Timeless charm meets modern updates in this beautifully maintained 3bed/1bath home sitting on a 7,260 sq ft fenced corner lot near Wing Park. Filled with natural light, the home showcases soaring 10-foot ceilings, original hardwood floors and woodwork, updated windows and siding, and an updated bathroom with designer tile. The kitchen was refreshed in 2023 with new cabinetry, countertops, and flooring, while major mechanical updates include new water heater (2020), furnace maintenance (2025), and a new Maytag washer and dryer installed in 2025. The spacious eat-in kitchen flows into a dedicated dining room, creating an ideal layout for both everyday living and entertaining. A full basement offers abundant storage and future finishing potential. Outside, enjoy a large private backyard and a rare original carriage house with 1-car garage and lofted for a home office, studio, workshop, or additional flex space. Located near Wing Park, with easy access to downtown Elgin, the Fox River Trail, Metra station, shopping, schools, and major highways including I-90 and Route 20.
New
$265,000
952 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
3beds
1,214sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$1,869/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1900
7,261 Square Feet Lot
$260,900 Zestimate®
$218/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Filled with natural lightSpacious eat-in kitchenLarge private backyardDedicated dining roomUpdated windows and siding
- 5 days |
- 1,631 |
- 101 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Barbara Balantine (630)740-1347,
RE/MAX Premier Luxury Collection
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12722761
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Enclosed Porch
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 96 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X8
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Enclosed porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X4
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Laminate
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,214 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Yes, Detached
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Porch
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 7,261 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 66 X 96 X 111 X 63
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 0615281015
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Farmhouse
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1900
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Pool, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Elgin
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $218/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $214,557
- Annual tax amount: $5,083
- Date on market: 8/4/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$260,900
$248,000 - $274,000
$2,035/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $265,000-1.5%$218/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12722761 Report a problem | ||
| 8/27/2025 | Listing removed | $269,000$222/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12384602 Report a problem | ||
| 7/28/2025 | Listed for sale | $269,000$222/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12384602 Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/2025 | Pending sale | $269,000$222/sqft |
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| 7/24/2025 | Contingent | $269,000$222/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12384602 Report a problem | ||
| 7/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $269,000+99.3%$222/sqft |
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| 5/23/2014 | Sold | $135,000-3.4%$111/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08572045 Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/2014 | Pending sale | $139,750$115/sqft |
Source: Premier Living Properties #08572045 Report a problem | ||
| 4/1/2014 | Listed for sale | $139,750-0.2%$115/sqft |
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| 6/8/2004 | Sold | $140,000$115/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $5,083 +5.3% | $71,519 +10.7% |
| 2023 | $4,826 +5.2% | $64,612 +9.7% |
| 2022 | $4,588 +4.8% | $58,915 +7% |
| 2021 | $4,379 +3.1% | $55,081 +4.8% |
| 2020 | $4,249 +3.2% | $52,583 +5% |
| 2019 | $4,118 +1.1% | $50,088 +6.2% |
| 2018 | $4,072 +2.5% | $47,186 +5.8% |
| 2017 | $3,971 -10% | $44,608 +7.8% |
| 2016 | $4,414 | $41,384 +9.1% |
| 2015 | -- | $37,932 +1.2% |
| 2014 | -- | $37,464 -2.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $38,453 -7.4% |
| 2012 | -- | $41,535 -10.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $46,496 -4.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $48,644 -6.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $52,148 |
| 2008 | -- | $52,148 +3.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $50,472 +4.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $48,442 +6.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $45,490 +6.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $42,609 +7.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $39,529 +14% |
| 2002 | -- | $34,677 +7.4% |
| 2001 | -- | $32,273 +5.1% |
| 2000 | -- | $30,713 |
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Neighborhood: 60123
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 3/10Highland Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Kimball Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 3/10Larkin High SchoolGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 0.7 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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