5230 Buford St, Springfield, IL 62703
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OFF MARKET

$196,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,064 sqft

5230 Buford St, Springfield, IL 62703

Est. Refi. Payment $1,450/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Feb 29, 2024 for $165,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$196K
Since last month
Decreased$1K (-0.5%)
Since last year
Increased$14K (+7.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$31K (+18.8%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +71% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$196K
August 2026$197K
July 2026$196K
June 2026$198K
May 2026$197K
April 2026$194K
March 2026$193K
February 2026$190K
January 2026$188K
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Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
5225 Buford St, Springfield, IL
0.06
Single-Family Home
$205,000
06/24/26
3
2
1,200
5253 Carlton Dr, Springfield, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$187,000
09/15/26
3
2
1,064
1116 Bolin Ct, Springfield, IL
0.06
Single-Family Home
$215,000
05/11/26
3
2
1,260
13 Sarah Ave, Springfield, IL
0.35
Single-Family Home
$255,000
03/06/26
3
2
1,658
1 Roosevelt Rd, Springfield, IL
0.41
Single-Family Home
$250,000
10/27/25
3
2
1,627
1312 Community Dr, Springfield, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$200,000
08/05/26
3
2.5
2,200
5238 Carlton Dr, Springfield, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$160,000
12/26/25
2
2
1,032
5214 Carlton Dr, Springfield, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$169,000
01/14/26
2
2
1,180
5312 Deerwood Lk, Springfield, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$153,000
08/05/26
4
3.5
2,484

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
5223 Cantrell Ct, Springfield, IL 62703
0.03
$208,400
3
2
1,313
Off Market
5239 Cantrell Ct, Springfield, IL 62703
0.05
$210,900
3
2
1,296
Off Market
5248 Buford St, Springfield, IL 62703
0.04
$193,900
3
2
1,083
Off Market
5209 Carlton Dr, Springfield, IL 62703
0.09
$220,000
3
2
1,290
For Sale
5225 Buford St, Springfield, IL 62703
0.06
$205,000
3
2
1,200
Recently Sold
5201 Cantrell Ct, Springfield, IL 62703
0.09
$196,000
3
2
1,100
Off Market
5209 Buford St, Springfield, IL 62703
0.09
$217,100
3
2
1,196
Off Market
5220 Carlton Dr, Springfield, IL 62703
0.11
$166,200
2
2
1,041
Off Market
1116 Bolin Ct, Springfield, IL 62703
0.06
$215,000
3
2
1,260
Recently Sold
5217 Buford St, Springfield, IL 62703
0.09
$220,600
3
2
1,256
Off Market
5214 Carlton Dr, Springfield, IL 62703
0.12
$169,000
2
2
1,180
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1987
1,064 sqft
$184/sqft
2 Car Garage

About this House

Welcome to 5230 Buford, Springfield. Nestled in the coveted Chatham school district, this 3-bed, 2-bath home boasts a vaulted ceiling, modern stainless appliances, and stylish engineered hardwood floors. Your convenience is prioritized with an attached two-car garage, and large fenced-in yard. Plus, the seller has recently gone the extra mile, ensuring a pristine environment by having Woods Basement Systems wrap the crawl space and install a new dehumidifier. Home has been pre-inspected for your convenience, repairs have been made, and being sold as reported.
5230 Buford St, Springfield, IL 62703 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,064 sqft single-family home built in 1987. It last sold for $165,000 on Feb 29, 2024 (3% above the $160,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $196,000, with a rent estimate of $1,517/month.
Last check for updates: about 21 hours ago
Listed by Matt Garrison, (217) 638-8500
The Real Estate Group, Inc.
Bought with: Kathy Garst, (217) 306-6063, The Real Estate Group, Inc.
Originating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#CA1027029
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-09-18 14:12:45 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 5230 Buford St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl SpaceNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Additional Level, Kitchen, Living Room, Lower Level, Main Level, Third Floor, Upper Level
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1064 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Range Hood, Range, RefrigeratorDishwasherRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Living RoomHas a Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: PatioFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Attached
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 1

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1987
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, ResidentialArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Frame, Brick, Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 2227.0202056

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $160,000

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: SpringfieldCommunity: Cottage Hills
School Information
High School: Chatham District #5

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1064 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Capital Area Association of Realtors

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8450 sqft

Mobile R/V

Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Units: Feet

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: CA1027029Attribution Contact: Mobl: 217-638-8500

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 29, 2024
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1027029
Sold
$165,000
Jan 31, 2024
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1027029
Pending
$160,000
Jan 30, 2024
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1027029
Listed For Sale
$160,000

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

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

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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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    "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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    "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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  • 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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    "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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  • MaryJane J.
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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.
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  • Sana N.
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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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Frequently asked questions about 5230 Buford St

  • What is 5230 Buford St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 5230 Buford St in Springfield, IL is $196,000.
  • What is the price history for 5230 Buford St?
    5230 Buford St in Springfield, IL last sold for $165,000 in February 2024.
  • 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.
  • Does 5230 Buford St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 5230 Buford St in Springfield, IL has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 5230 Buford St?
    The lot at 5230 Buford St in Springfield, IL is about 0.19 acres (8,450 sq ft).

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