Sold639d on marketHistoric · 103 yrs
2 S Melrose Ave
Elgin, IL, 60123 • 60123 • Kane County
$322,000
$199/sqft
3Beds
2Baths
1,615Sqft
0.16 acLot
1923Built
Property DNA
Character Home
Built 1923 · 103 years of history
Outdoor Living
Patio
1 Fireplace
Cozy heat source
2-Car Garage
Concrete · Garage Door Opener · On Site · Detached · Garage
This home is in high demand
Listed 639 days ago · 6 views · Top 1% likely to sell soon
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639 days on market
Established listing
$199/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1923 · Historic
**UNDER CONTRACT. OPEN VIEWING FOR SATURDAY/SUNDAY HAS BEEN CANCELED** Welcome to this beautifully updated 3-bedroom, 2 full bath home in the sought-after Ashington Heights neighborhood of Elgin. This turnkey gem features a large enclosed front porch, perfect for morning coffee or evening relaxation. Inside you'll enjoy modern finishes throughout every room, including a spacious living area and open floor plan great for entertaining family and friends. Three generously sized bedrooms, along with an office and full bath are located upstairs. The partially finished basement offers additional living space or a flex room, with two more rooms not photographed providing tons of storage! Step outside to a large, fenced-in yard, ideal for outdoor entertaining and activities. The 2.5 car garage with loft storage offers plenty of room for your vehicles and lawn equipment. This home combines comfort, convenience, and style in a great location, close to schools, parks, and local amenities. Don't miss out on making this lovely property your new home. Schedule your showing today! Recent updates include - Interior paint 2024, Roof 2023, Hot water heater 2023, Fence 2023, Upstairs bath renovated 2022, A/C 2017, 15x15 Paver patio 2017, Kitchen rehab 2016, SS appliances 2016, first floor bath rehab 2016, Furnace 2015, Windows 2014.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights flex room, open floor plan, and kitchen rehab as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$2,008/month
Principal & Interest$1,578
Property Tax$322
Insurance$107
Down payment20% ($64,400)
3%50%
Est. 6.20% rate · 30yr fixed · $257,600 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1923
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Garage spaces
Lot6,916 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1923
Stories2
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionCedar
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingConcrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Detached, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementFinished,Partial
Fireplaces1
Lot6,916 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60123
Annual tax$5,251
Parcel0615408009
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
9 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Windows
Screens
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Concrete
Garage Door Opener
On Site
Detached
Garage
Construction
Cedar
Patio & Porch
Patio
Community
Park
Curbs
Sidewalks
Street Lights
Street Paved
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second13×13 ft169 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Bathroom (Full)
Bedroom2
Second12×8 ft96 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom3
Second13×10 ft130 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom4
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market639
Est. value$351,700
Est. rent$2,515/mo
Tax rate2.15%
Price/sqft$199
On marketJun 5, 2024
PostedJun 5, 2024
Last sold$322,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedJul 9, 2024
Tour days6
Views6
How are the schools in Elgin?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Elgin, IL, 60123
Price history
11 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Jul 9, 2024Sold$322,000$199MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 7, 2024Contingent$299,000$185MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 5, 2024Listed For Sale$299,000$185MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 3, 2017Sold$190,800$118MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 29, 2016Pending Sale$199,900$124RE/MAX Horizon
Dec 22, 2016Listed For Sale$199,900$124RE/MAX Horizon
Dec 7, 2016Sold$135,000$84Public Record
Oct 7, 2016Price Change$154,900$96RE/MAX Horizon
Sep 13, 2016Price Change$159,900$99RE/MAX Horizon
Sep 7, 2016Listed For Sale$165,900$103RE/MAX Horizon
Nov 1, 2006Sold$70,000$43Public Record
Sold$322,000
Jul 9, 2024•$199/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$299,000
Jun 7, 2024•$185/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$299,000
Jun 5, 2024•$185/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$190,800
Feb 3, 2017•$118/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$199,900
Dec 29, 2016•$124/sqft•RE/MAX Horizon
Listed For Sale$199,900
Dec 22, 2016•$124/sqft•RE/MAX Horizon
Sold$135,000
Dec 7, 2016•$84/sqft•Public Record
Price Change$154,900
Oct 7, 2016•$96/sqft•RE/MAX Horizon
Price Change$159,900
Sep 13, 2016•$99/sqft•RE/MAX Horizon
Listed For Sale$165,900
Sep 7, 2016•$103/sqft•RE/MAX Horizon
Sold$70,000
Nov 1, 2006•$43/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2024$5,826$80,797
Apr 10, 2023$5,540$72,994
Apr 10, 2022$5,251$66,558
Apr 10, 2021$4,981$62,227
Apr 10, 2020$4,836$59,405
Apr 10, 2019$4,691$56,587
Apr 10, 2018$4,643$53,308
Apr 10, 2017$5,150$50,070
Apr 10, 2016$4,954$46,452
Apr 10, 2015—$42,577
Apr 10, 2014—$42,051
Apr 10, 2013—$43,160
Apr 10, 2012—$46,619
Apr 10, 2011—$52,188
Apr 10, 2010—$57,762
Apr 10, 2009—$61,923
Apr 10, 2008—$61,923
Apr 10, 2007—$59,933
Apr 10, 2006—$57,523
Apr 10, 2005—$54,017
Apr 10, 2004—$50,597
Apr 10, 2003—$44,445
Apr 10, 2002—$41,153
Apr 10, 2001—$38,300
Apr 10, 2000—$36,448
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Local context around this listing
Elgin, IL • Kane County
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Nearby zip codes
60120601216012360124
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