194 S Collins St

$550,000
Price
5
Beds
2,934 Sq. Ft.
$187 / Sq. Ft.
2,934
Sq. Ft.
$187
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Attention developers! City of South Elgin is pro-development of this sight. Absolutely Gorgeous almost 4 acre property in town, park like setting home. Lush, tree lined and a rolling meadow. 2 car garage was converted to a main level suite with additional family room with fireplace, large bedroom, full bath/laundry room, perfect for in-law arrangement. Upper level has bedroom, full bath, living room, dining area... lower level has 3 bedrooms, full bath, family room with kitchenette area, plus walkout...Attention developers! City of South Elgin is pro-development of this sight. Absolutely Gorgeous almost 4 acre property in town, park like setting home. Lush, tree lined and a rolling meadow. 2 car garage was converted to a main level suite with additional family room with fireplace, large bedroom, full bath/laundry room, perfect for in-law arrangement. Upper level has bedroom, full bath, living room, dining area... lower level has 3 bedrooms, full bath, family room with kitchenette area, plus walkout access to the spacious patio. The opportunities of this property are endless: Future development, etc. The value is truly in the land! Must see the property to fully appreciate. See Survey in Additional Information
  1. Listed by John Sommer • Success 24/7 Real Estate
    P: (630)-269-0202 C: (630)-269-0202 john@sommerteam.com

Property Details for 194 South Collins Street

Area
South Elgin
Township
Elgin
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Parking Spaces
4.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
LISTING UPDATED: 09/06/2025 07:03 AM

Property Details for 194 South Collins Street

StatusActive
MLS #12441306
Days on Market133
Taxes$9,913 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / Detached Single-Split Level
Year Built1975
Lot Size3.68 AC / 160,300 SF
CountyKane County

Location

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Building Information for 194 South Collins Street

Stories-Year Built1975Building Size-Lot Size3.68 AC / 160,300 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,544 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,718

Property Taxes

$826

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 194 South Collins Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 46
  • High School District: 46
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 46
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Driveway, On Site, Owned
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Dining Combo
  • Num Of Rooms: 9
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Basement Type: Finished, Walk-Out Access
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Flooring: Carpet
  • Dining Room: Kitchen/Dining Combo
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Foyer, Other Room
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Pool Features: Above Ground
  • Type: Split Level
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Humidifier
  • Other Equipment: Sump Pump, Water Heater-Gas
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 41-50 Years
  • Type Detached: Split Level
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Mature Trees, Backs to Trees/Woods
  • Lot Size: 3.0-3.99 Acres
  • Lot Dimensions: 295X468X385X477
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Brick
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 4
  • Document Date: 2025-08-15T16:41:52
  • Photos Count: 48
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
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: 20X10
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Walkout Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Walkout Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Walkout Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 13X10
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Second
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 12X12
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Walkout Basement
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 26X15
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Second
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 14X12
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 14X7
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 26X14
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 7X7
Other Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Other Room
  • Dimensions: 20X14

Property History for 194 South Collins Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 8, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12404144

$595,000
Aug 8, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12441306

$550,000
Jun 26, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12404144

$595,000
May 4, 2023

Sold

MRED #11734531

$380,000
Apr 3, 2023

Pending

MRED #11734531

Apr 3, 2023

Contingent

MRED #11734531

Mar 15, 2023

Price Change

MRED #11734531

$399,900
Mar 9, 2023

Listed (Active)

MRED #11734531

$450,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/08/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12404144

$595,000
08/08/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12441306

$550,000
06/26/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12404144

$595,000
05/04/2023

Sold

MRED #11734531

$380,000
04/03/2023

Pending

MRED #11734531

04/03/2023

Contingent

MRED #11734531

03/15/2023

Price Change

MRED #11734531

$399,900
03/09/2023

Listed (Active)

MRED #11734531

$450,000

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

Public Records for 194 South Collins Street

Taxable ValueLand$38,697Additions$94,193Total$132,890
Tax Record2024$9,855 ($821 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,934 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,934 SqFtStories1Lot Size135,036 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1975CountyKANEAPN06-35-301-005

Schools near 194 South Collins Street

This home is within School District U-46.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 7 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Willard Elementary School
PublicK to 6

Kenyon Woods Middle School
Public7 to 8

South 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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194 South Collins Street is a single family home for sale in South Elgin, IL 60177. This property was listed for sale on August 8, 2025 by Success 24/7 Real Estate, it's currently listed at $550,000. It has been on the market for a total of 133 days and was last sold on May 4, 2023. This listing's school district is School District U-46. Nearby schools include Willard Elementary School, Kenyon Woods Middle School and South Elgin High School. 194 South Collins Street is a 5-bed, 3-bath, 2,934 sqft single family home built in 1975.

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