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Property Description
Welcome to this inviting 2-story home in Elgin offering comfort, space, and endless potential! Step inside to a spacious family room filled with natural light, seamlessly flowing into a formal dining area-both featuring rich dark brown hardwood floors that add warmth and character. The kitchen is conveniently located just off the dining room, creating a functional layout for everyday living and entertaining. The main level also includes two comfortable bedrooms and a full bathroom, making single-level living possible if desired. Upstairs, you'll find a generous master suite with its own private half bathroom. With its expansive layout, this upper level could easily be converted into two bedrooms, an office, or a private retreat. A full unfinished basement offers excellent storage or future living space potential. Outside, enjoy a large back patio perfect for summer barbecues, a sprawling backyard for recreation or gardening, and a 2-car garage plus a wide driveway providing ample parking. Don't miss this opportunity to own a well-laid-out home with room to grow in a convenient Elgin location!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 118 Wilcox Ave
General
- Price: $277,000
- Taxes: $5,814 (2023)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12503770
- Updated: 3/1/2026
- Added to Site: 129 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Yes, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Elgin
- County: Kane
- Township: Elgin
- Driving Directions: North on State St, West on Adams, North on Wilcox
School Information
- School District: 46
- Elem School District: 46
- Midd School District: 46
- High School District: 46
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: None
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Square Feet: 1,512
- Sq. Ft. Source: Other
- Year Built: 1920
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 66 x 132
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1920
- Tax Amount: $5,814
- Tax Year: 2023
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 614356008
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Schools
Schools serving 118 Wilcox Ave
School District:School District U-46
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Washington Elementary School, Elgin, IL 819 West Chicago Street, Elgin, IL 60123 | K-6 | 0.2 mi |
Abbott Middle School, Elgin, IL 949 Van Street, Elgin, IL 60123 | 7-8 | 0.2 mi |
Larkin High School 1475 Larkin Avenue, Elgin, IL 60123 | 9-12 | 0.8 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 118 Wilcox Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/09/2026
Price Reduced
$277,000
-1.07%
MLS
12/05/2025
Price Reduced
$280,000
-2.1%
MLS
10/24/2025
Listed
$286,000
-4.51%
MLS
8/17/2015
Sold
$299,500
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 118 Wilcox Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$6,042
4%
$75,492
11%
2023
$5,814
8%
$68,201
10%
2022
$5,392
4%
$62,188
7%
2021
$5,187
—
$58,142
5%
2021
$5,187
5%
$55,506
5%
2019
$4,938
36%
$52,873
44%
2018
$3,639
2%
$36,809
6%
2017
$3,579
4%
$34,798
8%
2016
$3,443
—
$32,283
9%
2015
$3,431
-7%
$29,591
1%
2014
$3,671
20%
$29,226
-3%
2013
$3,055
—
$29,997
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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Estimate the Cost for 118 Wilcox Ave
118 Wilcox Avenue, Elgin, IL 60123 (MLS# 12503770) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 118 Wilcox Avenue is currently listed for $277,000 and was received on October 24, 2025. Want to learn more about 118 Wilcox 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.

