After the high-end of the housing market finished off 2024 strong in Sangamon County, the market felt as cold as weather to begin 2025.

Of the ten most expensive homes sold last month, none surpassed the $700,000 mark whereas two sold for more than $1 million in December.

Here's a look at the top ten most expensive homes in January.

10. 2121 S. Willemore Ave., Springfield

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Description: Built in 1947, this Leland Grove mixes millennial gray upgrades with the cozy warm woods of classic homes. The home has a formal living room which greets guests along with refurbished hardwood floors with an open concept layout. The kitchen is remodeled along with each of the four bedrooms. The home also has a four-car garage.

9. 3516 Tamarak Drive, Springfield

Description: This home built in 2003 has five bedrooms, four and a half bathrooms and a pool in the backyard. The home, which is located in the Lake Forest subdivision, is an open floor concept with tile and carpet on the main floor with plenty of natural lighting. The home also features a rec room, a wet bar and a home gym.

8. 6220 Winterberry Lane, Springfield

Description: This home was built in 2023 and has five bedrooms, four bathrooms and a three-car garage. The home has hardwood floors across the main level with an open concept. There's also a pond, a two-tier deck and a walk-out basement design.

7. 600 Park View Drive, Mechanicsburg

Date: Jan. 9

Description: This large house was built in 2020 on a 4.5-acre lot. The home has seven bedrooms and five bathrooms. The two-story home has a formal dining room and spacious foyer along with a private office. The custom kitchen is equipped with Amish cabinets and granite countertops. Adjacent to the kitchen, the mudroom features custom-built wood lockers and provides access to the dry pantry and three-car garage.

6. 2412 Wimbledon Place, Springfield

Date: Jan. 3

Description: Located in the heart of Tara Hills neighborhood, this custom-built home has unique touches like glass-front accents, a whirlpool tub and a spacious island with outlets so your phone will never die while making dinner again. The home has four bedrooms, three bathrooms with a screened-in porch and separate patio.

5. 8035 Farmington Cemetery Road, Pleasant Plains

Description: This three-bedroom home in Pleasant Plains sits on a 6.2-acre lot. The home has an open concept with cathedral ceilings. The basement has a door leading to the outdoor patio and water fountain. The home has three and a half bathrooms.

4. 1801 Blue Stone Drive, Springfield

Description: This executive home in Fox Meadows is full of modern updates. This five-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom home features a double-sided fireplace in the two connected living spaces. The master suite is upstairs which has custom closets.

3. 2824 Pat Tillman Drive, Springfield

Description: This six-bedroom, three-and-a-half-bathroom home has hardwood floors, crown molding and an eloquent gas fireplace. The home, built in 2010, is an open concept with formal dining and living rooms, a spacious kitchen and pantry.

2. 5216 Wildcat Run, Springfield

Description: This two-story home was built in 1992 but looks brand new on the inside with upgrades and a 2024 remodel. A two-toned staircase full of natural light leads up to the living area upstairs. The home has four bedrooms and four bathrooms. The primary bedroom has a skylight in the private bathroom and a wrapping balcony overlooking the in-ground pool.

1. 5828 Hedley Road, Springfield

Description: Connected to Centennial Park through a walking trail, imagine a custom-built ranch scenic and surrounded by rolling backyard to make this home the perfect escape in the big city. The home was built in 2009 and has five bedrooms and four bathrooms. The kitchen features premium finishes with granite counters, stainless steel appliances and a sliding door leading to the four-seasons room. The home has an in-ground salt pool and a three-car garage.