Sold107d on marketHistoric · 106 yrs
826 Kate St
Elgin, IL, 60123 • Southwest Elgin • Kane County
$299,900
$143/sqft
4Beds
2Baths
2,094Sqft
0.2 acLot
1920Built
Property DNA
Character Home
Built 1920 · 106 years of history
3-Car Garage
Asphalt · Garage Door Opener · Yes · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
This home is in high demand
Listed 107 days ago · 7 views · Top 2% likely to sell soon
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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107 days on market
Established listing
$143/sqft
Price per square foot
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Very HighThis home ranks in the top 2% 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 1920 · Historic
Welcome home to this inviting 4 bedroom, 2 bath bungalow filled with character and space. A sun-drenched front porch welcomes you inside to a spacious formal living and dining room, perfect for entertaining or everyday comfort. The updated kitchen features granite countertops and stainless steel appliances. The main floor offers two generously sized bedrooms and a full bath. The second level includes two additional bedrooms, a full bath, extra storage closets, and a convenient loft-area closet, ideal for organization or hobby space. A full unfinished basement provides incredible potential for additional living space, a workshop, or expanded storage, and includes a utility/laundry room. Basement walls have been lime-washed, and a French drain has been installed on the west (driveway) side for peace of mind. Car enthusiasts or hobbyists will love the impressive 3+ car garage, offering abundant room for vehicles, tools, toys, or a dream workshop setup. Recent updates include: Nest thermostat, water heater (2023) furnace and air conditioning (2000). Located on Elgin's desirable west side, this charming home offers space, character, and a fantastic garage-don't miss your chance to make it yours!
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,870/month
Principal & Interest$1,470
Property Tax$300
Insurance$100
Down payment20% ($59,980)
3%50%
Est. 6.20% rate · 30yr fixed · $239,920 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1920
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
Parking3 Garage spaces
Lot8,712 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1920
Stories2
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionAluminum Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAsphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage3 spaces
BasementUnfinished,Full
Lot8,712 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodSouthwest Elgin
Annual tax$6,053
Parcel0623105014
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
12 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
1st Floor Bedroom
1st Floor Full Bath
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Flooring
Laminate
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Windows
Screens
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Asphalt
Garage Door Opener
Yes
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Aluminum Siding
Community
Curbs
Sidewalks
Street Lights
Street Paved
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Other Equipment
Ceiling Fan(s)
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second22×10 ft220 sqft
Flooring (Wood Laminate)Window Treatments (Blinds)
Bedroom2
Second12×10 ft120 sqft
Flooring (Wood Laminate)Window Treatments (Blinds)
Bedroom3
Main12×10 ft120 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)Window Treatments (Blinds)
Bedroom4
Main10×9 ft90 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)Window Treatments (Blinds)
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market107
Est. value$305,100
Est. rent$2,936/mo
Tax rate2.15%
Price/sqft$143
On marketNov 15, 2025
PostedNov 15, 2025
Last sold$299,900
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedJan 17, 2026
Tour days6
Views7
How are the schools in Elgin?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Elgin, IL, 60123
Price history
17 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Dec 23, 2025Sold$299,900$143MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 20, 2025Contingent$299,900$143MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 15, 2025Listed For Sale$299,900$143MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
May 24, 2019Sold$220,000$105MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 30, 2019Pending Sale$229,000$109Pinnacle Power Brokers
Apr 25, 2019Listed For Sale$229,000$109Pinnacle Power Brokers
Aug 21, 2015Sold$165,000$79Public Record
Apr 13, 2015Listing Removed$89,900$43Realty Executives Broker of Record
Apr 8, 2015Pending Sale$89,900$43Realty Executives Broker of Record
Apr 8, 2015Listed For Sale$89,900$43Realty Executives Broker of Record
Feb 3, 2015Sold$90,500$43Public Record
Jan 24, 2015Pending Sale$89,900$43Realty Executives Cornerstone
Jan 8, 2015Price Change$89,900$43Realty Executives Cornerstone
Dec 11, 2014Price Change$104,900$50Realty Executives Cornerstone
Jun 27, 2014Pending Sale$158,000$75Kettley Homes
Oct 13, 2013Listed For Sale$158,000$75Kettley Homes
Oct 1, 1999Sold$137,500$66Public Record
Sold$299,900
Dec 23, 2025•$143/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$299,900
Nov 20, 2025•$143/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$299,900
Nov 15, 2025•$143/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$220,000
May 24, 2019•$105/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$229,000
Apr 30, 2019•$109/sqft•Pinnacle Power Brokers
Listed For Sale$229,000
Apr 25, 2019•$109/sqft•Pinnacle Power Brokers
Sold$165,000
Aug 21, 2015•$79/sqft•Public Record
Listing Removed$89,900
Apr 13, 2015•$43/sqft•Realty Executives Broker of Record
Pending Sale$89,900
Apr 8, 2015•$43/sqft•Realty Executives Broker of Record
Listed For Sale$89,900
Apr 8, 2015•$43/sqft•Realty Executives Broker of Record
Sold$90,500
Feb 3, 2015•$43/sqft•Public Record
Pending Sale$89,900
Jan 24, 2015•$43/sqft•Realty Executives Cornerstone
Price Change$89,900
Jan 8, 2015•$43/sqft•Realty Executives Cornerstone
Price Change$104,900
Dec 11, 2014•$50/sqft•Realty Executives Cornerstone
Pending Sale$158,000
Jun 27, 2014•$75/sqft•Kettley Homes
Listed For Sale$158,000
Oct 13, 2013•$75/sqft•Kettley Homes
Sold$137,500
Oct 1, 1999•$66/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2024$6,054$83,648
Apr 10, 2023$5,760$75,570
Apr 10, 2022$5,455$68,907
Apr 10, 2021$5,212$64,423
Apr 10, 2020$5,062$61,502
Apr 10, 2019$4,911$58,585
Apr 10, 2018$4,863$55,191
Apr 10, 2017$4,749$52,175
Apr 10, 2016$5,162$48,404
Apr 10, 2015—$44,366
Apr 10, 2014—$43,818
Apr 10, 2013—$44,974
Apr 10, 2012—$48,579
Apr 10, 2011—$54,382
Apr 10, 2010—$60,190
Apr 10, 2009—$64,526
Apr 10, 2008—$64,526
Apr 10, 2007—$62,452
Apr 10, 2006—$59,941
Apr 10, 2005—$56,288
Apr 10, 2004—$52,723
Apr 10, 2003—$48,913
Apr 10, 2002—$45,290
Apr 10, 2001—$42,150
Apr 10, 2000—$48,005
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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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