Homes for sale - 603 Douglas Avenue, Elgin, IL 60120

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Melissa Overman

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Listed by Landon Kellyof Real Broker, LLC

$ 249,000

Est. payment | -/mo

4 Beds

2.5 Baths

1,602 SqFt

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$ 249,000

Est. payment | -/mo

Save

4 Beds

2.5 Baths

1,602 SqFt

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached Single

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 1,602 sqft

Price per Sqft $155

MLS Listing ID 12534130

Style Queen Anne,Victorian

Bedrooms 4

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 1

Year Built 1893

Annual Tax Amount $5,849

Tax Year 2024

Lot Size 4,878 Sqft

Lot Dimensions 42 X 116

Property Sub-Type Detached Single

Property Description

Value-Add Opportunity in Douglas Spring Historic District Welcome to this 3-story residence in the highly sought-after Douglas Spring Historic District, offering a rare opportunity for a buyer looking to add value through cosmetic and exterior improvements. The home already features a strong layout, historic character, and key interior upgrades-making it an ideal candidate for further enhancement. The open main level provides generous living space with a natural flow between the living, dining, and sitting areas, complemented by abundant natural light. The kitchen is equipped with quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, and modern finishes, serving as a solid foundation for light cosmetic updates. Original hardwood floors and historic trim remain throughout, preserving the home's authentic charm. The second level includes three spacious bedrooms and a fully remodeled bathroom featuring a double vanity, marble tile, jacuzzi tub, and steam shower. The third level offers a fourth bedroom along with additional storage space, allowing for flexible use or future reconfiguration. Value-add highlights: Exterior updates needed, including porch/deck replacement and exterior repaint Architectural plans already completed for porch repair at 603 Douglas Contractor team available to execute repairs and improvements Additional cosmetic updates present further upside The property features a wrap-around porch and fenced yard, providing excellent outdoor potential once improvements are completed. Ideal for an investor, rehab buyer, or owner-occupant looking to renovate and build equity in a historic neighborhood with strong resale demand. Property is being sold as-is. Room sizes to be verified by buyer.

Location

State IL

County Kane

Community Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Rooms

Basement Partially Finished, Full

Interior

Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Hardwood

Fireplace N

Appliance Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Exterior

Garage Spaces 1.0

View Y/N true

Roof Type Asphalt

Building

Lot Description Corner Lot

Story 3 Stories

Foundation Concrete Perimeter

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

Structure Type Aluminum Siding

New Construction false

Schools

Elementary Schools Mckinley Elementary School

Middle Schools Larsen Middle School

High Schools Elgin High School

School District 46, 46, 46

Others

HOA Fee Include None

Ownership Fee Simple

Special Listing Condition None

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603 Douglas Avenue Elgin, IL 60120