Seller's Agent in 2025
Steve Rollins
Compass
(847) 308-3161
1 in this area
136 Total Sales
7 S Edison Ave Elgin, IL 60123
Near West Elgin NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $272,000 - $290,553
2
Beds
2
Baths
1,320
Sq Ft
$211/Sq Ft
Est. Value
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
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Dec 16, 2024
Closed on
Jan 7, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
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
$22,888
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.15%
Original Mortgage
$240,000
Outstanding Balance
$238,356
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$39,532
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 18, 2018
Closed on
Jan 7, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
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
Bought by
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
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 25, 1996
Sold by
Bought by
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
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $255,000 | None Listed On Document | ||
| $148,000 | Attorney Title Guaranty Fund | ||
| $80,500 | Greater Illinois Title Co | ||
| -- | None Available | ||
| $116,000 | Stewart Title Company |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $240,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $143,560 | ||
| Previous Owner | $64,308 | ||
| Previous Owner | $100,800 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| 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
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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
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Steve Rollins
-
Tim Binning
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Tim Binning
RE/MAX
(630) 202-5940
2 in this area
394 Total Sales
-
Andrew Stoll
Seller's Agent in 2019
Andrew Stoll
Stoll Real Estate
(847) 214-1619
1 in this area
144 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12257060
APN: 06-15-432-002
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