1836 Holmes Ave, Springfield, IL 62704
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SOLD
MAY 14, 2026

$140,000

Last sold price
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 984 sqft

1836 Holmes Ave, Springfield, IL 62704

Est. Refi. Payment $1,059/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold May 14, 2026 for $140,000 (40% above list price)

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1816 S Lowell Ave, Springfield, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$145,000
05/15/26
2
1
1,001
1713 Holmes Ave, Springfield, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$149,000
07/31/26
2
1
837
1941 S Whittier Ave, Springfield, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$115,000
06/26/26
2
1
912
1737 Holmes Ave, Springfield, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$77,500
11/21/25
2
1
912
2212 Holmes Ave, Springfield, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$143,000
10/07/25
2
1
1,092
1821 S Pasfield St, Springfield, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$127,000
09/29/25
3
1
1,015
1809 S State St, Springfield, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$171,000
07/21/26
2
1
912
2108 S College St, Springfield, IL
0.35
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$150,500
08/07/26
2
1
1,191
618 W Laurel St, Springfield, IL
0.15
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$99,500
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2
1
864

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1920 S Holmes Ave, Springfield, IL 62704
0.05
$121,500
2
1
845
Off Market
1921 S Lowell Ave, Springfield, IL 62704
0.05
-
4
2
2,064
Off Market
1901 S Lowell Ave, Springfield, IL 62704
0.03
$195,600
3
1.5
1,490
Off Market
1833 S Lowell Ave, Springfield, IL 62704
0.03
$177,400
3
2
1,500
Off Market
1936 Holmes Ave, Springfield, IL 62704
0.08
$130,900
2
1
962
Off Market
1825 S Lowell Ave, Springfield, IL 62704
0.05
-
2
1
1,391
Off Market
2004 S Holmes Ave, Springfield, IL 62704
0.12
$110,000
2
1
840
Off Market
2001 Holmes Ave, Springfield, IL 62704
0.11
$165,200
2
2
1,436
Off Market
2008 Holmes Ave, Springfield, IL 62704
0.12
$179,000
2
2
1,657
Recently Sold
1816 S Lowell Ave, Springfield, IL 62704
0.09
$145,000
2
1
1,001
Recently Sold
1924 S Walnut St, Springfield, IL 62704
0.09
$198,900
2
1
1,853
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1920
984 sqft
$142/sqft
Garage

About this House

This home is fresh and ready for a fresh new owner! You can move right in or have a turnkey investment. All major improvements over the the past 5-10 years include: windows, roof, furnace, AC, water heater, electrical, bathroom remodel and more! Walk in the front door to a large living room with cozy fireplace, formal dining room that could have many different functions, two spacious bedrooms and plenty of room in the eat-in kitchen. The full unfinished basement would be perfect for storage, storm shelter and more. Additional attic space isn't included in the listed sq ft. Walk out the back door to the porch and down to the fenced in backyard and detached garage with additional storage off of the back. Great home at a great price in the heart of Springfield!
1836 Holmes Ave, Springfield, IL 62704 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 984 sqft single-family home built in 1920. It last sold for $140,000 on May 14, 2026 (40% above the $100,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in October 2025 with an asking price of $1,395 per month. That rental listing was removed on November 1, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,218/month.
Last check for updates: about 16 hours ago
Listed by Matthew A West, (217) 415-2672
The Real Estate Group, Inc.
Bought with: Unrepresented RMLSA, Non-MLS
Originating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#CA1039275
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-09-17 14:17:52 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

Home Details for 1836 Holmes Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,UnfinishedNumber of Rooms: 12Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Additional Level, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Lower Level, Main Level, Third Floor, Upper Level
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 984 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable AvailableAppliances: Dryer, Range Hood, Range, WasherDryerWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Has Heating Unspecified TypeHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Has Heating Unspecified Type
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living Room, Wood BurningHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Replacement Windows, Blinds

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: PorchOther Structures: Shed(s)Foundation: Brick/Mortar
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Other Parking: Number Of Garage Remotes: 1No CarportHas a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1Parking: Detached,On Street,Paved
Frontage
Road Surface Type: Paved
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, ResidentialArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 22040177022

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $100,000Price Per Sqft: $142/sqft

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 984 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Capital Area Association of Realtors

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5600 sqft

Mobile R/V

Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Units: Feet

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: CA1039275Attic: StorageAttribution Contact: Pref: 217-415-2672

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 14, 2026
Source: N/A
Sold
$140,000
Apr 2, 2026
Source: N/A
Pending
$139,000
Mar 31, 2026
Source: N/A
Listed For Sale
$139,000
Nov 1, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$1,225
Oct 25, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
PriceChange
$1,225
Price decreased by 9%

Market trends in Springfield

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$190K
$2.08KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$116
$1MoM
Available listings
317
25MoM

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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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Frequently asked questions about 1836 Holmes Ave

  • What is the price history for 1836 Holmes Ave?
    1836 Holmes Ave in Springfield, IL last sold for $140,000 in May 2026.
  • Is Springfield a buyer's or seller's market?
    Springfield is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Springfield?
    The median sale price in Springfield is $190K. That is down $2.08K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Springfield?
    Residents describe Springfield, IL as easy to park in, dog-friendly, and pedestrian-friendly. See recently sold homes in Springfield, IL.
  • Does 1836 Holmes Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1836 Holmes Ave in Springfield, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 1836 Holmes Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1836 Holmes Ave in Springfield, IL has in-unit laundry.

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