Step back in time with this classic home that stands impressively in the heart of Elwood on the corner of Gardner and Chicago Streets with its wrap-around porch, and features not found in homes built today. Foyer greets your guests with staircase and view of the living and family rooms. The eat in kitchen features plenty of of cabinet and counter space, and opens into the formal dining room. Dining room features a stained glass window, pocket doors, and burled type wood accents. Four bedrooms upstairs, with updated full bath and updated between room half bath. Partial basement for utilities and work bench, with brand new hot water heater. Updates since 2020 include roof and gutters, flooring in bedrooms, living room and dining room. Garage and shed feature brand new roofs and siding. The garage is a reminder of Elwood's roots with the former arsenal, as the walls are constructed with wooden ammunition boxes. Additional lot and PIN# give you an over half an acre of fenced yard for recreation and hobbies, or just relax on the porch with your favorite refreshment, taking in the experience of small town living. Close to 53 and minutes to the Houbolt Road extension or I-55.
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$280,000
100 E Gardner St, Elwood, IL 60421
4beds
1,997sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in ----
0.53 Acres Lot
$356,300 Zestimate®
$140/sqft
$2,909 Estimated rent
Home value
$356,300
$335,000 - $378,000
$2,909/mo
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Stained glass windowWooden ammunition boxesLiving and family roomsEat in kitchenPocket doorsFormal dining roomWrap-around porch
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Matthew Rittof 815-545-2721,
Century 21 Circle
Bought with:
Jeff Jakob
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12367950
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Second
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X15
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X14
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X15
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X7
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Radiant
Cooling
- None
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Crawl Space,Cellar,Partial
- Attic: Pull Down Stair
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,997 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Asphalt, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.53 Acres
- Dimensions: 151X152
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Additional parcels included: 1011291270140000
- Parcel number: 1011291270120000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: American 4-Sq.
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding
- Foundation: Block, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Major remodel year: 2020
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Elwood
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 10/2/2025 | Sold | $280,000-6.7%$140/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12367950 Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2025 | Listing removed | $300,000$150/sqft |
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| 8/6/2025 | Contingent | $300,000$150/sqft |
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| 7/14/2025 | Price change | $300,000-3.2%$150/sqft |
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| 7/2/2025 | Price change | $310,000-1.6%$155/sqft |
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| 6/10/2025 | Price change | $315,000-3.1%$158/sqft |
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| 5/27/2025 | Listed for sale | $325,000$163/sqft |
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| 5/19/2025 | Contingent | $325,000$163/sqft |
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| 5/16/2025 | Listed for sale | $325,000+364.3%$163/sqft |
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| 7/20/2020 | Sold | $70,000-22.1%$35/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10766304 Report a problem | ||
| 7/20/2020 | Listed for sale | $89,900$45/sqft |
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| 7/10/2020 | Pending sale | $89,900$45/sqft |
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| 7/1/2020 | Listed for sale | $89,900$45/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,445 +15.6% | $79,048 +6.7% |
| 2023 | $4,709 -13.1% | $74,115 +3.9% |
| 2022 | $5,417 +4.3% | $71,315 +4.3% |
| 2021 | $5,193 +19.7% | $68,360 +8% |
| 2020 | $4,337 +1.2% | $63,293 +4.9% |
| 2019 | $4,286 +9.3% | $60,350 +11.4% |
| 2018 | $3,919 +3.1% | $54,191 +4.9% |
| 2017 | $3,803 +1.1% | $51,639 +2% |
| 2016 | $3,763 -0.4% | $50,651 +4.7% |
| 2015 | $3,778 | $48,400 |
| 2014 | $3,778 +4.4% | $48,400 |
| 2013 | $3,618 +0.5% | $48,400 -6.3% |
| 2012 | $3,600 -0.7% | $51,668 -9.9% |
| 2011 | $3,627 +4.4% | $57,350 -2.8% |
| 2010 | $3,476 +3.4% | $59,018 -1.8% |
| 2009 | $3,361 +6.6% | $60,100 +8.9% |
| 2008 | $3,154 | $55,176 +7% |
| 2007 | -- | $51,566 +10.3% |
| 2006 | $2,824 +5% | $46,754 +6.6% |
| 2005 | $2,689 +7.7% | $43,856 +6.9% |
| 2004 | $2,496 +0.8% | $41,029 +4.5% |
| 2003 | $2,475 | $39,273 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60421
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Elwood Child Care SchoolGrades: PK-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 2/10Joliet Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 8.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 203
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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