268 Seneca St Elgin, IL 60120
Northeast Elgin NeighborhoodEstimated payment $2,016/month
Highlights
- Hot Property
- Wood Flooring
- Granite Countertops
- Deck
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Formal Dining Room
About This Home
Amazing home near Elgin's historical district, walkable to downtown area and Gail Borden Library. This home has been well maintained and features main floor primary bedroom with step in shower, stained glass windows, some original doors and original hardwood floors. Additionally it has several modern updates including updated electrical and plumbing, remodeled baths, modern kitchen with granite countertops 42 inch cabinets and roll out pantry shelves. Generous size bedrooms on second floor both have walk in closets. Details throughout the home give so much character that you just can't find in homes built today. The stacked washer and dryer are conveniently located on main floor. Exterior has two covered porches, long driveway, and shed for additional storage.
Listing Agent
Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company, LLC License #475122634 Listed on: 04/17/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,146
Year Built
- Built in 1892 | Remodeled in 2012
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 54x67x54x67
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Home Design
- Asphalt Roof
- Wood Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,820 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Unfinished Attic
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Laundry in Kitchen
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Basement Window Egress
Parking
- 4 Parking Spaces
- Parking Available
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Accessible Home Design
- Handicap Shower
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Shed
- Porch
Schools
- Mckinley Elementary School
- Larsen Middle School
- Elgin High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Humidifier
- 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
| 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 | $5,146 | $72,298 | $11,452 | $60,846 |
| 2023 | $4,886 | $65,316 | $10,346 | $54,970 |
| 2022 | $4,644 | $59,557 | $9,434 | $50,123 |
| 2021 | $4,432 | $55,681 | $8,820 | $46,861 |
| 2020 | $4,301 | $53,156 | $8,420 | $44,736 |
| 2019 | $4,729 | $50,635 | $8,021 | $42,614 |
| 2018 | $4,379 | $44,290 | $7,556 | $36,734 |
| 2017 | $4,306 | $41,870 | $7,143 | $34,727 |
| 2016 | $4,143 | $38,844 | $6,627 | $32,217 |
| 2015 | -- | $35,604 | $6,074 | $29,530 |
| 2014 | -- | $35,164 | $5,999 | $29,165 |
| 2013 | -- | $41,374 | $6,157 | $35,217 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/21/2026 04/21/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/17/2026 04/17/26 | For Sale | $299,000 | +90.4% | $164 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/24/2019 09/24/19 | Sold | $157,000 | -1.8% | -- | View Prior Sale |
| 08/14/2019 08/14/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/23/2019 07/23/19 | For Sale | $159,900 | -- | -- |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $157,000 | North American Title Company | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $50,000 | First American Title | |
| Sheriffs Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $225,000 | Republic Title Company | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $149,000 | First American Title | |
| Sheriffs Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $180,000 | First American Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $143,500 | Atg | |
| Warranty Deed | $88,500 | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $87,000 | Advanced Title Services Inc |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $125,600 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $168,750 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $134,100 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $162,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $114,550 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $82,600 | No Value Available |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12622083
APN: 06-12-358-012
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