1220 E Oak St, Springfield, IL 62703
OFF MARKET

1220 E Oak St
Springfield, IL 62703

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 800 sqft

$37,500

Trulia Estimate
as of May 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $326/mo*
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$37,500

Trulia Estimate
as of May 22, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $326/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
800 sqft

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Description

Charming 2-Bedroom Home with a Big Yard & Cozy Porch $995/month

This well-maintained two-bedroom bungalow offers a simple, comfortable layout with a warm, welcoming feel throughout. From the updated front porch to the fully fenced backyard, this home provides both curb appeal and everyday functionality.

Inside, you'll find hardwood floors, oversized windows that bring in plenty of natural light, ceiling fans, and updated ceiling fixtures, creating a bright and relaxed living environment. The first bedroom features stylish French doors that add character and flexibility, while the second bedroom is neat, comfortable, and well-proportioned.

The eat-in kitchen includes vinyl flooring, stainless steel appliances, ample cabinet space, and a bonus pantry, making it practical and easy to enjoy. The home has one bathroom with a shower, plus a spacious basement with an additional shower and washer and dryer hookups, offering extra convenience and storage.

This home is ideal for someone seeking a clean, peaceful space with positive energy and thoughtful updates.

Rent: $995.00

Security Deposit: $995.00

Availability: Available now

An excellent opportunity to rent a comfortable, well-cared-for home with charm and simplicity.

 Highlights:

2 bedrooms / 1 bath

Freshly painted interior

Hardwood floors (except kitchen & bath)

Cozy covered porch

Kitchen with pantry & ample cabinets

Basement with washer/dryer hookups

Fenced backyard great for outdoor living!

 Rent: $995/month

This home has a warm, welcoming feel that's hard to find.

Message us today to schedule a showing this one won't last long!

The 411:
We desire clean and responsible residents
Gross monthly income must equal at least 3x the monthly rent
Income must be current, ongoing, and verifiable

W-2 Employees:

Last 2 consecutive pay stubs (dated within 60 days), or
Employer offer letter on company letterhead with start date and pay, plus
First pay stub once employment begins

Self-Employed / Gig Workers (Uber, DoorDash, etc.):

The last 3 months of bank statements show consistent deposits, and
Most recent tax return or 1099, or
Platform earnings summaries (screenshots alone are not sufficient)

Fixed Income:
Award letter (Social Security, pension, disability)
Benefits must cover the full lease term
Must be in good standing with the current property management

Evictions:

 One eviction only
 No more than 7 years old
No money owed to the landlord or judgment satisfied
 No pattern (no filings, dismissals, or landlord disputes since)
 Documented recovery (clean recent rental history)

 Rental Application & Screening Information:

Application Fee
The application fee is $40 per person for everyone 18 years or older who will live in the home.
Application fees are nonrefundable.
We require at least 48 hours to prepare the home, allowing you sufficient time to update your address, transfer utilities, and prepare for your move.
If, at any point during the application process, we determine that the application is not a good fit for you or for us, we reserve the right to cancel your application. In that case, your application deposit will be returned. (We call this our "Happy Clause.")

 Occupancy Guidelines

1-bedroom: up to 2 people

2-bedroom: up to 3 people

4-bedroom: up to 5 people

If more people are living in the home, an additional $100 per person applies.

If one applicant in a group is denied, the whole application will be denied.

 Housing Vouchers
We gladly accept housing voucher applicants. You'll still need to submit an application and be approved.
Please provide the following items:

Copy of your utility bill
Copy of your current lease
Copy of your payment ledger

Copy of your most recent annual inspection report

 Approval Process

Applications will be reviewed based on the following:

Identification

Rental or residency history (at least one year of rental history, but include rental history)

Credit and income verification (Earn 3x the rent)

All information must be verified.

 Automatic Denials:

Applications will be denied for:
Being listed on any state sex offender registry
False or misleading information, such as:
Incorrect landlord names
False addresses (current or previous)
Fake pay stubs or income information

Equal Opportunity Rental
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from February 02, 2026

Home Highlights

Parking
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Outdoor
Porch
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
155 days ago

Home Details for 1220 E Oak St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: Central Air, Ceiling FanHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
Refrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1950
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: One Year Lease

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Lawn
Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Price History for 1220 E Oak St

DatePriceEventSource
02/16/2026$995ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
12/17/2025$995Listed For RentZillow Rentals
11/18/2025$995ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
11/07/2025$995Listed For RentZillow Rentals
09/17/2024$927ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
09/15/2024$927PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
09/03/2024$985PriceChange
Zillow Rentals
07/10/2024$1,200Listed For RentZillow Rentals
05/15/2022ListingRemovedZillow Rental Manager
05/06/2022$875Listed For RentZillow Rental Manager
07/01/2019$18,000Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$609
Assessment$21,747
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1220 E Oak St

