Elgin Historic District home was completely renovated inside and out in 2014, but retains its 1870 charm. Many vintage details including moldings, staircase, pocket doors, and high ceilings on the main level. Kitchen was modernized with granite counters and stainless appliances, yet still fits in with the historic nature of the home. Plumbing and electrical was updated during the renovation. Current owners have redone the landscaping and updated numerous mechanicals, including boiler (2017), HVAC (2017), driveway (2018), refrigerator/dishwasher/disposal (2021), and roof on both house and garage (2023). First floor bedroom. Just minutes from downtown Elgin and its many dining and entertainment options as well as Metra. Be sure to check out the virtual tour.
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$329,000
165 S Gifford St, Elgin, IL 60120
3beds
1,702sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1870
10,454.4 Square Feet Lot
$351,900 Zestimate®
$193/sqft
$2,606 Estimated rent
Home value
$351,900
$317,000 - $394,000
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First floor bedroomPocket doorsGranite countersStainless appliancesVintage details
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Robert Homa 630-567-7196,
Baird & Warner
Bought with:
Lou Zucaro
Baird & Warner
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12267276
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Den
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 204 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X12
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Granite Counters, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X9
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Steam, Radiator(s)
Cooling
- Central Air, Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Oven
- Laundry: Sink
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,702 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Asphalt, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
Lot
- Size: 10,454 sqft
- Dimensions: 63X165
Details
- Parcel number: 0613377011
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: TV-Cable, Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1870
- Major remodel year: 2014
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Location
- Region: Elgin
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/25/2025 | Sold | $329,000$193/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12267276 Report a problem | ||
| 2/3/2025 | Pending sale | $329,000$193/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12267276 Report a problem | ||
| 1/25/2025 | Contingent | $329,000$193/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12267276 Report a problem | ||
| 1/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $329,000+77.8%$193/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12267276 Report a problem | ||
| 3/28/2017 | Sold | $185,000-2.6%$109/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09512989 Report a problem | ||
| 2/27/2017 | Pending sale | $189,900$112/sqft |
Source: RE/MAX Horizon #09512989 Report a problem | ||
| 2/25/2017 | Listed for sale | $189,900+26.6%$112/sqft |
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| 7/22/2014 | Sold | $150,000-3.2%$88/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/2014 | Pending sale | $154,900$91/sqft |
Source: Home Owners Realty, INC. #08607159 Report a problem | ||
| 4/30/2014 | Listed for sale | $154,900+151.9%$91/sqft |
Source: Owner Report a problem | ||
| 5/28/2010 | Sold | $61,500-5.2%$36/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2010 | Price change | $64,900-64.9%$38/sqft |
Source: foreclosure.com Report a problem | ||
| 4/4/2010 | Listed for sale | -- |
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| 9/21/2004 | Sold | $185,000$109/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,530 +5% | $89,595 +10.7% |
| 2023 | $6,218 +5.8% | $80,942 +9.7% |
| 2022 | $5,879 +4.6% | $73,805 +7% |
| 2021 | $5,621 +2.9% | $69,002 +4.8% |
| 2020 | $5,461 +3% | $65,873 +5% |
| 2019 | $5,300 +2.3% | $62,749 +7.4% |
| 2018 | $5,181 +2.4% | $58,406 +5.8% |
| 2017 | $5,062 -7.3% | $55,215 +7.8% |
| 2016 | $5,463 | $51,225 +9.1% |
| 2015 | -- | $46,952 +11.5% |
| 2014 | -- | $42,093 +29.9% |
| 2013 | -- | $32,403 +9.9% |
| 2012 | -- | $29,476 -1.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $29,997 -53.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $64,591 -6.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $69,244 |
| 2008 | -- | $69,244 +3.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $67,019 +7.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $62,204 +6.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $58,413 +6.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $54,714 +7.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $50,760 +11.3% |
| 2002 | -- | $45,616 +7.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $42,453 +5.1% |
| 2000 | -- | $40,401 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Gifford Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Channing Memorial Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.2 mi
- 4/10Ellis Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Elgin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Channing Memorial Elementary Sch
- Middle: Ellis Middle School
- High: Elgin 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
- 60120
- Gifford Park
- 165 S Gifford St
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