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  • $550,000

    214 S State St, Elgin, IL 60123

    8beds
    6,040sqft
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    $3,839/mo
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1889
    0.43 Acres Lot
    $-- Zestimate®
    $91/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Historic Elgin Mansion with great potential for Bed & Breakfast, Tourism Rentals, or just an awesome house to live in! Move-in Ready 8-bedrooms, 3-full baths, 2-half baths, 14-room 3-story mansion on .43-acres in the Elgin Historical District, across from the Fox River and the Grand Victoria Riverboat Casino. The Pelton Mansion was designed by the renowned Elgin architect, Gilbert M. Turnbull, and built in 1889 for Dr. Ora Levant Pelton, Sr., and has been a cherished part of the Historic Elgin House Tour for many years. Must-See in-person!
    44 days
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    8,765
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    705
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    Likely to sell faster than

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Larry Naselli 815-909-6687,

    Baird & Warner Far Northwest Suburban

    Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®,MLS#: 202603997MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 8
      • Bathrooms: 4
      • Full bathrooms: 3
      • 1/2 bathrooms: 2
      • Main level bathrooms: 1
      Primary bedroom
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 240
      • Dimensions: 16 x 15
      Bedroom 2
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 234
      • Dimensions: 18 x 13
      Bedroom 3
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 324
      • Dimensions: 18 x 18
      Bedroom 4
      • Level: Upper
      • Area: 135
      • Dimensions: 15 x 9
      Dining room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 209
      • Dimensions: 19 x 11
      Family room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 169
      • Dimensions: 13 x 13
      Kitchen
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 154
      • Dimensions: 14 x 11
      Living room
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 570
      • Dimensions: 30 x 19
      Heating
      • Hot Water/Steam
      Cooling
      • Window Unit(s)
      Appliances
      • Included: Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Stove/Cooktop, Washer, Gas Water Heater
      • Laundry: In Basement
      Features
      • Book Cases Built In, Ceiling-Wood Decorative, Walk-In Closet(s)
      • Windows: Skylight(s), Window Treatments
      • Basement: Basement Entrance,Full
      • Attic: Storage
      • Number of fireplaces: 3
      • Fireplace features: Wood Burning
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 6,040
      • Total interior livable area: 6,040 sqft
      • Finished area above ground: 4,628
      • Finished area below ground: 1,412
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      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 4
      • Parking features: Detached, Garage Door Opener, Tandem
      • Garage spaces: 4
      Features
      • Patio & porch: Enclosed
      • Has view: Yes
      • View description: River
      • Has water view: Yes
      • Water view: River
      Lot
      • Size: 0.43 Acres
      • Features: City/Town
      Details
      • Parcel number: 0614478023

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Siding
      • Roof: Shingle,Metal
      Condition
      • Year built: 1889

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Fuses
      • Sewer: City/Community
      • Water: City/Community

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Subdivision: IL
      Location
      • Region: Elgin

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $91/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $388,434
      • Annual tax amount: $10,725
      • Price range: $550K - $550K
      • Date on market: 7/2/2026
      • Cumulative days on market: 45 days
      • Ownership: Fee Simple
      • Road surface type: Hard Surface Road

        Estimated market value

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        Estimated sales range

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        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/2/2026Listed for sale$550,000+10%$91/sqft
        Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS® #202603997 Report a problem
        6/9/2025Sold$500,000-5.6%$83/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12180027 Report a problem
        2/21/2025Contingent$529,900$88/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12180027 Report a problem
        1/1/2025Price change$529,900-11.7%$88/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12180027 Report a problem
        10/3/2024Listed for sale$599,900-7.7%$99/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12180027 Report a problem
        9/3/2024Listing removed$650,000$108/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11848245 Report a problem
        8/3/2023Listed for sale$650,000$108/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11848245 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024$10,362 +3.9%$129,478 +10.7%
        2023$9,971 +7.8%$116,973 +9.7%
        2022$9,249 +4%$106,659 +7%
        2021$8,897 +2.5%$99,718 +4.8%
        2020$8,682 +16.7%$95,196 +5%
        2019$7,442 +1.1%$90,680 +6.2%
        2018$7,358 +2.6%$85,426 +5.8%
        2017$7,175 -10.2%$80,758 +7.8%
        2016$7,990 $74,922 +9.1%
        2015-- $68,673 +1.3%
        2014-- $67,825 -2.6%
        2013-- $69,614 -7.4%
        2012-- $75,193 -10.7%
        2011-- $84,175 -9.6%
        2010-- $93,165 -6.7%
        2009-- $99,877
        2008-- $99,877 +3.3%
        2007-- $96,667 +4.2%
        2006-- $92,780 +6.5%
        2005-- $87,125 +6.8%
        2004-- $81,608 +7.8%
        2003-- $75,711 +11.7%
        2002-- $67,751 +7.4%
        2001-- $63,054 +5.1%
        2000-- $60,006
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: Near West Elgin

        Getting around

        70 / 100
        Somewhat Walkable
        46 / 100
        Some Transit
        83 / 100
        Very Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • Elementary: Other/Outside Area
        • Middle: Other/Outside Area
        • High: Other/Outside Area
        • District: Other/Outside Area

        Source: NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS®. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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