Sold177d on market
656 Ford Ave
Elgin, IL, 60120 • 60120 • Kane County
$248,000
$276/sqft
2Beds
1Baths
900Sqft
0.11 acLot
1950Built
Property DNA
Ranch Style
Built 1950 · 76 years of history
1-Car Garage
Asphalt · On Site · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is in high demand
Listed 177 days ago · 12 views · Top 5% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
12 views
People checking out this listing
177 days on market
Established listing
$276/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
Very HighThis home ranks in the top 5% of listings most likely to go under contract soon, based on market activity and demand signals.
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1950
Welcome to this adorable 2 bedroom, 1 bath gem that's full of character and potential! Inside, you'll find a cozy and inviting layout with bright natural light, a functional kitchen, and a comfortable living space, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The two bedrooms offer peaceful retreats, and the updated bathroom adds a modern touch. Downstairs, the spacious unfinished basement is a blank canvas, ideal for extra storage, a workshop, or your future dream space. Outside, enjoy a manageable yard with room for gardening, play, or simply soaking up the sun. Whether you're downsizing, or looking for an investment opportunity, this home offers a great mix of charm, potential, and affordability! Water heater 2017, siding approximately 3 years old. Seller selling AS IS.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights manageable yard, updated bathroom, and bright natural light as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,621/month
Principal & Interest$1,290
Property Tax$248
Insurance$83
Down payment20% ($49,600)
3%50%
Est. 6.77% rate · 30yr fixed · $198,400 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1950
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
Parking1 Garage space
Lot4,599 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleRanch
Year built1950
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionVinyl Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAsphalt, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage1 spaces
BasementUnfinished,Full
Lot4,599 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60120
Annual tax$4,204
Parcel0601481016
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
8 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Microwave
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Gas Dryer Hookup
In Unit
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Asphalt
On Site
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Vinyl Siding
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Main11×10 ft110 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom2
Main10×9 ft90 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom3
Bedroom4
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market177
Est. value$254,200
Est. rent$1,880/mo
Tax rate2.15%
Price/sqft$276
On marketJul 31, 2025
PostedJul 31, 2025
Last sold$248,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedOct 14, 2025
Tour days6
Views12
How are the schools in Elgin?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Elgin, IL, 60120
Price history
12 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Oct 14, 2025Sold$248,000$276MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 6, 2025Pending Sale$249,900$278MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 2, 2025Listed For Sale$249,900$278MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 27, 2025Contingent$249,900$278MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 19, 2025Price Change$249,900$278MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 31, 2025Listed For Sale$255,000$283MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 24, 2021Listing Removed——Owner
Jan 6, 2014Sold$42,500$47Public Record
Oct 25, 2013Listed For Sale$45,900$51Owner
Sep 12, 2013Listing Removed$45,900$51Owner
Aug 13, 2013Price Change$45,900$51Owner
Jul 1, 2013Listed For Sale$44,900$50Owner
Sold$248,000
Oct 14, 2025•$276/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$249,900
Sep 6, 2025•$278/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$249,900
Sep 2, 2025•$278/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$249,900
Aug 27, 2025•$278/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$249,900
Aug 19, 2025•$278/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$255,000
Jul 31, 2025•$283/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed—
Mar 24, 2021•Owner
Sold$42,500
Jan 6, 2014•$47/sqft•Public Record
Listed For Sale$45,900
Oct 25, 2013•$51/sqft•Owner
Listing Removed$45,900
Sep 12, 2013•$51/sqft•Owner
Price Change$45,900
Aug 13, 2013•$51/sqft•Owner
Listed For Sale$44,900
Jul 1, 2013•$50/sqft•Owner
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2024$4,369$54,591
Apr 10, 2023$4,204$49,319
Apr 10, 2022$3,899$44,970
Apr 10, 2021$3,751$42,044
Apr 10, 2020$3,661$40,137
Apr 10, 2019$3,571$38,233
Apr 10, 2018$3,155$31,908
Apr 10, 2017$2,485$30,165
Apr 10, 2016$2,985$27,985
Apr 10, 2015—$25,651
Apr 10, 2014—$25,334
Apr 10, 2013—$29,510
Apr 10, 2012—$31,876
Apr 10, 2011—$41,679
Apr 10, 2010—$46,130
Apr 10, 2009—$49,453
Apr 10, 2008—$49,453
Apr 10, 2007—$47,864
Apr 10, 2006—$45,260
Apr 10, 2005—$42,502
Apr 10, 2004—$39,811
Apr 10, 2003—$36,933
Apr 10, 2002—$34,197
Apr 10, 2001—$31,826
Apr 10, 2000—$30,288
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Elgin, IL • Kane County
Nearby neighborhoods
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Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
60120601216012360124
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