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$1,400 / Month

4478 Mechanicsburg Rd

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Springfield, IL 62712

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  • Bathrooms

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About This Home

$1,400 deposit, Available Now

Welcome to the Adorable Rural Home in the highly sought-after Rochester School District in Springfield, IL. This charming 2-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom house is a perfect blend of country comfort and city convenience. The home boasts a large yard, perfect for outdoor activities and gardening. Inside, you'll find a spacious eat-in kitchen equipped with all necessary appliances, ready for your culinary adventures. The separate laundry room adds to the convenience, making laundry days a breeze. The house features beautiful hardwood flooring throughout, adding a touch of elegance and warmth. The wrap-around deck is an ideal spot for relaxation, offering a panoramic view of the serene country setting. A detached garage provides ample space for parking and storage (Tenant is allowed 1 bay). This home is a perfect blend of rural charm and modern amenities. Come and experience the comfort and convenience of this adorable rural home. ***Local farmer has rights to easement for field access at corner of property. Also retains easement for corn stand at corner of property during harvest season.***

Unique Features

  • 1 & 1/2 ba house
  • 2br
  • all aplliances
  • country setting
  • detached garage
  • hardwood flooring
  • large eat-in kitchen
  • separate laundry room
  • Tenant pays all utilities
  • Tenant Pays Trash
  • Tenant Responsible for Lawn Care
  • wrap around deck

4478 Mechanicsburg Rd is a house located in Sangamon County and the 62712 ZIP Code. This area is served by the Springfield School District 186 attendance zone.

* Price shown is base rent. Excludes user-selected optional fees and variable or usage-based fees and required charges due at or prior to move-in or at move-out. Price, availability, fees, and any applicable rent special are subject to change without notice.
* Square footage definitions vary. Displayed square footage is approximate.

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified. Use the Cost Calculator to determine costs based on your needs.

  • One-Time Basics
    • Due at Move-In
      • Security Deposit - Refundable
        Charged per unit.
        $1,400

Property Fee Disclaimer: Based on community-supplied data and independent market research. Subject to change without notice. May exclude fees for mandatory or optional services and usage-based utilities.

Contact

  • Listed by Kennedy Schempp Properties, Inc. | Kennedy Schempp Properties, Inc.
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City - Springfield

Welcome to Springfield, Illinois, the state capital and home to Abraham Lincoln's enduring legacy. Current rental trends show moderate growth, with one-bedroom apartments averaging $827 monthly and experiencing a 3.8% annual increase. Two-bedroom units typically rent for $994, while three-bedroom homes command around $1,327, reflecting the city's affordable housing market compared to larger metropolitan areas.

Springfield's downtown district showcases the impressive State Capitol building and serves as the city's cultural center. Washington Park and Botanical Garden provide scenic spaces for outdoor activities, while the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum and Lincoln Home National Historic Site preserve the city's presidential history. The medical district, home to Memorial Medical Center and HSHS St. John's Hospital, anchors the healthcare sector.

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Amenities
  • 1 & 1/2 ba house
  • 2br
  • all aplliances
  • country setting
  • detached garage
  • hardwood flooring
  • large eat-in kitchen
  • separate laundry room
  • Tenant pays all utilities
  • Tenant Pays Trash
  • Tenant Responsible for Lawn Care
  • wrap around deck
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Univ. of Ill. at Springfield
Drive: 14 min 8.1 mi
Lincoln Land Community College
Drive: 17 min 9.1 mi
Millikin University
Drive: 40 min 34.9 mi
4478 Mechanicsburg Rd is within 14 minutes or 8.1 miles from Univ. of Ill. at Springfield. It is also near Lincoln Land Community College and Millikin University.
Schools
Matheny-Withrow Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
224 Students
Nearby
Washington Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
531 Students
Nearby
Grades 9-12
1,261 Students
Nearby
St Patrick Catholic School
Private Elementary School
Grades PK-5
66 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

4478 Mechanicsburg Rd is near Abraham Lincoln Capital, located 9.1 miles or 17 minutes away.

Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Springfield
Drive: 11 min 5.6 mi
Lincoln Amtrak Station
Drive: 37 min 31.3 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Abraham Lincoln Capital
 Drive: 17 min 9.1 mi
Getting Around
Not Walkable
Walkability
10 / 100
Minimal Public Transit
Transit
0 / 100
Exceptionally Drivable
Drivability
100 / 100
Somewhat Bikeable
Bikeability
30 / 100

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 4478 Mechanicsburg Rd.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Capital City Shopping Center
Drive: 10 min 5.4 mi
Sangamon Commons
Drive: 9 min 5.5 mi
Sangamon Center North
Drive: 11 min 6.2 mi
4478 Mechanicsburg Rd has 3 shopping centers within 6.2 miles, which is about a 11-minute drive. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Illinois State Museum
 Drive: 11 min 5.6 mi
Washington Park
 Drive: 16 min 7.2 mi
Washington Park Botanical Garden
 Drive: 16 min 7.4 mi
UIS Observatory
 Drive: 14 min 8.0 mi
Henson Robinson Zoo
 Drive: 14 min 9.0 mi
4478 Mechanicsburg Rd has 5 parks within 9.0 miles, including Illinois State Museum, Washington Park, and Washington Park Botanical Garden.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
St. John's Hospital
Drive: 9 min 4.9 mi
Memorial Medical Center
Drive: 11 min 5.5 mi
Andrew McFarland Mental Health Center
Drive: 15 min 9.8 mi
4478 Mechanicsburg Rd has 3 hospitals within 9.8 miles, the nearest is St. John's Hospital which is 4.9 miles away and a 9 minute drive.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
Capital Map Air Guard Station
Drive: 18 min 9.3 mi
4478 Mechanicsburg Rd is 9.3 miles and a 18 minute drive from Capital Map Air Guard Station.

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