Seller's Agent in 2025
Steve Rollins
Compass
(847) 308-3161
1 in this area
139 Total Sales
7 S Edison Ave Elgin, IL 60123
Near West Elgin Neighborhood
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,320
Sq Ft
6,599
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Home Office
- Fenced Yard
- Wood Flooring
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Balcony
About This Home
As of January 2025Beautifully updated Cape Cod that blends modern touches with classic charm. Enter through a leaded glass door into a welcoming foyer with slate tile flooring. Beyond, an open-concept great room and dining area await, featuring chair rail detailing, decorative paint, and a stylish overhead light, seamlessly flowing into the updated kitchen. This kitchen shines with granite countertops, a glass tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and a breakfast bar that opens to the dining area, along with additional table space. Off the foyer, you'll find a spacious living room adorned with a lighted ceiling fan, a brick-surround fireplace, and custom blinds. Throughout the first floor, you'll appreciate 6" baseboards, crown molding, arched doorways, and wide-plank hardwood floors, all adding a touch of elegance. Upstairs, the master and second bedrooms both offer walk-in closets, hardwood flooring, and decorative paint. A full bath on this level features a tile-surround tub/shower, marble-look vinyl flooring, an oak vanity with a cultured marble sink, and a window that fills the space with natural light. The second bedroom features a private deck. The finished basement provides versatile space, with vinyl tile flooring, half-wall wood paneling, a bar area, a rec room, a utility room, and a cozy private room. The full bath here includes a slate-tile shower with a seating bench and a furniture-style vanity.Situated on a spacious lot, this home offers a large concrete patio, pond, a detached two-car garage, mature landscaping, and convenient access to shopping, schools, expressways, and the Metra. Truly a must-see!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $4,982
Year Built
- Built in 1923
Lot Details
- 6,599 Sq Ft Lot
- Fenced Yard
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- No Garage
- Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Asphalt Roof
- Aluminum Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,320 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Wet Bar
- Bar
- Ceiling Fan
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
- Home Office
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Potential Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Balcony
- Patio
Schools
- Washington Elementary School
- Abbott Middle School
- Larkin High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
- Sunset Park Subdivision, Modified Cape Cod Floorplan
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 16, 2024
Closed on
Jan 7, 2025
Sold by
Atkins Jennifer M
Bought by
Bazos Theodore and Klos Alyssa
Seller's Agent
Steve Rollins
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Tim Binning
RE/MAX All Pro
List Price
$250,000
Sold Price
$255,000
Premium/Discount to List
$5,000
2%
Views
14
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$16,139
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.67%
Original Mortgage
$240,000
Outstanding Balance
$238,356
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$32,783
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 18, 2018
Closed on
Jan 7, 2019
Sold by
Moon Rebekah L Braun and Braun Rebekah L
Bought by
Atkins Jennifer M
Seller's Agent
Andrew Stoll
Stoll Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Steve Rollins
Compass
List Price
$159,000
Sold Price
$148,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$11,000
-6.92%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
9.57%
Original Mortgage
$143,560
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 19, 2011
Sold by
Fannie Mae
Bought by
Braun Rebekah L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$64,308
Interest Rate
4.8%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 13, 2010
Sold by
Snyder Kenneth C and Snyder Kimberly J
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 25, 1996
Sold by
Richter Gary A and Richter Lisa E
Bought by
Snyder Kenneth C and Snyder Kimberly J
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,800
Interest Rate
6.5%
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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 | $255,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $148,000 | Attorney Title Guaranty Fund | |
| Corporate Deed | $80,500 | Greater Illinois Title Co | |
| Sheriffs Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $116,000 | Stewart Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $240,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $143,560 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $64,308 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $100,800 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/10/2025 01/10/25 | Sold | $255,000 | +2.0% | $193 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/16/2024 12/16/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 12/16/2024 12/16/24 | For Sale | $250,000 | +68.9% | $189 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/01/2019 02/01/19 | Sold | $148,000 | -3.9% | $112 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 11/27/2018 11/27/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/21/2018 11/21/18 | Price Changed | $154,000 | -3.1% | $117 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/14/2018 11/14/18 | For Sale | $159,000 | 0.0% | $120 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/22/2018 10/22/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/18/2018 10/18/18 | For Sale | $159,000 | -- | $120 / 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 | $5,245 | $73,538 | $14,313 | $59,225 |
| 2023 | $4,981 | $66,436 | $12,931 | $53,505 |
| 2022 | $4,733 | $60,578 | $11,791 | $48,787 |
| 2021 | $4,518 | $56,636 | $11,024 | $45,612 |
| 2020 | $4,384 | $54,068 | $10,524 | $43,544 |
| 2019 | $4,810 | $51,503 | $10,025 | $41,478 |
| 2018 | $4,797 | $48,519 | $9,444 | $39,075 |
| 2017 | $4,718 | $45,868 | $8,928 | $36,940 |
| 2016 | $4,538 | $42,553 | $8,283 | $34,270 |
| 2015 | -- | $39,004 | $7,592 | $31,412 |
| 2014 | -- | $38,522 | $7,498 | $31,024 |
| 2013 | -- | $39,538 | $7,696 | $31,842 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Steve Rollins
-
Tim Binning
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Tim Binning
RE/MAX
(630) 202-5940
2 in this area
435 Total Sales
-
Andrew Stoll
Seller's Agent in 2019
Andrew Stoll
Stoll Real Estate
(847) 214-1619
3 in this area
158 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12257060
APN: 06-15-432-002
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