Seller's Agent in 2025
Ray Watson
RE/MAX
(847) 254-2254
3 in this area
188 Total Sales
44 N Du Bois Ave Elgin, IL 60123
Near West Elgin Neighborhood
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,673
Sq Ft
6,599
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Sun or Florida Room
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Breakfast Room
- Screened Porch
About This Home
As of November 2025So much to love in this adorable home! You'll truly love the front porch with a swing. This home includes an unexpected large third floor bedroom. If you appreciate detail, this home has 9 foot ceilings and gorgeous original wood trim and flooring. Everyone will appreciate that it also has central air and additional bathroom in the basement, making it a good space to use as an additional bedroom. Do you commute? This location is 4 miles to Metra and 5.5 miles to the I-90 ramp!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,857
Year Built
- Built in 1923
Lot Details
- 6,599 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 132x50
- Fenced
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- No Garage
- Parking Available
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,673 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Ceiling Fan
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Screened Porch
- Storage Room
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Screened Patio
Schools
- Washington Elementary School
- Abbott Middle School
- Larkin High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Humidifier
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 100 Amp Service
Community Details
- Washington Heights Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 18, 2025
Closed on
Nov 15, 2025
Sold by
Schifferer Jamie Marie
Bought by
Stewart Kendra E
Seller's Agent
Ray Watson
RE/MAX All Pro
Buyer's Agent
Emily Cerrillos
Ardain Real Estate Inc.
List Price
$279,900
Sold Price
$272,900
Premium/Discount to List
-$7,000
-2.5%
Views
288
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
13.50%
Original Mortgage
$218,320
Outstanding Balance
$217,895
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$61,652
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 1, 2020
Closed on
Aug 14, 2020
Sold by
Massey Brandon and Massey Samantha
Bought by
Schifferer Jamie Marie
Seller's Agent
Kendra Perham
Suburban Life Realty, Ltd.
Buyer's Agent
Ray Watson
RE/MAX All Pro
List Price
$205,000
Sold Price
$192,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$12,500
-6.1%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.85%
Original Mortgage
$175,518
Interest Rate
2.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 8, 2015
Closed on
Dec 1, 2015
Sold by
Klemm Robert Ian and Klemm Sarah
Bought by
Massey Samantha
Seller's Agent
Carlos Betancourt
Premier Living Properties
Buyer's Agent
Kendra Perham
Suburban Life Realty, Ltd.
List Price
$159,900
Sold Price
$159,900
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.03%
Original Mortgage
$157,003
Interest Rate
3.87%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 29, 2007
Sold by
Mitchell Daren and Mitchell Kristi
Bought by
Klemm Robert Ian
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$155,600
Interest Rate
6.42%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 23, 2004
Sold by
Msn Properties Ltd
Bought by
Mitchell Daren and Mitchell Kristi
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$183,409
Interest Rate
6.39%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 17, 2003
Sold by
Hoffmeyer Charles R and Hoffmeyer Christiane E
Bought by
Msn Properties Ltd
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 18, 1998
Sold by
Mann Elizabeth A
Bought by
Hoffmeyer Charles R and Hoffmeyer Christiane E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$108,000
Interest Rate
7.15%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $273,000 | Carrington Title Partners | |
| Warranty Deed | $192,500 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $160,000 | Heritage Title Company | |
| Warranty Deed | $194,500 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $186,000 | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Warranty Deed | -- | -- | |
| Warranty Deed | $95,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $218,320 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $175,518 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $157,003 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $155,600 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $183,409 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $108,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/18/2025 11/18/25 | Sold | $272,900 | -2.5% | $163 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/27/2025 10/27/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/21/2025 10/21/25 | Price Changed | $279,900 | 0.0% | $167 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/21/2025 10/21/25 | For Sale | $279,900 | -2.0% | $167 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/14/2025 10/14/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/09/2025 10/09/25 | For Sale | $285,500 | 0.0% | $171 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/03/2025 10/03/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 09/30/2025 09/30/25 | Price Changed | $285,500 | -1.5% | $171 / Sq Ft | |
| 09/18/2025 09/18/25 | For Sale | $289,900 | +50.6% | $173 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/14/2020 08/14/20 | Sold | $192,500 | -6.1% | $113 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 07/05/2020 07/05/20 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/01/2020 07/01/20 | For Sale | $205,000 | +28.2% | $121 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/04/2015 12/04/15 | Sold | $159,900 | 0.0% | $94 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 10/11/2015 10/11/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/08/2015 10/08/15 | For Sale | $159,900 | -- | $94 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $5,857 | $81,191 | $14,313 | $66,878 |
| 2023 | $5,571 | $73,350 | $12,931 | $60,419 |
| 2022 | $5,279 | $66,883 | $11,791 | $55,092 |
| 2021 | $5,044 | $62,531 | $11,024 | $51,507 |
| 2020 | $4,897 | $59,695 | $10,524 | $49,171 |
| 2019 | $4,750 | $56,863 | $10,025 | $46,838 |
| 2018 | $4,487 | $51,389 | $9,444 | $41,945 |
| 2017 | $4,380 | $48,581 | $8,928 | $39,653 |
| 2016 | $4,167 | $45,070 | $8,283 | $36,787 |
| 2015 | -- | $41,311 | $7,592 | $33,719 |
| 2014 | -- | $40,801 | $7,498 | $33,303 |
| 2013 | -- | $41,877 | $7,696 | $34,181 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ray Watson
-
Emily Cerrillos
E
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Emily Cerrillos
Ardain Real Estate Inc.
(331) 431-7737
1 in this area
4 Total Sales
-
Kendra Perham
Seller's Agent in 2020
Kendra Perham
Suburban Life Realty, Ltd.
(630) 945-5499
1 in this area
66 Total Sales
-
Carlos Betancourt
Seller's Agent in 2015
Carlos Betancourt
Premier Living Properties
(847) 456-1411
70 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12475892
APN: 06-15-428-019
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