839 S  Walnut St, Springfield, IL 62704
SOLD
SEP 10, 2025

839 S Walnut St
Springfield, IL 62704

Historic West Side
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,136 sqft

$60,000

Last Sold: Sep 10, 2025
8% below list $65K
$28/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $474/mo*

$60,000

Last Sold: Sep 10, 2025
8% below list $65K
$28/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $474/mo*
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,136 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Popular westside historic district. The house is in close proximity to Washington Park which is on the National Register of Historical places with tennis courts, walking trails and a lagoon. The home is a 4 square 2 story 3 bed/2 bath. The main level features a living room with fireplace, formal dining room, kitchen, den/office, and an additional sun room for an office. The 4 season room addition is sure to please the large family or for a gathering of friends. New hot water heater, new pex water lines. The home is close to downtown and 5 min from both hospitals.
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 September 10, 2025

Home Highlights

Parking
Open Parking
Outdoor
No Info
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$28/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 839 S Walnut St

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: FullNumber of Rooms: 16Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Additional Level, Additional Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, 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: 2136 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: None
Heating & Cooling
Heating: NoneNo Heating
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Has a Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: Two

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shingle
Parking & Garage
No CarportNo GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking: Parking Pad

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 6

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1922
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, Residential
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1433.0328030

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $65,000Price Per Sqft: $28/sqft

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2136 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Capital Area Association of Realtors

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8100 sqft

Mobile R/V

Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Units: Feet

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: CA1038720Attribution Contact: Pref: 217-416-1555
Last check for updates: about 21 hours ago
Listed by Brenna Jeffers, (217) 416-1555
The Real Estate Group, Inc.
Bought with: James J Skeeters, (217) 971-6775, Keller Williams Capital
Originating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#CA1038720
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-06-10 11:27:53 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 839 S Walnut St

DatePriceEventSource
09/10/2025$60,000Sold
RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1038720
08/29/2025$65,000ContingentRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1038720
08/24/2025$65,000Listed For SaleRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1038720
03/04/2025$70,000ListingRemovedRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1034506
02/27/2025$70,000PendingRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1034506
02/25/2025$70,000ContingentRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1034506
02/21/2025$70,000Listed For SaleRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1034506
01/22/2025$78,500ListingRemovedRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1033871
01/20/2025$78,500PriceChange
RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1033871
01/16/2025$79,000PriceChange
RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1033871
01/11/2025$85,000Listed For SaleRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1033871
05/20/2024$50,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #QC4250210
05/14/2024$65,000PendingRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #QC4250210
04/15/2024$65,000PriceChange
RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #QC4250210
02/16/2024$80,000Listed For SaleRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #QC4250210

Market trends in Springfield

Last updated April 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$165K
$2.83K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.3%
0.3%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$106
$3
MoM
Available listings
249
10
MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$1,498
Assessment$53,490
Home facts updated by county records

Homeowner tools

Estimated monthly rent$1,516/mo

Comparable Sales for 839 S Walnut St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.13
Single-Family Home
$46,000
11/04/25
3
2
1,858
0.04
Single-Family Home
$210,000
07/07/25
3
1.5
1,698
0.09
Single-Family Home
$184,900
08/21/25
3
1.5
1,916
0.09
Single-Family Home
$132,000
11/21/25
3
1.5
1,451
0.30
Single-Family Home
$115,000
10/09/25
3
2
2,094
0.33
Single-Family Home
$115,000
03/03/26
3
2
1,550
0.33
Single-Family Home
$150,000
06/08/26
3
2
1,846

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Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Historic West Side

At least 21 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 100 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 96 % Say parking is easy

  • 91 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 71 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 68 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 67 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 67 % Say kids play outside

  • 64 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 63 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 58 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 57 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 42 % Say it's quiet

  • 38 % Say there's wildlife

  • 33 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 26 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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"
  • Toddclawrence
    "Great safe neighborhood with good transportation and groceries are close enough to walk..............."
  • Alex29
    "Nothing in particular makes my neighborhood unique. I like that there are still trees and green space "
  • Trulia User
    "We have fireworks during July that are just off the park. Also the park has an amazing event in October called jack o lantern fest. Family friendly and fun! "
  • Katlynhalstead
    "We are located in a really beautiful area, with nature trees and a cobblestone street. You can see the capitol building from the front yard - and the location is perfect for work or going shopping."
  • rolladp
    "My family and I lived here for seven years. it is a wonderful neighborhood, would not change one minute, best wishes to whom calls it home."
  • marcjtyalor3
    "After years of wanting to move here, we finally were able to do so. Our dream house!! Great neighbors, near Washington Park. Perfect."
  • annpoldark
    "We are visiting Springfield, staying with friends who live on this street. I am enjoying the neighborhood. It is safe to take an evening walk. Washington Park is very close by. The houses and yards are maintained very well. People walk their dogs too. If we were in the market to move to Springfield I would be looking to buy in this area."
  • annpoldarkchi
    "Due to a promotion we had to move to Chicago two years ago. I really miss our neighborhood. It was such a great place to live. When we retire, WE WILL be moving back to the Historic West Side of Springfield. "
  • virtually_slim
    "I used to live in this area. It is very family friendly and quiet. "

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839 S Walnut St, Springfield, IL 62704 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,136 sqft single-family home built in 1922. 839 S Walnut St is located in Historic West Side, Springfield. This property is not currently available for sale. 839 S Walnut St was last sold on Sep 10, 2025 for $60,000 (8% lower than the asking price of $65,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 839 S Walnut St is $62,200.