281 Gifford Place Elgin, IL 60120
Downtown Elgin NeighborhoodEstimated payment $1,452/month
Highlights
- Very Popular Property
- Wood Flooring
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- McDade Elementary Classical School Rated 10
- Formal Dining Room
- 3-minute walk to Kiwanis Park
About This Home
Welcome to this well-maintained home in a convenient Elgin location. The first floor features an enclosed front porch, a comfortable living room, a full bath, a separate dining room, updated kitchen and new appliances. The second floor offers two bedrooms. House has been freshly painted, hardwood floors refinished and new carpet. Additional features include an unfinished basement and a detached 1-car garage with a shared driveway. Close to schools, parks, shopping, and major roadways.
Listing Agent
Keller Williams Infinity Brokerage Phone: (630) 638-4272 License #471004203 Listed on: 11/26/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $3,835
Year Built
- Built in 1900
Lot Details
- 3,463 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 33x99
- Fenced
Parking
- 1 Car Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Split Level Home
- Block Foundation
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 961 Sq Ft Home
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry Room
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Potential Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Schools
- Channing Memorial Elementary Sch
- Ellis Middle School
- Elgin High School
Additional Features
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
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 | $3,835 | $47,915 | $7,673 | $40,242 |
| 2023 | $3,690 | $43,288 | $6,932 | $36,356 |
| 2022 | $3,423 | $39,471 | $6,321 | $33,150 |
| 2021 | $3,292 | $36,903 | $5,910 | $30,993 |
| 2020 | $3,213 | $35,230 | $5,642 | $29,588 |
| 2019 | $3,134 | $33,558 | $5,374 | $28,184 |
| 2018 | $2,935 | $29,683 | $5,063 | $24,620 |
| 2017 | $2,886 | $28,061 | $4,786 | $23,275 |
| 2016 | $2,776 | $26,033 | $4,440 | $21,593 |
| 2015 | -- | $23,862 | $4,070 | $19,792 |
| 2014 | -- | $23,568 | $4,020 | $19,548 |
| 2013 | -- | $27,731 | $4,126 | $23,605 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/26/2025 11/26/25 | For Sale | $215,000 | +338.8% | $224 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/01/2014 10/01/14 | Sold | $49,000 | 0.0% | $49 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/05/2014 09/05/14 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/30/2014 07/30/14 | For Sale | $49,000 | -- | $49 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Attorney | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $49,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Co | |
| Sheriffs Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $117,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Comp | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $62,000 | First American Title Ins Co |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $93,600 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $72,496 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $59,535 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $4,000 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $23,400 | No Value Available |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12524512
APN: 06-13-380-015
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