$175,000
SOLD AUG 14, 2025

2042 S Douglas Ave Springfield, IL 62704

Washington Park Knolls Neighborhood
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,040 Sq Ft
1931 Built

Recently Sold

$168 Per Sq Ft

3% Below List Price

152 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • 1 Car Detached Garage
  • Dining Room
  • Springfield High School Rated A-
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

About This Home

As of August 2025

Brand new Roof was installed on June 30th 2025, updated electrical as well! This cozy 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home is situated in a peaceful neighborhood, just a short walk from Hy-Vee grocery store and close to various restaurants and businesses. The spacious kitchen offers plenty of cabinet space, and the entire home features fresh paint and new carpet, making it move-in ready. In 2024, this property generated $30,000 in Airbnb income. Fully furnished with a modern style, this turnkey investment is ready to provide immediate cash flow. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

JULIE DAVIS

The Real Estate Group, Inc. Brokerage Phone: 217-836-3123 License #471011887 Listed on: 02/11/2025

The Real Estate Group, Inc.

Last Buyer's Agent

JULIE DAVIS

The Real Estate Group, Inc. Brokerage Phone: 217-836-3123 License #471011887 Listed on: 02/11/2025

The Real Estate Group, Inc.

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $3,788

Year Built

  • Built in 1931

Parking

  • 1 Car Detached Garage

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Shingle Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • 1,040 Sq Ft Home
  • Dining Room
  • Unfinished Basement

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Schools

  • Springfield District #186 High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 22-05.0-427-009

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$3,788

Year Built

Built in 1931

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Prop. Type: Residential
  • Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1931
  • Architectural Style: Ranch
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Attached Yn: No
  • PricePerSqFt: 168.27
  • Attribution Contact: Mobl: 217-836-3123
  • Special Features: None

Interior Features

  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Basement YN: Yes
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Living Area: 1040
  • TotalBasementSqFt: 1040
  • KitchenDining: Dining Informal

Exterior Features

  • Lot Features: Other
  • Construction Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof: Shingle
  • 100YearPlain: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Yn: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Detached

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Forced Air
  • Water Source: Public Sewer, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Senior Community: No

Schools

  • High School: Springfield District #186

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: 52*109
  • Parcel #: 22-05.0-427-009

Tax Info

  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Annual Amount: 3787.7
  • TaxExemptions: None

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 11, 2025
Closed on
Aug 14, 2025
Sold by
Lc Rental Properties Llc
Bought by
Adekola Henry O and Adekola Oritsegbubemi
Seller's Agent
JULIE DAVIS
The Real Estate Group, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
JULIE DAVIS
The Real Estate Group, Inc.
List Price
$179,500
Sold Price
$175,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,500
-2.51%
Views
2788

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-27.75%
Original Mortgage
$131,250
Outstanding Balance
$131,250
Interest Rate
7.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$39,258

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jan 5, 2023
Sold by
Chen Libin
Bought by
Lc Rental Properties Llc

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 15, 2021
Sold by
Bruce Barker
Bought by
Chen Libin

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 9, 1997
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $175,000 None Listed On Document
Quit Claim Deed -- --
Warranty Deed $80,500 Merkley Dennis E
Deed $72,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $131,250 New Conventional
Previous Owner $144,760 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/14/2025 08/14/25 Sold $175,000 -2.5% $168 / Sq Ft
07/13/2025 07/13/25 Pending -- -- --
07/05/2025 07/05/25 Price Changed $179,500 -1.9% $173 / Sq Ft
07/01/2025 07/01/25 Price Changed $183,000 +1.9% $176 / Sq Ft
05/20/2025 05/20/25 For Sale $179,500 0.0% $173 / Sq Ft
04/23/2025 04/23/25 Pending -- -- --
03/26/2025 03/26/25 Price Changed $179,500 -3.0% $173 / Sq Ft
02/11/2025 02/11/25 For Sale $185,000 -- $178 / Sq Ft
Source: RMLS Alliance

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $3,940 $46,904 $8,508 $38,396
2023 $3,788 $42,842 $7,771 $35,071
2022 $3,642 $40,639 $7,371 $33,268
2021 $2,531 $39,117 $7,095 $32,022
2020 $2,482 $39,176 $7,106 $32,070
2019 $2,433 $39,039 $7,081 $31,958
2018 $2,126 $36,161 $7,046 $29,115
2017 $2,070 $35,694 $6,955 $28,739
2016 $2,016 $35,174 $6,854 $28,320
2015 $1,985 $34,753 $6,772 $27,981
2014 $1,930 $34,528 $6,728 $27,800
2013 $1,887 $34,290 $6,729 $27,561
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • JULIE DAVIS

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    JULIE DAVIS

    The Real Estate Group, Inc.

    (217) 836-3123

    9 in this area

    477 Total Sales

    JULIE DAVIS
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Map

Source: RMLS Alliance

MLS Number: CA1034352

RMLS Alliance

APN: 22-05.0-427-009

Illinois Sangamon County Springfield 62704 Washington Park Knolls

2042 S Douglas Ave, Springfield, IL

This home is located at 2042 S Douglas Ave, Springfield, IL 62704 and is currently priced at $175,000, approximately $168 per square foot. This property was built in 1931. 2042 S Douglas Ave is a home located in Sangamon County with nearby schools including Butler Elementary School, Benjamin Franklin Middle School, and Springfield High School.

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