845 Forrest Ave, Springfield, IL 62702
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845 Forrest Ave
Springfield, IL 62702

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,500 sqft

$202,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 4, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,422/mo*
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$202,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 4, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,422/mo*
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4 Beds
3 Baths
2,500 sqft

Local Information

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Description

Original owner put $190,000 into this property in 2007. This is a great home for a growing family, 4 bedrooms and 2 full bath on the main floor. The kitchen has all new Samsung high end appliances with the Range/Oven, Dishwasher and Refrigerator are all bluetooth and wifi capable. The matching above the range Microwave is not Wifi. The appliances are less than 1 year old and they are staying with the house. The current owner paid $8,000 for all the appliances. The living room and master bedroom have new carpet and the kitchen, dining room, office and family room all have new laminate flooring. A 3.5 car garage with high ceilings and 2-9 ft garage doors is connected to the house with a 28 ft long rec room that is heated and cooled. There is a jetted spa tub in the master bathroom. The owner plans to leave the piano. They had it recently tuned.There is a 3rd full bathroom in the basement that needs finished. All fixtures are there but will need the installation to be finished. There is a new electric water heater for the basement bathroom that still needs hooked up. Earnest Money made payable to Prairie land Title. SQFT believed to be accurate but not Warranted.
845 Forrest Ave, Springfield, IL 62702 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,500 sqft single-family home built in 2007. It last sold for $122,500 on Dec 8, 2023 (12% below the $139,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $202,400, with a rent estimate of $2,369/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
3.5 Car Garage
Outdoor
Deck
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 845 Forrest Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Full,Partially FinishedNumber of Rooms: 17Types of Rooms: Bedroom 1, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Additional Level, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Lower Level, Main Level, Recreation Room, Third Floor, Upper Level
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2500 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable AvailableAppliances: Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Range, RefrigeratorDishwasherDisposalMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Spa: BathHas a Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: ShinglePatio / Porch: Deck, ScreenedFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 3.5Number of Covered Spaces: 3.5Other Parking: Number Of Garage Remotes: 1No CarportHas a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 3.5Parking: Attached,Paved
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 12

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2007
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence, ResidentialArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 14260280002

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $139,900

Active Status

MLS Status: Sold

Location

Direction & Address
City: SpringfieldCommunity: None
School Information
Elementary School: MathenyJr High / Middle School: WashingtonHigh School: Lanphier High School

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2400 Square Feet

Community

Not Senior Community

HOA

Association for this Listing: Capital Area Association of Realtors

Mobile R/V

Mobile Home Park
Mobile Home Units: Feet

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: CA1024841Attribution Contact: Mobl: 217-816-1669
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Craig A Lynch, (217) 816-1669
Keller Williams Capital
Bought with: Monique Heard, (217) 361-6083, Keller Williams Capital
Originating MLS: Capital Area Association of Realtors
Source: RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#CA1024841
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026-07-04 04:07:53 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 845 Forrest Ave

DatePriceEventSource
12/08/2023$122,500Sold
RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1024841
11/03/2023$139,900ContingentRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1024841
10/02/2023$149,900PendingRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1024841
09/19/2023$149,900Listed For SaleRMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1024841
08/04/2020$99,900Sold
RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA1000588
06/22/2020$99,900PendingAgent Provided
06/18/2020$99,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/19/2013$103,000Sold
RMLS Alliance as distributed by MLS GRID #CA125529
05/22/2006$17,000Sold
N/A
04/02/2004$20,000Sold
N/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$3,088
Assessment$128,394
Home facts updated by county records

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Sold Price
Sold Date
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$167,500
11/19/25
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2,354
934 N Milton Ave, Springfield, IL
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$129,900
10/31/25
3
2
1,784
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0.50
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$167,000
04/17/26
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1,915
903 N Daniel Ave, Springfield, IL
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$60,000
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3,000
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1
1,148
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2
1,718
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$135,900
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3
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1,058
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$130,000
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1,776

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  • 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

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