Sold2d on marketHistoric · 163 yrs
552 Walnut Ave
Elgin, IL, 60123 • Near West Elgin • Kane County
$215,000
$134/sqft
3Beds
1Baths
1,600Sqft
0.25 acLot
1863Built
Property DNA
Character Home
Built 1863 · 163 years of history
1.5-Car Garage
Asphalt · Gravel · Yes · Garage Owned · Attached · Garage
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
2d on Market
Listed Nov 25, 2025
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1863 · Historic
This unique property offers an exceptional opportunity, featuring a spacious home situated on a corner lot with an additional adjacent parcel included (approx. 49' x 107'), offering added space and flexibility. Freshly painted inside and out this home includes three full bedrooms, with two located on the upper level along with a versatile room-perfect for a home office, creative space, or additional storage. The main level features a primary bedroom, a spacious living/dining area with a flexible open layout, and a kitchen with room for a dining table. Large windows throughout the home provide an abundance of natural light. A main-floor breezeway offers convenient access to the attached garage, and the property also features a newer roof, adding value and peace of mind.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights three full bedrooms, corner lot, and spacious home as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,417/month
Principal & Interest$1,130
Property Tax$215
Insurance$72
Down payment20% ($43,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.88% rate · 30yr fixed · $172,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1863
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingNone
Parking1 Attached Garage space
Lot10,807 sqft
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1863
Stories2
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingNone
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionFrame
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAsphalt, Gravel, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Garage1.5 spaces
BasementUnfinished,Full
Lot10,807 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodNear West Elgin
Annual tax$7,935
Parcel0623201013
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
9 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
1st Floor Bedroom
1st Floor Full Bath
Appliances
Range
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
None
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Asphalt
Gravel
Yes
Garage Owned
Attached
Garage
Construction
Frame
Lot Features
Corner Lot
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Main15×11 ft165 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom2
Second15×12 ft180 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom3
Second12×10 ft120 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)
Bedroom4
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market2
Est. value$222,700
Est. rent$2,199/mo
Tax rate2.15%
Price/sqft$134
On marketNov 25, 2025
PostedNov 25, 2025
Last sold$215,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedApr 6, 2026
Tour days6
Views186
Favorites4
How are the schools in Elgin?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Elgin, IL, 60123
Price history
19 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 6, 2026Sold$215,000$134MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 11, 2026Contingent$230,900$144MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jan 17, 2026Price Change$230,900$144MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 16, 2025Price Change$245,000$153MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 25, 2025Listed For Sale$249,900$156MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 25, 2025Listing Removed$242,900$152MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 13, 2025Contingent$242,900$152MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 4, 2025Listed For Sale$242,900$152MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Oct 5, 2025Listing Removed$239,000$149MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 11, 2025Price Change$239,000$149MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 28, 2025Price Change$255,000$159MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 14, 2025Price Change$265,000$166MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 6, 2025Price Change$270,000$169MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 27, 2025Price Change$275,000$172MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 6, 2025Listed For Sale$285,000$178MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Dec 14, 2021Sold$165,000$103MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 18, 2021Contingent$175,000$109MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 12, 2021Price Change$175,000$109MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Nov 1, 2021Listed For Sale$185,000$116MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$215,000
Apr 6, 2026•$134/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$230,900
Feb 11, 2026•$144/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$230,900
Jan 17, 2026•$144/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$245,000
Dec 16, 2025•$153/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$249,900
Nov 25, 2025•$156/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed$242,900
Nov 25, 2025•$152/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$242,900
Nov 13, 2025•$152/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$242,900
Nov 4, 2025•$152/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed$239,000
Oct 5, 2025•$149/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$239,000
Sep 11, 2025•$149/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$255,000
Jul 28, 2025•$159/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$265,000
Jul 14, 2025•$166/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$270,000
Jul 6, 2025•$169/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$275,000
Jun 27, 2025•$172/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$285,000
Jun 6, 2025•$178/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$165,000
Dec 14, 2021•$103/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$175,000
Nov 18, 2021•$109/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$175,000
Nov 12, 2021•$109/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$185,000
Nov 1, 2021•$116/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2024$5,064$63,277
Apr 9, 2023$4,873$57,166
Apr 9, 2022$4,520$52,126
Apr 9, 2021$3,813$48,734
Apr 9, 2020$3,696$46,524
Apr 9, 2019$3,579$44,317
Apr 9, 2018$3,534$41,750
Apr 9, 2017$3,442$39,469
Apr 9, 2016$3,905$36,616
Apr 9, 2015—$33,562
Apr 9, 2014—$33,148
Apr 9, 2013—$34,022
Apr 9, 2012—$39,547
Apr 9, 2011—$44,271
Apr 9, 2010—$48,999
Apr 9, 2009—$52,529
Apr 9, 2008—$52,529
Apr 9, 2007—$50,841
Apr 9, 2006—$48,797
Apr 9, 2005—$45,823
Apr 9, 2004—$42,922
Apr 9, 2003—$39,820
Apr 9, 2002—$36,870
Apr 9, 2001—$34,314
Apr 9, 2000—$32,655
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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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