Sold
Last Sold Price
2 beds1,400 sqft$196/sqft
121 Monroe St, Elgin, IL 60123
Single FamilyProperty Type
1913Year Built
$196/sq ftPrice per sq ft

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.

    Sold By Fulton Grace Realty

    • Listed by: Francois Moret 847.754.7114 Francois@francoismoret.com • Real 1 Realty
    Listing closed: 05/08/2026 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 12597559

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    Property Information for 121 Monroe Street

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $5,061 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
    • County: Kane County
    • 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
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 1913
    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
    May 8, 2026

    Sold

    MRED #12597559

    $275,000
    May 1, 2026

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1940237766

    $275,000
    Apr 10, 2026

    Pending

    MRED #12597559

    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    05/08/2026

    Sold

    MRED #12597559

    $275,000
    05/01/2026

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1940237766

    $275,000
    04/10/2026

    Pending

    MRED #12597559

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    Public Records for 121 Monroe Street

    Taxable ValueLand$11,310Additions$66,040Total$77,350
    Tax Record2025$5,291 ($441 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,524 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,524 SqFtStories1Lot Size3,168 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1929Year Renovated1929CountyKANEAPN06-14-162-016

    Schools near 121 Monroe 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 - 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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