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Exterior
Entry Way
Other
Kitchen
Bedroom
Bath

491 Congdon Ave, Elgin, IL 60120

$182,000

Last sold 04/28/2026 after 18 Days

1
bed
1
bath
546
Sqft ($333/Sqft)

House not for sale

About 491 Congdon Ave

Property type House

Neighborhood

Year built 1930

HOA fee $0/month

Lot size 3,485 Sqft

Property description

Small in size, but BIG on charm! An efficient floor plan blends charm and function and features classic upgrades like hardwood floors, shiplap, wainscoting, reclaimed wood shelves, newer windows, etc. Enclosed porch with vintage windows and built-in storage leads to spacious rooms. The fully updated and applianced kitchen boasts newer cabinets and counters, open custom shelving made from reclaimed wood, ceramic floors, and custom backsplashes. Adorable full bathroom updated for today with a vintage vibe: Victorian hex mosaic ceramic flooring, a cast iron tub, convenient medicine cabinet, and wainscoting! Full, dry basement!! Want space for your pet or a garden? Fenced backyard boasts perennials and a 10x8 storage shed. Great north-end location close to schools & I-90 access. Excellent alternative to condo living! What a dollhouse! New living room and kitchen windows 2024.

Listed by

Listing Agent - Gina Swanson

Listing Office - RE/MAX All Pro - St Charles

Source: MRED

MLS#12549818 • last updated 3 months ago

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Overview
Cooling/AC	Wall Unit(s)
MLS #	12549818
Virtual Tour	N/A
Status	Closed
SubType	1 Story
Living Area	546
Type	Detached Single
Lot Size (Acres)	0.08
Property Tax $	2765
Year Built	1930
HOA Fee $	0, Not Applicable

Interior
# Full Baths	1
Add'l Room(s)	Enclosed Porch
Dining Room	None
Total # of Rooms	3
Accessibility Features	No

Exterior
Foundation	Concrete Perimeter
Roof	Asphalt
Construction	Vinyl Siding
Fencing	Fenced
Other Structures	Shed(s)
Lot Desc	Less Than 0.25 Acre

Amenities / Utilities
Sewer/ Septic Desc	Public Sewer
Water Source	Public
HOA Fee Includes	None

Location
Area	Elgin
County	Kane
Community Features	Sidewalks
Elementary School District	46
Middle School District	46
High School District	46
APN	612210013

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May 2026
MLS # 12549818
May 29, 2026 Sold
$182,000 (+4.0%)
Apr 29, 2026 Active
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Apr 22, 2026 Listed
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Apr 15, 2026 Active
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Apr 10, 2026 Listed
$175,000 (+141.4%)
Jun 2019
Public Records
Jun 20, 2019 Sold
$72,500 (+133.9%)
Nov 2012
MLS # 08158452
Nov 9, 2012 Sold
$31,000
Sep 12, 2012 Listed
$31,000 (-55.7%)
May 2011
MLS # 07486109
May 6, 2011 Expired
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Mar 31, 2010 Listed
$69,900

Year Property taxes Tax assessment
2024
$2,765 +6.6%

$42,547 +10.69%
2023
$2,595 +3.0%

$38,438 +9.67%
2022
$2,519 +5.5%

$35,049 +6.96%
2021
$2,388 +3.6%

$32,768 +4.75%
2020
$2,306 +3.7%

$31,282 +4.98%
2019
$2,223 +6.1%

$29,798 +9.59%
2018
$2,095 -99.0%

$27,191 +5.78%
2017
$202,673 +7868.6%

$25,705 +7.79%
2016
$2,543

$23,848

491 Congdon Ave
$182K
Northeast Elgin
$349K +19% y/y
60120
$315K +5% y/y
Elgin
$395K -1% y/y

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Statistics calculated by Movoto

	Est. value	Bed/bath	Sqft	mi
1054 Hill Ave, Elgin, IL 60120	$234,000	2/1	960	0.01
1040 Hill Ave, Elgin, IL 60120	$230,000	2/1	948	0.02
481 Congdon Ave, Elgin, IL 60120	$299,000	2/1	1,408	0.02
1038 Hill Ave, Elgin, IL 60120	$304,000	3/2	1,236	0.02
1047 Duncan Ave, Elgin, IL 60120	$370,000	3/2	1,890	0.02
1043 Duncan Ave, Elgin, IL 60120	$273,000	3/2	1,176	0.03
1100 Hill Ave, Elgin, IL 60120	$285,000	3/1	1,198	0.03
1036 Hill Ave, Elgin, IL 60120	$346,000	4/1	1,764	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.