3
Beds
2
Baths
1,952
Sq Ft
8,220
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Landscaped Professionally
- Property is near a park
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Bonus Room
About This Home
As of May 2025Beautiful 3 Bed | 2 Bath Single Family Home on the Top of the Hill on Elgin's Popular West Side, Only a Short Distance From Wing Park! The Newer Roof & Siding (2016) Really Pop, Giving This Two Story Gem Fantastic Curb Appeal! The Long Time Owners Have Made Tons of Updates! Step Inside the Screened-in Front Porch & Enjoy a Morning Coffee or a Good Book! Inside You'll Find a Large Living Room w/ Original Hardwood Flooring, Fresh Paint (2023) & Antique Woodwork! Continue on Into the Large Formal Dining Room w/ Built-in Cabinets, Where You Can Host Friends & Family Gatherings! An Addition Was Added in the 1960s Which Includes a Large Family Room & Full Bath! Cozy Up Around the Woodburning Fireplace w/ Gas Starter, or Use This Space as an Office or Extra Bedroom w/ In-Law Arrangement Instead! The Large Kitchen Space Boasts Plenty of Space for the Most Seasoned Chefs, Including Newer Appliances, New Windows, Butler's Pantry & Even an Office Nook! Oven (2023), Dishwasher (2022) & Refrigerator (2015). Head Upstairs & Find Three Bedrooms, Each w/ Their Own Walk-in Closets & an Additional Full Bathroom! One Even Has a Victorian Dressing Room! Attic Access for Additional Storage. Downstairs is Partially Finished w/ an Additional Bedroom & Laundry w/ Washer & Dryer. Newer Mechanicals Include: Brand New Copper Plumbing Throughout (2024), Water Heater (2024), Furnace (2010). In the Backyard You'll Find a Freshly Painted Garage (2024) & Completely Reinforced Backyard Fencing (2024)! Want to Be the King of the Hill? Lounge Around on the Back Deck and Admire the Views From Above! This Home is Located at One of the Highest Elevations on the West Side of Elgin! Great Location, Close to Park, Interstate Access, Highways, Schools, Restaurants & Shopping!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
eXp Realty - Chicago North Ave License #475121545 Listed on: 03/19/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,262
Year Built
- Built in 1913
Lot Details
- 8,220 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 137x60x124x59
- Dog Run
- Fenced
- Landscaped Professionally
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2.5 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,952 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Historic or Period Millwork
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Home Office
- Bonus Room
- Screened Porch
- Storage Room
- Wood Flooring
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Unfinished Attic
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Additional Features
- Deck
- Property is near a park
Community Details
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 27, 2006
Sold by
Turnquist Jerry L and Turnquist Kathleen A
Bought by
Brictson Mark S and Brictson Joann
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$184,000
Interest Rate
8.7%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $230,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Comp |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $245,404 | FHA | |
| Closed | $245,399 | FHA | |
| Closed | $241,773 | FHA | |
| Closed | $184,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Closed | $46,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $212,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $224,700 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23/2025 05/23/25 | Sold | $315,000 | 0.0% | $161 / Sq Ft |
| 04/04/2025 04/04/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/03/2025 04/03/25 | Off Market | $315,000 | -- | -- |
| 03/19/2025 03/19/25 | For Sale | $230,000 | -- | $118 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $6,262 | $89,460 | $17,046 | $72,414 |
| 2022 | $6,119 | $81,572 | $15,543 | $66,029 |
| 2021 | $5,823 | $76,264 | $14,532 | $61,732 |
| 2020 | $5,637 | $72,806 | $13,873 | $58,933 |
| 2019 | $5,450 | $69,352 | $13,215 | $56,137 |
| 2018 | $5,372 | $65,334 | $12,449 | $52,885 |
| 2017 | $5,221 | $61,764 | $11,769 | $49,995 |
| 2016 | $5,471 | $57,300 | $10,918 | $46,382 |
| 2015 | -- | $52,520 | $10,007 | $42,513 |
| 2014 | -- | $51,871 | $9,883 | $41,988 |
| 2013 | -- | $53,240 | $10,144 | $43,096 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ryan Widerberg
Seller's Agent in 2025
Ryan Widerberg
eXp Realty - Chicago North Ave
(847) 849-7748
80 Total Sales
-
Diane Christian
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Diane Christian
Coldwell Banker Realty
(847) 431-0250
56 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12312941
APN: 06-15-280-002
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