Welcome to 726 W Highland Ave, a charming brick home full of character and potential, ideally located just minutes from downtown Elgin and the Metra commuter rail. This 3-bedroom, 1-1/2 bath home offers a spacious and inviting layout, featuring a large living room with a cozy wood-burning fireplace, a formal dining room perfect for gatherings, and a bright bonus room that adds extra living space and versatility. The kitchen provides direct access to a deck overlooking the backyard, making it ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Additional highlights include convenient main floor laundry, a full unfinished basement offering ample storage and a massive walk-up attic ready to be transformed into additional living space! Outside, you'll appreciate the classic brick exterior, mature trees, partially fenced yard, and a backyard setup complete with a fire pit and deck-perfect for relaxing or hosting. A 2-car detached garage adds both convenience and functionality. With its solid structure, timeless curb appeal, and room to grow, this home presents a great opportunity in a well-established neighborhood close to shopping, dining & transportation.
Contingent
Price cut: $5K (6/1)
$294,900
726 W Highland Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
3beds
2,072sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1928
9,766 Square Feet Lot
$294,700 Zestimate®
$142/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Charming brick homeClassic brick exteriorPartially fenced yardMature treesSpacious and inviting layoutTimeless curb appeal
- 72 days |
- 7,569 |
- 911 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Amanda Jones, C-RETS,e-PRO,GRI 630-715-5928,
Coldwell Banker Realty,
Christopher Jones 224-629-0231,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12632517
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Heated Sun Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Second
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Other
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X9
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 364 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X14
Heating
- Natural Gas, Radiant
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Features
- Built-in Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Attic: Full,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,072 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Porch
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
Lot
- Size: 9,766 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 74 X 132
Details
- Parcel number: 0614179014
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Tudor
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1928
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Elgin
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $142/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $264,075
- Annual tax amount: $7,291
- Date on market: 4/29/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Zestimate®
$294,700
Estimated sales range
$280,000 - $309,000
Rent Zestimate®
$2,721/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/11/2026 | Contingent | $294,900$142/sqft |
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| 6/15/2026 | Listed for sale | $294,900$142/sqft |
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| 6/8/2026 | Contingent | $294,900$142/sqft |
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| 6/1/2026 | Price change | $294,900-1.7%$142/sqft |
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| 5/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $299,900$145/sqft |
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| 5/4/2026 | Contingent | $299,900$145/sqft |
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| 4/29/2026 | Listed for sale | $299,900+11.1%$145/sqft |
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| 3/19/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 3/12/2023 | Price change | $269,900-3.6%$130/sqft |
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| 2/27/2023 | Listed for sale | $279,900+80.6%$135/sqft |
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| 4/30/2020 | Sold | $155,000-3.1%$75/sqft |
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| 3/20/2020 | Pending sale | $160,000$77/sqft |
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| 3/18/2020 | Listed for sale | $160,000$77/sqft |
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| 3/3/2020 | Pending sale | $160,000$77/sqft |
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| 1/31/2020 | Price change | $160,000-3%$77/sqft |
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| 1/8/2020 | Listed for sale | $165,000$80/sqft |
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| 12/22/2019 | Pending sale | $165,000$80/sqft |
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| 12/14/2019 | Price change | $165,000-2.9%$80/sqft |
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| 11/28/2019 | Price change | $170,000-2.9%$82/sqft |
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| 11/2/2019 | Listed for sale | $175,000+33.6%$84/sqft |
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| 11/6/2013 | Sold | $131,000+353.3%$63/sqft |
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| 12/30/2003 | Sold | $28,900+1.4%$14/sqft |
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| 12/31/2002 | Sold | $28,500$14/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $7,045 +3.9% | $88,025 +10.7% |
| 2023 | $6,779 +7.8% | $79,524 +9.7% |
| 2022 | $6,288 +4% | $72,512 +7% |
| 2021 | $6,048 +12.9% | $67,794 +4.7% |
| 2020 | $5,355 +3% | $64,720 +5% |
| 2019 | $5,197 +0.9% | $61,649 +6.2% |
| 2018 | $5,149 +2.4% | $58,077 +5.8% |
| 2017 | $5,030 -7.4% | $54,904 +7.8% |
| 2016 | $5,432 | $50,936 +9.1% |
| 2015 | -- | $46,688 +1.2% |
| 2014 | -- | $46,112 -10.5% |
| 2013 | -- | $51,535 -7.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $55,665 -10.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $62,313 -17.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $75,618 -6.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $81,065 |
| 2008 | -- | $81,065 +3.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $78,460 +4.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $75,305 +6.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $70,715 +6.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $66,237 +7.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $61,450 +8% |
| 2002 | -- | $56,898 +7.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $52,953 +5.1% |
| 2000 | -- | $50,393 |
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$105HOA fees
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Grant Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Highland Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.7 mi
- 3/10Kimball Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.9 mi
- 3/10Larkin High SchoolGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Highland Elementary School
- Middle: Kimball Middle School
- High: Larkin 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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