79 Amherst Dr, Springfield, IL 62702
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OFF MARKET

79 Amherst Dr
Springfield, IL 62702

Youngston/Holiday Hill
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,081 sqft

$139,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $784/mo*
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$139,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $784/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
1,081 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

What a great place to call home. Whether you are just getting started or trying to downsize, this is an awesome opportunity to have an attached home with several amenities while being tucked in a residential neighborhood. Central to Downtown Springfield and just a few minutes from the retail therapy and restaurants that the west side of town offers. You will enjoy this one level home with a very functional floor plan. Open living room to formal dining area with slider access to side deck and fenced back yard. Laundry room could double as walk in pantry. Cozy up this winter next to the gas fireplace. This home has been preinspected so that buyers are informed before making offers.
79 Amherst Dr, Springfield, IL 62702 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,081 sqft single-family home in Youngston/Holiday Hill, built in 1990. It last sold for $121,400 on Jun 18, 2024 (2% above the $119,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $139,900, with a rent estimate of $1,143/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
1 Car Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 79 Amherst Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl SpaceNumber 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: 1081 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Dishwasher, Range, RefrigeratorDishwasherRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Gas Log, Living RoomHas a Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: PatioFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Attached
Frontage
Road Surface Type: Paved
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 3

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1990
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, ResidentialArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 14190380028

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $119,000

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Media

Location

Direction & Address
City: SpringfieldCommunity: Holiday hills
School Information
Elementary School: AddamsJr High / Middle School: US GrantHigh School: Lanphier High School

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1081 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Capital Area Association of Realtors

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3920.4 sqft

Mobile R/V

Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Units: Feet

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: CA1029094
Last check for updates: about 16 hours ago
Listed by Tracy M Shaw, (217) 494-1334
Keller Williams Capital
Bought with: Jane Hay, (217) 414-1203, The Real Estate Group, Inc.
Originating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#CA1029094
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-07-09 09:17:37 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 79 Amherst Dr

DatePriceEventSource
06/18/2024$121,400Sold
RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1029094
05/20/2024$119,000PendingRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1029094
05/15/2024$119,000Listed For SaleRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1029094
02/13/2021ListingRemovedN/A
06/21/2014$87,900ListingRemovedN/A
05/24/2013$82,000Sold
N/A
02/25/2013$87,900Listed For SaleN/A

Market trends in Springfield

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$167K
$1.42KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.1%
0.8%MoM
Price per sq ft
$110
$4MoM
Available listings
282
33MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$1,930
Assessment$101,925
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 79 Amherst Dr

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
77 Amherst Dr, Springfield, IL
0.01
Single-Family Home
$126,000
09/26/25
2
1
1,100
10 Royal Rd, Springfield, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$167,500
07/01/26
3
1.5
1,441
25 Royal Rd, Springfield, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$187,400
11/21/25
3
1.5
1,600
51 Mesa Rd, Springfield, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$200,000
10/21/25
3
2
1,382
1016 Johnson Ln, Springfield, IL
0.96
Single-Family Home
$150,000
03/16/26
3
1
1,100
27 Skyview Dr, Springfield, IL
0.04
Single-Family Home
$195,000
05/01/26
4
2
1,929
2 Mesa Rd, Springfield, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$215,000
07/25/25
4
2.5
1,816
15 Mesa Rd, Springfield, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$249,700
10/20/25
4
3
2,875
56 Marchelle Ave, Springfield, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$230,000
08/21/25
4
3
3,200

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What Locals Say about Youngston/Holiday Hill

At least 1 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say parking is easy

  • 100 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 100 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 100 % Say kids play outside

  • 100 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 100 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 100 % Say there are community events

  • 100 % Say there's wildlife

  • 75 % Say car is needed

  • 67 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 50 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 50 % Say it's quiet

  • 50 % Say streets are well-lit

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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    "We've lived in the neighorhood for almost 3 years. It's clean, quiet, low traffic and fairly family friendly, although I understand that the schools served by this area aren't great. Cost of housing is good, and there's a nice blend of apartments, duplexes and single family homes."
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