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$399,000
Monthly Est:$1,986
3 Beds
2 Baths2 full baths
2,275sqft
515 Preston Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
$399,000
$1,986/moEst:
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Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
$-- HOA
-- sqft lot
$175/sq.ft
Description
A Fairytale Home with a Heavenly Backyard! Step into the charm of this inviting 3-bedroom, 2-bath home, where a beautiful entrance welcomes you into spacious rooms and abundant storage. A separate sunroom offers a peaceful place to relax, and the newer kitchen features a Frigidaire refrigerator (2025), Frigidaire oven/range (2023), and Bosch dishwasher (2023). Recent updates include a tankless water heater (2024) and a new A/C unit (2025); the roof is approximately 10 years old. The basement is a cozy retreat, with custom white built-in shelves and lower cabinets that create the feel of a private library, which is part of the recreational room for relaxing or gathering. Outside, enjoy a heavenly backyard quiet, beautiful setting filled with lovely plants and flowers. The backyard is fully enclosed and gated, creating a welcoming space to relax and enjoy the outdoors. The backyard also features a new shed for storing gardening tools and outdoor essentials, and the home includes a one-car garage. Located in a family-oriented Elgin area, the home is near the Fox River Trail, Lords Park, the Elgin Public Museum, Downtown Elgin, the Hemmens Cultural Center, the Grand Victoria Riverboat, and Santa's Village in East Dundee. Own this home before the end of this year! SOLD AS/IS.
- Houzeo last checked: 12 hours ago
- Listing updated: October 10, 2026 at 1:41 am
- Listing Provided by: Dinela Rus | City Habitat Realty LLC (773) 856-0552
- Source: MRED MLS-IL | MLS#: 12781035
Property Details
Status
Active
Type
Single Family Residence
No. of Stories
-
County
City
Neighborhood
--
Year Built
1940
HOA Fees
-
Finished Area
2,275 sqft
Lot Size
-- sqft lot
Basement Area
- sqft
MLS Name
MRED MLS
MLS Number
12781035
MLS Status
New
Days on Market
1
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Location
Facts & Features
Rooms
Bedrooms & bathrooms
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Recreation Room
Level: Basement
Area: 783.00 Square Feet
Dimensions: 27X29
Screened Porch
Level: Main
Area: 120.00 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Area: 120.00 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom 3
Level: Main
Area: 132.00 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12X11
Kitchen
Level: Main
Area: 160.00 Square Feet
Dimensions: 16X10
Laundry
Level: Main
Area: 110.00 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11X10
Living Room
Level: Main
Area: 240.00 Square Feet
Dimensions: 20X12
Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Area: 341.00 Square Feet
Dimensions: 31X11
Interior
Sewer
Public Sewer
Interior Features
Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom
Appliances
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Construction
Year Built
Year Built: 1940
Home type
Single Family Residence
Foundation Details
Concrete Perimeter
Roof
Asphalt
Construction Materials
Frame
Utilities & Energy
Water Source
Public
Fireplace Features
Wood Burning
Basement
Finished, Full
Parking Features
Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Detached, Garage
Electric
Circuit Breakers
Other Features
Community Features
Curbs, Street Paved
Patio And Porch Features
Patio
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
10/09/2026 Source: | Listed for Sale | $399,000 +134.71% $175/sqft |
11/20/2009 Source: | Price Decreased | $170,000 -2.80% $75/sqft |
11/20/2009 Source: | Sold | $174,900 $77/sqft |
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