Timeless charm, a convenient location, and the perfect destination for cozy this holiday season. This sunlit beauty is boasting original hardwood floors, a first-floor bedroom & full bath, formal dining space, detailed moldings and niches, a bright & spacious kitchen, full basement, cozy sun room, character filled bedrooms with vaulted ceilings and exposed brick, 1 car garage with XL concrete drive, and a refreshing list of updates! New driveway & sidewalk (2022), Roof (2021), Furnace (2021), AC (2018), and water line from street to meter (2020). All of this plus a great location near Elgin's historic district plus schools, transportation, interstate access, parks, and countless shopping/dining options. A total ray of sunshine!
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$245,000
159 S Porter St, Elgin, IL 60120
3beds
1,351sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1884
7,405.2 Square Feet Lot
$254,900 Zestimate®
$181/sqft
$2,455 Estimated rent
Home value
$254,900
$227,000 - $285,000
$2,455/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: December 20, 2024 at 01:19pm
Listing courtesy of:
Sarah Goss, BPOR,CSC,SFR 630-202-3531,
Southwestern Real Estate, Inc.
Bought with:
Mark East
@properties Christies International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12189330
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X9
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Country Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X14
Sun room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 50 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X10
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Partial
Interior area
- Total structure area: 894
- Total interior livable area: 1,351 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 7,405 sqft
- Dimensions: 58X129
Details
- Parcel number: 0613405017
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1884
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Sidewalks, Street Lights
Location
- Region: Elgin
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/20/2024 | Sold | $245,000+0.8%$181/sqft |
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| 12/19/2024 | Pending sale | $243,000$180/sqft |
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| 11/19/2024 | Contingent | $243,000$180/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12189330 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2024 | Price change | $243,000-2%$180/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12189330 Report a problem | ||
| 10/26/2024 | Listed for sale | $248,000+10.2%$184/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12189330 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,825 +5.4% | $68,294 +10.7% |
| 2023 | $4,578 +5% | $61,699 +9.7% |
| 2022 | $4,358 +4.8% | $56,259 +7% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Gifford Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Channing Memorial Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 3/10Ellis Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 2/10Elgin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 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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Estimated market value
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