Truly historic American 4-square beauty in the heart of Elgin with updated full bathroom, roof, electrical and plumbing. Enjoy spectacular sunsets from your west facing front porch with bead board ceiling and plenty of room for everyone! The entry parlor boasts gorgeous hardwood floors that flow throughout the main floor, crown molding and beautiful wood staircase. The sun-filled living room has a big bay window, crown molding and a wood cased opening to the dining room with built-in cabinet and crown molding. The updated kitchen has shaker style natural cherry cabinets, quartz c-tops, SS appliances and a built-in pantry cabinet. There is a convenient mudroom at the back entry. Large primary bedroom with bayed window. Three generous size secondary bedrooms. Updated full hall bath with white vanity and shower/tub. The full unfinished basement and walk-up attic have unlimited possibilities for use! The house with it's fully fenced backyard and one car detached garage sits adjacent to open space and a neighborhood garden. Conveniently located close to downtown Elgin, Rte. 90, Metra, Pace and the Fox River! Come and claim a piece of history for yourself!
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$330,000
137 N Channing St, Elgin, IL 60120
4beds
1,906sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1906
5,662 Square Feet Lot
$344,700 Zestimate®
$173/sqft
$2,537 Estimated rent
Home value
$344,700
$310,000 - $383,000
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Alex Rullo, ABR 630-330-7570,
RE/MAX All Pro - St Charles,
Valerie Farkas 630-709-9244,
RE/MAX All Pro - St Charles
Bought with:
Claudia Goehner
Redfin Corporation
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12350934
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Mud Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Pantry-Closet), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Mud room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X5
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Humidifier
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup
Features
- Built-in Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Attic: Full,Interior Stair
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,906 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
Lot
- Size: 5,662 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 x 98 x 33 x 49 x 17 x 147
- Features: Corner Lot, Mature Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 0613252002
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: American 4-Sq.
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1906
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Elgin
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $173/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $240,069
- Annual tax amount: $5,258
- Date on market: 12/4/2025
- Cumulative days on market: 117 days
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/11/2025 | Sold | $330,000-5.7%$173/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 6/30/2025 | Contingent | $349,900$184/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12350934 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2025 | Listed for sale | $349,900-4.4%$184/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12350934 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2025 | Listing removed | $366,000$192/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12290282 Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2025 | Listed for sale | $366,000+54.4%$192/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12290282 Report a problem | ||
| 1/4/2021 | Sold | $237,000+0%$124/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 10/9/2020 | Sold | $236,900-1.3%$124/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10825930 Report a problem | ||
| 8/25/2020 | Pending sale | $239,900$126/sqft |
Source: Inspire Realty Group LLC #10825930 Report a problem | ||
| 8/5/2020 | Price change | $239,900-4%$126/sqft |
Source: Inspire Realty Group LLC #10825930 Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2020 | Listed for sale | $249,900+127.2%$131/sqft |
Source: Inspire Realty Group LLC #10825930 Report a problem | ||
| 1/4/2001 | Sold | $110,000$58/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,495 +4.5% | $80,023 +8.6% |
| 2024 | $5,258 +5.3% | $73,706 +10.7% |
| 2023 | $4,994 +5.3% | $66,588 +9.7% |
| 2022 | $4,745 +4.8% | $60,717 +7% |
| 2021 | $4,529 +7.9% | $56,766 +9.1% |
| 2020 | $4,196 +3.2% | $52,009 +5% |
| 2019 | $4,067 +12.3% | $49,542 +16.2% |
| 2018 | $3,621 +2.7% | $42,625 +5.8% |
| 2017 | $3,527 -11.5% | $40,296 +7.8% |
| 2016 | $3,987 | $37,384 +9.1% |
| 2015 | -- | $34,266 +1.2% |
| 2014 | -- | $33,843 -14.9% |
| 2013 | -- | $39,788 -16.6% |
| 2012 | -- | $47,692 -11.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $53,916 -9.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $59,675 -6.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $63,974 |
| 2008 | -- | $63,974 +3.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $61,918 +13.8% |
| 2006 | -- | $54,412 +6.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $51,096 +6.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $47,861 +7.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $44,402 +8% |
| 2002 | -- | $41,113 +7.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $38,262 +46.7% |
| 2000 | -- | $26,090 |
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Neighborhood: Gifford Park
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GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Ronald D O'Neal Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.3 mi
- 4/10Ellis Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.5 mi
- 2/10Elgin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 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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