Condos for Sale in Val-E-Vue, Springfield

Val-E-Vue, a neighborhood in Springfield, offers a unique blend of history and community spirit. Developed in the 1950s, it initially attracted families with the promise of free ponies, fostering a close-knit community that continues to celebrate its heritage with annual block parties. The neighborhood features midcentury ranch homes, split levels, and colonial revivals, with street names like "Palamino" and "Horseshoe" reflecting its equestrian past. Homes sit on quarter to half-acre lots, and the area is characterized by winding, hilly streets, mature oaks, and maples. Despite the absence of sidewalks, streetlights and low traffic contribute to a quiet atmosphere. Val-E-Vue's own lake, though not for swimming or boating, adds to its charm. The Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport is about 3 miles away, with a 92-acre buffer of farmland reducing noise. While there are no parks within Val-E-Vue, Stuart Park is nearby, offering a playground, sports fields, and a dog play area. The park also connects to the Sangamon Valley Trail, an 11.5-mile paved pathway. The neighborhood is zoned to Addams Elementary, Grant Middle, and Lanphier High, which recently underwent significant renovations. Val-E-Vue's location west of State Route 4 provides a sense of unity but requires a car for errands, with the nearest grocery store 2 miles away and downtown Springfield 4 miles away.