Sold688d on marketHistoric · 129 yrs
521 South St
Elgin, IL, 60123 • Near West Elgin • Kane County
$285,521
$184/sqft
3Beds
2Baths
1,552Sqft
0.2 acLot
1897Built
Property DNA
Farmhouse Style
Built 1897 · 129 years of history
Outdoor Living
Porch
1 Fireplace
Wood Burning · Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen · Living Room
2-Car Garage
Asphalt · Garage Door Opener · On Site · Detached · Garage
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is in high demand
Listed 688 days ago · 4 views · Top 1% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
4 views
People checking out this listing
688 days on market
Established listing
$184/sqft
Price per square foot
Selling Soon Prediction
Very HighThis home ranks in the top 1% 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 1897 · Historic
GREAT CURB APPEAL, WRAP AROUND FRONT PORCH AND A REAR PORCH, 3 SPACIOUS BEDROOMS INCLUDING ONE ON THE FIRST FLOOR WITH PRIVATE ACCESS TO A FULL BATH....GREAT EXTENDED FAMILY ARRANGEMENT. LAUNDRY CLOSET IN SPACIOUS KITCHEN, NICE SIZED LIVING ROOM AND DINING ROOM! 2 CAR GARAGE WITH A SIDE PAD FOR A THIRD CAR. THIS HOME HAS MANY FEATURES BUYERS ARE LOOKING FOR TODAY....BETTER SEE IT BEFORE IT'S GONE! MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED...PLEASE SUBMIT OFFERS BY 3 PM SUNDAY 4/21.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights great extended family arrangement, spacious bedrooms, and private access as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,780/month
Principal & Interest$1,400
Property Tax$286
Insurance$95
Down payment20% ($57,104)
3%50%
Est. 6.20% rate · 30yr fixed · $228,417 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1897
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot8,712 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleFarmhouse
Year built1897
Stories2
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionAluminum Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAsphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementUnfinished,Exterior Entry,Full
Fireplaces1
Lot8,712 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodNear West Elgin
Annual tax$5,499
Parcel0614451003
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
15 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
1st Floor Bedroom
In-Law Floorplan
1st Floor Full Bath
Separate Dining Room
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Washer
Dryer
Range Hood
Gas Oven
Gas Water Heater
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Main Level
Gas Dryer Hookup
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen
Living Room
Windows
Screens
Window Treatments
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Asphalt
Garage Door Opener
On Site
Detached
Garage
Construction
Aluminum Siding
Patio & Porch
Porch
Community
Sidewalks
Street Lights
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Other Equipment
TV-Cable
Ceiling Fan(s)
Sump Pump
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second16×15 ft240 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)Window Treatments (All)
Bedroom2
Second12×11 ft132 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)Window Treatments (All)
Bedroom3
Main12×11 ft132 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Window Treatments (All)
Bedroom4
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market688
Est. value$322,600
Est. rent$2,624/mo
Tax rate2.15%
Price/sqft$184
On marketApr 18, 2024
PostedApr 18, 2024
Last sold$285,521
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedMay 21, 2024
Tour days6
Views4
How are the schools in Elgin?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Elgin, IL, 60123
Price history
5 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
May 21, 2024Sold$285,521$184MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 22, 2024Contingent$269,000$173MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 18, 2024Listed For Sale$269,000$173MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 16, 2004Sold$205,000$132Public Record
Mar 15, 2004Sold$120,000$77Public Record
Sold$285,521
May 21, 2024•$184/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$269,000
Apr 22, 2024•$173/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$269,000
Apr 18, 2024•$173/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$205,000
Aug 16, 2004•$132/sqft•Public Record
Sold$120,000
Mar 15, 2004•$77/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2024$6,104$84,274
Apr 10, 2023$5,808$76,135
Apr 10, 2022$5,499$69,422
Apr 10, 2021$5,255$64,905
Apr 10, 2020$5,104$61,962
Apr 10, 2019$4,952$59,022
Apr 10, 2018$4,904$55,602
Apr 10, 2017$4,789$52,564
Apr 10, 2016$5,201$48,765
Apr 10, 2015—$44,698
Apr 10, 2014—$44,146
Apr 10, 2013—$45,310
Apr 10, 2012—$48,941
Apr 10, 2011—$54,786
Apr 10, 2010—$60,638
Apr 10, 2009—$65,007
Apr 10, 2008—$65,007
Apr 10, 2007—$62,918
Apr 10, 2006—$60,388
Apr 10, 2005—$56,707
Apr 10, 2004—$43,116
Apr 10, 2003—$42,984
Apr 10, 2002—$39,800
Apr 10, 2001—$37,040
Apr 10, 2000—$35,249
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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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