Sold237d on marketHistoric · 126 yrs
478 Barrett St
Elgin, IL, 60120 • 60120 • Kane County
$295,000
4Beds
2Baths
0.13 acLot
1900Built
Property DNA
Character Home
Built 1900 · 126 years of history
Outdoor Living
Porch
3-Car Garage
Garage · On Site · Garage Owned · Detached
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About this home
Multi Family · Built 1900 · Historic
Great Investment Opportunity - Two-Unit Property in Prime Location! Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to own a well-maintained 2-flat just minutes from the shopping and dining conveniences of Summit and Route 58, with easy access to I-90 for a smooth commute. This two-story property features two separate units, each with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom, and separate utilities for added convenience and investment potential. Lower-level unit offers beautiful hardwood floors, abundant natural light from large windows, and a spacious kitchen with ample cabinet space. Upper-level unit also features hardwood flooring and a comfortable, functional layout. Outside, enjoy a three-car garage and a long driveway providing plenty of off-street parking. Whether you're looking to live in one unit and rent the other, or rent both for income, this property offers plenty of potential! Schedule your showing today and explore the possibilities this investment property has to offer!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights three-car garage, abundant natural light, and plenty of off-street parking as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,839/month
Principal & Interest$1,446
Property Tax$295
Insurance$98
Down payment20% ($59,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.20% rate · 30yr fixed · $236,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeMulti Family
Year Built1900
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
Parking3 Garage spaces
Property
Home typeMulti Family
Sub-typeMulti Family
Year built1900
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionFrame
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingGarage, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached
Garage3 spaces
BasementUnfinished,Full
Lot5,662 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60120
ZoningLNC
Annual tax$4,481
Parcel0613454006
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
8 categories of property features
Interior Features
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Exterior Features
Parking
Garage
On Site
Garage Owned
Detached
Construction
Frame
Patio & Porch
Porch
Lot Features
Dimensions to Center of Road
Community
Curbs
Sidewalks
Street Lights
Street Paved
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Other Equipment
Ceiling Fan(s)
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market237
Est. value$303,300
Est. rent$2,178/mo
Tax rate2.15%
On marketJun 9, 2025
PostedJun 9, 2025
Last sold$295,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedAug 20, 2025
Tour days6
Views6
How are the schools in Elgin?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Elgin, IL, 60120
Price history
15 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Aug 15, 2025Sold$295,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 30, 2025Contingent$300,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 9, 2025Listed For Sale$300,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 20, 2017Sold$135,000—MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 22, 2017Pending Sale$144,500—Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Mar 11, 2017Price Change$144,500—Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Feb 18, 2017Price Change$159,554—Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Feb 11, 2017Listed For Sale$164,500—Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Jan 6, 2017Listing Removed$143,500—Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Dec 28, 2016Listed For Sale$143,500—Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Dec 20, 2016Pending Sale$143,500—Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Oct 6, 2016Price Change$143,500—Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Aug 19, 2016Price Change$143,900—Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Jul 20, 2016Listed For Sale$144,900—Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Apr 20, 1998Sold$116,500—Public Record
Sold$295,000
Aug 15, 2025•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$300,000
Jun 30, 2025•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$300,000
Jun 9, 2025•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$135,000
Apr 20, 2017•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$144,500
Mar 22, 2017•Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Price Change$144,500
Mar 11, 2017•Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Price Change$159,554
Feb 18, 2017•Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Listed For Sale$164,500
Feb 11, 2017•Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Listing Removed$143,500
Jan 6, 2017•Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Listed For Sale$143,500
Dec 28, 2016•Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Pending Sale$143,500
Dec 20, 2016•Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Price Change$143,500
Oct 6, 2016•Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Price Change$143,900
Aug 19, 2016•Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Listed For Sale$144,900
Jul 20, 2016•Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Sold$116,500
Apr 20, 1998•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2024$4,724$67,034
Apr 10, 2023$4,481$60,560
Apr 10, 2022$3,918$51,184
Apr 10, 2021$3,734$47,854
Apr 10, 2020$3,619$45,684
Apr 10, 2019$3,504$43,517
Apr 10, 2018$3,460$40,996
Apr 10, 2017$3,986$38,756
Apr 10, 2016$3,835$35,955
Apr 10, 2015—$32,956
Apr 10, 2014—$32,549
Apr 10, 2013—$33,408
Apr 10, 2012—$41,106
Apr 10, 2011—$56,460
Apr 10, 2010—$62,491
Apr 10, 2009—$66,993
Apr 10, 2008—$66,993
Apr 10, 2007—$64,840
Apr 10, 2006—$60,128
Apr 10, 2005—$56,463
Apr 10, 2004—$52,888
Apr 10, 2003—$49,065
Apr 10, 2002—$45,431
Apr 10, 2001—$42,281
Apr 10, 2000—$40,237
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Elgin, IL • Kane County
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Nearby zip codes
60120601216012360124
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