Wow! Great opportunity to own this beautiful vintage home in the very popular North East end of Elgin! Just a block to the bike path, Fox River and very quick access to I-90! Awesome wrap around front porch great for summer nights with cobblestone accent on exterior! Updated kitchen with custom 42" maple cabinetry, planning desk, tile backsplash! Separate formal dining area with custom built ins! Cozy living room with picture window and crown! 1st floor den/possible 4th bedroom with double French doors and direct access to full remodeled bath with walk in shower and oversized vanity! Back enclosed porch with wall of windows and built in bench seating great for unloading before entering the home! Large master bedroom! Gracious size secondary bedrooms and 3rd bedroom has a walk in flex play/craft room overlooking the backyard! Updated 2nd floor hall bathroom! Full unfinished basement great for storage! Awesome deep fenced lot! Oversized 2 1/2 finished garage! Separate brick patio area! Warmth and character through out! Quick access to downtown and train! Make this your dream home!
Contingent
$319,900
1017 Center St, Elgin, IL 60120
4beds
1,630sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1903
0.28 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$196/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Cobblestone accent on exteriorGracious size secondary bedroomsAwesome deep fenced lotSeparate brick patio areaTile backsplashLarge master bedroom
- 20 days |
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Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: November 27, 2025 at 01:50pm
Listing courtesy of:
Robert Wisdom 847-980-3670,
RE/MAX Horizon,
Lisa Wisdom,
RE/MAX Horizon
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12511400
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Enclosed Porch
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X8
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Second
- Area: 64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X8
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Enclosed porch
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X6
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features
- Flooring: Laminate
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 813
- Total interior livable area: 1,630 sqft
Video & virtual tour
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch, Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.28 Acres
- Dimensions: 65 X 186
Details
- Parcel number: 0612106005
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Stone
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1903
- Major remodel year: 2017
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Elgin
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $196/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $275,073
- Annual tax amount: $6,697
- Date on market: 11/20/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/27/2025 | Contingent | $319,900$196/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12511400 Report a problem | ||
| 11/20/2025 | Listed for sale | $319,900+60.8%$196/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12511400 Report a problem | ||
| 1/3/2018 | Listing removed | $199,000$122/sqft |
Source: Select a Fee RE System #09796006 Report a problem | ||
| 1/2/2018 | Listed for sale | $199,000+7.6%$122/sqft |
Source: Select a Fee RE System #09796006 Report a problem | ||
| 12/29/2017 | Sold | $185,000-7%$113/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09796006 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,698 +5% | $91,691 +10.7% |
| 2023 | $6,379 +5.8% | $82,836 +9.7% |
| 2022 | $6,029 +4.6% | $75,532 +7% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$2,248/mo
Principal & interest
$1574
Property taxes
$562
Home insurance
$112
Climate risks
Neighborhood: Northeastern Elgin
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 2/10Coleman Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.8 mi
- 2/10Larsen Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 2/10Elgin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 46
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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