Seller's Agent in 2026
Paul Bednar
Real People Realty
(847) 987-7526
19 in this area
61 Total Sales
144 Hill Ave Elgin, IL 60120
Gifford Park Neighborhood
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,644
Sq Ft
9,365
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Breakfast Room
- American Four Square Architecture
- High Ceiling
- 1 Car Detached Garage
About This Home
As of January 2026Vintage Foursquare home in the Elgin Historic District. Lots of original details throughout, such as hardwood floors, windows, built-in cabinets, beveled leaded glass, trim and doors. There are three bedrooms upstairs with a newer full bath, complete with a remote controlled bidet. There are two parlors, a separate dining room, a powder room and a bigger kitchen on the first floor, with a stove and refrigerator that is two years old. A full basement has a laundry room with a new high end washer and dryer, and workrooms. The HVAC is six years old and is a high efficiency unit. The water heater is also six years old. Newer plumbing and electric, including a new 200 amp breaker box. A one car garage and a smaller backyard has the potential to be a patio/garden oasis. Being in the Historic District makes a homeowner eligible for city and neighborhood grant money to improve exterior items.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Real People Realty Brokerage Phone: (847) 987-7526 License #475169028 Listed on: 10/11/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,117
Year Built
- Built in 1906
Lot Details
- 9,365 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50 x 188 x 49 x 196
- Fenced
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- American Four Square Architecture
- Stone Foundation
- Asphalt Roof
- Radon Mitigation System
- Cedar
Interior Spaces
- 1,644 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Historic or Period Millwork
- High Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Window Screens
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Accessible Home Design
- Handicap Shower
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Porch
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 100 Amp Service
Community Details
- Classic American 4 Square
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 11, 2025
Closed on
Jan 16, 2026
Sold by
Richter George
Bought by
Eidel Brooke
Seller's Agent
Paul Bednar
Real People Realty
Buyer's Agent
Dawn Avello
Century 21 Circle
List Price
$299,000
Sold Price
$285,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,000
-4.68%
Views
234
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
24.02%
Original Mortgage
$237,789
Outstanding Balance
$237,552
Interest Rate
5.99%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Estimated Equity
$58,070
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 11, 2016
Closed on
Oct 21, 2016
Sold by
Breitkreutz Amy B
Bought by
Richter George
Seller's Agent
Marla Kubik
HomeSmart Connect LLC
Buyer's Agent
Liliana Quaglia
Executive Realty Group LLC
List Price
$189,000
Sold Price
$182,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,500
-3.44%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.94%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 30, 2009
Sold by
Pirraglia Christine
Bought by
Breitkreutz Amy B
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$164,957
Interest Rate
5.19%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 17, 1998
Sold by
Shore Adam A and Shore Kristine A
Bought by
Pirraglia Thomas J and Pirraglia Christine
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$90,000
Interest Rate
7.5%
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Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $285,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $182,500 | Stewart Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $168,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Warranty Deed | $120,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $237,789 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $164,957 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $90,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/16/2026 01/16/26 | Sold | $285,000 | -4.7% | $173 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/14/2025 12/14/25 | For Sale | $299,000 | +4.9% | $182 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/13/2025 12/13/25 | Off Market | $285,000 | -- | -- | |
| 12/12/2025 12/12/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/12/2025 11/12/25 | For Sale | $299,000 | 0.0% | $182 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/05/2025 11/05/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/11/2025 10/11/25 | For Sale | $299,000 | +63.8% | $182 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/21/2016 10/21/16 | Sold | $182,500 | -3.4% | $111 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/09/2016 09/09/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/11/2016 08/11/16 | For Sale | $189,000 | -- | $115 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,117 | $71,943 | $10,943 | $61,000 |
| 2023 | $4,859 | $64,995 | $9,886 | $55,109 |
| 2022 | $4,619 | $59,264 | $9,014 | $50,250 |
| 2021 | $4,408 | $55,407 | $8,427 | $46,980 |
| 2020 | $4,082 | $50,759 | $8,045 | $42,714 |
| 2019 | $3,955 | $48,351 | $7,663 | $40,688 |
| 2018 | $3,417 | $40,559 | $7,219 | $33,340 |
| 2017 | $3,327 | $38,343 | $6,825 | $31,518 |
| 2016 | $3,154 | $35,572 | $6,332 | $29,240 |
| 2015 | -- | $32,605 | $5,804 | $26,801 |
| 2014 | -- | $32,202 | $5,732 | $26,470 |
| 2013 | -- | $37,845 | $5,883 | $31,962 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Paul Bednar
-
Dawn Avello
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Dawn Avello
Century 21 Circle
(630) 449-2754
1 in this area
65 Total Sales
-
Marla Kubik
Seller's Agent in 2016
Marla Kubik
HomeSmart Connect LLC
(630) 347-4460
111 Total Sales
-
Liliana Quaglia
L
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Liliana Quaglia
Executive Realty Group LLC
(630) 894-1030
65 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12493730
APN: 06-13-253-013
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