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Highlights
- Covered porch
- Great convenient location
- Comfortable living
Location
229 W Allen St, Springfield, IL 62704, USA|Vinegar Hill
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Five Star Property Services, LLC
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Property Overview
Located in Springfield’s Vinegar Hill area, the home features classic 1920s charm with a covered front porch, original details, and a fenced backyard. Notable advantages include proximity to downtown amenities, an accessible price point for the neighborhood, and a manageable lot that’s easier to maintain than larger parcels. The layout and setting can work well for those seeking a cozy, character-filled residence in an established residential area.
This summary uses Zumper’s proprietary data. “Things you’ll love” and “Great for” are based on our internal analyses of market trends and renter insights.
Things you’ll love
More space- Less expensive
- High school nearby
Great for
Social life
Amenities for 229 W Allen St, Vinegar Hill
Features
| Forced Air | Off Street |
| Porch | Utilities Included |
| Water |
Appliances
| Dishwasher | Range/Oven |
| Refrigerator |
Grounds
| Outdoor Space |
Services
| Garbage |
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Policies and fees
Applicants
Applicants
One-time.
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REQUIRED FEES
Security Deposit
One-time. Refundable.
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Building details
Property details
| Lease terms | 12+ months |
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About 229 W Allen St
MOVE IN SPECIAL! 50% off last month's rent! Step into this great 3 bedroom, 1.5 bathroom duplex! Great convenient location with a covered porch. Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity for comfortable living in a beautifully updated space! Appliances Included: Refrigerator, Range/Oven Utilities Included: Water, trash and lawn care Section 8: Is accepted Animal policy, no cats or dogs. Applications: Only accepted through our website. We do not accept Zillow applications, paper applications, or scanned/emailed applications. Application fee is $35 per person 18 or older. Basic Requirements: Income: 2X monthly rent minimum required Credit: Average score = 600+ (500-599 can be approved, conditions apply) Evictions: None in the last 3 years. Additional deposit for evictions past 3 years. Criminal: No convictions of property damage, injury of a person, or drug dealing in last 3 years, for misdemeanor charges and 7 years for felony charges. Disclaimer: All information deemed accurate, but not guaranteed.
Property highlights
We compared every listing in the surrounding area to determine which amenities are most common. If a building lacks an amenity that most others in the area have, it is a con. If a building has an amenity most others in the area do not, it is a pro. Similarly, price, schools, and size are calculated relative to the size, price, and distance to schools of the other properties nearby.How 229 W Allen St, Springfield, IL 62704, USA compares to other nearby properties.
Positives
- More space
- The 1-bedroom is 200 sqft larger than other listings nearby
- Less expensive
- Some rentals at this address are cheaper than similar listings nearby
- High school nearby
- There is a high school 0.5 mile away
- Images available
- There are at least 10 photos of this address
Address details
| Neighborhood | Vinegar Hill |
|---|---|
| Zip code | 62704 |
| Type | Condo for rent |
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Rent trends in Vinegar Hill
Median rents as of Jul 4 2026.
Vinegar Hill
Springfield
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $799 |
| August 2024 | $799 |
| September 2024 | $797 |
| October 2024 | $798 |
| November 2024 | $800 |
| December 2024 | $792 |
| January 2025 | $787 |
| February 2025 | $779 |
| March 2025 | $799 |
| April 2025 | $800 |
| May 2025 | $800 |
| June 2025 | $806 |
| July 2025 | $800 |
| August 2025 | $799 |
| September 2025 | $816 |
| October 2025 | $810 |
| November 2025 | $803 |
| December 2025 | $800 |
| January 2026 | $796 |
| February 2026 | $796 |
| March 2026 | $800 |
| April 2026 | $819 |
| May 2026 | $817 |
| June 2026 | $806 |
| July 2026 | $799 |
| Month | Median Rent |
|---|---|
| July 2024 | $750 |
| August 2024 | $782 |
| September 2024 | $759 |
| October 2024 | $759 |
| November 2024 | $745 |
| December 2024 | $748 |
| January 2025 | $762 |
| February 2025 | $766 |
| March 2025 | $786 |
| April 2025 | $782 |
| May 2025 | $730 |
| June 2025 | $775 |
| July 2025 | $780 |
| August 2025 | $790 |
| September 2025 | $753 |
| October 2025 | $740 |
| November 2025 | $750 |
| December 2025 | $790 |
| January 2026 | $792 |
| February 2026 | $756 |
| March 2026 | $795 |
| April 2026 | $796 |
| May 2026 | $795 |
| June 2026 | $795 |
| July 2026 | $797 |
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Can I afford to live at 229 W Allen St?
Bedrooms
3 bedroomsRent-to-income ratio
30%
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Recommended income
$50,000/yr
With your selected rent-to-income ratio, you'd ideally want to make $50,000 annually to afford this 3-bedrooms monthly rent price of $1,250.
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Rent history
The increase or decrease in monthly rent compared to the previous listing price.| Bath | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Last month | $1,250 | 3 bed | 1.5 bath |
Schools near 229 W Allen St
Elizabeth Graham Elementary School
900 w edwards st
springfield, IL, 62704
K-5Public
C+
Early Learning Center
2501 s 1st st
springfield, IL, 62704
PKPublic
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Neighborhood
Vinegar Hill | Springfield, IL
Getting around Springfield near 229 W Allen St
Walking
7/10
Grab your reusable bags–many shops and stores are within walking distance.
Driving
5/10
This area is accessible to thoroughfares and has ample parking options.
Cycling
6/10
More spots are within biking distance and some roads are cyclist-friendly.
Transit
3/10
There are a few mass transit options within the area.
Points of interest for 229 W Allen St, Springfield
Groceries
9/10
At least one supermarket within a 10-minute walk
Shopping
5/10
Several shops within walking distance
Cafes
6/10
Some cafés within a few minutes’ walk
Restaurants
6/10
Variety of restaurants within a few minutes' walk
Primary schools
5/10
At least one elementary school within a 20-minute walk
High schools
8/10
At least one high school within a 15-minute walk
Nightlife
4/10
Some bars within walking distance
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