Seller's Agent in 2024
Sarah Goss
Southwestern Real Estate, Inc.
(630) 202-3531
2 in this area
176 Total Sales
159 S Porter St Elgin, IL 60120
Gifford Park NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $220,000 - $307,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,351
Sq Ft
$190/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Sun or Florida Room
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Cottage
About This Home
As of December 2024Timeless charm, a convenient location, and the perfect destination for cozy this holiday season. This sunlit beauty is boasting original hardwood floors, a first-floor bedroom & full bath, formal dining space, detailed moldings and niches, a bright & spacious kitchen, full basement, cozy sun room, character filled bedrooms with vaulted ceilings and exposed brick, 1 car garage with XL concrete drive, and a refreshing list of updates! New driveway & sidewalk (2022), Roof (2021), Furnace (2021), AC (2018), and water line from street to meter (2020). All of this plus a great location near Elgin's historic district plus schools, transportation, interstate access, parks, and countless shopping/dining options. A total ray of sunshine!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Southwestern Real Estate, Inc. License #471019721 Listed on: 10/26/2024
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,578
Year Built
- Built in 1884
Lot Details
- 7,405 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 58x129
Parking
- 1 Car Detached Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Space is Owned
Home Design
- Cottage
- Stone Foundation
- Asphalt Roof
- Aluminum Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,351 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Living Room
- Family or Dining Combination
- Sun or Florida Room
- Unfinished Basement
- Partial Basement
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 26, 2024
Closed on
Dec 12, 2024
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Sarah Goss
Southwestern Real Estate, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Mark East
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$248,000
Sold Price
$245,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$3,000
-1.21%
Views
238
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$11,470
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.10%
Original Mortgage
$220,500
Outstanding Balance
$218,712
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$37,758
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 3, 2023
Closed on
May 8, 2023
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Carriann Overheidt
Grid 7 Properties
Buyer's Agent
Sarah Goss
Southwestern Real Estate, Inc.
List Price
$210,000
Sold Price
$225,000
Premium/Discount to List
$15,000
7.14%
Views
134
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.40%
Original Mortgage
$10,000
Interest Rate
6.32%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 18, 2006
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$143,450
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 10, 2006
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 30, 2004
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$132,000
Interest Rate
7.11%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 3, 2003
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$106,200
Interest Rate
5.96%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $245,000 | None Listed On Document | ||
| $225,000 | None Listed On Document | ||
| $151,000 | First American Title | ||
| -- | First American Title | ||
| $165,000 | -- | ||
| $118,000 | Multiple |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $220,500 | ||
| Previous Owner | $10,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $213,750 | ||
| Previous Owner | $143,450 | ||
| Previous Owner | $132,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $106,200 | ||
| Closed | $33,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/20/2024 12/20/24 | Sold | $245,000 | +0.8% | $181 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/18/2024 11/18/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/06/2024 11/06/24 | Price Changed | $243,000 | -2.0% | $180 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/26/2024 10/26/24 | Price Changed | $248,000 | 0.0% | $184 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/26/2024 10/26/24 | For Sale | $248,000 | +10.2% | $184 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/10/2023 05/10/23 | Sold | $225,000 | +7.1% | $167 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/19/2023 04/19/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/17/2023 04/17/23 | For Sale | $210,000 | 0.0% | $155 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/06/2023 04/06/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/03/2023 04/03/23 | For Sale | $210,000 | 0.0% | $155 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/30/2016 04/30/16 | Rented | $1,275 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 04/15/2016 04/15/16 | Under Contract | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/14/2016 04/14/16 | For Rent | $1,275 | 0.0% | -- | |
| 04/10/2016 04/10/16 | Off Market | $1,275 | -- | -- | |
| 04/06/2016 04/06/16 | For Rent | $1,275 | -- | -- |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History
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| 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 | $4,825 | $68,294 | $13,712 | $54,582 |
| 2023 | $4,578 | $61,699 | $12,388 | $49,311 |
| 2022 | $4,358 | $56,259 | $11,296 | $44,963 |
| 2021 | $4,157 | $52,598 | $10,561 | $42,037 |
| 2020 | $4,032 | $50,213 | $10,082 | $40,131 |
| 2019 | $3,907 | $47,831 | $9,604 | $38,227 |
| 2018 | $3,656 | $42,980 | $9,048 | $33,932 |
| 2017 | $3,562 | $40,632 | $8,554 | $32,078 |
| 2016 | $3,380 | $37,696 | $7,936 | $29,760 |
| 2015 | -- | $34,552 | $7,274 | $27,278 |
| 2014 | -- | $34,125 | $7,184 | $26,941 |
| 2013 | -- | $39,906 | $7,374 | $32,532 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Sarah Goss
-
Mark East
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Mark East
@ Properties
(224) 715-4127
1 in this area
117 Total Sales
-
Carriann Overheidt
Seller's Agent in 2023
Carriann Overheidt
Grid 7 Properties
(224) 410-8709
1 in this area
11 Total Sales
-
Jeff Kellenberger
Seller's Agent in 2016
Jeff Kellenberger
Preferred Homes Realty
(847) 695-6400
1 in this area
49 Total Sales
-
A
Buyer's Agent in 2016
Allen Graff
Preferred Homes Realty
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12189330
APN: 06-13-405-017
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