603 Douglas Ave

1,602 Sq. Ft.
$156 / Sq. Ft.
1,602
Sq. Ft.
$156
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Value-Add Opportunity in Douglas Spring Historic District Welcome to this 3-story residence in the highly sought-after Douglas Spring Historic District, offering a rare opportunity for a buyer looking to add value through cosmetic and exterior improvements. The home already features a strong layout, historic character, and key interior upgrades-making it an ideal candidate for further enhancement. The open main level provides generous living space with a natural flow between the living, dining, and...Value-Add Opportunity in Douglas Spring Historic District Welcome to this 3-story residence in the highly sought-after Douglas Spring Historic District, offering a rare opportunity for a buyer looking to add value through cosmetic and exterior improvements. The home already features a strong layout, historic character, and key interior upgrades-making it an ideal candidate for further enhancement. The open main level provides generous living space with a natural flow between the living, dining, and sitting areas, complemented by abundant natural light. The kitchen is equipped with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and modern finishes, serving as a solid foundation for light cosmetic updates. Original hardwood floors and historic trim remain throughout, preserving the home's authentic charm. The second level includes three spacious bedrooms and a fully remodeled bathroom featuring a double vanity, marble tile, jacuzzi tub, and steam shower. The third level offers a fourth bedroom along with additional storage space, allowing for flexible use or future reconfiguration. Value-add highlights: Exterior updates needed, including porch/deck replacement and exterior repaint Architectural plans already completed for porch repair at 603 Douglas Contractor team available to execute repairs and improvements Additional cosmetic updates present further upside The property features a wrap-around porch and fenced yard, providing excellent outdoor potential once improvements are completed. Ideal for an investor, rehab buyer, or owner-occupant looking to renovate and build equity in a historic neighborhood with strong resale demand. Property is being sold as-is. Room sizes to be verified by buyer.
  1. Listed by Landon Kelly • Real Broker, LLC
    P: (630)-379-1078 C: (630)-379-1078 landonkalyle@gmail.com

Property Details for 603 Douglas Avenue

Area
Elgin
Township
Elgin
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
1.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
1.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Architectural Style
Queen Anne, Victorian
LISTING UPDATED: 02/04/2026 01:22 PM

Property Details for 603 Douglas Avenue

StatusContingent
MLS #12534130
Days on Market71
Taxes$5,849 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 3 Stories
Year Built1893
Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,878 SF
CountyKane County

Location

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Building Information for 603 Douglas Avenue

Stories-Year Built1893Building Size-Lot Size0.11 AC / 4,878 SF

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Property Information for 603 Douglas Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 46
  • Elementary School: Mckinley Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Larsen Middle School
  • High School District: 46
  • High School: Elgin High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 46
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: West
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: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Attic: Finished
  • Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Steam Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Room Type: Sitting Room, Foyer
  • Num of Baths: 2.1
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Type: 3 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Corner Lot
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 42 X 116
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Aluminum Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Historical District
  • North Coordinate: 12
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 34
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 6
  • 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: 12X12
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 14X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 11X9
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 19X14
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: 12X12
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 13X12
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 11X11
Sitting Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Dimensions: 12X12

Property History for 603 Douglas Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 4, 2026

Price Change

MRED #12534130

$249,900
Jan 17, 2026

Contingent

MRED #12534130

Jan 6, 2026

Price Change

MRED #12534130

$229,000
Dec 17, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12534130

$249,000
Dec 9, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12521913

$319,000
Nov 28, 2025

Temporarily Off Market

MRED #12521913

$319,000
Nov 25, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12521913

$319,000
Jun 24, 2020

Sold

MRED #10682111

$210,000
Jun 5, 2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #676516530

$210,000

+4.4% / yr

May 15, 2020

Pending

MRED #10682111

Apr 2, 2020

Listed (Active)

MRED #10682111

$225,000
Aug 12, 2011

Sold

MRED #07824042

$143,000
Jul 25, 2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #314349535

$143,000

+24.5% / yr

Jun 23, 2011

Pending

MRED #07824042

Jun 3, 2011

Listed (Active)

MRED #07824042

$149,000
May 2, 2011

Expired

MRED #07599880

$158,900
Aug 4, 2010

Listed (Active)

MRED #07599880

$174,900
Aug 2, 2010

Cancelled

MRED #07354223

$179,900
Oct 10, 2009

Cancelled

MRED #07322455

$179,000
Oct 10, 2009

Listed (Active)

MRED #07354223

$179,900
Sep 11, 2009

Listed (Active)

MRED #07322455

$179,000
Jun 26, 2009

Sold

MRED #07144280

$88,000
May 6, 2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #271647218

$88,000

-26.5% / yr

May 4, 2009

Pending

MRED #07144280

Feb 25, 2009

Listed (Active)

MRED #07144280

$129,900
Feb 24, 2009

Expired

MRED #07054319

$129,900
Oct 20, 2008

Listed (Active)

MRED #07054319

$150,000
Sep 4, 2008

Cancelled

MRED #06763975

$179,900
Feb 1, 2008

Listed (Active)

MRED #06763975

$259,900
Apr 15, 2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #156053042

$307,000

+30.2% / yr

Mar 25, 2002

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #93724323

$137,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/04/2026

Price Change

MRED #12534130

$249,900
01/17/2026

Contingent

MRED #12534130

01/06/2026

Price Change

MRED #12534130

$229,000
12/17/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12534130

$249,000
12/09/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12521913

$319,000
11/28/2025

Temporarily Off Market

MRED #12521913

$319,000
11/25/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12521913

$319,000
06/24/2020

Sold

MRED #10682111

$210,000
06/05/2020

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #676516530

$210,000

+4.4% / yr

05/15/2020

Pending

MRED #10682111

04/02/2020

Listed (Active)

MRED #10682111

$225,000
08/12/2011

Sold

MRED #07824042

$143,000
07/25/2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #314349535

$143,000

+24.5% / yr

06/23/2011

Pending

MRED #07824042

06/03/2011

Listed (Active)

MRED #07824042

$149,000
05/02/2011

Expired

MRED #07599880

$158,900
08/04/2010

Listed (Active)

MRED #07599880

$174,900
08/02/2010

Cancelled

MRED #07354223

$179,900
10/10/2009

Cancelled

MRED #07322455

$179,000
10/10/2009

Listed (Active)

MRED #07354223

$179,900
09/11/2009

Listed (Active)

MRED #07322455

$179,000
06/26/2009

Sold

MRED #07144280

$88,000
05/06/2009

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #271647218

$88,000

-26.5% / yr

05/04/2009

Pending

MRED #07144280

02/25/2009

Listed (Active)

MRED #07144280

$129,900
02/24/2009

Expired

MRED #07054319

$129,900
10/20/2008

Listed (Active)

MRED #07054319

$150,000
09/04/2008

Cancelled

MRED #06763975

$179,900
02/01/2008

Listed (Active)

MRED #06763975

$259,900
04/15/2005

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #156053042

$307,000

+30.2% / yr

03/25/2002

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #93724323

$137,000

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

Public Records for 603 Douglas Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$11,458Additions$69,626Total$81,084
Tax Record2024$5,849 ($487 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt1,602 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,602 SqFtStories2Lot Size4,872 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1893CountyKANEAPN06-11-431-009

Schools near 603 Douglas Avenue

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
Mckinley Elementary School
PublicK 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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