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Sold on 09/08/2024
Sarah Leonard of Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company, LLC

427 Du Page St, Elgin, IL 60120

$359,000

Last sold 09/08/2024 after 48 Hours

  • 4

    bed

  • 2

    bath

  • 1,929

    Sqft ($186/Sqft)

House not for sale

About 427 Du Page St

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1930
HOA fee $0/month
Parking 1 garage spaces
Property description
Charming Cotswold English cottage nestled in the heart of Elgin's renowned Historic District. This home seamlessly blends timeless elegance with modern comforts. This home showcases beautiful architectural design both inside and out, including, rusticated masonry brick, rough stone coining, and a slate roof. Inside, you will love the arched doorways and stunning woodwork throughout. The spacious living room features wood ceiling beams, gas/wood burning fireplace, refinished hardwood flooring, and custom built-in bookshelves. Sitting room with French doors and crown molding adds even more living/entertaining space. The updated kitchen boasts 42 inch cherry cabinets with crown molding, stainless steel appliances, tile backsplash, built-in pantry, and a quaint breakfast nook. The formal dining room is perfect for entertaining. There is also a convenient main floor powder room that has been updated. Upstairs includes 4 bedrooms, including access to the balcony overlooking the picturesque backyard and pond. There is also a completely updated bathroom with wainscoting and custom tiled shower. So many updates: All knob and tube wiring has been replaced 3 years ago, 3 zoned AC was added, sewer cleaned out from house to street, furnace (2023- radiators are decorative only), plumbing pipes replaced with copper, windows new (upstairs, basement, and door) and fence (2024) . Situated in a vibrant historic district, you'll enjoy proximity to Elgin's quaint shops, restaurants, and entertainment. Don't miss your chance to own this unique cottage home with both history and elegance!
Listed by
Listing Agent - Sarah Leonard
Listing Office - Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company, LLC
Source: MRED mls logo
MLS#12152538 • last updated 1 year ago
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Overview
Cooling/AC Window/Wall Units - 2
Heating Steam
Levels/Style English
MLS # 12152538
Status Closed
SubType 2 Stories
Living Area 1929
Type Detached Single
Property Tax $ 6444
Year Built 1930
HOA Fee $ 0, Not Applicable
Interior
# Full Baths 1
Bath Desc Soaking Tub
# Half Baths 1
Basement Full, Unfinished
Dining Room Separate
Total # of Rooms 9
Laundry In Unit
Accessibility Features No
# Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Gas Starter, Living Room
Exterior
Roof Slate
Exterior Brick
Garage Desc Garage Door Opener(s), Attached
# Garage Spaces 1
Driveway Desc Concrete
Parking Desc Garage
Other Structures None
Lot Desc Less Than 0.25 Acre
Amenities / Utilities
Electricity Circuit Breakers
Sewer/ Septic Desc Public Sewer
Water Source Public
HOA Fee Includes None
Location
Area Elgin
County Kane
Subdivision James T Giffords
Elementary School Channing Memorial Elementary Sch
Elementary School District 46
High School Elgin High School
Middle School District 46
Middle School Ellis Middle School
High School District 46
APN 613330005
We are not permitted to show value estimates for this property.
  • Oct 2024
    Public Records
  • Oct 24, 2024 Sold
    $359,000
  • Oct 2024
    mls logo MLS # 12152538
  • Oct 21, 2024 Sold
    $359,000
  • Sep 9, 2024 Active
    —
  • Sep 6, 2024 Listed
    $359,000 (+82.2%)
  • Apr 2017
    Public Records
  • Apr 27, 2017 Sold
    $197,000
  • Apr 2017
    mls logo MLS # 09520691
  • Apr 24, 2017 Sold
    $197,000 (-1.5%)
  • Mar 8, 2017 Contingent
    —
  • Mar 3, 2017 Listed
    $199,900
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2024
    $6,765 +5.0%
    $92,533 +10.69%
  • 2023
    $6,444 +4.3%
    $83,597 +9.67%
  • 2022
    $6,181 +6.1%
    $76,226 +6.96%
  • 2021
    $5,823 +2.9%
    $71,266 +4.75%
  • 2020
    $5,658 +3.0%
    $68,034 +4.98%
  • 2019
    $5,492 +15.9%
    $64,807 +20.16%
  • 2018
    $4,739 -99.0%
    $53,934 +5.78%
  • 2017
    $462,708 +9072.0%
    $50,987 +7.79%
  • 2016
    $5,045
    $47,302
  • 427 Du Page St
    $359K
  • Gifford Park
    $325K +20% y/y
  • 60120
    $300K 0% y/y
  • Elgin
    $389K 0% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
433 Du Page St, Elgin, IL 60120 $435,000 5/3 2,936 0.01
419 Du Page St, Elgin, IL 60120 $402,000 3/2 2,402 0.01
415 Du Page St, Elgin, IL 60120 $411,000 4/2 2,894 0.03
439-41 Dupage St, Elgin, IL 60120 $319,000 4/2 2,072 0.03
424 Du Page St, Elgin, IL 60120 $340,000 4/1 1,624 0.03
428 Du Page St, Elgin, IL 60120 $320,000 4/1 1,652 0.03
418 Du Page St, Elgin, IL 60120 $306,000 6/2 2,320 0.03
428 Fulton St, Elgin, IL 60120 $367,000 5/2 2,252 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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