279 Garden Dr

$399,000
Price
3
Beds
2,444 Sq. Ft.
$163 / Sq. Ft.
2,444
Sq. Ft.
$163
per Sq. Ft.

Description

It's easy to fall in love with this home! Located on a tree-lined street in West Pointe Gardens with views of Meier Park and award-winning Burlington School District 301, this Dartmouth model has it all. Sip your morning coffee on the charming front porch, host dinner in the formal dining room, and cook like a pro in the chef's kitchen with 42" cabinets, granite counters, and a spacious island. The open family room is filled with natural light, while the upstairs loft offers extra space for work...It's easy to fall in love with this home! Located on a tree-lined street in West Pointe Gardens with views of Meier Park and award-winning Burlington School District 301, this Dartmouth model has it all. Sip your morning coffee on the charming front porch, host dinner in the formal dining room, and cook like a pro in the chef's kitchen with 42" cabinets, granite counters, and a spacious island. The open family room is filled with natural light, while the upstairs loft offers extra space for work or play. A full basement with 9' ceilings with rough in plumbing is ready for your finishing touch, and the private, fully fenced yard-with a pergola, gas line for grilling, and plenty of space to unwind-sets the stage for perfect summer evenings. New roof (2021), New washer/dryer (2021), 1212 metal pergola (2021). Other updates include refinished floors throughout the main level, whole house re-painted and ceramic backsplash in the kitchen. Just minutes from I-90 & the Metra, this one is move-in ready!
  1. Listed by Christine Currey • RE/MAX All Pro - St Charles
    P: (847)-754-0468 C: (847)-754-0468 christine@theckteam.com; erin@theCKteam.com
  2. Listed by Erin Koertgen • RE/MAX All Pro - St Charles
    P: (847)-409-8168 C: (847)-409-8168 erin@theckteam.com

Property Details for 279 Garden Drive

Area
Elgin
Subdivision
West Point Gardens
Township
Elgin
Ownership
Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
LISTING UPDATED: 12/10/2025 12:07 AM

Property Details for 279 Garden Drive

StatusActive
MLS #12527951
Days on Market11
Taxes$10,817 / year
HOA Fees$385 / year
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built2008
Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,132 SF
CountyKane County

Location

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Building Information for 279 Garden Drive

Stories-Year Built2008Building Size-Lot Size0.12 AC / 5,132 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,905 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,972

Property Taxes

$901

HOA Dues

$32

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Property Information for 279 Garden Drive

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 301
  • Elementary School: Howard B Thomas Grade School
  • Jr High Middle School: Central Middle School
  • High School District: 301
  • High School: Central High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 301
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Annually
  • Association Fee Includes: Common Insurance
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Loft
  • Num of Baths: 2.1
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Other Equipment: Sump Pump
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: No
  • Age: 16-20 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 Dimensions: 5132
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: None
  • North Coordinate: 11
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 38
  • Living Area Source: Other
  • Management Company: Foster Premier
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 43
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 19X14
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 11X10
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: 13X10
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 13X15
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 19X17
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 7X6
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 17X10
Loft Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Loft
  • Dimensions: 17X14

Property History for 279 Garden Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 4, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12527951

$399,000
Dec 4, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12519043

$409,000
Nov 17, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12502266

$415,000
Nov 17, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12519043

$409,000
Oct 24, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12502266

$419,900
Aug 4, 2022

Sold

MRED #11452826

$379,000
Jul 20, 2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1495135317

$379,000

+6.6% / yr

Jul 15, 2022

Contingent

MRED #11452826

Jul 15, 2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11452826

$379,000
Jul 7, 2022

Pending

MRED #11452826

Jul 7, 2022

Contingent

MRED #11452826

Jul 1, 2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11452826

$379,000
Nov 6, 2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #372006790

$218,000

-8.1% / yr

Oct 31, 2013

Sold

MRED #08333564

$218,000
Aug 17, 2013

Pending

MRED #08333564

May 3, 2013

Listed (Active)

MRED #08333564

$256,150
Mar 15, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #216812215

$381,500
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/04/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12527951

$399,000
12/04/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12519043

$409,000
11/17/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12502266

$415,000
11/17/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12519043

$409,000
10/24/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12502266

$419,900
08/04/2022

Sold

MRED #11452826

$379,000
07/20/2022

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1495135317

$379,000

+6.6% / yr

07/15/2022

Contingent

MRED #11452826

07/15/2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11452826

$379,000
07/07/2022

Pending

MRED #11452826

07/07/2022

Contingent

MRED #11452826

07/01/2022

Listed (Active)

MRED #11452826

$379,000
11/06/2013

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #372006790

$218,000

-8.1% / yr

10/31/2013

Sold

MRED #08333564

$218,000
08/17/2013

Pending

MRED #08333564

05/03/2013

Listed (Active)

MRED #08333564

$256,150
03/15/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #216812215

$381,500

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

Public Records for 279 Garden Drive

Taxable ValueLand$39,827Additions$91,357Total$131,184
Tax Record2024$10,817 ($901 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt2,624 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,624 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,792 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built2006CountyKANEAPN06-18-405-014

Schools near 279 Garden Drive

This home is within Central Community Unit School District 301.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 7
Public - 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Howard B Thomas Grade School
PublicPK to 5

Prairie Knolls Middle School
Public6 to 7

Central Middle School
Public8

Central High School
Public9 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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279 Garden Drive is a single family home for sale in Elgin, IL 60124. This property was listed for sale on December 4, 2025 by RE/MAX All Pro - St Charles, it's currently listed at $399,000. It has been on the market for a total of 11 days and was last sold on August 4, 2022. This listing's school district is Central Community Unit School District 301. Nearby schools include Howard B Thomas Grade School, Prairie Knolls Middle School and Central Middle School. 279 Garden Drive is a 3-bed, 3-bath, 2,444 sqft single family home built in 2008.

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