For Sale50d on marketHistoric · 133 yrs
331 Orange St
Elgin, IL, 60123 • Southwest Elgin • Kane County
$199,000
$89/sqft
Down payment assistance available
3Beds
2Baths
2,226Sqft
0.1 acLot
1893Built
Property DNA
Character Home
Built 1893 · 133 years of history
Outdoor Living
Deck
1-Car Garage
Concrete · Shared Driveway · Yes · Garage Owned · Detached · Garage
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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50 days on market
Established listing
$89/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1893 · Historic
This 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers a functional layout and an excellent opportunity to build equity in today's market, ideal for both investors and first-time buyers ready to make a home their own. The main level features two bedrooms, a full bathroom, and convenient main-floor laundry, creating an easy and practical living setup. The second level includes a loft, an additional bedroom, and a full bathroom, offering flexible space ideal for a primary suite, home office, or guest area. Additional highlights include a 1 car garage and basement space providing ample storage space. For investors, the property presents a clear value-add opportunity with room to renovate, improve, and reposition for resale or long-term rental. Owner-occupants can move in and customize the space over time while building equity. Conveniently located near Downtown Elgin, this home offers easy access to local restaurants, shopping, riverfront trails, and community events. Commuters will appreciate proximity to the Metra Elgin Station and quick access to I-90, making daily travel simple. AS IS sale, no repairs.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights main-floor laundry and functional layout as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,300/month
Principal & Interest$1,035
Property Tax$199
Insurance$66
Down payment20% ($39,800)
3%50%
Est. 6.77% rate · 30yr fixed · $159,200 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1893
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
Parking1 Garage space
Lot4,356 sqft
Days on Zillow50 Days
Price/sqft$89
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1893
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionFrame
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingConcrete, Shared Driveway, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage1 spaces
BasementUnfinished,Partial
Lot4,356 sqft
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodSouthwest Elgin
Annual tax$4,256
Parcel0623279002
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
Features & details
11 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
1st Floor Bedroom
1st Floor Full Bath
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Main Level
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Concrete
Shared Driveway
Yes
Garage Owned
Detached
Garage
Construction
Frame
Patio & Porch
Deck
Other Structures
None
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second15×11 ft165 sqft
Flooring (Carpet)Bathroom (Full)
Bedroom2
Main11×11 ft121 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom3
Main10×9 ft90 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom4
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market50
Tax rate2.15%
Price/sqft$89
On marketFeb 18, 2026
PostedFeb 18, 2026
Last sold$140,000
MLS statusContingent
MLS updatedFeb 24, 2026
Tour days6
Views124
Favorites3
How are the schools in Elgin?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Elgin, IL, 60123
Price history
14 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Feb 24, 2026Contingent$199,000$89MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 18, 2026Listed For Sale$199,000$89MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sep 14, 2017Sold$140,000$63MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jul 21, 2017Pending Sale$144,900$65RE/MAX Horizon
Jul 14, 2017Price Change$144,900$65RE/MAX Horizon
Jun 29, 2017Price Change$149,900$67RE/MAX Horizon
Jun 24, 2017Listed For Sale$154,900$70RE/MAX Horizon
Nov 9, 2011Sold$77,000$35MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 22, 2011Price Change$84,900$38RE/MAX Excels
Feb 26, 2011Listed For Sale$99,900$45RE/MAX Excels
Jan 31, 2011Pending Sale$99,900$45RE/MAX Excels
Sep 14, 2010Listed For Sale$99,900$45RE/MAX Excels
Jun 14, 2007Sold$186,000$84Public Record
Sep 8, 1997Sold$69,000$31Public Record
Contingent$199,000
Feb 24, 2026•$89/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$199,000
Feb 18, 2026•$89/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$140,000
Sep 14, 2017•$63/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$144,900
Jul 21, 2017•$65/sqft•RE/MAX Horizon
Price Change$144,900
Jul 14, 2017•$65/sqft•RE/MAX Horizon
Price Change$149,900
Jun 29, 2017•$67/sqft•RE/MAX Horizon
Listed For Sale$154,900
Jun 24, 2017•$70/sqft•RE/MAX Horizon
Sold$77,000
Nov 9, 2011•$35/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$84,900
Mar 22, 2011•$38/sqft•RE/MAX Excels
Listed For Sale$99,900
Feb 26, 2011•$45/sqft•RE/MAX Excels
Pending Sale$99,900
Jan 31, 2011•$45/sqft•RE/MAX Excels
Listed For Sale$99,900
Sep 14, 2010•$45/sqft•RE/MAX Excels
Sold$186,000
Jun 14, 2007•$84/sqft•Public Record
Sold$69,000
Sep 8, 1997•$31/sqft•Public Record
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2024$4,256$61,184
Apr 10, 2023$4,030$55,275
Apr 10, 2022$3,850$50,401
Apr 10, 2021$3,669$47,122
Apr 10, 2020$3,556$44,985
Apr 10, 2019$3,442$42,851
Apr 10, 2018$3,120$37,559
Apr 10, 2017$3,035$35,507
Apr 10, 2016$3,513$32,941
Apr 10, 2015—$30,194
Apr 10, 2014—$29,822
Apr 10, 2013—$30,609
Apr 10, 2012—$38,965
Apr 10, 2011—$43,620
Apr 10, 2010—$52,701
Apr 10, 2009—$56,497
Apr 10, 2008—$56,497
Apr 10, 2007—$54,682
Apr 10, 2006—$52,483
Apr 10, 2005—$49,284
Apr 10, 2004—$46,164
Apr 10, 2003—$42,827
Apr 10, 2002—$39,655
Apr 10, 2001—$36,906
Apr 10, 2000—$35,122
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Elgin, IL • Kane County
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Nearby zip codes
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