1608 E Carpenter St, Springfield, IL 62702
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    1608 E Carpenter St, Springfield, IL 62702

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    About this House

    Vacant lot of approximately 0.143 acres located at 1608 E Carpenter St in Springfield, Illinois. Previously improved with a residence. Buyer to verify zoning, permitted uses, lot dimensions, and the availability and condition of any utility connections.
    Last check for updates: about 13 hours ago
    Listing courtesy of: Angelica Matos-Mathiesen, (779) 212-5432
    Real Broker LLC
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12798931

    Home Details for 1608 E Carpenter St

    Interior Features

    Appliances & Utilities
    Utilities: Electricity Nearby, Natural Gas Nearby, Water Nearby
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    Exterior Features

    Frontage
    Road Frontage: City StreetRoad Surface Type: AsphaltNot on Waterfront
    Farm & Range
    Frontage Length: 40ft

    Days on Market

    Days on Market: 7

    Property Information

    Property Type / Style
    Property Type: LandProperty Subtype: Unimproved Land
    Property Information
    Parcel Number: 14260308003000

    Price & Status

    Status Change & Dates
    Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

    Active Status

    MLS Status: Auction

    Location

    Direction & Address
    City: Springfield
    School Information
    Elementary School District: 186Jr High / Middle School District: 186High School District: 186

    Agent Information

    Listing Agent
    Listing ID: 12798931

    Lot Information

    Lot Area: 6098.4 sqft

    Listing Info

    Special Conditions: None

    Business

    Business Information
    Ownership: Fee Simple

    Miscellaneous

    Mls Number: 12798931Attribution Contact: (779) 212-5432

    Additional Information

    Source Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: NoMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD Address On VOW Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: YesSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplayMRD Price History On IDX Display: YesMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes

    Price and Tax history

    DateEventPrice
    Nov 5, 2026
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12798931
    		Listed For Sale

    Around this home

    What Locals Say about Springfield

    At least 943 Trulia users voted on each feature.

    • 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

    Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
    • Safire C
      "I lived here for 8 years it’s quiet in the winter. Bars and noise in the summer. Kids not get left outside alone. Keep my pets inside properties vacant not maintained. "
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    • James Williams
      "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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    • Trulia User
      "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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    • Lazenobiaw19
      "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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    • Rita Flynn
      "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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    • sheyp
      "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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    • Pam Weisenborn
      "Friendly neighbors. They hang out at our pool. Kids are so sweet. We absolutely love this neighborhood!"
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    • Trulia User
      "It feels super safe and I’ve never had to deal with annoying people or kids and it is a nice place to live in"
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    • Trulia User
      "Grew up in this neighborhood and now as an adulting I’m visiting my parents - looks and feels just like it did 25 years ago"
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    • Trulia User
      "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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    • Trulia User
      "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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    • Trulia User
      "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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    • Trulia User
      "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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    • Trulia User
      "There are many neighborly families in this area. Good schools and churches. A great area to raise a family."
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    • Trulia User
      "I have not seen anyone walking their dogs around the neighborhood, so far. maybe during the day. thank you"
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    • Trulia User
      "Northend Springfield, good blue collar people with family values. Great amenities in Springfield with a a small town feel!"
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    • Trulia User
      "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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    • Trulia User
      "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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    • Trulia User
      "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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    • Trulia User
      "Being such a short distance from down town makes attending events convenient. The farmers market is great. "
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    • Trulia User
      "great Very good awesome and will always be the best on site where type with all of the other other rental places this is available to everywhere and it's very very good to join and hanwork with under all circumstances"
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    • Trulia User
      "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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    • Trulia User
      "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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    • 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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    • MaryJane J.
      "Our neighborhood is usually quiet and neighbors are friendly! If someone needs help there is always someone that is willing to help out! 😊"
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    • Alexisburnett77
      "Great town to raise kids. With small town feel but a larger area. We have great public and private schools for children as well..................... "
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    • Natashaslawson
      "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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    • MaryJane J.
      "This neighborhood is awesome! It is private, safe, and friendly. We walk daily and visit with people along the way. Wouldn’t want to live anywhere else!"
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    • Jessicakearns16
      "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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    • Sana N.
      "Best neighborhood very friendly people. Very good places to visit and great for children. The place is surrounded by lakes "
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    • Gluputerbaugh
      "Mass transit, Uber, Lyft, Bicycle, car are all quick and convenient options for my daily commute downtown!"
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    • Deana S. S.
      "We have community holiday events, including an Easter egg hunt and Holiday light competition as well as a neighborhood garage sale and summer picnic. "
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    • Thornhill6
      "SOB festival, Route 66 car cruise, parades, great restaurants and coffee places. Wonderful local businesses. "
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    • Katie B.
      "I'm new to the area but there seem to be a lot of family friendly events through the schools and churches. "
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    Market trends in Springfield

    Last updated October 2026
    Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
    Avg. sale price
    $173K
    $20K    MoM
    Sale-to-List Price
    99.8%
    0.2%    MoM
    Price per sq ft
    $114
    $3    MoM
    Available listings
    373
    25    MoM
    Sourced by Trulia Market Trends

    Home Value

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    Nearby home prices

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    Price
    Bed
    Bath
    Sqft
    Status
    1612 E Carpenter St, Springfield, IL 62702
    0.01
    $70,500
    4
    2
    1,035
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    1604 E Carpenter St, Springfield, IL 62702
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    1622 E Carpenter St, Springfield, IL 62702
    0.02
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    1624 E Carpenter St, Springfield, IL 62702
    0.03
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    1609 E Reynolds St, Springfield, IL 62702
    0.03
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    1613 E Reynolds St, Springfield, IL 62702
    0.03
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    1605 E Reynolds St, Springfield, IL 62702
    0.03
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    1617 E Reynolds St, Springfield, IL 62702
    0.04
    -
    Studio
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    1536 E Carpenter St, Springfield, IL 62702
    0.04
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    Studio
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    1628 E Carpenter St, Springfield, IL 62702
    0.04
    -
    Studio
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    1621 E Reynolds St, Springfield, IL 62702
    0.04
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    511 N 16th St, Springfield, IL 62702
    0.04
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    1625 E Reynolds St, Springfield, IL 62702
    0.04
    $76,600
    Studio
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    1613 E Carpenter St, Springfield, IL 62702
    0.05
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    1621 E Carpenter St, Springfield, IL 62702
    0.05
    $110,300
    4
    1.5
    1,738
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    1631 E Reynolds St, Springfield, IL 62702
    0.05
    -
    Studio
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    -
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    1625 E Carpenter St, Springfield, IL 62702
    0.05
    -
    Studio
    1
    852
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    1524 E Carpenter St, Springfield, IL 62702
    0.05
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    Studio
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    Angelica Matos-Mathiesen, Real Broker LLC
    Agent Phone: (779) 212-5432
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    1608 E Carpenter St, Springfield, IL 62702 is a lot/land. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID on Nov 5, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12798931.