Welcome to 935 Diane, a classic 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom, 1 car garage ranch situated in a quiet, established Elgin neighborhood. This property is a rare find for first-time buyers looking to build equity or anyone seeking the convenience of single-level living. Inside, you will find a home with solid bones ready for your personal touch, featuring original hardwood floors and a bright, spacious eat-in kitchen that serves as the true heart of the house. The fully finished basement significantly expands your living space, perfect for a family room, home office, or recreation area. Outside, the large yard offers plenty of room for entertaining or gardening, complete with a substantial shed for extra storage or hobbies. This has been a cherished childhood home filled with decades of happy memories, and it provides a perfect blank canvas for its next owners. With local inventory this tight, an honest home with this much potential is hard to find. Bring your vision and make it yours!
Contingent
$315,000
935 Diane Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
3beds
1,196sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1961
0.26 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$263/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fully finished basementOriginal hardwood floorsSingle-level livingBright spacious eat-in kitchen
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Listed by:
Pat Smarto, ABR,CNC,E-PRO,GRI,SFR,SRES (847)338-3848,
Lakes Realty Group
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12721234
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Recreation Room, Workshop
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Linoleum)
- Level: Main
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X8
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Linoleum)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 209 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X11
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 286 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X13
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 480 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 32X15
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Main Level, In Unit, Laundry Closet, Multiple Locations, Sink
Features
- Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,392
- Total interior livable area: 1,196 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,196
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Dimensions: 75x128x83x14x135
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 0610106008
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1961
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Elgin
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $263/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $256,983
- Annual tax amount: $5,315
- Date on market: 8/4/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
Price history is unavailable.
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $5,315 +5.6% | $85,661 +8.6% |
| 2024 | $5,034 +6.8% | $78,900 +10.7% |
| 2023 | $4,712 +0.6% | $71,281 +9.7% |
| 2022 | $4,682 +5.5% | $64,996 +7% |
| 2021 | $4,440 +3.6% | $60,766 +4.8% |
| 2020 | $4,287 +3.7% | $58,010 +5% |
| 2019 | $4,134 +1.8% | $55,258 +6.1% |
| 2018 | $4,059 +3.3% | $52,057 +5.8% |
| 2017 | $3,930 -19.3% | $49,213 +7.8% |
| 2016 | $4,869 | $45,656 +9.1% |
| 2015 | -- | $41,848 +1.3% |
| 2014 | -- | $41,331 -2.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $42,421 -7.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $45,821 -10.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $51,294 -12.3% |
| 2010 | -- | $58,473 -6.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $62,686 -7.7% |
| 2008 | -- | $67,914 +3.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $65,731 +4.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $63,087 +6.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $59,242 +6.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $55,491 +7.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $51,481 +8% |
| 2002 | -- | $47,667 +7.5% |
| 2001 | -- | $44,362 +5.1% |
| 2000 | -- | $42,217 |
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Neighborhood: Eagle Heights
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Creekside Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.5 mi
- 3/10Kimball Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.8 mi
- 3/10Larkin High SchoolGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 1.6 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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