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Century Oaks Homes for Sale

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    $365,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2 Baths
    • 1,219 Sq Ft

    1212 Century Oaks Dr, Elgin, IL 60123

    Enjoy peaceful living in this well-maintained all-brick ranch, perfectly set on nearly 0.6 acres for privacy and space. The home features recently refinished hardwood floors (2024), an inviting eat-in kitchen with new flooring (2023), and a fully finished basement offering additional living or entertaining space. Step outside to a spacious deck with built-in seating, ideal for relaxing or

    Jason Osorno Digital Realty

    1212 Century Oaks Dr, Elgin, IL 60123
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    $350,000

    • 4 Beds
    • 2.5 Baths
    • 2,229 Sq Ft

    1114 Century Oaks Dr, Elgin, IL 60123

    This ranch home, set on an oversized half-acre lot with beautiful mature trees, is ready for your personal finishing touches! Enjoy striking curb appeal, a covered front porch, a bright kitchen with breakfast bar, original hardwood flooring and two cozy fireplaces-one double-sided for added ambiance. The full basement offers endless possibilities. All in a prime location just a 2 minute walk to

    Adam Stary eXp Realty

    1114 Century Oaks Dr, Elgin, IL 60123

Why Live in Century Oaks

Century Oaks in Elgin features a mix of split-level, ranch-style and two-story homes built in the 1950s and 1970s. These homes feature large front yards and lot sizes up to just over an acre, and some properties back up to the Tyler Creek Forest Preserve, providing added privacy. Most residents are homeowners, except for a small pocket of renters living in apartments near Big Timber Road and McLean Boulevard. Local amenities include the 48-acre Tyler Creek Forest Preserve, with bike and nature trails, and Century Oaks Park, which features open space and a small playground. Grocery shopping and dining options include the family-owned Butera Market, Jewel-Osco, Big Skillet Restaurant & Pancake House and El Faro Mexican Restaurant. The neighborhood offers convenient access to transportation, with a Metra commuter rail station roughly a mile and a half away. Commuters can reach Union Station in downtown Chicago in less than an hour and a half. Interstate 90 is nearby to reach Chicago O’Hare International Airport, about 25 miles away. Advocate Sherman Hospital is around 2 miles away.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Century Oaks a good place to live?
Century Oaks is a good place to live. Century Oaks is considered very car-dependent and somewhat bikeable with minimal transit options. Century Oaks has 5 parks for recreational activities. It has a median age of 36. The average household income is $116,250 which is above the national average. College graduates make up 44.8% of residents. A majority of residents in Century Oaks are renters, with 58.3% of residents renting and 41.7% of residents owning their home. A local real estate agent serving Century Oaks can help you decide if this neighborhood is the right one for you. Learn more on our Century Oaks neighborhood guide.
Is Century Oaks, IL a safe neighborhood?
Century Oaks, IL is less safe than the average neighborhood in the United States. It received a crime score of 5 out of 10.
How much do you need to make to afford a house in Century Oaks?
The median home price in Century Oaks is $349,000. If you put a 20% down payment of $69,800 and had a 30-year fixed mortgage with an interest rate of 6.15%, your estimated principal and interest payment would be $1,700 a month plus property taxes, HOA fees, home insurance, PMI, and utilities. Using the 28% rule, you would need to make at least $73K a year to afford the median home price in Century Oaks. Learn how much home you can afford with our Home Affordability Calculator. The average household income in Century Oaks is $116K.
What are the best public schools in Century Oaks?
The best public schools that serve Century Oaks are:
What are the best private schools in Century Oaks?
The best private schools that serve Century Oaks are:
  • The Einstein Academy has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 5:1 and an average review score of 4.3.
  • Elgin Academy has an A+ Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 5:1 and an average review score of 4.3.
  • Harvest Christian Academy has an A- Niche grade, a student teacher ratio of 9:1 and an average review score of 4.4.
What are the most popular zip codes in Century Oaks, Elgin, IL?
The most popular zip codes in Century Oaks, Elgin, IL include 60123, 60118, 60120, 60124 and 60136.
What are the most popular neighborhoods near Century Oaks, Elgin, IL?
The most popular neighborhoods near Century Oaks, Elgin, IL are Northeast Elgin, Century Oaks West, Willow Lake Estates, Grant Park and Far West Elgin.

Home Trends in Century Oaks, IL

Housing Trends

Median Sale Price
$350,000
Median Single Family Sale Price
$350,000
Average Price Per Sq Ft
$207
Number of Homes for Sale
2
Last 12 months Home Sales
17
Months of Supply
1.40
Median List Price
$349,000
Median Change From 1st List Price
0%
Median Home Sale Price YoY Change
11%
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