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Sold Date
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1832 S 11th St, Springfield, IL
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$15,000
10/28/25
2
1
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2212 S 14th St, Springfield, IL
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05/08/26
2
1
936
2154 S 13th St, Springfield, IL
0.17
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$45,000
04/20/26
2
1
684
1942 S 11th St, Springfield, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$42,000
04/08/26
3
1
1,170
2161 S 10th St, Springfield, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$30,000
12/31/25
2
1
1,306
1905 S 13th St, Springfield, IL
0.06
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$53,500
09/29/25
3
1
1,300
2157 S 12th St, Springfield, IL
0.18
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$71,500
07/29/25
2
1
1,351
2120 S 13th St, Springfield, IL
0.11
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$80,000
10/07/25
2
1
1,648
1622 E Glenn Ave, Springfield, IL
0.46
Single-Family Home
$52,000
07/25/25
2
1
850
1927 S 13th St, Springfield, IL
0.03
Single-Family Home
$47,500
02/06/26
3
2
1,305

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What Locals Say about Springfield

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  • 88 % Say car is needed

  • 88 % Say parking is easy

  • 85 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 83 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 81 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 69 % Say kids play outside

  • 59 % Say it's quiet

  • 58 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 58 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 56 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 48 % Say there's wildlife

  • 48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 46 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 41 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 30 % Say there are community events

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    "It’s small and quiet and has a large portion of woods nearby and a school with a playground and soccer field. "
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    "Residents don’t pick up after their dogs so be careful walking outside, especially when it rains. I prefer taking my dogs to a dog park."
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    "Fine love it here people are nice houses are nice and we find things just fine. My family lives here and wouldn’t leave them"
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    "It’s dog friendly. On my block almost everyone has a dog. Had no problems . Every where I go, I see a dog walking with owner or not but they’re always friendly "
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    "Friendly neighbors, no fights, peace, and quiet. A nice neighborhood for your animal. Be able to relax in your home without any worries of someone trying to break in or rob or kill you."
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    "Huge fenced yard...its secure and a lot of space for dogs to run. There's a lot of trees with squirrels too."
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  • Pam Weisenborn
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for 12 years. We love it and have no plans to move. Great neighbors. No complaints!"
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    "very accessible to public transportation and a nice and quiet location. neighborhood has long standing residents. very safe place to live!"
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    "its not far from my job. but the area isnt fantastic in my personal opinion but i know a lot of people that have lived over there and had no issues"
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    "Great neighborhood to live in. I think the people could be a little more friendlier. I’ve lived here 17 years and while everyone waves at each other I don’t know anyone. "
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    "Nice quiet friendly safe area. I love it! I would love to live there again. Beautiful place to live. And close to convenient places like food bank shopping close! Easy to get around!"
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    "There are many neighborly families in this area. Good schools and churches. A great area to raise a family."
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    "I have not seen anyone walking their dogs around the neighborhood, so far. maybe during the day. thank you"
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    "Northend Springfield, good blue collar people with family values. Great amenities in Springfield with a a small town feel!"
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    "Since I've been here over a year and a half I have noticed the crime and sirens are getting closer and closer to our neighborhood."
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    "the adjoining streets are mostly all connected to very busy main roads and getting out of neighborhood streets onto main roads can be very difficult at peak times."
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    "The better part of the Northend of Springfield. Twin Lakes and Devouroe Heights are nice too. Fireworks during 4th of July. "
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    "Being such a short distance from down town makes attending events convenient. The farmers market is great. "
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    "It appears to be dog friendly. I just bought a house here! There is a pond and plenty of sidewalk to walk your dog on. "
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    "Established neighborhood with long time residents but a good mix of young and old. People look out for each other here."
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  • Jacob B.
    "This city has gone downhill. The nice neighborhoods on the north end have become filled with residents that don’t care how their neighborhood looks. Too many rentals. "
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  • Zachary D.
    "I’ve lived in the area for 2 years and it’s a lively place to live. There is shopping and restaurants nearby and always people walking, biking, or running around. It’s a great part of Springfield."
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  • Kim
    "Parents watch their kids, it’s close to everything, small knit, and orderly. There’s a park nearby and a library. "
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  • Daniel K.
    "Barbecues will help bring everyone together especially during times like this. I have not had any issues yet in this neighborhood. "
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  • Madeline C.
    "You will see a lot of other dog owners and there are a couple groups that you could connect to you and really enjoy"
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    "The closet access to public transportation is approximately a six block walk. Most residents own cars. "
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  • Vosebrad
    "IL State Fair is great every August. And there are a lot of festivals and outings downtown through out the summer weekends. The fair also has motorcycle races on Labor Day and Memorial Day weekends as well. And everyone has to visit The Lincoln Sites and the museum and library!!!!! "
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    "This a good neighborhood for you to play with your kids outside and not be bothered but I don’t think it would be safe for your child to walk to the park alone."
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    "Best neighborhood very friendly people. Very good places to visit and great for children. The place is surrounded by lakes "
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1220 E Oak St, Springfield, IL 62703 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 800 sqft single-family home built in 1950. This property is not currently available for sale. 1220 E Oak St was last sold on Jul 1, 2019 for $18,000 (1,709% higher than the asking price of $995). The current Trulia Estimate for 1220 E Oak St is $37,500.