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Sold on 06/09/2025
Sharon McDonough of HomeSmart Connect, LLC.
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27 S Melrose Ave, Elgin, IL 60123

$314,000

Last sold 06/09/2025 for $290K

  • 5

    bed

  • 2

    bath

  • 1,469

    Sqft ($197/Sqft)

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About 27 S Melrose Ave

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1925
HOA fee $0/month
Lot size 6,534 Sqft
Movoto estimate
Parking 2 garage spaces
Rental estimate
Property description
Welcome to 27 S. Melrose - A Spacious Home with Endless Potential! Located on Elgin's desirable west side this generously sized 5 bedroom, 2 bath home is packed with major updates and ready for your personal touch. Recent improvements include a new roof, gutters, windows, driveway, stairs, and sidewalk (2021), plus an updated bathroom (2022). Additional upgrades feature a newer water heater, chimney, and garage siding/door. Inside you'll find hardwood flooring under the carpet, a partially finished basement with plenty of storage, a laundry area, and a workshop area-complete with a workbench that stays! All appliances are included. Outdoor highlights include a 13x11 deck, an enclosed front porch, a 6x6 mudroom, and a 5x10 upper-level storage room-ideal for keeping things organized. Conveniently located near I-90, shopping, parks, and public transit, this home offers both space and convenience. Being sold AS-IS. Carpet and paint needed so bring your ideas and make it your own. Professional photos coming Tuesday, 6/10!
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Listing Agent - Sharon McDonough
Listing Office - HomeSmart Connect, LLC.
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MLS#12378073 • last updated 1 year ago
Movoto checked MRED for data 23 minutes ago
Overview
Cooling/AC None
Levels/Style Other
MLS # 12378073
Status Closed
SubType 1.5 Story
Living Area 1469
Type Detached Single
Lot Size (Acres) 0.15
Property Tax $ 4266
Year Built 1925
HOA Fee $ 0, Not Applicable
Interior
# Full Baths 2
Attic Unfinished
Dining Room Separate
Total # of Rooms 8
Flooring Carpet
Accessibility Features Yes
Exterior
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Roof Asphalt
Construction Cedar
# Garage Spaces 2
Other Structures Workshop
Exterior Features Lighting
Lot Desc Less Than 0.25 Acre
Amenities / Utilities
Sewer/ Septic Desc Public Sewer
Water Source Lake Michigan
Other Equipment Ceiling Fan(s)
HOA Fee Includes None
Location
Area Elgin
County Kane
Subdivision Washington Heights
Elementary School Harriet Gifford Elementary Schoo
Elementary School District 46
High School Larkin High School
Middle School District 46
Middle School Abbott Middle School
High School District 46
APN 615409007
$314K
Range: $282K-$345K
Last 30 days 
Rental est.: $17,725/month
Gross rent multiplier: 1.4 - Excellent
  • Jul 2025
    mls logo MLS # 12378073
  • Jul 7, 2025 Sold
    $290,000
  • Jun 10, 2025 Active
    —
  • Jun 6, 2025 Listed
    $289,900
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2024
    $4,570 +7.1%
    $73,100 +10.69%
  • 2023
    $4,266
    $66,041 +9.67%
  • 2022
    $4,268 +5.6%
    $60,218 +6.96%
  • 2021
    $4,042 +3.7%
    $56,300 +4.75%
  • 2020
    $3,899 +3.8%
    $53,747 +4.98%
  • 2019
    $3,754 +9.7%
    $51,198 +12.23%
  • 2018
    $3,422 -99.0%
    $45,617 +5.78%
  • 2017
    $330,407 +7643.6%
    $43,124 +7.79%
  • 2016
    $4,267
    $40,008
  • 27 S Melrose Ave
    $290K
  • Elgin
    —
  • 60123
    $309K 0% y/y
  • Elgin
    $395K -1% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
1170 Van St, Elgin, IL 60123 $294,000 3/2 1,080 0.01
25 S Melrose Ave, Elgin, IL 60123 $257,000 3/1 972 0.01
21 S Melrose Ave, Elgin, IL 60123 $312,000 4/2 1,356 0.02
30 S Melrose Ave, Elgin, IL 60123 $337,000 3/2 1,656 0.03
17 S Melrose Ave, Elgin, IL 60123 $195,000 2/1 924 0.03
51 S Melrose Ave, Elgin, IL 60123 $323,000 3/2 1,698 0.03
26 S Melrose Ave, Elgin, IL 60123 $323,000 3/2 1,392 0.03
30 S Aldine St, Elgin, IL 60123 $295,000 3/2 1,179 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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Harriet Gifford Elementary School
public Grades PK, K-6
School District U-46
1/10
Abbott Middle School
public Grades 7-8
School District U-46
2/10
Larkin High School
public Grades 9-12
School District U-46
Source: GreatSchools.org © 2026. All rights reserved.

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