133 S Douglas Ave APT 2, Springfield, IL 62704

Gracious living quarters: $695 per month, 100 block of South Douglas, available December 1, 2015. Enjoy gracious yester-year living in this spacious (1,200 sq. ft.) one-bedroom, upstairs apartment in a notable, triplexed home in the historic west side district of Springfield. Built in the 1860s, this Italianate mansion home is nestled in the middle of the block amongst towering elm trees and ever flowering fauna of all types. Apartment features a roomy, black-and-white tiled bathroom, bedroom, living room, dining room, kitchen, and coin-operated laundry room just off the kitchen. Stove and refrigerator provided in galley-style kitchen. An elegant, curved staircase leads from the front foyer to the apartment, where ceiling fans throughout keep the yester-year, high-ceiling rooms cooled in summer and the comfortable flow of steam heat from radiators provides cozy, healthy heat in the winter. Front foyer locked with postal delivery key access. Apartment features hardwood floors, lots of windows, large closets, and was recently painted in a sophisticated color scheme. This has been preserved and well cared for and would be a relaxing refuge for a single, professional person. Rent increased to $725 with two occupants. Quiet, private, nearly hidden, but close to downtown, hospitals, transportation, shopping. Renter pays for electric and gas for their hot water heater. Radiant steam heat, water and garbage provided by owner. Minimum of one year lease, with 1 month's deposit. Available July 1. Credit and background checks. No pets, no smokers. Call 217 891 1968 to request a tour or send email to mlemay1651@gmail.com. Renter pays for electric and gas heat for their hot water heater. Owner pays radiant steam heat, water and garbage.