Sold979d on marketHistoric · 98 yrs
12 S Melrose Ave
Elgin, IL, 60123 • 60123 • Kane County
$260,000
$204/sqft
3Beds
2Baths
1,275Sqft
0.15 acLot
1928Built
Property DNA
Bungalow Style
Built 1928 · 98 years of history
Outdoor Living
Deck
1-Car Garage
Concrete · No Garage · On Site · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is in high demand
Listed 979 days ago · 2 views · Top 1% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
2 views
People checking out this listing
979 days on market
Established listing
$204/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 1928 · Historic
ALL AMERICAN BUNGALOW enjoyed by current owners for 40 years! Separate living & dining rooms, w/built-in corner china cabinet in dining room. Attractive oak kitchen w/hardwood floor! Two 1st floor bedrooms, each w/hardwood floors, separated by full bathroom! Huge 2nd floor BR w/excellent side storage compartments can easily be separated to serve as 3rd & 4th bedrooms! Efficient Intertherm "soft heat" on 2nd floor! Wonderful finished basement features large family/rec rm w/acoustical tile ceiling & recessed perimeter lighting, bar, gaming area & shower bath w/newer tile floor! Nice laundry & storage rooms too! Updated wiring w/200 amp service & new copper plumbing! Good mechanicals. Dual pane windows plus storms & screens! Relax on covered front porch or one of 2 expansive rear decks! Original detached garage has been extended for extra space. Attractive yard w/loads of perennials! Some furniture will stay.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights attractive yard, gaming area, and nice laundry as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,621/month
Principal & Interest$1,274
Property Tax$260
Insurance$87
Down payment20% ($52,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.20% rate · 30yr fixed · $208,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1928
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air, Wall Unit(s)
Parking1 Garage space
Lot6,600 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleBungalow
Year built1928
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air, Wall Unit(s)
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionAluminum Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingConcrete, No Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage1 spaces
BasementPartially Finished,Full
Lot6,600 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60123
Annual tax$4,544
Parcel0615408011
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
12 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
1st Floor Bedroom
1st Floor Full Bath
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Disposal
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Wall Unit(s)
Windows
Screens
Accessibility
Two or More Access Exits
Main Level Entry
Wheelchair Adaptable
Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Concrete
No Garage
On Site
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Aluminum Siding
Patio & Porch
Deck
Community
Sidewalks
Street Lights
Other Equipment
Ceiling Fan(s)
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Main12×11 ft132 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Window Treatments (Blinds)
Bedroom2
Main13×9 ft117 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Window Treatments (Blinds)
Bedroom3
Second25×13 ft325 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom4
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market979
Est. value$307,700
Est. rent$2,450/mo
Tax rate2.15%
Price/sqft$204
On marketJun 23, 2023
PostedJun 23, 2023
Last sold$260,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedAug 9, 2023
Tour days6
Views2
How are the schools in Elgin?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Elgin, IL, 60123
Price history
3 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Aug 4, 2023Sold$260,000$204MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 27, 2023Contingent$249,900$196MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 23, 2023Listed For Sale$249,900$196MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$260,000
Aug 4, 2023•$204/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$249,900
Jun 27, 2023•$196/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$249,900
Jun 23, 2023•$196/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2024$4,452$63,624
Apr 10, 2023$4,900$57,480
Apr 10, 2022$4,545$52,412
Apr 10, 2021$4,372$49,002
Apr 10, 2020$2,825$46,780
Apr 10, 2019$2,893$44,561
Apr 10, 2018$3,063$41,979
Apr 10, 2017$2,950$39,685
Apr 10, 2016$3,927$36,817
Apr 10, 2015—$33,746
Apr 10, 2014—$33,329
Apr 10, 2013—$34,208
Apr 10, 2012—$39,378
Apr 10, 2011—$44,081
Apr 10, 2010—$48,789
Apr 10, 2009—$52,304
Apr 10, 2008—$52,304
Apr 10, 2007—$50,623
Apr 10, 2006—$48,587
Apr 10, 2005—$45,626
Apr 10, 2004—$42,737
Apr 10, 2003—$39,648
Apr 10, 2002—$36,711
Apr 10, 2001—$34,166
Apr 10, 2000—$32,514
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Elgin, IL • Kane County
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Nearby zip codes
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