Sold232d on marketHistoric · 100 yrs
162 N Liberty St
Elgin, IL, 60120 • Gifford Park • Kane County
$308,000
4Beds
2Baths
0.19 acLot
1926Built
Property DNA
Character Home
Built 1926 · 100 years of history
Outdoor Living
Porch
2-Car Garage
Concrete · Garage Door Opener · On Site · Other · Detached · Garage
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is in high demand
Listed 232 days ago · 5 views · Top 9% likely to sell soon
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232 days on market
Established listing
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1926 · Historic
STEP INTO THIS WELL MAINTAINED 4 BEDROOM, 1.5 BATH HOME "CRAFTSMAN BRICK BUNGALOW" . -NESTLED IN ELGIN'S DESIRABLE GIFFORD PARK NEIGHBORHOOD BUILT IN 1925, THIS RESIDENCE BLENDS CLASSIC CHARACTER WITH MODERN COMFORT. FEATURING ORIGINAL HARWOOD FLOORS, CROWN MOLDING, SOLID WOOD DOORS WITH VINTAGE KNOBS AND SOARING 9 FOOT CEILINGS THROUGHOUT. THE FINISHED LOWER LEVELS OFFERS ADDITIONAL LIVING SPACE. ENJOY THE LARGE FENCED BACKYARD WITH PATIO, DECK, GARDEN WHICH IS IDEAL FOR SUMMER GATHERINGS OR QUIET EVENINGS. ORIGINAL 2 CAR GARAGE ALL BRICK GARAGE. ROOF IS JUST OVER A YEAR OLD WITH 30 YEAR SHINGLES. NEWER FURNACE, AC AND HOT WATER HEATER. ATTIC HAS HARDWOOD FLOORING AND IS READY FOR YOUR FINISHING TOUCHES.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights large fenced backyard, crown molding, and finished lower level as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,920/month
Principal & Interest$1,510
Property Tax$308
Insurance$103
Down payment20% ($61,600)
3%50%
Est. 6.20% rate · 30yr fixed · $246,400 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1926
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot8,276 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1926
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionBrick
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingConcrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Other, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementPartially Finished,Full
FencingFenced
Lot8,276 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodGifford Park
Parcel0613255011
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
12 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
1st Floor Bedroom
1st Floor Full Bath
Appliances
Range
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Gas Dryer Hookup
Sink
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Concrete
Garage Door Opener
On Site
Other
Detached
Garage
Construction
Brick
Patio & Porch
Porch
Lot Features
Irregular Lot
Other Equipment
Ceiling Fan(s)
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Main12×11 ft132 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Window Treatments (All)
Bedroom2
Main12×11 ft132 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Window Treatments (All)
Bedroom3
Main12×11 ft132 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom4
Basement12×12 ft144 sqft
Flooring (Other)
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market232
Est. value$332,400
Est. rent$2,495/mo
Tax rate2.15%
On marketJul 1, 2025
PostedJul 1, 2025
Last sold$308,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedAug 21, 2025
Tour days6
Views5
How are the schools in Elgin?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Elgin, IL, 60120
Price history
12 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Aug 20, 2025Sold$308,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 19, 2025Pending Sale$330,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 1, 2025Listed For Sale$330,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 18, 2012Sold$120,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 11, 2012Pending Sale$129,900—CENTURY 21 New Heritage
Jun 7, 2012Price Change$129,900—CENTURY 21 New Heritage
Apr 23, 2012Price Change$144,900—CENTURY 21 New Heritage
Apr 16, 2012Price Change$134,900—CENTURY 21 New Heritage
Dec 7, 2011Price Change$144,900—CENTURY 21 New Heritage
Sep 19, 2011Price Change$149,900—CENTURY 21 New Heritage
Jul 29, 2011Price Change$159,900—New Heritage
Jun 12, 2011Listed For Sale$169,900—Century 21 New Heritage
Sold$308,000
Aug 20, 2025•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$330,000
Jul 19, 2025•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$330,000
Jul 1, 2025•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$120,000
Jul 18, 2012•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$129,900
Jun 11, 2012•CENTURY 21 New Heritage
Price Change$129,900
Jun 7, 2012•CENTURY 21 New Heritage
Price Change$144,900
Apr 23, 2012•CENTURY 21 New Heritage
Price Change$134,900
Apr 16, 2012•CENTURY 21 New Heritage
Price Change$144,900
Dec 7, 2011•CENTURY 21 New Heritage
Price Change$149,900
Sep 19, 2011•CENTURY 21 New Heritage
Price Change$159,900
Jul 29, 2011•New Heritage
Listed For Sale$169,900
Jun 12, 2011•Century 21 New Heritage
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2024—$74,706
Apr 10, 2023—$67,491
Apr 10, 2022—$61,540
Apr 10, 2021—$57,535
Apr 10, 2020—$52,907
Apr 10, 2019—$50,398
Apr 10, 2018—$45,778
Apr 10, 2017$3,320$43,277
Apr 10, 2016$4,282$40,150
Apr 10, 2015—$36,801
Apr 10, 2014—$36,346
Apr 10, 2013—$42,271
Apr 10, 2012—$49,375
Apr 10, 2011—$57,885
Apr 10, 2010—$64,067
Apr 10, 2009—$68,682
Apr 10, 2008—$68,682
Apr 10, 2007—$65,991
Apr 10, 2006—$61,042
Apr 10, 2005—$57,322
Apr 10, 2004—$53,693
Apr 10, 2003—$49,813
Apr 10, 2002—$46,123
Apr 10, 2001—$42,925
Apr 10, 2000—$40,850
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Local context around this listing
Elgin, IL • Kane County
Nearby neighborhoods
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Nearby zip codes
60120601216012360124
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