26 Monroe Ave Elgin, IL 60123
Near West Elgin NeighborhoodEstimated payment $1,974/month
Highlights
- Popular Property
- Property is near park
- Farmhouse Style Home
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Granite Countertops
About This Home
Opportunity knocks! Situated on a beautiful tree-lined street in an established neighborhood, this 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers incredible potential for buyers looking to build equity while enjoying a convenient location close to everything. Just minutes from downtown Elgin, Metra, Randall Road shopping and dining, I-90, and only about 35 minutes to O'Hare Airport, the location is hard to beat. A huge front porch welcomes you home and provides the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the neighborhood. Inside, you'll find a spacious living room with hardwood floors, an eat-in kitchen featuring granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, ceramic flooring, and sliding glass doors leading to a deck and fenced backyard. Additional features include a basement offering great storage or future finishing possibilities, a two-car garage, and dual furnace and air conditioning systems. This home is ready for your decorating ideas and updates, making it an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking value, space, and a highly convenient location. With solid bones, desirable features, and easy access to transportation, shopping, and dining, this is a property with tremendous potential.
Listing Agent
Premier Living Properties Brokerage Phone: (630) 485-4214 License #475110537 Listed on: 07/07/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,586
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 6,621 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 50x132
- Fenced
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Farmhouse Style Home
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
- Cedar
Interior Spaces
- 1,200 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Window Screens
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Porch
Location
- Property is near park
Schools
- Highland Elementary School
- Kimball Middle School
- Larkin High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $4,380 | $62,730 | $14,313 | $48,417 |
| 2023 | $4,149 | $56,672 | $12,931 | $43,741 |
| 2022 | $3,961 | $51,675 | $11,791 | $39,884 |
| 2021 | $3,775 | $48,313 | $11,024 | $37,289 |
| 2020 | $3,659 | $46,122 | $10,524 | $35,598 |
| 2019 | $3,543 | $43,934 | $10,025 | $33,909 |
| 2018 | $3,324 | $39,620 | $9,444 | $30,176 |
| 2017 | $3,235 | $37,455 | $8,928 | $28,527 |
| 2016 | $3,066 | $34,748 | $8,283 | $26,465 |
| 2015 | -- | $31,850 | $7,592 | $24,258 |
| 2014 | -- | $31,457 | $7,498 | $23,959 |
| 2013 | -- | $32,287 | $7,696 | $24,591 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/07/2026 07/07/26 | For Sale | $299,900 | +48.1% | $250 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/04/2021 06/04/21 | Sold | $202,500 | -3.5% | $169 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/13/2021 05/13/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/13/2021 05/13/21 | For Sale | -- | -- | -- | |
| 05/05/2021 05/05/21 | For Sale | $209,900 | 0.0% | $175 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/27/2021 04/27/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/19/2021 04/19/21 | Price Changed | $209,900 | -6.7% | $175 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/08/2021 04/08/21 | For Sale | $224,900 | +63.0% | $187 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/21/2014 03/21/14 | Sold | $138,000 | -6.1% | -- | View Prior Sale |
| 02/17/2014 02/17/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/12/2014 02/12/14 | Price Changed | $147,000 | -0.3% | -- | |
| 02/04/2014 02/04/14 | Price Changed | $147,500 | -1.3% | -- | |
| 01/13/2014 01/13/14 | For Sale | $149,500 | -- | -- |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $202,500 | Greater Illinois Title Co | |
| Warranty Deed | $140,000 | Stewart Title Company | |
| Sheriffs Deed | $55,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $200,000 | Ticor Title Insurance Co | |
| Warranty Deed | $171,500 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $132,500 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $120,000 | -- |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $151,875 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $132,180 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $137,464 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $160,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $20,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $12,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $153,772 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $136,250 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $131,391 | FHA |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12697411
APN: 06-14-302-021
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