444 Prairie St Elgin, IL 60120
Gifford Park NeighborhoodEstimated payment $2,336/month
Highlights
- Property is near a park
- Wood Flooring
- Farmhouse Style Home
- Fireplace in Grand Entry Hall
- Main Floor Bedroom
- 3-minute walk to Channing Park
About This Home
Located in Elgin's Historic District, this Farmhouse/Queen Anne style home offers over 2,100 sq. ft. of timeless character. Step inside to find a gracious front hall with fireplace, a curved staircase, and hardwood floors. The updated kitchen and two baths provide today's comforts while honoring the home's history. Upstairs you'll find three bedrooms plus a den. The main level includes a versatile bedroom/office with an adjacent full bath, ideal for guests or multi-generational living. Recent updates include a new water heater (2021), some new copper plumbing in the basement (2023), all new carpet upstairs (2021), new flooring in a bedroom (2025), new refrigerator (2024), new washer/dryer (2024), refreshed grass in the yard (2024), and the removal of three large trees (2024). Set on a corner lot, close to the park and school across the street. Enjoy all that downtown Elgin has to offer. A truly rare opportunity to own a piece of Elgin's history in a prime, walkable location.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,614
Year Built
- Built in 1892 | Remodeled in 2010
Lot Details
- 8,712 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 66x132
- Corner Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
Home Design
- Farmhouse Style Home
- Stone Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,116 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Historic or Period Millwork
- Beamed Ceilings
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Fireplace in Grand Entry Hall
- Shades
- Blinds
- Window Screens
- Mud Room
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Den
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Gas Dryer Hookup
Home Security
- Storm Windows
- Storm Doors
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Porch
Location
- Property is near a park
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Radiator
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 | $6,614 | $90,644 | $14,979 | $75,665 |
| 2023 | $6,299 | $81,890 | $13,532 | $68,358 |
| 2022 | $5,954 | $74,670 | $12,339 | $62,331 |
| 2021 | $5,693 | $69,811 | $11,536 | $58,275 |
| 2020 | $5,531 | $66,645 | $11,013 | $55,632 |
| 2019 | $5,369 | $63,484 | $10,491 | $52,993 |
| 2018 | $4,576 | $52,284 | $9,883 | $42,401 |
| 2017 | $4,467 | $49,427 | $9,343 | $40,084 |
| 2016 | $4,251 | $45,855 | $8,668 | $37,187 |
| 2015 | -- | $42,030 | $7,945 | $34,085 |
| 2014 | -- | $41,511 | $7,847 | $33,664 |
| 2013 | -- | $48,703 | $8,054 | $40,649 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/11/2025 09/11/25 | For Sale | $335,000 | +52.3% | $158 / Sq Ft |
| 06/22/2021 06/22/21 | Sold | $220,000 | +2.5% | $104 / Sq Ft |
| 04/26/2021 04/26/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/26/2021 04/26/21 | For Sale | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/22/2021 04/22/21 | For Sale | $214,700 | -- | $101 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $220,000 | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $127,000 | None Available | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $67,500 | Ticor Title Insurance Co | |
| Sheriffs Deed | -- | Ticor Title Insurance Co | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $209,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $34,105 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $124,699 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $50,250 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $122,500 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $105,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $89,000 | Unknown |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12468549
APN: 06-13-332-018
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