Leland Grove home tops list of most expensive sold in Sangamon County for October
A one-story Leland Grove home sold for $735,000 on Oct. 4, the most expensive residence sold in Sangamon County last month.
The price tag for the house at 1605 South Willemore Avenue is the lowest among the monthly top sellers so far this year. According to experts, October was a soft month for home sales overall with high interest rates as a contributing factor.
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Here's a look at the most expensive homes for October:
1. 1605 South Willemore Avenue, Leland Grove
Price: $735,000
Date: Oct. 4
Size: 3,745 square feet
Description: Significantly redesigned, this minimalist home centers itself on bright natural lighting and an aesthetically pleasing backdrop. Each of the three bedrooms has an en suite bathroom and a walk-in closet adjacent, with a wood deck for outdoor relaxation.
2. 4405 Turtle Bay, Springfield
Price: $680,000
Date: Oct. 4
Size: 5,156 square feet
Description: A host to spectacular views of Panther Creek Country Club, this five bedroom, five-bath home contains plenty of entertainment space with a covered grilling area, fire pit on the back patio, and a large family room complete with gas log fireplace.
3. 10 Woods End Lane, Springfield
Price: $675,000
Date: Oct. 4
Size: 7,519 square feet
Description: This Tudor home on the northwest side of town is nestled in a serene wooden setting and contains new roofing, updated bathrooms including a whirlpool tub and an in-ground heated swimming pool.
4. 2022 Fox Haven, Chatham
Price: $600,000
Date: Oct. 3
Size: 4,739 square feet
Description: This Moughan build contains a patio with spectacular views of a pond just beyond the backyard along with a large walk-in pantry for storage and a Generac generator to help with avoiding power outages.
5. 1615 Tozer Road, Springfield
Price: $568,500
Date: Oct. 31
Size: 4,466 square feet
Description: Built on over 11 acres just north of Abraham Lincoln Capital Airport, this well-landscaped home contains ample amenities for enjoyment and relaxation, from an in-ground pool to a loft in the living room perfect for viewing the outdoors to an outbuilding suited for any number of outdoor events.
6. 1240 Golf Crest Court, Springfield
Price: $560,000
Date: Oct. 17
Size: 4,612 square feet
Description: Overlooking the 17th green at The Rail Golf Course, this home has heated floors in the master bathroom, a sunroom, and built-in sound throughout the house.
7. 1709 Josephine Place, Springfield
Price: $550,000
Date: Oct. 4
Size: 2,537 square feet
Description: This Tara Hill ranch makes up for its small size with a long list of recent improvements, such as a renovated main bathroom complete with a white marble shower, new countertops and painted cabinets in the kitchen, new carpeting, and electrical upgrades.
8. 1852 Spartan Drive, Chatham
Price: $497,000
Date: Oct. 30
Size: 2,335 square feet
Description: Another smaller home, this two-story home has plenty of open space in the dining, family and sunroom, with a pantry and an unfinished basement for future expansion.
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9. 2001 Maryknoll Place, Springfield
Price: $485,000
Date: Oct. 6
Size: 3,653 square feet
Description: This custom-built Tara Hill home has large bedrooms, a see-through fireplace, plenty of cabinets and countertops in the kitchen, and built-in bookcases.
10. 507 Briarwood Drive, Riverton
Price: $467,000
Date: Oct. 11
Size: 3,013 square feet
Description: This recently built home has cafe-style kitchen appliances and a finished basement with a family area, bedroom, and bathroom along with new patio space.
This article originally appeared on State Journal-Register: Leland Grove home sold for $735,000 tops October most expensive list
