1616 LELAND Avenue, Springfield, IL 62704

$749,900 Asking Price

5 beds
7 baths
6,013  sqft
Built in 1927

Nestled along Springfield's most picturesque stretch of road on an oversized corner lot ringed by stately brick walls sits an elegant Tudor, built in 1927 for E.E. Staley, and is surrounded by some of the area's most distinguished properties. The home is more than move-in ready, featuring an interior adorned with five bedrooms, each with a bath. The impeccable and timeless workmanship sets a standard unmatched in today's market. Period-appropriate Pella high-efficiency windows have replaced the originals, and original hardwoods run throughout. A classic butler's pantry/wet bar expands the kitchen area. Complemented modern updates including a refrigerator '20, range '24, dishwasher '18, water heater '20, plumbing '20, four A/C units '18, and a slate roof checked in '23, for more details, please see the attached info sheet. Outside, the residence offers enchanting living spaces, including a brick-walled rear yard with a charming gazebo, a beautiful covered side porch, a hot tub, an English garden, a grilling patio, and a rare, generously sized three-car garage. Ideally, it is located just a short distance from Illini Country Club and the historic Washington Park, which offers various recreational activities such as sledding, running/walking, bird watching, fishing, and tennis. This home has undergone a pre-inspection by B-Safe, ensuring peace of mind for the buyer, with necessary repairs already completed. It is being sold as reported for a worry-free purchase.


Features & Amenities

Interior

General:
Cable Available, Garage Door Opener(s), Wet Bar, Solid Surface Counter, Ceiling Fan(s), Skylight(s), Window Treatments, High Speed Internet
Appliances:
Dishwasher, Disposal, Dryer, Other, Range/Oven, Washer
Basement:
Partially Finished
Heating:
Gas, Radiant, Cooling Systems - 2+, Central Air
Fireplace:
Wood Burning, Family Room, Living Room, Fireplaces: 2

Exterior

General:
Deck, Patio, Porch, Hot Tub, Replacement Windows
Style:
Two Story
Parking:
Detached

Construction

Roofing:
Slate
General:
Two Story, Brick

Location

Road/Access:
Curbs & Gutters, Paved
Originating MLS:
rmlsa
County:
Sangamon

Lot

Zoning:
See Tax Records, 22050130001

Utilities

Water:
Public,Public Sewer

Financial

Source:
rmlsa
Buyers Agent Compensation:
2.5%

This listing courtesy of:
RE/MAX Professionals, Jim Fulgenzi

About Springfield, IL

Housing

Number of Units
66,410
Median Home Value
$144,000
Median Rent
$667

37.08% of housing units are renter occupied.

10.71% are vacant.

Commute

Car
71.85%
Public Transportation
1.30%
Walk to Work
1.24%
Work from Home
23.72%
Other
1.14%

The median travel time to work is 15 minutes.

People

Population
133,077
Median Age
41.00
Median Household Size
2.36

Education

High School
25.75%
Associate’s Degree
7.97%
Bachelor’s Degree
20.61%
Graduate Degree
13.94%

Disclaimer: Community and Demographic information uses data from the U.S. Census Bureau but is not endorsed or certified by the Census Bureau.

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