601 Columbia Ave

1,556 Sq. Ft.
$173 / Sq. Ft.
1,556
Sq. Ft.
$173
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Hurry! Great opportunity! Needs some basic TLC but great upside! Excellent location with quick access to I-90! Deep corner lot! Enclosed front porch perfect for summer nights or extra storage! Spacious living room with tons of natural light! Large dining area with tile flooring flows into the very functional kitchen with plenty of extra cabinet space! Gracious size bedrooms all on the 2nd level! Partially finished basement has great upside with just a little paint! Rec room, storage and extra bathroom!...Hurry! Great opportunity! Needs some basic TLC but great upside! Excellent location with quick access to I-90! Deep corner lot! Enclosed front porch perfect for summer nights or extra storage! Spacious living room with tons of natural light! Large dining area with tile flooring flows into the very functional kitchen with plenty of extra cabinet space! Gracious size bedrooms all on the 2nd level! Partially finished basement has great upside with just a little paint! Rec room, storage and extra bathroom! Currently tenant occupied on a month to month lease! Bring offer!
  1. Listed by Robert Wisdom • RE/MAX Horizon
    P: (847)-695-8348 C: (847)-980-3670 wisdom@teamwisdomrealestate.com
  2. Listed by Lisa Wisdom • RE/MAX Horizon
    P: (847)-695-8348 lisa@teamwisdomrealestate.com

Property Details for 601 Columbia Avenue

Area
Elgin
Township
Elgin
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
None
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
LISTING UPDATED: 01/22/2026 03:58 AM

Property Details for 601 Columbia Avenue

StatusNew
MLS #12552176
Days on Market4
Taxes$6,538 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1925
Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,403 SF
CountyKane County

Location

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Building Information for 601 Columbia Avenue

Stories-Year Built1925Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,403 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,860 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,315

Property Taxes

$545

HOA Dues

$0

The Payment Calculator is for illustrative purposes only.

Property Information for 601 Columbia Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 46
  • High School District: 46
  • 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: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 7
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: None
  • Flooring: Laminate
  • Basement Sq Ft: 778
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
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: 778
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 48 X 131
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Aluminum Siding
  • General Information: None
  • North Coordinate: 12
  • West Coordinate: 33
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2026-01-21T22:19:28
  • Photos Count: 3
  • 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: 12X10
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X8
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 12X9
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 14X12
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 13X12
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 14X14
Enclosed Porch Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch
  • Dimensions: 22X6

Property History for 601 Columbia Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 21, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12552176

$269,900
Jan 12, 2015

Sold

MRED #08802545

$80,750
Jan 5, 2015

Pending

MRED #08802545

Dec 15, 2014

Listed (Active)

MRED #08802545

$79,900
Jan 6, 2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #486476989

$81,000

-16.5% / yr

Sep 23, 2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #254857733

$210,000

+23.7% / yr

Jul 17, 2007

Sold

MRED #06531145

$160,700
Jun 25, 2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #223850353

$161,000

-17.5% / yr

Jun 19, 2007

Pending

MRED #06531145

May 29, 2007

Listed (Active)

MRED #06531145

$153,700
May 1, 2007

Cancelled

MRED #06378285

$181,900
Jan 11, 2007

Listed (Active)

MRED #06378285

$199,000
Dec 23, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #173466055

$215,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/21/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12552176

$269,900
01/12/2015

Sold

MRED #08802545

$80,750
01/05/2015

Pending

MRED #08802545

12/15/2014

Listed (Active)

MRED #08802545

$79,900
01/06/2014

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #486476989

$81,000

-16.5% / yr

09/23/2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #254857733

$210,000

+23.7% / yr

07/17/2007

Sold

MRED #06531145

$160,700
06/25/2007

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #223850353

$161,000

-17.5% / yr

06/19/2007

Pending

MRED #06531145

05/29/2007

Listed (Active)

MRED #06531145

$153,700
05/01/2007

Cancelled

MRED #06378285

$181,900
01/11/2007

Listed (Active)

MRED #06378285

$199,000
12/23/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #173466055

$215,000

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

Public Records for 601 Columbia Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$14,384Additions$67,316Total$81,700
Tax Record2024$6,538 ($545 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt1,556 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,556 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,389 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1925CountyKANEAPN06-12-428-001

Schools near 601 Columbia Avenue

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 - 7 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
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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601 Columbia Avenue is a single family home for sale in Elgin, IL 60120. This property was listed for sale on January 21, 2026 by RE/MAX Horizon, it's currently listed at $269,900. It has been on the market for a total of 4 days and was last sold on January 12, 2015. This listing's school district is School District U-46. Nearby schools include Coleman Elementary School, Larsen Middle School and Elgin High School. 601 Columbia Avenue is a 4-bed, 2-bath, 1,556 sqft single family home built in 1925.

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