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Sold on 10/21/2018
Matthew Lysien of Suburban Life Realty, Ltd

227 N Porter St, Elgin, IL 60120

$315,000

Last sold 10/21/2018 for $189K

  • 4

    bed

  • 2

    bath

  • 1,900

    Sqft ($99/Sqft)

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About 227 N Porter St

Property type House
Year built 1892
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 9,148 Sqft
Movoto estimate
Parking 2 garage spaces
Property description
GORGEOUS PAINTED LADY ON A CORNER LOT IN PRIME ELGIN LOCATION!! This 4 BR, 2 FULL BATH home is oozing with character from top to bottom! Beautiful woodwork throughout the home including trim, original/restored doors and antique fixtures! Huge kitchen with updated cabinetry, counter tops, and flooring. Nicely updated full bathrooms on both levels. Electric and plumbing have also been updated. Generously sized two car detached garage provides tons of storage. Come sit in your enclosed front porch while enjoying a cup of coffee or tea. Property features a lovely yard on a corner lot with mature trees and professional landscaping! If you were looking for your perfect home with the white picket fence, this is it! Don't forget to check out the 3D tour of this amazing home! Schedule your showing today!
Listed by
Listing Agent - Matthew Lysien
Listing Office - Suburban Life Realty, Ltd
Source: MRED mls logo
MLS#10115694 • last updated 7 years ago
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Overview
Cooling/AC Central Air
Heating Gas, Forced Air
Levels/Style Victorian
MLS # 10115694
Type Detached Single
SqFt 1900
Property Tax $ 4498.3
Master HOA Fee No
Year Built 1892
HOA Fee Not Applicable
Interior
Basement Unfinished, Full
Total # of Rooms 8
Other Room(s) Den
Accessibility Features No
Appliances Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior Features Hardwood Floors
Exterior
Exterior Features Balcony, Porch
Exterior Cedar
Roof Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
Parking Desc Garage
# Parking Spaces 2
Garage Desc Detached, Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
Lot Desc Less Than 0.25 Acre, Corner, Fenced Yard
Amenities / Utilities
Sewer/ Septic Desc Sewer-Public
Water Source Public
Location
Community Features Curbs/Gutters, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
County Kane
Middle School ELLIS MIDDLE SCHOOL
High School District 46
Elementary School District 46
Middle School District 46
High School ELGIN HIGH SCHOOL
Directions Liberty St To Park St W To Porter St N To Home
APN 613211001
$315K
Range: $280K-$349K
Last 30 days 
  • Jan 2019
    Public Records
  • Jan 7, 2019 Sold
    $189,000
  • Dec 2018
    mls logo MLS # 10115694
  • Dec 17, 2018 Sold
    $189,000
  • Oct 22, 2018 Active
    —
  • Oct 18, 2018 Listed
    $189,000
  • Oct 2018
    mls logo MLS # 10000284
  • Oct 18, 2018 Canceled
    —
  • Sep 5, 2018 Pending
    —
  • Aug 23, 2018 Price Change
    $189,000 (-2.8%)
  • Aug 2, 2018 Listed
    $194,500 (-2.5%)
  • Jul 25, 2018 Active
    —
  • Jun 27, 2018 Listed
    $199,500 (+22.4%)
  • Feb 2001
    Public Records
  • Feb 27, 2001 Sold
    $163,000
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2024
    $5,626 +6.5%
    $86,306 +10.69%
  • 2023
    $5,283 +1.4%
    $77,971 +9.67%
  • 2022
    $5,211 +5.3%
    $71,096 +6.96%
  • 2021
    $4,949 +8.5%
    $66,469 +8.95%
  • 2020
    $4,561 -6.3%
    $61,010 +4.98%
  • 2019
    $4,867 -6.4%
    $58,116 +10.47%
  • 2018
    $5,201 -98.8%
    $52,610 +5.78%
  • 2017
    $449,830 +9041.1%
    $49,735 +7.79%
  • 2016
    $4,921
    $46,141
  • 227 N Porter St
    $189K
  • —
  • 60120
    $300K 0% y/y
  • Elgin
    $379K -2% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
223 N Porter St, Elgin, IL 60120 $308,000 3/2 1,931 0.01
253 N Porter St, Elgin, IL 60120 $261,000 2/1 1,431 0.02
567 Addison St, Elgin, IL 60120 $118,000 3/2 1,533 0.02
215 N Porter St, Elgin, IL 60120 $312,000 3/2 1,924 0.03
558 Addison St, Elgin, IL 60120 $262,000 3/1 1,008 0.03
226 N Porter St, Elgin, IL 60120 $304,000 4/1 1,758 0.03
564 Addison St, Elgin, IL 60120 $316,000 3/1 1,193 0.03
569 Addison St, Elgin, IL 60120 $228,000 3/1 1,284 0.03

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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3/10
Ronald D O'Neal Elementary School
public Grades K-6
School District U-46
2/10
Larsen Middle School
public Grades 7-8
School District U-46
3/10
Elgin High School
public Grades 9-12
School District U-46
Source: GreatSchools.org © 2026. All rights reserved.

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