78 S Edison Ave

1,368 Sq. Ft.
$190 / Sq. Ft.
1,368
Sq. Ft.
$190
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This adorable 2 bedroom, 1 1/2 story home offers a lot of room to grow! Quality details from the minute you enter! Closed entry with coat closet, hardwood floors throughout main floor, crown molding, solid white panel doors, 2 fireplaces, and more. The lovely sun-filled living room boasts large windows, a beautiful fireplace with mantle and an arched entry to the separate dining room. The family room addition (previously used as a large master bedroom) offers 2 separated closets, brick fireplace...This adorable 2 bedroom, 1 1/2 story home offers a lot of room to grow! Quality details from the minute you enter! Closed entry with coat closet, hardwood floors throughout main floor, crown molding, solid white panel doors, 2 fireplaces, and more. The lovely sun-filled living room boasts large windows, a beautiful fireplace with mantle and an arched entry to the separate dining room. The family room addition (previously used as a large master bedroom) offers 2 separated closets, brick fireplace with hearth, hardwood floors and it's own furnace. 2 bedrooms located on the main floor, both with hardwood floors. The walk-up attic offers incredible finishing possibilities. Remove the whole house fan and create a large master, play room, or office space (2 wall heaters are "as is" -they have not been used by owners). The large unfinished basement additionally offers finishing possibilities. Washer and dryer hook up, set up for toilet, and loads of storage or finishing space. Spacious 1-car detached garage, large deck, and great backyard. So much to offer, so much room to expand! Listing agent has interest. Propeerty is being sold as is!
  1. Listed by Caroline Ellsworth • Keller Williams Inspire - Geneva
    P: (847)-514-8595 C: (847)-514-8595 carrieellsworthhomes@gmail.com

Property Details for 78 South Edison 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
Num of Interior Fireplaces
2
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
LISTING UPDATED: 02/10/2026 02:12 PM

Property Details for 78 South Edison Avenue

StatusNew
MLS #12565452
Days on Market1
Taxes$6,310 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1.5 Story
Year Built1940
Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,600 SF
CountyKane County

Location

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Building Information for 78 South Edison Avenue

Stories-Year Built1940Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,600 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,793 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,267

Property Taxes

$526

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 78 South Edison 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, 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
  • Interior Property Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • Num Of Rooms: 6
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Attic: Full,Interior Stair,Unfinished
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Bath/Stubbed, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 2
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 1.5 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 81-90 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: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 50x132
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Aluminum Siding
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1368
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2026-02-10T19:47:57
  • Photos Count: 15
  • 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: 10X11
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 9X12
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: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 12X9
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 19X16
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 9X11
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 21X12

Property History for 78 South Edison Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 10, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12565452

$259,900
Dec 29, 2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #261152921

$152,000
Dec 29, 2008

Sold

MRED #06821223

$152,000
Dec 14, 2008

Pending

MRED #06821223

Sep 16, 2008

Listed (Active)

MRED #06821223

$198,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/10/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12565452

$259,900
12/29/2008

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #261152921

$152,000
12/29/2008

Sold

MRED #06821223

$152,000
12/14/2008

Pending

MRED #06821223

09/16/2008

Listed (Active)

MRED #06821223

$198,900

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

Public Records for 78 South Edison Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$14,313Additions$64,536Total$78,849
Tax Record2024$6,310 ($526 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Total Finished SqFt1,368 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,368 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,600 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1940CountyKANEAPN06-15-477-016Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 78 South Edison 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
Harriet Gifford Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Abbott Middle School
Public7 to 8

Larkin 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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78 South Edison Avenue is a single family home for sale in Elgin, IL 60123. This property was listed for sale on February 10, 2026 by Keller Williams Inspire - Geneva, it's currently listed at $259,900. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on December 29, 2008. This listing's school district is School District U-46. Nearby schools include Harriet Gifford Elementary School, Abbott Middle School and Larkin High School. 78 South Edison Avenue is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 1,368 sqft single family home built in 1940.

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