This is the one buyers have been waiting for. Updated, move-in ready, and located in highly sought-after Century Oaks, this 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home checks every box and then some. From the moment you pull up, the curb appeal stands out with mature trees and established landscaping. Step inside to a bright, open layout featuring real hardwood floors, a sun-drenched living room, and a charming potbelly stove that adds warmth and character you won't find just anywhere. The remodeled kitchen is a showstopper with the perfect eat-in space for everyday living. Upstairs offers 4 spacious bedrooms, including a large primary suite with private bath, plus an oversized second bedroom with sitting space, ideal for today's flexible lifestyle. Full basement with endless possibilities. Big-ticket updates are already done: new windows, new furnace, new gutters and A/C (2019) so you can move in with confidence. Out back, enjoy a huge, New cedar fenced yard with mature trees, New composite deck, and New brick paver patio, your own private escape just in time for summer. Homes this updated, spacious, and in this location-do not last. Schedule your showing now before the competition does. Final and Best Due By Sunday 4/19 at NOON.
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$430,000
1285 N Lyle Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
4beds
1,853sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1978
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$431,700 Zestimate®
$232/sqft
$3,195 Estimated rent
Home value
$431,700
$393,000 - $475,000
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Established landscapingMature treesPrivate escapeNew composite deckBright open layoutNew brick paver patioRemodeled kitchen
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Listing courtesy of:
Danielle Klausing (847)812-7888,
Real Broker LLC
Bought with:
Abby Powell
Baird & Warner
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12617242
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X14
Eating area
- Features: Flooring (Luxury Vinyl), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 170 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X17
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X12
Office
- Level: Basement
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X10
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Sink
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Attic: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,853 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2.5
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- Fencing: Fenced,Wood
Lot
- Size: 8,712 sqft
- Dimensions: 75X115
- Features: Mature Trees, Level
Details
- Parcel number: 0604427009
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: TV-Cable, Ceiling Fan(s), Radon Mitigation System
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1978
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Elgin
- Subdivision: Century Oaks
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/5/2026 | Sold | $430,000+7.5%$232/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12617242 Report a problem | ||
| 4/20/2026 | Contingent | $400,000$216/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12617242 Report a problem | ||
| 4/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $400,000+33.3%$216/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12617242 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2022 | Sold | $300,000+0%$162/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11437402 Report a problem | ||
| 9/1/2022 | Contingent | $299,900$162/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11437402 Report a problem | ||
| 8/27/2022 | Price change | $299,900-3.2%$162/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11437402 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2022 | Price change | $309,900-1.6%$167/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11437402 Report a problem | ||
| 7/20/2022 | Price change | $314,900-3.1%$170/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11437402 Report a problem | ||
| 7/2/2022 | Listed for sale | $324,900+116.6%$175/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11437402 Report a problem | ||
| 5/23/2001 | Sold | $150,000+7.1%$81/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/1996 | Sold | $140,000$76/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,500 +4.9% | $101,722 +10.7% |
| 2023 | $7,152 +6% | $91,898 +9.7% |
| 2022 | $6,746 +4.5% | $83,795 +7% |
| 2021 | $6,454 +2.9% | $78,343 +4.8% |
| 2020 | $6,274 +3% | $74,790 +5% |
| 2019 | $6,093 +4.7% | $71,242 +9.9% |
| 2018 | $5,818 +2.3% | $64,850 +5.8% |
| 2017 | $5,688 -6.2% | $61,306 +7.8% |
| 2016 | $6,066 | $56,876 +9.1% |
| 2015 | -- | $52,132 +1.2% |
| 2014 | -- | $51,489 -2.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $52,847 -7.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $57,082 -10.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $63,900 -9.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $70,725 -6.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $75,820 -7.6% |
| 2008 | -- | $82,054 +3.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $79,417 +4.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $76,224 +6.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $71,579 +6.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $67,047 +7.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $62,202 +8% |
| 2002 | -- | $57,595 +7.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $53,601 +5.1% |
| 2000 | -- | $51,009 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Century Oaks
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Century Oaks Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.7 mi
- 3/10Kimball Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 3/10Larkin High SchoolGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 2.3 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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- Illinois
- Kane County
- Elgin
- 60123
- Century Oaks
- 1285 N Lyle Ave
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