1017 Center St

1,630 Sq. Ft.
$196 / Sq. Ft.
1,630
Sq. Ft.
$196
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Wow! Great opportunity to own this beautiful vintage home in the very popular North East end of Elgin! Just a block to the bike path, Fox River and very quick access to I-90! Awesome wrap around front porch great for summer nights with cobblestone accent on exterior! Updated kitchen with custom 42" maple cabinetry, planning desk, tile backsplash! Separate formal dining area with custom built ins! Cozy living room with picture window and crown! 1st floor den/possible 4th bedroom with double French...Wow! Great opportunity to own this beautiful vintage home in the very popular North East end of Elgin! Just a block to the bike path, Fox River and very quick access to I-90! Awesome wrap around front porch great for summer nights with cobblestone accent on exterior! Updated kitchen with custom 42" maple cabinetry, planning desk, tile backsplash! Separate formal dining area with custom built ins! Cozy living room with picture window and crown! 1st floor den/possible 4th bedroom with double French doors and direct access to full remodeled bath with walk in shower and oversized vanity! Back enclosed porch with wall of windows and built in bench seating great for unloading before entering the home! Large master bedroom! Gracious size secondary bedrooms and 3rd bedroom has a walk in flex play/craft room overlooking the backyard! Updated 2nd floor hall bathroom! Full unfinished basement great for storage! Awesome deep fenced lot! Oversized 2 1/2 finished garage! Separate brick patio area! Warmth and character through out! Quick access to downtown and train! Make this your dream home!
  1. Listed by Robert Wisdom • RE/MAX Horizon
    P: (847)-695-8348 C: (847)-980-3670 wisdom@teamwisdomrealestate.com
  2. Listed by Lisa Wisdom • RE/MAX Horizon
    P: (847)-695-8348 lisa@teamwisdomrealestate.com

Sold By Jason Mitchell Real Estate IL

Property Details for 1017 Center Street

Area
Elgin
Township
Elgin
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
LISTING UPDATED: 01/01/2026 02:59 AM

Property Details for 1017 Center Street

StatusClosed
MLS #12511400
Days on Market8
Taxes$6,698 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1903
Lot Size0.28 AC / 12,314 SF
CountyKane County

Location

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Building Information for 1017 Center Street

Stories-Year Built1903Building Size-Lot Size0.28 AC / 12,314 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,114 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,556

Property Taxes

$558

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 1017 Center Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 46
  • High School District: 46
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 46
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Asphalt, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: 100 Amp Service
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Basement Sq Ft: 813
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Bonus Room, Enclosed Porch
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch, Patio
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2017
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 813
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 65 X 186
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Frame, Stone
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Stone
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • North Coordinate: 41
  • East Coordinate: 8
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, FHA, VA
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2025-11-12T14:51:49
  • Photos Count: 27
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
  • Virtual Tour Date: 11-20-2025
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 14X11
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13X13
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 12X8
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 14X14
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 13X11
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 14X14
Enclosed Porch Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch
  • Dimensions: 12X6
Bonus Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Dimensions: 8X8

Property History for 1017 Center Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 30, 2025

Sold

MRED #12511400

$319,300
Dec 29, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1924247037

$319,500

+7.1% / yr

Nov 27, 2025

Pending

MRED #12511400

Nov 27, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12511400

Nov 20, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12511400

$319,900
Dec 29, 2017

Sold

MRED #09796006

$185,000
Dec 27, 2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #613805455

$185,000

-1.0% / yr

Dec 8, 2017

Pending

MRED #09796006

Dec 7, 2017

Listed (Active)

MRED #09796006

$205,000
Oct 20, 2015

Sold

MRED #09000934

$189,000
Oct 19, 2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #558709155

$189,000

-1.0% / yr

Sep 30, 2015

Pending

MRED #09000934

Aug 3, 2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #09000934

$189,900
Aug 1, 2015

Cancelled

MRED #08785426

$189,900
Nov 13, 2014

Listed (Active)

MRED #08785426

$210,000
Jan 3, 2011

Cancelled

MRED #07601471

$184,900
Aug 3, 2010

Listed (Active)

MRED #07601471

$204,900
May 31, 2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #197470409

$207,500

+12.3% / yr

Jan 18, 2002

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #85806668

$125,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/30/2025

Sold

MRED #12511400

$319,300
12/29/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1924247037

$319,500

+7.1% / yr

11/27/2025

Pending

MRED #12511400

11/27/2025

Contingent

MRED #12511400

11/20/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12511400

$319,900
12/29/2017

Sold

MRED #09796006

$185,000
12/27/2017

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #613805455

$185,000

-1.0% / yr

12/08/2017

Pending

MRED #09796006

12/07/2017

Listed (Active)

MRED #09796006

$205,000
10/20/2015

Sold

MRED #09000934

$189,000
10/19/2015

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #558709155

$189,000

-1.0% / yr

09/30/2015

Pending

MRED #09000934

08/03/2015

Listed (Active)

MRED #09000934

$189,900
08/01/2015

Cancelled

MRED #08785426

$189,900
11/13/2014

Listed (Active)

MRED #08785426

$210,000
01/03/2011

Cancelled

MRED #07601471

$184,900
08/03/2010

Listed (Active)

MRED #07601471

$204,900
05/31/2006

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #197470409

$207,500

+12.3% / yr

01/18/2002

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #85806668

$125,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1017 Center Street

Taxable ValueLand$20,449Additions$71,242Total$91,691
Tax Record2024$6,698 ($558 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt1,630 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,630 SqFtStories2Lot Size12,265 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1903CountyKANEAPN06-12-106-005

Schools near 1017 Center Street

This home is within School District U-46.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Coleman Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Larsen Middle School
Public7 to 8

Elgin High School
Public9 to 12

Central School Program
Public7 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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