700 Ford Ave

Elgin, IL 60120

$350,000
Price
4
Beds
1,357 Sq. Ft.
$258 / Sq. Ft.
1,357
Sq. Ft.
$258
per Sq. Ft.
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Description

Welcome to this charming and well-maintained home at 700 Ford Street in Elgin, offering incredible potential and value! Featuring beautiful hardwood floors throughout most of the main level, this home blends classic character with functional living spaces. The main floor offers multiple bedrooms, including two with cozy carpeting, along with two full bathrooms, one featuring a full tub and the second with a convenient walk-in shower. The bright living and dining areas flow seamlessly, with access...Welcome to this charming and well-maintained home at 700 Ford Street in Elgin, offering incredible potential and value! Featuring beautiful hardwood floors throughout most of the main level, this home blends classic character with functional living spaces. The main floor offers multiple bedrooms, including two with cozy carpeting, along with two full bathrooms, one featuring a full tub and the second with a convenient walk-in shower. The bright living and dining areas flow seamlessly, with access to the backyard deck, perfect for relaxing or entertaining! The kitchen is equipped with an electric stove, garbage disposal, and ample space to make it your own. A unique courtyard-style access leads to the spacious 2.5-car garage, with a convenient side entry door to the home. Downstairs, you'll find a generously sized 17x30 finished basement with carpeting, offering additional living space ideal for a recreation room, home office, or gym. Laundry is currently located in the basement, with the option previously brought up to the main level for added convenience. Additional features include an Aprilaire humidifier, remaining window treatments, and a crawl space under the home's addition for extra storage. This home is being sold as-is and is ready for its next owner to bring their vision to life. Located in a well-established neighborhood with easy access to local amenities, this is a fantastic opportunity you won't want to miss!
  1. Listed by Jordan Mansk • Great Western Properties
    P: (630)-347-8900 C: (630)-880-0611 hmplatinumagents@gmail.com
  2. Listed by Patricia Hannula • Great Western Properties
    P: (847)-370-0890 C: (847)-370-0890 hmplatinumagents@gmail.com

Property Details for 700 Ford Avenue

Area
Elgin
Township
Hanover
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas
LISTING UPDATED: 04/27/2026 05:26 AM

Property Details for 700 Ford Avenue

StatusContingent
MLS #12612958
Days on Market21
Taxes$4,615 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1 Story
Year Built1955
Lot Size0.24 AC / 10,560 SF
CountyCook County
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Building Information for 700 Ford Avenue

Stories-Year Built1955Building Size-Lot Size0.24 AC / 10,560 SF

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Property Information for 700 Ford Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 46
  • High School District: 46
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 46
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Concrete, 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: 9
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: Finished, Partially Finished, Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Workshop
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Type: 1 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 957
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 957
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 957
  • Lower Sq Ft: 957
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 10560
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Construction: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Assessor Square Footage: 957
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2026-04-08T12:22:17
  • Photos Count: 20
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: Image360+realtor
  • Virtual Tour YN: Yes
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 12X9
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 11X11
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 30X15
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 11X14
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 23X12
Work Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Work Room
  • Dimensions: 8X12

Property History for 700 Ford Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Apr 14, 2026

Contingent

MRED #12612958

—
Apr 9, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12612958

$350,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
04/14/2026

Contingent

MRED #12612958

—
04/09/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12612958

$350,000

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Public Records for 700 Ford Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$6,864Additions$15,136Total$22,000
Tax Record2023$4,615 ($385 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt957 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt957 SqFtStories1Lot Size10,560 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1956CountyCOOKAPN06-06-108-007

Schools near 700 Ford 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

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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