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!
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$359,000
427 Du Page St, Elgin, IL 60120
4beds
1,929sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1930
8,184 Square Feet Lot
$374,200 Zestimate®
$186/sqft
$2,455 Estimated rent
Home value
$374,200
$337,000 - $415,000
$2,455/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: October 21, 2024 at 01:23pm
Listing courtesy of:
Sarah Leonard, E-PRO 224-239-3966,
Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company, LLC,
Suzi Warner 224-977-7355,
Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company, LLC
Bought with:
Tina Mastrangelo, GRI
Great Western Properties
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12152538
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X7
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 189 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X9
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 30 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X5
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Foyer
- Level: Main
- Area: 105 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X7
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Closet), Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X16
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Heating
- Steam
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Built-in Features, Historic/Period Mlwk, Beamed Ceilings, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,279
- Total interior livable area: 1,929 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Fencing: Fenced
- Waterfront features: Pond
Lot
- Size: 8,184 sqft
- Dimensions: 66 X 124
- Features: Mature Trees
Details
- Additional structures: None
- Parcel number: 0613330005
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: English
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Slate
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1930
- Major remodel year: 2015
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Elgin
- Subdivision: James T Giffords
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/21/2024 | Sold | $359,000$186/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12152538 | ||
| 9/9/2024 | Contingent | $359,000$186/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12152538 | ||
| 9/6/2024 | Listed for sale | $359,000+82.2%$186/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12152538 | ||
| 4/24/2017 | Sold | $197,000-1.5%$102/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09520691 | ||
| 3/8/2017 | Pending sale | $199,900$104/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Schaumburg #09520691 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,765 +5% | $92,533 +10.7% |
| 2023 | $6,444 +5.8% | $83,597 +9.7% |
| 2022 | $6,089 +4.6% | $76,226 +7% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Gifford Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Channing Memorial Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.1 mi
- 3/10Ellis Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Elgin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Channing Memorial Elementary Sch
- Middle: Ellis Middle School
- High: Elgin High School
- District: 46
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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