NOT LISTED FOR SALE

56 S Du Bois Ave Elgin, IL 60123

Estimated Value: $172,939 - $267,000

2 Beds
1 Bath
564 Sq Ft
$395/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 15, 2019

Last sale price $118,000 $209 Per Sq Ft

Est. 89% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,454/month

29 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 3-minute walk to Abbott Park
  • Wood Flooring

About This Home

As of August 2019

Charming 2 Bedroom, 1 bath house in quite a charming neighborhood. Short distance to stores and schools. One half block from the public bus route. This is a great starter home or rental property. In 2018, it passed the City of Elgin Rental Inspection. Property being sold as-is, but you are welcome to do your own inspection, and it will meet all lending criteria. Taxes do not include a Homeowners Exemption. Has full basement and a large yard. Furnace is old but works extremely well and is very efficient!! For your peace of mind, seller is offering a one year home warranty! All freshly painted. Move in ready!! Everything has been done for you!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

George Ayling

Select a Fee RE System License #471002936 Listed on: 06/20/2019

Co-Listed By

Darrett Brown

Select a Fee RE System License #475143693

Last Buyer's Agent

Jason Stoops

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475176410

Coldwell Banker Realty

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,488

Year Built | Renovated

  • 1918 | 2019

Lot Details

  • 6,098

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Slab Foundation
  • Frame Construction
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Parking

  • Parking Available
  • Off-Street Parking
  • Parking Included in Price

Utilities

  • Gravity Heating System
  • Heating System Uses Gas

Additional Features

  • Wood Flooring
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,488

Year Built | Renovated

1918 | 2019

Lot Details

0

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Rehab Year: 2019
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Style Of House: Ranch
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Estimated Year Built: 1918
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1918
  • Year Renovated: 2019

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • Number Of Rooms: 4
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 15X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Equipment: Ceiling Fan
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 2
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 2
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 12X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Rooms: No additional rooms
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 10X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 10X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 564

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Frame
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Storms/Screens
  • Acreage: 0.1475

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 2
  • Parking: Space/s
  • Parking Details: Off Street
  • Number Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking On Site: Yes
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Parking Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Water: Public
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Gravity Air

Schools

  • School District: 46
  • Junior High Dist: 46

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 48X134
  • Parcel Identification Number: 0615478010

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 2647.26

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 20, 2019
Closed on
Aug 14, 2019
Sold by
Johnston Michael and Burge Susan
Bought by
Isunza Michelle L
Seller's Agent
George Ayling
Select a Fee RE System
Buyer's Agent
Jason Stoops
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$129,900
Sold Price
$118,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$11,900
-9.16%
Total Days on Market
29
Current Estimated Value
$222,985

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$104,985
Avg. Annual Appreciation
11.53%
Original Mortgage
$96,052
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 15, 2016
Closed on
Jul 29, 2016
Sold by
Buttrum Charles and Buttrum Ann Lou
Bought by
Johnston Michael and Burge Susan
Seller's Agent
Bob Wisdom
RE/MAX Horizon
Buyer's Agent
Chris Bleser
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$79,500
Sold Price
$79,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$500
-0.63%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
14.11%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Isunza Michelle L $118,000 Attorney
Johnston Michael $79,000 First American Title
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Isunza Michelle L $127,187
Closed Tsunza Michelle L $99,345
Closed Isunza Michelle L $95,408
Closed Isunza Michelle L $96,052
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
08/15/2019 08/15/19 Sold $118,000 -3.2% $209 / Sq Ft
07/19/2019 07/19/19 Pending -- -- --
07/12/2019 07/12/19 Price Changed $121,900 -6.2% $216 / Sq Ft
06/20/2019 06/20/19 For Sale $129,900 +64.4% $230 / Sq Ft
08/02/2016 08/02/16 Sold $79,000 -0.6% $140 / Sq Ft
07/19/2016 07/19/16 Pending -- -- --
07/15/2016 07/15/16 For Sale $79,500 -- $141 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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
2023 $2,488 $37,186 $12,931 $24,255
2022 $2,420 $33,907 $11,791 $22,116
2021 $2,293 $31,701 $11,024 $20,677
2020 $2,213 $30,263 $10,524 $19,739
2019 $2,692 $28,828 $10,025 $18,803
2018 $2,692 $27,226 $9,444 $17,782
2017 $2,647 $25,738 $8,928 $16,810
2016 $2,547 $23,878 $8,283 $15,595
2015 -- $21,886 $7,592 $14,294
2014 -- $21,616 $7,498 $14,118
2013 -- $22,186 $7,696 $14,490
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10423858

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-15-478-010