Why settle for shared walls when you can enjoy the charm, privacy, and character of your own historic cottage? Welcome to this beautifully maintained 1885 John Blank cottage situated on a rare double lot in Elgin, surrounded by mature landscaping and inviting outdoor spaces. Blending timeless character with thoughtful updates, this unique home offers a warm and comfortable atmosphere both inside and out. The interior features a bright open living and dining area, a kitchen with table space, a spacious bedroom, full bath, and a relaxing three-season porch perfect for enjoying morning coffee or evening sunsets. Large windows throughout the home bring in abundant natural light and showcase the home's historic charm. Recent updates include new carpet (2026), new bathroom flooring (2026), tankless water heater (2025), roof and gutters (2017), central air (2017), custom wood blinds (2018), basement windows (2018), front porch and stairs (2017), and updated interior doors featuring crystal knobs. The exterior showcases beautiful three-color historical paint and trim completed in 2016. The unfinished attic offers potential for future expansion or additional finished living space. Full basement includes washer and dryer area for added convenience. Enjoy outdoor entertaining, gardening, or simply relaxing in the beautifully landscaped yard. Conveniently located near Lords Park, just minutes to I-90, Route 20, shopping, dining, and Metra access. A rare opportunity to own a piece of history with the comfort and independence of a single-family home.
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$241,000
570 Addison St, Elgin, IL 60120
1beds
900sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1885
0.25 Acres Lot
$241,100 Zestimate®
$268/sqft
$1,429 Estimated rent
Home value
$241,100
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Spacious bedroomSurrounded by mature landscapingRare double lotKitchen with table spaceBeautifully landscaped yardInviting outdoor spacesRelaxing three-season porch
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Listed by:
Gianni B Nieto, ABR,AHWD,PSA 630-485-1275,
RE/MAX Excels
Bought with:
Erin Feinerman
Cross Street Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12657082
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Enclosed Porch
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 170 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X17
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: COMBO
Enclosed porch
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 105 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X21
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Vinyl), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X14
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 348 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X29
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Unfinished,Cellar,Partial
- Attic: Full,Pull Down Stair,Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,350
- Total interior livable area: 900 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Asphalt, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Porch, Screened
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Dimensions: 74X146
- Features: Mature Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 0613208009
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: TV-Cable, Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Frame
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1885
- Major remodel year: 2017
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 150 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Elgin
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $268/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $184,914
- Annual tax amount: $3,652
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/26/2026 | Sold | $241,000+1.3%$268/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12657082 Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2026 | Contingent | $237,900$264/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12657082 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2026 | Listed for sale | $237,900+58.6%$264/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12657082 Report a problem | ||
| 3/10/2020 | Sold | $150,000-3.2%$167/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10560545 Report a problem | ||
| 3/10/2020 | Listed for sale | $155,000$172/sqft |
Source: Baird & Warner Fox Valley - Geneva #10560545 Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/2019 | Pending sale | $155,000$172/sqft |
Source: Baird & Warner Fox Valley - Geneva #10560545 Report a problem | ||
| 10/29/2019 | Listed for sale | $155,000+82.4%$172/sqft |
Source: Baird & Warner - Geneva #10560545 Report a problem | ||
| 11/10/1998 | Sold | $85,000+1.2%$94/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/1995 | Sold | $84,000+15.1%$93/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 2/15/1995 | Sold | $73,000$81/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $3,652 +23.2% | $61,638 +10.7% |
| 2023 | $2,965 -14% | $55,686 +9.7% |
| 2022 | $3,449 +6% | $50,776 +7% |
| 2021 | $3,254 +5.9% | $47,472 +8.5% |
| 2020 | $3,073 -7.8% | $43,767 +5% |
| 2019 | $3,333 +9.4% | $41,690 +13.2% |
| 2018 | $3,047 +2.8% | $36,821 +5.8% |
| 2017 | $2,963 -14% | $34,809 +7.8% |
| 2016 | $3,444 +3.2% | $32,293 +9.1% |
| 2015 | $3,336 | $29,599 +1.2% |
| 2014 | $3,336 | $29,234 -13.2% |
| 2013 | $3,336 | $33,661 -7.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $36,359 -13.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $42,104 -9.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $46,601 -6.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $49,959 |
| 2008 | -- | $49,959 +3.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $48,354 +6.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $45,507 +6.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $42,733 +6.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $40,027 +7.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $37,134 +8% |
| 2002 | -- | $34,384 +15.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $29,765 +5.1% |
| 2000 | -- | $28,326 |
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Neighborhood: Summit Park
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Ronald D O'Neal Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.1 mi
- 3/10Larsen Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 2/10Elgin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Sheridan Elementary School
- Middle: Larsen 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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- Kane County
- Elgin
- 60120
- Summit Park
- 570 Addison St
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