Beautifully updated and move-in ready, this bright and spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bath upper-level ranch condo is located in the highly desirable Thornwood Community in South Elgin. This home features vaulted ceilings, brand new hardwood flooring, and fresh neutral paint throughout, creating a clean and modern feel the moment you walk in. The living room opens to a private dining area and balcony, and the kitchen includes stainless steel appliances and generous cabinet space. The primary suite offers a large walk-in closet and a private bath with dual sinks and an updated separate shower, while the secondary bathroom features a brand new tub/shower surround. Additional highlights include a new roof, newer water heater, and an attached 2-car garage. The Thornwood Community offers resort-style amenities including a pool, clubhouse, parks, playgrounds, and scenic walking and biking paths-along with HOA-provided lawn care and snow removal for added convenience. A true turnkey home in a sought-after location close to schools, shopping, and recreation.
Closed
$285,000
253 Nicole Dr Unit E, South Elgin, IL 60177
3beds
1,552sqft
Condominium, Single Family Residence
Built in 2000
-- sqft lot
$290,900 Zestimate®
$184/sqft
$2,473 Estimated rent
Home value
$290,900
$262,000 - $323,000
$2,473/mo
Zestimate® history
Owner options
List your home for rent
$2,473/mo
Rent Zestimate®
Find your next renter with Zillow Rental Manager. Plus, with online applications, you can quickly screen prospective tenants – for free.
$2,473/mo
Rent Zestimate®
Refinance and save
$2,285/mo
Est. payment
Refinancing to a lower rate could help reduce your monthly payments and save thousands over the life of the loan.
$2,285/mo
Est. payment
Explore your selling options
Work with a Zillow partner agent
Leverage their expertise and Zillow's premium Showcase listings to get your home seen by more buyers.
Get startedList with your own agent
Get your home in front of millions of buyers by listing it on Zillow.
Learn how to do itSell it yourself
Take full control of how buyers see your home on Zillow by listing For Sale by Owner (FSBO).
List your homeWhat's special
Vaulted ceilingsGenerous cabinet spaceBrand new hardwood flooringNew roofUpdated separate shower
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jackie Theisen 847-778-2636,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Jay Rodgers
eXp Realty - St. Charles
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12526621
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X14
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X17
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 40 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X5
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X17
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Basement: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,552 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Details
- Parcel number: 0632402087
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Condo
- Property subtype: Condominium, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2000
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Party Room, Pool
- Services included: Insurance, Clubhouse, Pool, Lawn Care, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $201 monthly
Location
- Region: South Elgin
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $184/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $253,542
- Annual tax amount: $5,629
- Date on market: 12/5/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Condo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/16/2026 | Sold | $285,000-1.7%$184/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12526621 Report a problem | ||
| 1/5/2026 | Pending sale | $289,900$187/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12526621 Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2025 | Contingent | $289,900$187/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12526621 Report a problem | ||
| 12/5/2025 | Listed for sale | $289,900+68.5%$187/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12526621 Report a problem | ||
| 3/7/2001 | Sold | $172,000$111/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,629 +6.2% | $84,514 +10.7% |
| 2023 | $5,303 +1.7% | $76,352 +9.7% |
| 2022 | $5,214 +7.3% | $69,620 +7% |
| 2021 | $4,860 +8.9% | $65,090 +8.8% |
| 2020 | $4,462 +5.9% | $59,837 +5% |
| 2019 | $4,215 -2.9% | $56,998 -1.9% |
| 2018 | $4,340 +8.2% | $58,084 +5.8% |
| 2017 | $4,010 -20.4% | $54,910 +7.8% |
| 2016 | $5,036 | $50,942 +9.1% |
| 2015 | -- | $46,693 +9.1% |
| 2014 | -- | $42,817 -2.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $43,946 -7.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $47,468 -10.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $53,138 -9.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $58,814 -6.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $63,051 |
| 2008 | -- | $63,051 -5.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $66,502 +1.5% |
| 2006 | -- | $65,519 +6.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $61,526 -0.1% |
| 2004 | -- | $61,613 +7.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $57,160 +8% |
| 2002 | -- | $52,926 +63.8% |
| 2001 | -- | $32,313 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60177
Nearby homes
- $280,2002 bd2 ba1.2k sqft253 Nicole Dr UNIT A, South Elgin, IL 60177Off Market
- $304,0003 bd2 ba1.5k sqft253 Nicole Dr UNIT B, South Elgin, IL 60177Off Market
- $294,8002 bd3 ba1.4k sqft253 Nicole Dr UNIT C, South Elgin, IL 60177Off Market
- $299,6002 bd2 ba1.4k sqft253 Nicole Dr UNIT D, South Elgin, IL 60177Off Market
- $271,3002 bd2 ba1.2k sqft253 Nicole Dr UNIT F, South Elgin, IL 60177Off Market
- $272,5002 bd2 ba1.2k sqft254 Nicole Dr UNIT A, South Elgin, IL 60177Off Market
- $266,1002 bd3 ba1.1k sqft254 Nicole Dr UNIT C, South Elgin, IL 60177Off Market
- $303,7003 bd3 ba1.4k sqft254 Nicole Dr UNIT D, South Elgin, IL 60177Off Market
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Corron Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Wredling Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 5.4 mi
- 8/10St Charles North High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Corron Elementary School
- High: St Charles North High School
- District: 303
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.
Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value
$290,900
Get a cash offer in 3 minutes
Find out how much your home could sell for in as little as 3 minutes with a no-obligation cash offer.
Estimated market value
$290,900
- Illinois
- Kane County
- South Elgin
- 60177
- 253 Nicole Dr Unit E
Nearby cities
Nearby zip codes
Other South Elgin Topics
