price
$190,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$5,000
-2.56%
Views
52
Current Estimated Value
$187,076

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$2,924
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-2.55%
Original Mortgage
$133,000
Outstanding Balance
$133,000
Interest Rate
5.95%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$54,076

Purchase Details

Listed on
Apr 1, 2020
Closed on
May 29, 2020
Sold by
Coyle Stephen S and Leigh Emma
Bought by
Sodowski Joseph M and Deakin Ashlyn
Seller's Agent
Tony Smarjesse
RE/MAX Professionals
Buyer's Agent
John Kerstein
Keller Williams Capital
List Price
$124,900
Sold Price
$124,900

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.11%
Original Mortgage
$120,000
Interest Rate
3.3%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 8, 2014
Closed on
Feb 11, 2015
Seller's Agent
Ronald Duff
RE/MAX Professionals
Buyer's Agent
Cindy Brent
IN BETWEEN OFFICES
List Price
$139,500
Sold Price
$117,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$22,500
-16.13%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.24%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 14, 2003
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Steinway Abigail M $190,000 None Listed On Document
Sodowski Joseph M $124,900 Prairie Land Title
-- $117,000 --
-- $82,100 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Steinway Abigail M $133,000
Previous Owner Sodowski Joseph M $120,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
10/14/2025 10/14/25 Sold $190,000 -2.6% $96 / Sq Ft
09/15/2025 09/15/25 Pending -- -- --
08/29/2025 08/29/25 For Sale $195,000 +56.1% $99 / Sq Ft
05/29/2020 05/29/20 Sold $124,900 0.0% $59 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
04/05/2020 04/05/20 Pending -- -- --
04/01/2020 04/01/20 For Sale $124,900 +6.8% $59 / Sq Ft
02/11/2015 02/11/15 Sold $117,000 -16.1% $59 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/13/2014 12/13/14 Pending -- -- --
08/08/2014 08/08/14 For Sale $139,500 -- $71 / Sq Ft
Source: RMLS Alliance

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $3,580 $48,617 $6,559 $42,058
2023 $3,396 $44,407 $5,991 $38,416
2022 $3,775 $42,124 $5,683 $36,441
2021 $3,177 $35,299 $5,470 $29,829
2020 $2,586 $35,352 $5,478 $29,874
2019 $2,536 $35,229 $5,459 $29,770
2018 $2,277 $32,947 $5,432 $27,515
2017 $2,223 $32,521 $5,362 $27,159
2016 $2,172 $32,047 $5,284 $26,763
2015 $2,145 $31,664 $5,221 $26,443
2014 $2,092 $31,459 $5,187 $26,272
2013 $2,045 $31,245 $5,188 $26,057
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • John Kerstein

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    John Kerstein

    Keller Williams Capital

    (217) 553-4368

    4 in this area

    87 Total Sales

    John Kerstein
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  • Diane Tinsley

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Diane Tinsley

    The Real Estate Group, Inc.

    (217) 416-0993

    25 in this area

    505 Total Sales

    Diane Tinsley
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  • Tony Smarjesse

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Tony Smarjesse

    RE/MAX Professionals

    (217) 652-3335

    3 in this area

    94 Total Sales

    Tony Smarjesse
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  • Ronald Duff

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Ronald Duff

    RE/MAX Professionals

    (217) 652-6025

    27 Total Sales

    Ronald Duff
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  • C

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Cindy Brent

    IN BETWEEN OFFICES

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Map

Source: RMLS Alliance

MLS Number: CA1038849

RMLS Alliance

APN: 14-32.0-402-004

Illinois Sangamon County Springfield 62704 Historic West Side

1516 W Lawrence Ave, Springfield, IL

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