Amazing opportunity to own a piece of history and in such great shape! Historical touches meet modern design. Upon entry architectural details will be noticed from the entry room decor, gallery crown molding, gorgeous pocket doors LR to DR, stenciled wall art, & coffered ceilings. Amazing built-ins & antique lighting. Original hardwood floors & double pane windows are in amazing condition! Custom vaulted ceiling from modernized kitchen to upstairs finished attic. Decorative brick column follows you up the stairs as well. Kitchen boasts 42" maple cabinets, granite ctops, a pro-style cooking stove & hood, SS appliances, copper sink & ceramic floor. Attic could be 3rd bedroom. Huge storage room. Kitchen access to paver brick patio and full 7' high basement w/more serious storage & an exterior access. Dry and solid basement homes a tankless water heater, 200 amp updated electric service, laundry area potential 2nd bathroom plumbing. Brand new cedar shake roof 2024. Custom brick paver patio w/ granite bar ready for entertaining. Unique opportunity at this entry home owner price, expect this one to go fast.
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$275,000
121 Monroe St, Elgin, IL 60123
2beds
1,400sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1913
-- sqft lot
$276,900 Zestimate®
$196/sqft
$2,084 Estimated rent
Home value
$276,900
$252,000 - $305,000
$2,084/mo
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Architectural detailsDecorative brick columnAntique lightingOriginal hardwood floorsAmazing built-insGallery crown moldingStenciled wall art
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Francois Moret 847-754-7114,
Real 1 Realty
Bought with:
Nico Verzillo
Fulton Grace Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12597559
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Wood Frames)
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Wood Frames)
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Second
- Area: 440 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X20
Deck
- Features: Flooring (Pavers)
- Level: Main
- Area: 490 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 35X14
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s), Curtains/Drapes, Wood Frames)
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Pantry-Butler, Custom Cabinetry, Granite Counters, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (Wood Frames)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes, Wood Frames, Some Stained Glass)
- Level: Main
- Area: 286 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X13
Loft
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Second
- Area: 242 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X11
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 400 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X16
Heating
- Electric, Radiant
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Coffered Ceiling(s), Historic/Period Mlwk, Granite Counters
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Doors: Sliding Doors, Storm Door(s), Pocket Door(s)
- Windows: Screens, Wood Frames
- Basement: Unfinished,Exterior Entry,Full,Walk-Out Access
- Attic: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,400 sqft
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Dimensions: 53.2 x 65.3 x 45.5 x 66
Details
- Parcel number: 0614162016
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
- Roof: Shake
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1913
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Water Heater
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Elgin
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/8/2026 | Sold | $275,000$196/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12597559 Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2026 | Contingent | $275,000$196/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12597559 Report a problem | ||
| 3/30/2026 | Listed for sale | $275,000$196/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12597559 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,061 +5.3% | $71,244 +10.7% |
| 2023 | $4,805 +5.2% | $64,364 +9.7% |
| 2022 | $4,569 +4.8% | $58,689 +7% |
| 2021 | $4,360 +3.1% | $54,870 +4.7% |
| 2020 | $4,230 +3.2% | $52,382 +5% |
| 2019 | $4,100 +3.1% | $49,897 +7.9% |
| 2018 | $3,977 +3.4% | $46,227 +5.8% |
| 2017 | $3,848 -11% | $43,701 +7.8% |
| 2016 | $4,324 +30.8% | $40,542 +9.1% |
| 2015 | $3,306 | $37,160 +1.3% |
| 2014 | $3,306 | $36,701 -1.9% |
| 2013 | $3,306 | $37,419 +0.3% |
| 2012 | -- | $37,315 -10.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $41,772 -16.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $49,839 -6.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $53,429 |
| 2008 | -- | $53,429 +3.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $51,712 +4.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $49,632 +6.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $46,607 +6.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $43,656 +12.2% |
| 2003 | -- | $38,911 +8% |
| 2002 | -- | $36,029 +7.4% |
| 2001 | -- | $33,531 +5.1% |
| 2000 | -- | $31,910 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60123
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Washington Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 3/10Abbott Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Larkin High SchoolGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- High: Larkin High School
- 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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