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Single family home for sale at 186 N Du Bois Ave, Elgin, IL 60123 | MLS# 12718627 | Listing updated on 2026-09-22
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$474,900

Monthly Est:$2,364

  • Beds Icon5 Beds
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    3 Baths
  • Beds Icon4,592sqft

186 N Du Bois Ave, Elgin, IL 60123

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  • Single Family Residence

  • Built in 1930

  • $-- HOA

  • -- sqft lot

  • $103/sq.ft

Description

Significant Price Adjustment-Unbeatable Space & Value in a Quiet Residential Area! Nestled within a highly desirable, established neighborhood, this property is the ultimate setup for entrepreneurs, contractors, clients, or anyone looking for a rare buildable double lot, extensive storage capacity, and ample parking spaces. This unique brick-accented home offers an astounding 4,592 total square feet of space, providing unmatched versatility and future expansion potential. Perfect for managing large personal vehicles, private equipment, inventory, or setting up a massive personal workshop, the exterior features an extensive amount of parking space, one 2-car detached garage, a solid concrete slab installed in 2023, and a custom-designed storage shed built in 2024. Bring your cosmetic design vision to transform the expansive interior and build massive long-term value throughout. Original hardwood floors run throughout the home, waiting to be beautifully refinished, while vintage-style pocket doors in some areas add exceptional character and charm. Enjoy ultimate peace of mind with high-ticket structural and mechanical items already completed: Dual-Zone HVAC: Furnaces & A/Cs installed 2016 (1st-floor A/C updated 2021). Fully serviced in 2025 with new components and 2 smart thermostats. Roof & Infrastructure: Front half and side dent area replaced 2023; back half replaced 2016. Water heater from 2018. Garage doors/transmitters replaced 2022. The main living layout features a warm main living room highlighted by a classic brick fireplace. A substantial rear addition completed in 2016 beautifully expands the living zones, delivering an expansive 1st-floor family room and a stunning, sun-drenched sunroom that features gorgeous French windows and French doors. The sunroom serves as a complete, striking architectural feature leading up to the additional flex room, which functions perfectly as your home office space while offering seamless indoor-outdoor living with direct access to the spacious 2-tier deck. The floor plan also includes a private 4th bedroom and a massive primary bedroom suite complete with an oversized walk-in closet and a private master bathroom featuring a double vanity, walk-in shower, and separate soaker tub. The kitchen highlights stainless appliances, granite counters, and ample cabinetry. The basement provides exceptional additional storage or a blank canvas for extra living space. Eligible for a $5,000 Chase Homebuyer Grant! Offered as-is. Bring your design ideas today!

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  • Listing updated: September 22, 2026 at 5:06 am
  • Listing Provided by: Leticia Lara (847) 456-6764 | HomeSmart Connect LLC (847) 495-5000
  • Source: MRED MLS-IL | MLS#: 12718627 MRED MLS-IL

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Single Family Residence

  • No. of Stories

    -

  • County

    Kane County

  • City

    Elgin

  • Neighborhood

    --

  • Year Built

    1930

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    4,592 sqft

  • Lot Size

    -- sqft lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    MRED MLS

  • MLS Number

    12718627

  • MLS Status

    Active

  • Days on Market

    71

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Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 5

    Bathrooms: 3

  • Heated Sun Room

    Level: Main

    Area: 162.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 18X9

  • Bedroom 5

    Level: Main

    Area: 143.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 13X11

  • Work Room

    Level: Basement

    Area: 208.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 16X13

  • Recreation Room

    Level: Basement

    Area: 330.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 30X11

  • Recreation Rm

    Level: Basement

    Area: 483.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 23X21

  • Walk In Closet

    Level: Second

    Area: 84.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 12X7

  • Bedroom 2

    Level: Second

    Area: 204.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 17X12

  • Bedroom 3

    Level: Second

    Area: 143.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 13X11

  • Bedroom 4

    Level: Second

    Area: 143.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 13X11

  • Dining Room

    Level: Main

    Area: 169.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 13X13

  • Family Room

    Level: Main

    Area: 156.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 13X12

  • Kitchen

    Level: Main

    Area: 132.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 12X11

  • Laundry

    Level: Basement

    Area: 117.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 13X9

  • Living Room

    Level: Main

    Area: 338.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 26X13

  • Master Bedroom

    Level: Second

    Area: 338.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 26X13

Interior

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Interior Features

    1st Floor Bedroom, Built In Features, Walk In Closet(s), Bookcases, Historic/period Mlwk, Open Floorplan, Granite Counters, Workshop

  • Appliances

    Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

  • Flooring

    Hardwood

  • Cooling

    Central Air

  • Heating

    Natural Gas, Forced Air

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1930

  • Home type

    Single Family Residence

  • Foundation Details

    Concrete Perimeter

  • Architectural Style

    Colonial

  • Roof

    Asphalt

  • Construction Materials

    Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding, Steel Siding, Brick

Utilities & Energy

  • Water Source

    Public

  • Laundry Features

    Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Laundry Chute, Sink

  • Fireplace Features

    Wood Burning, Includes Accessories

  • Basement

    Finished, Storage Space, Full

  • Parking Features

    Concrete, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

  • Electric

    Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service

Other Features

  • Community Features

    Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights

  • Patio And Porch Features

    Deck

  • Lot Features

    Mature Trees

Price History

DateEventPrice

09/17/2026

Source: mls_logoMRED MLS-IL #MRD12718627

Price Decreased

$474,900 -4.04%

$103/sqft

08/11/2026

Source: mls_logoMRED MLS-IL #MRD12718627

Price Decreased

$494,900 -0.82%

$108/sqft

07/29/2026

Source: mls_logoMRED MLS-IL #MRD12709818

Listing Removed

$499,000

$109/sqft

07/29/2026

Source: mls_logoMRED MLS-IL #MRD12718627

Listed for Sale

$498,999 -3.11%

$109/sqft

07/20/2026

Source: mls_logoMRED MLS-IL #MRD12692707

Listing Removed

$514,999 +3.21%

$112/sqft

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