474 Sunset Dr Elgin, IL 60123
Southwest Elgin NeighborhoodEstimated payment $2,113/month
Highlights
- Deck
- Property is near park
- Recreation Room
- Wood Burning Stove
- Family Room with Fireplace
- Vaulted Ceiling
About This Home
Meticulously maintained by the same owner for decades, this charming Cape Cod is ready for its next owner. Located in desirable Sunset Park this property is full of character and offers 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and plenty space both inside and out. The main level features a welcoming living room with plantation shutters, a separate formal dining room with plantation shutters, and an updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and peninsula for additional counter space. A cozy family room just off the kitchen with wood burning stove provides the perfect spot to relax. The first floor bedroom and full bath add convenience and flexibility. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms include one with a walk-in closet. The partially finished basement expands the living space with a recreation room with a brick fire place and built in dry bar, bonus room, huge laundry room, and adjacent utility room with abundant storage. Outside, enjoy a large deck overlooking the expansive fenced backyard, beautiful gardens, and lush landscaping, complemented by stunning front hydrangeas. An attached 1.5-car garage and a new roof in 2024 complete the property. Ideally located in a quiet, tree lined neighborhood near downtown Elgin, Fox River Trail & Lords Park Zoo while being minutes to shopping and dining. This is the perfect place to start your next chapter.
Listing Agent
Feliberto Salgado
Redfin Corporation Brokerage Phone: (224) 699-5002 License #475171675 Listed on: 08/12/2026
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,873
Year Built
- Built in 1948
Lot Details
- Fenced
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Aluminum Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,256 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Dry Bar
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Stove
- Plantation Shutters
- Family Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Bonus Room
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Dormer Attic
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Range with Range Hood
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Soaking Tub
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Fireplace in Basement
Schools
- Harriet Gifford Elementary Schoo
- Abbott Middle School
- Larkin High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Additional Features
- Deck
- Property is near park
Community Details
- Sunset Park Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $4,873 | $79,878 | $18,293 | $61,585 |
| 2024 | $4,873 | $73,573 | $16,849 | $56,724 |
| 2023 | $4,302 | $66,468 | $15,222 | $51,246 |
| 2022 | $2,225 | $60,607 | $13,880 | $46,727 |
| 2021 | $2,289 | $56,663 | $12,977 | $43,686 |
| 2020 | $2,340 | $54,094 | $12,389 | $41,705 |
| 2019 | $2,396 | $51,528 | $11,801 | $39,727 |
| 2018 | $2,536 | $46,167 | $11,117 | $35,050 |
| 2017 | $2,639 | $43,645 | $10,510 | $33,135 |
| 2016 | $2,736 | $40,490 | $9,750 | $30,740 |
| 2015 | -- | $37,113 | $8,937 | $28,176 |
| 2014 | -- | $36,655 | $8,827 | $27,828 |
| 2013 | -- | $37,622 | $9,060 | $28,562 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/16/2026 08/16/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/12/2026 08/12/26 | For Sale | $300,000 | -- | $239 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12705140
APN: 06-22-279-022
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