491 Congdon Ave

Elgin, IL 60120

$175,000
Price
1
Bed
546 Sq. Ft.
$321 / Sq. Ft.
546
Sq. Ft.
$321
per Sq. Ft.
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Contingent
Contingent

Description

Small in size, but BIG on charm! An efficient floor plan blends charm and function and features classic upgrades like hardwood floors, shiplap, wainscoting, reclaimed wood shelves, newer windows, etc. Enclosed porch with vintage windows and built-in storage leads to spacious rooms. The fully updated and applianced kitchen boasts newer cabinets and counters, open custom shelving made from reclaimed wood, ceramic floors, and custom backsplashes. Adorable full bathroom updated for today with a vintage...Small in size, but BIG on charm! An efficient floor plan blends charm and function and features classic upgrades like hardwood floors, shiplap, wainscoting, reclaimed wood shelves, newer windows, etc. Enclosed porch with vintage windows and built-in storage leads to spacious rooms. The fully updated and applianced kitchen boasts newer cabinets and counters, open custom shelving made from reclaimed wood, ceramic floors, and custom backsplashes. Adorable full bathroom updated for today with a vintage vibe: Victorian hex mosaic ceramic flooring, a cast iron tub, convenient medicine cabinet, and wainscoting! Full, dry basement! Want space for your pet or a garden? Fenced backyard boasts perennials and a 10x8 storage shed. Great north-end location close to schools & I-90 access. Excellent alternative to condo living! What a dollhouse! New living room and kitchen windows 2024.
  1. Listed by Gina Swanson • RE/MAX All Pro - St Charles
    P: (847)-401-7653 gina@ginaswansonhomes.com

Property Details for 491 Congdon Avenue

Area
Elgin
Township
Elgin
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Air Conditioning Type
Wall Unit(s)
Num of Interior Fireplaces
0
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
LISTING UPDATED: 04/14/2026 09:44 PM

Property Details for 491 Congdon Avenue

StatusContingent
MLS #12549818
Days on Market6
Taxes$2,765 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1 Story
Year Built1930
Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,484 SF
CountyKane County
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Location

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Building Information for 491 Congdon Avenue

Stories-Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size0.08 AC / 3,484 SF

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$1,112 per month

30 year fixed, 6.46% Interest

Principal and Interest

$881

Property Taxes

$230

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 491 Congdon Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 46
  • High School District: 46
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 46
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Off Street, Yes, Owned
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 3
  • Bedrooms Total: 1
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Sidewalks
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 1
  • Air Conditioning: Wall Unit(s)
  • Dining Room: None
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Type: 1 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • 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: Other
  • Lot Dimensions: 45x74
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2026-04-09T19:05:28
  • Photos Count: 21
  • 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: 12X9
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
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: N/A
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 12X9
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 16X10
Enclosed Porch Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch
  • Dimensions: 7X5

Property History for 491 Congdon Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 14, 2026

Contingent

MRED #12549818

—
Apr 10, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12549818

$175,000—
Jun 10, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #647117717

$72,500

-2.0% / yr

Nov 7, 2012

Sold

MRED #08158452

$31,000—
Oct 3, 2012

Pending

MRED #08158452

—
Sep 12, 2012

Listed (Active)

MRED #08158452

$31,000—
May 5, 2011

Expired

MRED #07486109

$69,900—
Jun 20, 2010

Listed (Active)

MRED #07486109

$94,900—
Mar 24, 2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #115230524

$100,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/14/2026

Contingent

MRED #12549818

—
04/10/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12549818

$175,000
06/10/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #647117717

$72,500

-2.0% / yr

11/07/2012

Sold

MRED #08158452

$31,000
10/03/2012

Pending

MRED #08158452

—
09/12/2012

Listed (Active)

MRED #08158452

$31,000
05/05/2011

Expired

MRED #07486109

$69,900
06/20/2010

Listed (Active)

MRED #07486109

$94,900
03/24/2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #115230524

$100,000

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

Public Records for 491 Congdon Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$9,680Additions$32,867Total$42,547
Tax Record2024$2,765 ($230 / month)
Home Facts
Beds1Total Finished SqFt546 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt546 SqFtStories1Lot Size3,339 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1930CountyKANEAPN06-12-210-013

Schools near 491 Congdon Avenue

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

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