1031 N Spring St

Elgin, IL 60120

$450,000
Price
4
Beds
1,800 Sq. Ft.
$250 / Sq. Ft.
1,800
Sq. Ft.
$250
per Sq. Ft.
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Listed By @propertiesOpen: 3/21 11:00AM - 01:00PM
Listed By @propertiesOpen: 3/21 11:00AM - 01:00PM

Description

Welcome to 1031 North Spring Street in Elgin, a classic cottage-style home set on a beautiful double lot with outstanding curb appeal. This charming all-brick home is truly in move-in condition, offering timeless character, spacious living areas, and numerous recent improvements. Step inside to a cozy living room, with hardwood flooring under the carpet, featuring a large picture window that fills the space with natural light and a beautiful stone fireplace that creates a warm focal point. The spacious...Welcome to 1031 North Spring Street in Elgin, a classic cottage-style home set on a beautiful double lot with outstanding curb appeal. This charming all-brick home is truly in move-in condition, offering timeless character, spacious living areas, and numerous recent improvements. Step inside to a cozy living room, with hardwood flooring under the carpet, featuring a large picture window that fills the space with natural light and a beautiful stone fireplace that creates a warm focal point. The spacious kitchen offers abundant cabinetry, Corian countertops, new appliances, and a large new picture window. Within the kitchen area is a bright dinette space, highlighted by another picture window overlooking the stone patio and expansive backyard, making it a wonderful spot for everyday dining. The main level includes two bedrooms and a recently remodeled full bathroom. A bright sunroom adds even more charm with exposed brick, tongue-and-groove knotty pine walls, and sliding glass doors leading to the stone patio, creating the perfect place to relax or entertain while enjoying views of the yard. Upstairs you will find two very large bedrooms connected by a convenient Jack-and-Jill bathroom, offering comfortable space and privacy for family or guests. The finished basement provides additional living space with a recreation room, a flex room that could serve as another bedroom or home office, a full bathroom, and abundant storage, including built-in cabinets, a separate storage room, and a large, light-filled laundry room. Outside, the backyard is truly exceptional, offering plenty of room to relax, entertain, garden, or for kids to play. The stone patio creates a wonderful outdoor gathering area within the expansive yard. The property also features an oversized all-brick detached garage, providing excellent storage and parking. This home has been thoughtfully maintained and extensively improved with numerous updates, including: 2025: New concrete driveway, walkways, and stoops; two picture windows replaced; all windows serviced with new handles, clasps, and locks; backyard clothesline installed; new Bosch dishwasher installed; garage door facing replaced; trees removed and landscaping improved; interior doors sanded and made operational; two pocket doors restored and made operational; new custom window shades from Budget Blinds; kitchen repainted; gas fireplace cleaned and serviced; front porch railing restored and painted. 2024: New furnace, ducting, and humidifier; new gutters, downspouts, and leaf filter system; electrical updates inside and outside, including exterior spotlight; radon mitigation system installed; ADT security system installed; new LED lighting and ceiling fans installed, fluorescent lighting replaced, and dimmers and GFI outlets added inside and outside; plumbing repairs including laundry faucet, main bathroom faucet, and handheld shower sprayers; new smoke and CO2 detectors installed; dryer vent professionally cleaned. Ideally located just minutes from the Metra train station, downtown Elgin restaurants, the community recreation center with indoor pool, the Hemmens Cultural Center theatre, parks, shopping, and entertainment, with easy access to I-90 for convenient commuting. A rare opportunity to own a charming cottage home on a beautiful double lot with extensive updates, classic character, and an outstanding location.
  1. Listed by Ruta Baran • @properties Christie’s International Real Estate
    P: (630)-862-7058 C: (630)-862-7058 rutabaran@atproperties.com

Property Details for 1031 North Spring 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
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1

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LISTING UPDATED: 03/21/2026 04:26 AM

Property Details for 1031 North Spring Street

StatusNew
MLS #12593909
Days on Market2
Taxes$7,964 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1.5 Story
Year Built1948
Lot Size0.36 AC / 15,681 SF
CountyKane County
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Building Information for 1031 North Spring Street

Stories-Year Built1948Building Size-Lot Size0.36 AC / 15,681 SF

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Property Information for 1031 North Spring Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 46
  • High School District: 46
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 46
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • Num Of Rooms: 10
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Basement Type: Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Basement Sq Ft: 1207
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Bonus Room, Exercise Room, Recreation Room, Sun Room
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Type: 1.5 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 1207
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 100X159X98X159
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Construction: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, FHA, VA
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2026-03-17T01:01:51
  • Photos Count: 28
  • OpenHouse Count: 2
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 25X17
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 21X13
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 11X8
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 16X12
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 14X10
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 21X14
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 23X13
Exercise Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Exercise Room
  • Dimensions: 13X13
Bonus Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Dimensions: 14X9
Sun Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Dimensions: 13X11

Property History for 1031 North Spring Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 20, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12593909

$450,000—
Mar 7, 2024

Sold

MRED #11910427

$372,000—
Mar 5, 2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1528155397

$372,000—
Feb 1, 2024

Pending

MRED #11910427

—
Feb 1, 2024

Contingent

MRED #11910427

—
Jan 30, 2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #11910427

$369,900—
Nov 10, 2023

Contingent

MRED #11910427

—
Oct 30, 2023

Listed (Active)

MRED #11910427

$369,900—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/20/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12593909

$450,000
03/07/2024

Sold

MRED #11910427

$372,000
03/05/2024

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1528155397

$372,000
02/01/2024

Pending

MRED #11910427

—
02/01/2024

Contingent

MRED #11910427

—
01/30/2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #11910427

$369,900
11/10/2023

Contingent

MRED #11910427

—
10/30/2023

Listed (Active)

MRED #11910427

$369,900

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

Public Records for 1031 North Spring Street

Taxable ValueLand$22,939Additions$84,576Total$107,515
Tax Record2024$7,964 ($664 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt1,800 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,800 SqFtStories5Lot Size15,783 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930CountyKANEAPN06-12-105-002Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1031 North Spring Street

This home is within School District U-46.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Coleman Elementary School
Public - PK to 6
Larsen Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Elgin High School
Public - 9 to 12
Central School Program
Public - 6 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
Public6 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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More information about 1031 North Spring Street, Elgin, IL 60120

1031 North Spring Street is a single family home for sale in Elgin, IL 60120. This property was listed for sale on March 20, 2026 by Compass, it's currently listed at $450,000. It has been on the market for a total of 2 days and was last sold on March 7, 2024. This listing's school district is School District U-46. Nearby schools include Coleman Elementary School, Larsen Middle School and Elgin High School. 1031 North Spring Street is a 4-bed, 3-bath, 1,800 sqft single family home built in 1948.

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