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    214 S State St, Elgin, IL 60123

    8beds
    4,628sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1889
    0.39 Acres Lot
    $503,800 Zestimate®
    $108/sqft
    $3,787 Estimated rent

    What's special

    Welcome to 214 S. State Street, a distinguished historical home in Elgin, IL, known as the Pelton Mansion. This remarkable property, built in 1889 for Dr. Ora Levant Pelton, Sr. and his wife, Anna, has been owned by only two families and has been a cherished part of the Historic Elgin House Tour for many years. Designed by the renowned Elgin architect and builder, Gilbert M. Turnbull, this home is a stunning example of Stick Style architecture with Eastlake detailing. **Exterior Features:** - **Architectural Details:** Stick Style with Eastlake detailing on porch columns and second-floor balcony, gorgeous spindlework and balustrade detailing, clapboard siding, high tower, and sculptured chimneys. **Interior Features:** - **Grand Entry:** The interior greets you with a grand entry staircase, Victorian detailed newel posts, original lighting fixtures, a stunning chandelier, pocket doors, a marble fireplace mantle, and incredible inlaid wood floors. - **Dining Room:** Complete with a coffered ceiling, pocket doors, French doors leading to the den, and an original swinging wood door leading to the butler's pantry and kitchen. -** Kitchen:** The kitchen retains its original charm with yellow pine cabinets, a secret stairway leading to the second floor, and charming original vintage stove. - **Wood Varieties:** The house contains nine different kinds of woods, including carved oak, birds eye maple, yellow leaf pine, sycamore, knotty pine, and gum wood. Details of these woods can be found in the carved leaves above the main level rooms. - **Main Floor:** Also features a small library and a powder room. **Second Floor:** - **Bedrooms:** Four bedrooms, a detailed fully enclosed sun porch, two full baths, and a powder room, built in storage, and linen closet next to former maid's room. **Third Floor:** - **Additional Bedrooms:** Four bedrooms, a full bath with a clawfoot tub, walk-in closets, and Victorian suitcase closets for additional storage. - **Stained Glass Skylight:** An exquisite detailed stained glass skylight in the center of the upstairs foyer. **Additional Features:** - **Garage:** A two-story garage with space for six cars on the first level and an unfinished second level with stunning interior ceiling details. This historical home is not just a residence but a piece of Elgin's rich history, offering a unique blend of architectural beauty and modern convenience. Don't miss the opportunity to own a part of history. Contact us today to schedule a viewing and experience the timeless elegance of 214 S. State Street.

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: June 10, 2025 at 03:41pm

    Listing courtesy of:

    Kristine Speed 224-398-4441,

    Keller Williams Thrive

    Bought with:

    Anne Maxwell, SFR

    Harthside Realtors, Inc.

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12180027MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 8
    • Bathrooms: 6
    • Full bathrooms: 3
    • 1/2 bathrooms: 3
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 324 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 18X18
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 247 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 19X13
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 135 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15X9
    Bedroom 4
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 240 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15X16
    Bedroom 5
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Third
    • Area: 168 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14X12
    Bedroom 6
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Third
    • Area: 234 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13X18
    Other
    • Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
    • Level: Third
    • Area: 224 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14X16
    Other
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Third
    • Area: 247 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 19X13
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 209 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 19X11
    Family room
    • Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 169 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 13X13
    Foyer
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 288 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12X24
    Kitchen
    • Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Vinyl)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 154 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11X14
    Laundry
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 165 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15X11
    Library
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 154 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14X11
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 570 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 19X30
    Other
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 63 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 7X9
    Other
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 42 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 7X6
    Sun room
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 230 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10X23
    Walk in closet
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 81 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 9X9
    Heating
    • Steam
    Cooling
    • Wall Unit(s)
    Appliances
    • Included: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
    Features
    • Basement: Unfinished,Full
    • Number of fireplaces: 3
    • Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room, Bedroom
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 0
    • Total interior livable area: 4,628 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 6
    • Parking features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
    • Garage spaces: 6
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
    Features
    • Stories: 3
    Lot
    • Size: 0.39 Acres
    • Dimensions: 72 X238
    Details
    • Parcel number: 0614478023
    • Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Victorian
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Frame
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1889

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Fuses
    • Sewer: Public Sewer
    • Water: Public

    Community & neighborhood

    Location
    • Region: Elgin

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Conventional
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
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