1540 N 3rd St, Springfield, IL 62702
SOLD
MAR 16, 2026

1540 N 3rd St
Springfield, IL 62702

Lincoln Park
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,952 sqft (on 0.25 acres)

$206,000

Last Sold: Mar 16, 2026
3% over list $200K
$70/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,418/mo*
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$206,000

Last Sold: Mar 16, 2026
3% over list $200K
$70/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,418/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
3 Baths
2,952 sqft
(on 0.25 acres)

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Description

Super spacious, full of timeless charm & beautifully improved in Lincoln Park! This 4-5BR home stretches across 3 levels w/ incredible versatility. Gorgeously refinished hardwoods nearly everywhere include the staircase & are paired w/fresh interior paint, 2" faux wood blinds & updated lighting & fan fixtures w/remotes throughout. An expansive LR welcomes with brick accents, window seating & undeniable character, while the oversized formal dining room is filled w/natural light & stunning built-in display storage. The white kitchen blends modern style & exposed brick accents w/ample cabinetry, modern appliances & a shelving equipped walk-in pantry. On the main floor, an office space w/new sliding door steps onto a delightful back deck & easily offers use as a main floor BR as well. Upstairs find practical perks in 2nd floor laundry w/storage plus an elegantly updated full bathroom. The 3rd level provides extra living & private spaces including a large BR & full kitchen, ideal for long term guests, in law living or income potential. Outside, enjoy a large fenced corner-lot yard, an extra-deep 2c det. garage & an attractive front porch enjoyed under remote-operated fans. Big-ticket improvements include extensive energy eff. boiler system, tuckpointing, extra-deep SS sinks kitchens (x2), some replacement windows & more! A Lincoln Park gem combining necessary improvements, touches of trend & the obvious preservation of arched doorways, built-ins & adorable window seat details!
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 March 19, 2026

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Deck
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$70/sqft
Listed
100 days ago

Home Details for 1540 N 3rd St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partial,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 17Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Additional Level, Additional Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Lower Level, Main Level, Third Floor, Upper Level
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2952 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable AvailableAppliances: Range Hood, Range, Refrigerator, OtherRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Electric,Hot Water,RadiantHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Electric
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 2Fireplace: DecorativeHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Replacement Windows, Blinds

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Deck, PorchOther Structures: Shed(s)Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Detached
Frontage
Road Surface Type: Paved
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 8

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1422.0305001

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $199,900Price Per Sqft: $70/sqft

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

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Location

Direction & Address
City: SpringfieldCommunity: None
School Information
High School: Springfield District #186

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2952 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Capital Area Association of Realtors

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.25 acres

Mobile R/V

Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Units: Feet

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: CA1041513Attribution Contact: Mobl: 217-741-4040
Last check for updates: about 17 hours ago
Listed by Kyle T Killebrew, (217) 741-4040
The Real Estate Group, Inc.
Bought with: Celinda Doolin, (217) 306-5904, Keller Williams Capital
Originating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#CA1041513
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-05-08 09:42:48 PDT. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website. Click here for more information

Price History for 1540 N 3rd St

DatePriceEventSource
03/16/2026$206,000Sold
RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1041513
02/05/2026$199,900PendingRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1041513
01/28/2026$199,900Listed For SaleRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1041513
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Comparable Sales for 1540 N 3rd St

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1517 N 5th St, Springfield, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$190,000
03/20/26
3
2
1,352
1239 Monument Ave, Springfield, IL
0.35
Single-Family Home
$210,000
08/01/25
3
2
3,530
1245 N Rutledge St, Springfield, IL
0.43
Single-Family Home
$194,000
12/05/25
5
2.5
2,269
1328 N 3rd St, Springfield, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$181,000
11/14/25
4
2
2,429
1915 N 6th St, Springfield, IL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$191,000
10/20/25
3
1.5
1,625
1928 N 5th St, Springfield, IL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$135,000
07/07/25
3
2.5
1,812
2104 N 6th St, Springfield, IL
0.55
Single-Family Home
$185,000
04/08/26
4
3
2,091
1624 N 5th St, Springfield, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$75,000
03/09/26
5
1.5
1,988

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Neighborhood Overview

Lincoln Park
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What Locals Say about Lincoln Park

At least 8 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say parking is easy

  • 100 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 100 % Say car is needed

  • 92 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 89 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 78 % Say kids play outside

  • 78 % Say there's wildlife

  • 69 % Say it's quiet

  • 60 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 57 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 50 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 45 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 45 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 38 % Say there are community events

  • 10 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

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  • A neighbor
    "Once a month meetings; different activities at Lincoln Park; neighborhood watch program; scheduled clean-up days"
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  • Kendall05
    "The neighborhood is mainly quiet and the neighbors are very nice. There is a short distance walk to an amazing park and fun amenities."
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1540 N 3rd St, Springfield, IL 62702 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,952 sqft single-family home built in 1920. 1540 N 3rd St is located in Lincoln Park, Springfield. This property is not currently available for sale. 1540 N 3rd St was last sold on Mar 16, 2026 for $206,000 (3% higher than the asking price of $199,900). The current Trulia Estimate for 1540 N 3rd St is $206,700.