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809 Douglas Avenue

Elgin, IL 60120

4 beds
3 baths
2,661 sqft
~1/2 acre lot
$187 per sqft
1900 build
– on site

Opportunities like this do not come around too often! Located in Elgin's most sought after "Gold Coast" neighborhood on beautiful tree lined street! This farmhouse style home stands out on a gorgeous oversized level lot! Covered front porch perfect for summer nights! Step thru the front door and the character and charm begins! Large foyer/parlor area with crown molding and gleaming hardwood floors! Bright and very open living room with custom fireplace, crown molding and bay with picture window! Convenient front office with crown and rich wood paneling! Adorable kitchen with breakfast bar, upgraded stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and T&G ceiling leads to the separate dining area with solid brick fireplace, custom built-ins and French doors leading to your dream screened porch with awesome views and door to the side brick patio! Oversized laundry area with extra cabinets and exposed brick wall! Beautiful solid wood staircase leads to the large 2nd floor landing! Spacious master suite with triple closets, crown molding and private bath with custom dual sink vanity, walk-in glass shower and custom tile work! Upgraded hall bath! Adorable secondary bedrooms with built-ins, bay area and plenty of room! Walk-up attic for extra storage! Very functional basement perfect for rec room, crafts and exercise area! So many possibilities! The yard is absolutely gorgeous with mature trees and perennials thru out! This is a forever home! Quick access to I-90, train and downtown!

Listing courtesy of MRED / RE/MAX Horizon as distributed by MLS GRID

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MLS# 12285230 —

The Building

Year Built:

1900
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
Architectural Style:

Traditional
Roof:

Asphalt
Basement:

Partial
Foundation Details:

Stone
Exterior Features:

Patio, Porch, Porch Screened, Storms/Screens
Patio And Porch Features:

Deck, Patio, Porch, Screened Porch
Disability Access:

No
Total SqFt:

1047
Basement SqFt:

1047
Living Area Source:

Assessor

Interior

Room Type:

Screened Porch, Office, Foyer, Attic, Workshop
Rooms Total:

11
Interior Features:

Hardwood Floors, First Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Center Hall Plan, Historic/Period Mlwk
Fireplaces Total:

2
Fireplace Features:

Gas Starter
Fireplace Location:

Living Room,Dining Room
Laundry Features:

Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Sink

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

2661

Location

Directions:

Rt 31 2 Kimball E2 Douglas N2 Home - Corner of Douglas & Lincoln Ave
Location:

7450
Location:

596

The Property

Parcel Number:

0611285010
Property Type:

Residential
Location:

A
Lot Features:

Corner Lot, Landscaped, Level, Sidewalks
Lot Size Dimensions:

164X177X102X60X61X117
Lot Size Acres:

0.58
Rural:

N
Waterfront:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

10319.02

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

4
Bedrooms Possible:

4

Baths

Baths:

3
Full Baths:

2
Half Baths:

1

The Listing

Virtual Tour Unbranded:

Virtual Tour
Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas
Cooling:

Wall Unit(s)

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Electric:

Circuit Breakers
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Schools

Elementary School District:

46
Middle Or Junior School District:

46
High School District:

46

The Community

Subdivision Name:

Lovells
Community Features:

Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Not Applicable
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

2.5
Garage Type:

Attached
Garage Spaces:

2.5
Garage Onsite:

Yes
Garage Ownership:

Owned

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$499,900

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$2,676
Taxes	$859
Insurance	$137
Utilities	$248 See report
Total	$3,920/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
2/27/25 Feb 27, 2025	Sold Subject To Contingencies	MRED	$499,900
2/12/25 Feb 12, 2025	Relisted	MRED	$499,900	21.9% (6.0% / YR)
6/25/21 Jun 25, 2021		MRED	$410,000

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This house located in Northeast Elgin, Elgin, IL 60120 is currently for sale for $499,900. 809 Douglas Avenue is a 2,661 square foot house with 4 beds and 3 baths that has been on Estately for 49 days. 809 Douglas Avenue is in the Northeast Elgin neighborhood of Elgin and has a WalkScore® of 41, making it car-dependent. This house is in the attendance area of Larsen Middle School, Mckinley Elementary School, and Elgin High School.

Listing courtesy of MRED, RE/MAX Horizon, and Robert Wisdom as distributed by MLS GRID.

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