Matt Lysien
Suburban Life Realty, Ltd
(224) 315-8087
522 Total Sales
7 in Near West Elgin
$4 - $400K Price Range
26 Monroe Ave Elgin, IL 60123
Near West Elgin Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,200
Sq Ft
6,621
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Granite Countertops
- Property is near park
- Farmhouse Style Home
- 2 Car Detached Garage
About This Home
As of August 2026Opportunity 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.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Premier Living Properties Brokerage Phone: (630) 485-4214 License #475110537 Listed on: 07/07/2026
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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
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 9, 2021
Closed on
May 28, 2021
Sold by
Summers Sean
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Andy Dadlani
Realcom Realty, Ltd
Buyer's Agent
Andy Dadlani
Realcom Realty, Ltd
Sold Price
$202,500
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.47%
Original Mortgage
$151,875
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 13, 2014
Closed on
Mar 20, 2014
Sold by
Renovation Group Llc
Bought by
Summers Sean
Seller's Agent
Scott Berg
Berg Properties
Buyer's Agent
Mario Bilotas
Four Daughters Real Estate
List Price
$149,500
Sold Price
$138,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$11,500
-7.69%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.46%
Original Mortgage
$137,464
Interest Rate
4.25%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 7, 2013
Sold by
Mendoza David
Bought by
Renovation Group Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 16, 2005
Sold by
Dozier Ronald W
Bought by
Mendoza David
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$160,000
Interest Rate
5.75%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 25, 2003
Sold by
Powers Richard S and Powers Laura E
Bought by
Dozier Ronald W
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$153,772
Interest Rate
5.3%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 3, 2000
Sold by
Wells Daniel J and Wells Kellie E
Bought by
Powers Richard S and Powers Laura E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$131,391
Interest Rate
8.08%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 8, 1996
Sold by
Vanburen Joel D and Vanburen Lori A
Bought by
Wells Daniel J and Wells Kellie E
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Near West Elgin, IL
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Matt Lysien
-
Monica Vargas
Monica Vargas
GREAT HOMES REAL ESTATE, INC.
(224) 246-8148
179 Total Sales
9 in Near West Elgin
$110K - $280K Price Range
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Dawn Larsen
Dawn Larsen
Baird & Warner
(386) 888-4346
149 Total Sales
1 in Near West Elgin
$200,000 Price
-
Juana Fuentes
Juana Fuentes
Exclusive Living, Inc
(224) 255-4532
76 Total Sales
1 in Near West Elgin
$209,900 Price
-
Elizabeth Goodchild
Elizabeth Goodchild
Realty of America
(224) 479-1826
467 Total Sales
1 in Near West Elgin
$290,000 Price
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Ken Bruderle
Ken Bruderle
Responds QuicklySuperior Homes Realty
(224) 347-7415
54 Total Sales
1 in Near West Elgin
$355,000 Price
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 | -- |
Source: Public Records
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: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/21/2026 08/21/26 | Sold | $289,000 | -3.6% | $241 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/19/2026 07/19/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 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 | -- | $187 / Sq Ft |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $4,586 | $68,106 | $15,540 | $52,566 |
| 2024 | $4,586 | $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 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Tamara O'Connor
Seller's Agent in 2026
Tamara O'Connor
Premier Living Properties
(630) 485-4214
8 in this area
490 Total Sales
-
Jaris Franco
JF
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Jaris Franco
Epic Real Estate Group
(847) 922-5501
1 in this area
1 Total Sale
-
Andy Dadlani
Seller's Agent in 2021
Andy Dadlani
Realcom Realty, Ltd
(630) 893-6000
142 Total Sales
-
Scott Berg
Seller's Agent in 2014
Scott Berg
Berg Properties
(773) 960-2462
528 Total Sales
-
Mario Bilotas
Buyer's Agent in 2014
Mario Bilotas
Four Daughters Real Estate
(847) 910-5022
165 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12697411
APN: 06-14-302-021
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