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  • Single Family
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 716 Sq. Ft.
  • 1 Car Garage
  • Updated 1 day ago
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Charming 2-br, 1-ba home, nestled on a quiet, low-traffic street. Conveniently located near schools and transportation, making daily commutes a breeze. Inside, you'll find new, modern laminate flooring throughout, newer appliances, along with spacious bedrooms and a comfortable living space. Step outside to a large, well-maintained backyard featuring a garden, stone fire pit, and a generous sized deck-perfect for outdoor entertaining. An ideal starter home offering elegance, comfort and convenience!

Full Property Details for 1061 Houston Ave

General

  • Price: $235,000
  • Taxes: $4,605 (2023)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12608097
  • Updated: 4/6/2026
  • Added to Site: 4 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Basement: Crawl Spac
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Flooring: Laminate

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom Features: Soaking Tub

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Additional Information

  • Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Spaces: 4
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Driveway, Off Site, Owned, Garage

Location

  • Area: Elgin
  • County: Cook
  • Township: Elgin
  • Driving Directions: Villa St to Peck Place South on Peck to Houston Left/East on Houston

School Information

  • School District: 46
  • Elem School District: 46
  • Midd School District: 46
  • High School District: 46
  • Elementary School: Huff Elementary School
  • Middle School: Ellis Middle School
  • High School: Elgin High School
  • Private School: Elgin High School

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
  • Heating Type: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Info: Cottage
  • Architectural Style: Cottage
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Sub-Flooring: Laminate
  • Square Feet: 716
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

  • Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 48 x 133

Financial Considerations

  • Assessment Year: 1951
  • Tax Amount: $4,605
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property ID: 6194020030000
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Schools serving 1061 Houston Ave

School District:School District U-46
NameGradesDistance
Huff Elementary School
801 Hastings Street, Elgin, IL 60120
K-60.6 mi
Ellis Middle School
225 South Liberty Street, Elgin, IL 60120
7-81.2 mi
Elgin High School
1200 Maroon Drive, Elgin, IL 60120
9-120.5 mi
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Price
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4/02/2026
Listed
$235,000
63.19%
MLS
12/05/2019
Sold
$144,000
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Tax History for 1061 Houston Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$4,605
3%
$15,999
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2022
$4,476
16%
$15,999
43%
2021
$3,863
1%
$11,210
—
2020
$3,839
-1%
$11,210
-11%
2019
$3,861
5%
$12,596
16%
2018
$3,691
—
$10,864
—
2017
$3,680
6%
$10,864
—
2016
$3,462
-4%
$10,864
6%
2015
$3,616
3%
$10,292
—
2014
$3,502
3%
$10,292
—
2013
$3,387
-15%
$10,292
-23%
2012
$4,006
—
$13,368
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1061 Houston Avenue, Elgin, IL 60120 (MLS# 12608097) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 1061 Houston Avenue is currently listed for $235,000 and was received on April 04, 2026. This property is listed by Rosalinda Rivera from our McMullen/O'Hare Office.Want to learn more about 1061 Houston Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Elgin? You can browse all Elgin real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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