Own a piece of history! This stunning Queen Anne-style home, built in 1887, boasts over 3,000 square feet of charm. Located in Elgin's Historic District, it was originally constructed for Edward and Cordelia Barclay. The home was featured in the 2016 Elgin Historic House Tour & won the prestigious 2015 Grand Prize award from Chicago Paint & Coatings for "Chicago's Finest Painted Ladies!" The home features 10-foot ceilings & an open first floor, showcasing meticulously restored original details such as hardwood floors, plaster crown molding, ceiling medallions, fireplace mantels w/ Victorian tile, stained glass, baseboards, & intricate doorway trim. Step through the front vestibule, featuring original encaustic tiles, into the grand formal foyer. The winding staircase, a true highlight, showcases intricate railings & beautiful stained-glass windows. This space also includes an original fireplace, a charming nook, & leads into the spacious living room, which boasts an original ceiling light & large bright windows. The cozy family room, w/ original chandelier & intricate fireplace has pocket door entry to fourth bedroom suite w/ attached full bath, clawfoot tub & vanity w/ granite top. The separate dining room seamlessly flows into a beautifully updated kitchen featuring a large island, all stainless-steel appliances, granite countertops, a spacious butler's pantry, & French door access to a paver patio. From the kitchen, you can head upstairs to the second-floor laundry or downstairs to the full, unfinished basement, which includes a utility sink, workbench, and storage cabinets. Primary bedroom is large & comfortable w/ adjacent sitting room & generous closet space. Down the hall find two additional bedrooms, & a full bath w/ heated marble floors & double vanity w/ granite countertop. Outside, relax on one of two covered porches. Updated electrical, plumbing, kitchen, baths, zoned central air conditioning, boiler (2009), roof (2014), maintenance free turf grass area, brick paver patio, & driveway. Walking distance from downtown, Metra, library, fitness center, bike trail, schools and more! Don't miss out on this exquisite one-of-a-kind historic home! You will not be disappointed!
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$424,900
359 Park St, Elgin, IL 60120
4beds
3,920sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1887
6,272.64 Square Feet Lot
$451,200 Zestimate®
$108/sqft
$2,909 Estimated rent
Home value
$451,200
$406,000 - $501,000
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Original fireplaceOpen first floorOriginal chandelierFourth bedroom suiteOriginal ceiling lightLarge islandCeiling medallions
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Listing courtesy of:
Tanya Pearson 847-409-8370,
Royal Family Real Estate
Bought with:
Cooper Kerins
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12293544
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Other
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 660 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 30X22
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X16
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island, Pantry-Butler, Custom Cabinetry, Granite Counters, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X15
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X15
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X10
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 616 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X22
Other
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X8
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 42 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X6
Heating
- Steam, Radiant, Radiant Floor
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
- Laundry: Upper Level, In Unit, Multiple Locations
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk, Special Millwork, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Workshop
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Attic: Full,Interior Stair,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Family Room, Grand Entry Hall
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,920 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Brick Driveway, Driveway, On Site, Owned
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 6,272 sqft
- Features: Corner Lot, Mature Trees
Details
- Parcel number: 0613176001
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Frame, Wood Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1887
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Sidewalks, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Elgin
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/16/2025 | Sold | $424,900$108/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12293544 Report a problem | ||
| 3/23/2025 | Contingent | $424,900$108/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12293544 Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2025 | Listed for sale | $424,900+117.9%$108/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12293544 Report a problem | ||
| 4/7/2009 | Sold | $195,000-33%$50/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07116645 Report a problem | ||
| 8/4/2006 | Sold | $291,000+50.8%$74/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2000 | Sold | $193,000$49/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,940 +6% | $102,723 +10.7% |
| 2023 | $6,547 +2.6% | $92,802 +9.7% |
| 2022 | $6,384 +5% | $84,619 +7% |
| 2021 | $6,077 +8.5% | $79,113 +9.2% |
| 2020 | $5,602 +3.4% | $72,418 +5% |
| 2019 | $5,415 +2.9% | $68,982 +16.5% |
| 2018 | $5,262 +2.3% | $59,224 +5.8% |
| 2017 | $5,141 -7.2% | $55,988 +7.8% |
| 2016 | $5,540 | $51,942 +9.1% |
| 2015 | -- | $47,609 +1.2% |
| 2014 | -- | $47,022 -15.2% |
| 2013 | -- | $55,455 -11.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $62,596 -4.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $65,647 -9.7% |
| 2010 | -- | $72,659 +8.9% |
| 2009 | -- | $66,700 -21.9% |
| 2008 | -- | $85,378 +3.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $82,634 +7.3% |
| 2006 | -- | $77,008 +6.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $72,315 +6.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $67,736 +40.9% |
| 2003 | -- | $48,066 +8% |
| 2002 | -- | $44,506 -17.4% |
| 2001 | -- | $53,876 +36.7% |
| 2000 | -- | $39,418 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Gifford Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Ronald D O'Neal Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Larsen Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 2/10Elgin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ronald D O'neal Elementary Schoo
- Middle: Larsen Middle School
- High: Central School Program
- 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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- Kane County
- Elgin
- 60120
- Gifford Park
- 359 Park St
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