Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds1,640 sqft$122/sqft
514 Locust St, Elgin, IL 60123
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.32 acresLot Size
1910Year Built
$122/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

Description

Calling all investors, rehabbers, flippers, and buyers looking to build instant equity! This spacious two-story home offers a fantastic floor plan featuring 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and generously sized living spaces rarely found at this price point. There is hardwood floor throughout much of the home and the expansive living room, separate family room, formal dining room, and enclosed front porch provide exceptional flexibility and the perfect foundation for a stunning renovation The spacious kitchen...Calling all investors, rehabbers, flippers, and buyers looking to build instant equity! This spacious two-story home offers a fantastic floor plan featuring 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, and generously sized living spaces rarely found at this price point. There is hardwood floor throughout much of the home and the expansive living room, separate family room, formal dining room, and enclosed front porch provide exceptional flexibility and the perfect foundation for a stunning renovation The spacious kitchen includes all existing appliances and offers endless potential to become the heart of the home. Upstairs, you'll find all three generously sized bedrooms. The renovation has already begun to convert the upstairs half bath into a full bathroom, providing an outstanding opportunity to add immediate value. The huge unfinished basement offers incredible potential for future living space, a workshop, or abundant storage. A detached one-car garage adds even more functionality and convenience. Priced to sell and reflecting its current condition, this home is being sold AS IS, with cash buyers preferred. Whether you're looking for your next flip, long-term investment, or a chance to create your dream home while building significant equity, this property delivers outstanding potential. With solid bones, an excellent floor plan, tremendous upside, and a highly desirable west-side location, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss.

    Sold By Brenda E Puga

    • Listed by: Sarah Leonard 224.239.3966 sarah@sarahleonardsells.com • Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company, LLC
    • Listed by: James Brown 224.999.9100 jim@sarahleonardsells.com • Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company, LLC
    Listing closed: 08/17/2026 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 12711953

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    Property Information for 514 Locust Street

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $5,764 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 1.5 Story
    • County: Kane County
    • Area: Elgin
    • Township: Elgin
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Num Of Garage Spaces: 1.0
    • Air Conditioning Type: None
    • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas
    • Architectural Style: Traditional
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 1910
    • Lot Size: 0.32 AC / 13,939 SF
    General Information
    School Information
    • Elementary School District: 46
    • Elementary School: Highland Elementary School
    • Jr High Middle School: Kimball Middle School
    • High School District: 46
    • High School: Larkin High School
    • Middle Or Junior School District: 46
    Addtl Parking Information
    • Parking Details: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
    • Association Fee Includes: None
    • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
    Property Information
    Interior Features
    • Num Of Rooms: 7
    • Bedrooms Total: 3
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Basement Type: Unfinished, Full
    • Bedrooms Possible: 3
    • Air Conditioning: None
    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Basement Bathrooms: No
    • Room Type: Enclosed Porch
    • Num of Baths: 1.1
    Exterior Features
    • Type: 1.5 Story
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Water: Public
    • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
    • Other Equipment: Water Heater-Gas
    Property/Lot Information
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: No
    • Built Before 1978: Yes
    • Age: 100+ Years
    • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
    • Total Sq Ft: 0
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
    • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
    • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
    • Lot Dimensions: 13866
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Exterior Building Type: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding, Steel Siding
    • Construction: Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding, Steel Siding
    • General Information: None
    • North Coordinate: 11
    • South Coordinate: 0
    • East Coordinate: 0
    • West Coordinate: 34
    • Living Area Source: Assessor
    Property and Assessments
    • Public Document Count: 1
    • Document Date: 2026-07-23T18:29:24
    • Photos Count: 25
    • 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: None
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X11
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X9
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
    • 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: 11X9
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    • Family Room Dimensions: 19X13
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 15X12
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: N/A
    • Room Type: Laundry
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Dimensions: 15X12
    Enclosed Porch Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Enclosed Porch
    • Dimensions: 17X8

    Property History for 514 Locust Street

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Mar 19, 2003

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #115177981

    $155,000
    Jan 22, 2003

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #111152736

    $155,000
    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    03/19/2003

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #115177981

    $155,000
    01/22/2003

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #111152736

    $155,000

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

    Public Records for 514 Locust Street

    Taxable ValueLand$16,075Additions$67,481Total$83,556
    Tax Record2025$5,764 ($480 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,640 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,640 SqFtStories2Lot Size13,866 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1910Year Renovated1910CountyKANEAPN06-14-409-035

    Schools near 514 Locust 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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    Nearby home values

    AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
    This home: 514 Locust Street, Elgin, IL 60123
    $200,000
    3
    1,640
    13,939
    $140,000
    4
    1,804
    12,276
    $28,000
    2
    1,340
    9,500
    $123,000
    3
    1,200
    9,121
    $180,000
    3
    1.5
    1,465
    5,240
    $183,000
    5
    1,415
    4,852

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