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$307,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1,866 Sq. Ft.
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This very detailed Victorian/Italianate 1872 house was featured on a past Elgin Historic House Tour. Lots of original details on the exterior, and the interior. A wonderful wrap-around porch, with a double door entry, invites your guests into another era. Full-length windows are present in most rooms. Hardwood floors, original trim, and moldings retain the character from 150 years ago. A modern kitchen features a cherry floor, maple cabinets, beautiful countertops, tile backsplash, and lots of light! A spacious dining room with a bay window, a front parlor with a fireplace, and a first-floor bedroom/den offer plenty of living space. One bath is on first level. Two bedrooms, plus a den area and two full baths are located upstairs. Electrical and plumbing have been upgraded. Furnace upgrades and the new roof in 2021. The city just replaced the water service lines to the house, a major improvement. A nice-sized yard has a large shed and a log cabin playhouse. A parking pad is located off the back alley, with plenty of room to add a garage. The rear yard is fenced. This property is in the Elgin Historic District and will require a new buyer to sign a form acknowledging such (rules pertain to exterior improvements only). Grant money is possible from both the City of Elgin and the neighborhood group, the Gifford Park Association.

Full Property Details for 156 S Gifford St

General

  • Sold For: $307,000
  • Taxes: $6,707 (2023)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12203741
  • Added to Site: 426 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk, Some Carpeting, Some Window Treatment, Granite Counters
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Humidifier

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Bathroom Features: Accessible Shower

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Additional Information

  • Equipment: Cable TV, Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Whole-House Fan
  • Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access, Historical District

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Porch

Parking

  • Total Spaces: 3
  • Parking Features: Off-Alley
  • Parking Type: Space(s)
  • Parking On-Site: Yes

Location

  • Area: Elgin
  • County: Kane
  • Driving Directions: RT 31 2 CHICAGO ST E2 GIFFORD S2 HOME

School Information

  • School District: 46
  • Midd School District: 46

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

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

Utilities

  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Victorian
  • Exterior Const.: Frame
  • Basement Desc.: Full
  • Foundation: Stone
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Square Feet: 1,866
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 1872
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Remodeled/Updated: 2015

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
  • Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 60 x 132
  • Driveway/Sidewalk: Concrete, Off Alley

Financial Considerations

  • Parking Included: Yes
  • Assessment Year: 1872
  • Tax Amount: $6,707
  • Tax Year: 2023

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property ID: 613376020

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Sold by Keller Williams ONEChicago

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Schools serving 156 S Gifford St

School District:School District U-46
NameGradesDistance
Channing Memorial Elementary School
63 South Channing Street, Elgin, IL 60120
K-60.2 mi
Ellis Middle School
225 South Liberty Street, Elgin, IL 60120
7-80.4 mi
Elgin High School
1200 Maroon Drive, Elgin, IL 60120
9-121.7 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 156 S Gifford St

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/17/2025
Sold
$307,000
—
MLS
12/30/2024
Price Reduced
$307,000
-1.68%
MLS
11/30/2024
Price Reduced
$312,250
-0.79%
MLS
11/18/2024
Listed
$314,750
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

Listed by Real People Realty
Sold by Keller Williams ONEChicago

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156 S Gifford Street, Elgin, IL 60120 (MLS# 12203741) is a Single Family property that was sold at $307,000 on March 17, 2025. Want to learn more about 156 S Gifford Street? 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.