Courtney Caraway
Gallery Realty Inc.
(773) 900-6135
209 Total Sales
1 in Northeast Elgin
$63,000 Price
268 Seneca St Elgin, IL 60120
Northeast Elgin Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,820
Sq Ft
1892
Built
Highlights
- Deck
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Formal Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Granite Countertops
- Porch
About This Home
As of May 2026Amazing 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.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company, LLC License #475122634 Listed on: 04/17/2026
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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
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 17, 2026
Closed on
May 14, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Sarah Leonard
Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company, LLC
Buyer's Agent
Norma Rivas
Chicagoland Brokers, Inc.
List Price
$299,000
Sold Price
$299,000
Views
275
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-1.01%
Original Mortgage
$290,030
Outstanding Balance
$289,792
Interest Rate
7%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$8,600
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 23, 2019
Closed on
Sep 18, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Michael McCarty
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Kendra Perham
Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company, LLC
List Price
$159,900
Sold Price
$157,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$2,900
-1.81%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.17%
Original Mortgage
$125,600
Interest Rate
3.6%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Aug 3, 2009
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 19, 2008
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 28, 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
$168,750
Interest Rate
6.85%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 25, 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
$134,100
Interest Rate
6.56%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 17, 2006
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 11, 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
$162,000
Interest Rate
7.35%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 3, 2002
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
$114,550
Interest Rate
6.01%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 25, 1999
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 29, 1994
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Northeast Elgin, IL
-
Courtney Caraway
-
Ted Krzysztofiak
Ted Krzysztofiak
RE/MAX City
(773) 693-2750
195 Total Sales
1 in Northeast Elgin
$482,000 Price
-
Jovandi Bermudez
Jovandi Bermudez
Fathom Realty IL LLC
(708) 818-6905
41 Total Sales
1 in Northeast Elgin
$253,900 Price
-
Cindy Kostrzeski
Cindy Kostrzeski
HomeSmart Connect LLC
(847) 449-8039
43 Total Sales
1 in Northeast Elgin
$350,000 Price
-
Jertheus Butts
Jertheus Butts
Coldwell Banker Realty
(833) 569-4890
52 Total Sales
1 in Northeast Elgin
$215,000 Price
-
Rafay Qamar
Rafay Qamar
Real Broker LLC
(833) 359-9113
1,068 Total Sales
1 in Northeast Elgin
$495,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $299,000 | First American Title | |
| 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 |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $290,030 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $125,600 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $168,750 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $56,250 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $134,100 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $180,500 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $162,000 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $114,550 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/18/2026 05/18/26 | Sold | $299,000 | 0.0% | $164 / Sq Ft | |
| 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 | -- | -- |
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 | $5,378 | $78,494 | $12,433 | $66,061 |
| 2024 | $5,378 | $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 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Sarah Leonard
Seller's Agent in 2026
Sarah Leonard
Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company, LLC
(224) 239-3966
14 in this area
2,635 Total Sales
-
Kendra Perham
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2026
Kendra Perham
Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company, LLC
(630) 945-5499
1 in this area
60 Total Sales
-
Norma Rivas
N
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Norma Rivas
Chicagoland Brokers, Inc.
(773) 745-1000
1 in this area
30 Total Sales
-
Michael McCarty
Seller's Agent in 2019
Michael McCarty
@ Properties
(847) 293-3388
32 Total Sales
-
E
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019
Evelyn Chapman
Century 21 Elm, Realtors
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12622083
APN: 06-12-358-012
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