Hurry! Beautiful historic Sears kit craftsman home awaits a new owner! Featured on the 2012 Historic House Walk, this home has character inside and out! Nestled on an deep, oversized corner fenced lot with quick access to train station and major highways for commuters! Front patio is perfect for summer nights! Warm inviting living room with cozy brick fireplace, custom built-ins, crown molding and gleaming hardwood floors! Bright open kitchen with oak cabinetry, pendant lighting and breakfast bar! Separate formal dining room with crown molding and direct pass thru to the kitchen and French door to the rear porch! Adorable sun porch great for sitting in those quiet moments also with sliding glass door to the custom deck (deck boards currently being replaced) Gracious size bedrooms with crown molding, built-ins and hardwood floors! Upgraded hall bath with whirlpool tub, wainscoting, chair rail and pedestal sink! Full basement with an extra bath and plenty of room for all your storage needs! New roof and gutters '23! Updated electrical! Exterior painted '23! Fence '22! Brick tuckpointed '22! New deck boards being installed! Storage shed! Some extras: new Sears attic fan in box, 2 vintage ceiling lights, clock from historical Elgin Clock Factory! Close to shopping and schools! This vintage home is a real charmer! Bring an offer today!
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$260,000
670 Oak St, Elgin, IL 60123
2beds
1,168sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1926
8,890.6 Square Feet Lot
$303,900 Zestimate®
$223/sqft
$2,115 Estimated rent
Home value
$303,900
$289,000 - $319,000
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Extra bathNew sears attic fanHistorical elgin clock factoryHardwood floorsCrown moldingGleaming hardwood floorsCozy brick fireplace
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Listing courtesy of:
Robert Wisdom 847-980-3670,
RE/MAX Horizon,
Lisa Wisdom,
RE/MAX Horizon
Bought with:
Justin Lowery
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11943980
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 176 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Other
- Level: Main
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X8
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 320 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X16
Heating
- Steam, Radiator(s)
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Laundry: Laundry Chute
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Bookcases
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,168 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Deck
Lot
- Size: 8,890 sqft
- Dimensions: 66X132
Details
- Additional structures: Pergola, Shed(s), Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 0623135004
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1926
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Elgin
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/2/2024 | Sold | $260,000+4%$223/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11943980 Report a problem | ||
| 12/17/2023 | Contingent | $249,900$214/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11943980 Report a problem | ||
| 12/12/2023 | Listed for sale | $249,900-3.9%$214/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11943980 Report a problem | ||
| 12/10/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11924580 Report a problem | ||
| 11/22/2023 | Price change | $260,000-3.7%$223/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11924580 Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2023 | Listed for sale | $269,900$231/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11924580 Report a problem | ||
| 11/13/2023 | Contingent | $269,900$231/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11924580 Report a problem | ||
| 11/6/2023 | Listed for sale | $269,900+94.3%$231/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11924580 Report a problem | ||
| 7/26/2013 | Sold | $138,900-0.7%$119/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08339419 Report a problem | ||
| 5/21/2013 | Pending sale | $139,900$120/sqft |
Source: Patron, Inc (dba RE/MAX Horizon) #08339419 Report a problem | ||
| 5/11/2013 | Listed for sale | $139,900$120/sqft |
Source: Patron, Inc (dba RE/MAX Horizon) #08339419 Report a problem | ||
| 10/26/2012 | Listing removed | $139,900$120/sqft |
Source: Team Wisdom Report a problem | ||
| 9/20/2012 | Price change | $139,900-6.7%$120/sqft |
Source: Team Wisdom Report a problem | ||
| 7/31/2012 | Price change | $149,900-3.2%$128/sqft |
Source: Team Wisdom Report a problem | ||
| 6/1/2012 | Listed for sale | $154,900-9.4%$133/sqft |
Source: Team Wisdom Report a problem | ||
| 8/7/2003 | Sold | $171,000+49.3%$146/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/8/1999 | Sold | $114,500$98/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,358 +5.3% | $74,957 +10.7% |
| 2023 | $5,091 +5.3% | $67,718 +9.7% |
| 2022 | $4,834 +4.7% | $61,747 +7% |
| 2021 | $4,615 +3% | $57,729 +4.8% |
| 2020 | $4,479 +3.1% | $55,111 +5% |
| 2019 | $4,343 +6.9% | $52,497 +11.5% |
| 2018 | $4,062 +2.5% | $47,082 +5.8% |
| 2017 | $3,961 -10.1% | $44,509 +7.8% |
| 2016 | $4,404 | $41,292 +9.1% |
| 2015 | -- | $37,847 +1.3% |
| 2014 | -- | $37,379 -2.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $38,365 -14.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $44,696 -17.3% |
| 2011 | -- | $54,035 -9.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $59,806 -6.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $64,114 |
| 2008 | -- | $64,114 +3.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $62,054 +4.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $59,559 +6.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $55,929 +6.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $52,387 +7.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $48,601 +17% |
| 2002 | -- | $41,524 +7.4% |
| 2001 | -- | $38,645 +5.1% |
| 2000 | -- | $36,777 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Southwest Elgin
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Lowrie Elementary SchoolGrades: K-6Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Abbott Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Larkin High SchoolGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 1 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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