121 Monroe St

Elgin, IL 60123

$275,000
Price
2
Beds
1,400 Sq. Ft.
$196 / Sq. Ft.
1,400
Sq. Ft.
$196
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Amazing opportunity to own a piece of history and in such great shape! Historical touches meet modern design. Upon entry architectural details will be noticed from the entry room decor, gallery crown molding, gorgeous pocket doors LR to DR, stenciled wall art, & coffered ceilings. Amazing built-ins & antique lighting. Original hardwood floors & double pane windows are in amazing condition! Custom vaulted ceiling from modernized kitchen to upstairs finished attic. Decorative brick column follows you...Amazing opportunity to own a piece of history and in such great shape! Historical touches meet modern design. Upon entry architectural details will be noticed from the entry room decor, gallery crown molding, gorgeous pocket doors LR to DR, stenciled wall art, & coffered ceilings. Amazing built-ins & antique lighting. Original hardwood floors & double pane windows are in amazing condition! Custom vaulted ceiling from modernized kitchen to upstairs finished attic. Decorative brick column follows you up the stairs as well. Kitchen boasts 42" maple cabinets, granite ctops, a pro-style cooking stove & hood, SS appliances, copper sink & ceramic floor. Attic could be 3rd bedroom. Huge storage room. Kitchen access to paver brick patio and full 7' high basement w/more serious storage & an exterior access. Dry and solid basement homes a tankless water heater, 200 amp updated electric service, laundry area potential 2nd bathroom plumbing. Brand new cedar shake roof 2024. Custom brick paver patio w/ granite bar ready for entertaining. Unique opportunity at this entry home owner price, expect this one to go fast.
  1. Listed by Francois Moret • Real 1 Realty
    P: (847)-754-7114 C: (847)-754-7114 Francois@francoismoret.com

Property Details for 121 Monroe Street

Area
Elgin
Township
Elgin
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Parking Spaces
0.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Electric, Radiant
Architectural Style
Bungalow
LISTING UPDATED: 04/03/2026 12:07 AM

Property Details for 121 Monroe Street

StatusActive
MLS #12597559
Days on Market17
Taxes$5,061 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1913
Lot Size-
CountyKane County
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Building Information for 121 Monroe Street

Stories-Year Built1913Building Size-Lot Size-

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Property Information for 121 Monroe Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 46
  • High School District: 46
  • High School: Larkin High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 46
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: West
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: Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Coffered Ceiling(s), Historic/Period Mlwk, Granite Counters
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Attic: Finished,Full
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Exterior Entry, Full, Walk-Out Access
  • Bedrooms Possible: 2
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Attic, Loft, Storage, Deck, Workshop, Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Num of Baths: 1.1
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Range Hood
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • 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: 0
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: Survey
  • Lot Dimensions: 53.2 x 65.3 x 45.5 x 66
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar
  • Construction: Cedar
  • Roof Type: Shake
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train,Historical District
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2026-04-02T02:50:24
  • Photos Count: 33
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Green Features
  • Green Energy Efficient: Water Heater
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 14X10
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X9
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 15X11
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 12X10
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 9X8
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 22X13
Deck Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Deck
  • Dimensions: 35X14
Storage Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Dimensions: 16X13
Loft Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Loft
  • Dimensions: 22X11
Work Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Work Room
  • Dimensions: 25X16
Attic Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Attic
  • Dimensions: 22X20
Utility Room Lower Level Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Dimensions: 14X10

Property History for 121 Monroe Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 29, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12597559

$275,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/29/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12597559

$275,000

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

Public Records for 121 Monroe Street

Taxable ValueLand$10,417Additions$60,827Total$71,244
Tax Record2024$5,061 ($422 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt1,524 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,524 SqFtStories1Lot Size3,168 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1929CountyKANEAPN06-14-162-016Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 121 Monroe Street

This home is within School District U-46.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Washington Elementary School
Public - PK to 6
Abbott Middle School
Public - 7 to 8
Larkin High School
Public - 9 to 12
Central School Program
Public - 6 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Washington Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Abbott Middle School
Public7 to 8

Larkin 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 121 Monroe Street, Elgin, IL 60123

121 Monroe Street is a single family home for sale in Elgin, IL 60123. This property was listed for sale on March 29, 2026 by Real 1 Realty, it's currently listed at $275,000. This listing's school district is School District U-46. Nearby schools include Washington Elementary School, Abbott Middle School and Larkin High School. 121 Monroe Street is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,400 sqft single family home built in 1913.

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