845 Citizen Ave, Elburn, IL 60119
What's special
FORMER BUILDER-OWNER'S PRIVATE CUSTOM HOME | WETLAND VIEWS | FIRST-FLOOR PRIMARY Exceptional custom home in Blackberry Creek with distinctive architectural detail and a private rear setting featuring WETLAND VIEWS, open space and beautiful sunsets. Located on a bend with mature landscaping and no home directly behind. Elementary school is within view from the home. The dramatic two-story foyer features specialty glass, transom detailing, hardwood floors, extensive millwork and a custom wood-and-iron staircase. The formal dining room offers a coffered ceiling, and wainscoting, while the adjacent den features French doors and custom built-in bookcases. The light-filled custom kitchen features a coffered ceiling, white cabinetry, granite, contrasting island, custom hood, KitchenAid appliances, pantry and butler's pantry. An elevated granite peninsula provides seating and wetland views, while large windows and a transom-topped slider connect the kitchen to the Trex deck. The impressive two-story family room features a coffered ceiling, dramatic two-story windows, wetland views, Heat & Glo fireplace and remote-controlled upper Silhouette blinds. The first-floor primary suite features a tray ceiling, inset lighting and large rear-facing bay window. The marble-appointed bath includes dual vanities, separate tub and shower, shower seat and private water closet. Upstairs, a bridge overlooks the family room and wetlands. There are three additional upstairs bedrooms two with vaulted ceilings, with one currently used as an office and another featuring a walk-in closet. The hall bath features a double vanity with travertine countertop. Additional highlights include Andersen windows, Hardie Board siding, custom landscaping, recently replaced Trex decking, deep-pour English basement with bathroom rough-in, and a deep three-car garage with windowed doors and side-yard access. A distinctive custom home offering architectural character, flexible living space and an exceptional wetland/open-space setting.
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Jennifer Leonard-Comperda 630-464-4230,
Baird & Warner Fox Valley-Geneva
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Pantry, Walk In Closet, Den, Utility Room-1st Floor, Deck, Great Room, Eating Area
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Window Treatments), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Whirlpool & Sep Shwr)
- Level: Main
- Area: 320 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 209 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X11
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 220 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X11
Den
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Window Treatments)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Eating area
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Great room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Window Treatments)
- Level: Main
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X15
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island, Pantry-Butler, Pantry-Walk-in, Breakfast Room, Custom Cabinetry, Granite Counters), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X7
Pantry
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 20 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X4
Other
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X7
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 105 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X7
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Oven, Range Hood, Gas Cooktop, Humidifier, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Main Level, In Unit, Sink
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, High Ceilings, Coffered Ceiling(s), Beamed Ceilings, Special Millwork, Granite Counters, Pantry
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Basement: Unfinished,Bath/Stubbed,Egress Window,Partial Exposure,9 ft + pour,Concrete,Full,Daylight
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Log, Circulating, Great Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,831
- Total interior livable area: 2,758 sqft
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Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Back of Property
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Back of Property
- Waterfront features: Pond
- Body of water: BLACKBERRY CREEK
Lot
- Size: 10,715 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 131x115x68x115
- Features: Nature Preserve Adjacent, Wetlands, Landscaped, Mature Trees, Backs to Open Grnd, Views
Details
- Parcel number: 1108255005
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Central Vacuum, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional,Craftsman
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick, Fiber Cement
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2014
Details
- Builder model: Custom
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Blackberry Creek
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Services included: Insurance, Other
- HOA fee: $200 annually
Location
- Region: Elburn
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $254/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $544,971
- Annual tax amount: $14,136
- Date on market: 10/3/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/17/2023 | Sold | $617,500-2%$224/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11685940 Report a problem | ||
| 2/20/2023 | Contingent | $629,900$228/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11685940 Report a problem | ||
| 1/9/2023 | Listed for sale | $629,900+2149.6%$228/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11685940 Report a problem | ||
| 3/6/2013 | Sold | $28,000-88.5%$10/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 1/7/2004 | Sold | $243,000$88/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $14,136 +3.7% | $181,657 +8.9% |
| 2024 | $13,633 +20.7% | $166,827 +20.5% |
| 2023 | $11,294 -4.3% | $138,414 +2.5% |
| 2022 | $11,798 +13.3% | $135,040 +4.5% |
| 2021 | $10,410 -0.7% | $129,250 +2.4% |
| 2020 | $10,480 -1.6% | $126,221 +1.5% |
| 2019 | $10,651 -1.9% | $124,368 +2.9% |
| 2018 | $10,862 -1.2% | $120,820 +1.1% |
| 2017 | $10,998 -14.3% | $119,447 -3% |
| 2016 | $12,837 | $123,091 +10.5% |
| 2015 | -- | $111,431 +61% |
| 2014 | -- | $69,230 +355% |
| 2013 | -- | $15,216 |
| 2012 | -- | $15,216 -20.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $19,198 -42.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $33,330 -11.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $37,500 +64.2% |
| 2008 | -- | $22,844 +2.2% |
| 2007 | -- | $22,350 +3.9% |
| 2006 | -- | $21,519 +3.2% |
| 2005 | -- | $20,854 |
| 2004 | -- | $20,854 |
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