853 Cedar Avenue

Elgin, IL 60120

$172,000
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,985 Sq. Ft.
$87 / Sq. Ft.
1,985
Sq. Ft.
$87
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Built for one of the founding families of Elgin - Charles & Francis Kimball! There is a lot of history in this home! Slate flooring in the entry way and back door area was reclaimed from Columbia School - Front porch railing reclaimed from Lords Park Pavilion - Brick walkway and front retaining wall were built with reclaimed bricks from old St. Joseph Hospital - and period millwork can be found thought this charming home! The large front porch welcomes you into the foyer and and spacious living room...Built for one of the founding families of Elgin - Charles & Francis Kimball! There is a lot of history in this home! Slate flooring in the entry way and back door area was reclaimed from Columbia School - Front porch railing reclaimed from Lords Park Pavilion - Brick walkway and front retaining wall were built with reclaimed bricks from old St. Joseph Hospital - and period millwork can be found thought this charming home! The large front porch welcomes you into the foyer and and spacious living room with 9ft ceilings and original hardwood floors. A large formal dining room that will easily accomodate a large table joins the living room and the oversized eat-in kitchen which features extensive cabinetry and access to the enclosed back porch. Additionally, the 4th bedroom is located on the main floor - this room offers built-in shelving and has been used as a library/den/bonus room. Upstairs are 3 surprisingly large bedroom - 2 of them can easily accomodate a king-sized bed and furniture. The upstairs bathroom features the original claw-foot tub! A full basement, with exterior access, offers tons of storage, an oversized 2-car garage (with storage above) and fenced backyard check all the boxes! Home sold in as-is condition / no FHA or VA.
  1. Listed by Angela Bjork • Baird & Warner

Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty

Property Details for 853 Cedar Avenue

Area
Elgin
Subdivision
Grand View
Township
Elgin
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Cars
2.0
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air

Location

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LISTING UPDATED: 05/05/2021 10:23 AM

Property Details for 853 Cedar Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #10945772
Days on Market56
Taxes$6,390 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1890
Lot Size0.18 AC / 7,927 SF
CountyKane County

Location

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Building Information for 853 Cedar Avenue

Stories-Year Built1890Building Size-Lot Size0.18 AC / 7,927 SF

Payment Calculator

$1,471 per month

30 year fixed, 7.25% Interest

Principal and Interest

$939

Property Taxes

$533

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 853 Cedar Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 46
  • Elementary School: Coleman 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
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, Wood Laminate Floors, First Floor Bedroom, Built-in Features, Bookcases, Ceiling - 9 Foot, Historic/Period Mlwk
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Window Features: Wood Frames
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: None
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Basement Sq Ft: 956
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Den, Sun Room, Enclosed Porch
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
  • Other Equipment: TV-Cable, Ceiling Fan(s)
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Porch, Screened Patio
  • 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: 956
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 60 X 132
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Exterior Building Type: Frame
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • North Coordinate: 12
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 33
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1985
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 956
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2020-12-03T15:45:35
  • Photos Count: 31
  • Rural: N
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 Flooring: Carpet
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 14X14
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • 2nd Bedroom Flooring: Carpet
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 14X14
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • 3rd Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 9X14
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • 4th Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 10X13
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 13X14
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space
  • Kitchen Flooring: Vinyl
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 22X14
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Living Room Dimensions: 14X14
Additional Room #1 Information
  • Addtl Room 1 Flooring: Hardwood
Additional Room #2 Information
  • Addtl Room 2 Flooring: Other
Additional Room #3 Information
  • Addtl Room 3 Flooring: Carpet
Enclosed Porch Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch
  • Deck Dimensions: 9X15
Den Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Den
  • Deck Dimensions: 13X10
Sun Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 15X10

Property History for 853 Cedar Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 853 Cedar Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$13,534Additions$66,936Total$80,470
Tax Record2022$6,457 ($538 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Total Finished SqFt1,985 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,985 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,920 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1900CountyKANEAPN06-12-183-002

Schools near 853 Cedar 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 - 8 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Mckinley Elementary School
PublicPK to 6

Larsen Middle School
Public7 to 8

Elgin High School
Public9 to 12

Central School Program
Public8 to 12

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