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$550,000
Property Description
Historic Elgin Mansion with great potential for Bed & Breakfast, Tourism Rentals, or just an awesome house to live in! Move-in Ready 8-bedrooms, 3-full baths, 2-half baths, 14-room 3-story mansion on .43-acres in the Elgin Historical District, across from the Fox River and the Grand Victoria Riverboat Casino. The Pelton Mansion was designed by the renowned Elgin architect, Gilbert M. Turnbull, and built in 1889 for Dr. Ora Levant Pelton, Sr., and has been a cherished part of the Historic Elgin House Tour for many years. Must-See in-person!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 214 S State St
General
- Price: $550,000
- Taxes: $10,725 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12656406
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, High Ceilings, Center Hall Plan, Coffered Ceiling(s), Historic/Period Mlwk, Separate Dining Room, Pantry, Workshop
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Bedroom, Wood-Burning
- Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 2
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Separate Shower
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 8
Additional Information
- Equipment: Water Heater-Gas
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 6
- Total Spaces: 6
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Shared Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached
Location
- Area: Elgin
- County: Kane
- Township: Elgin
- Driving Directions: On the West side of State Street, between Chicago Street and Walnut Avenue, across the Fox River from the Riverboat Casino.
School Information
- School District: 46
- Elem School District: 46
- Midd School District: 46
- High School District: 46
- Elementary School: Lowrie Elementary School
- Middle School: Abbott Middle School
- High School: Central School Program
- Private School: Central School Program
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Steam
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Victorian
- Architectural Style: Victorian
- Construction: Frame, Plaster
- Exterior Const.: Frame, Plaster
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Foundation: Stone
- Windows: Window Treatments, Wood Frames, Some Stained Glass
- Doors: French Doors, Pocket Door(s)
- Sub-Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Square Feet: 4,628
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1889
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.4
- Lot Size Range: .50 to .99 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 72 x 238
- Lot Features: Landscaped, Mature Trees
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1889
- Tax Amount: $10,725
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Documents Avail.: Historical
- Property ID: 614478023
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Schools
Schools serving 214 S State St
School District:School District U-46
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lowrie Elementary School 264 Oak Street, Elgin, IL 60123 | K-6 | 0.3 mi |
Abbott Middle School, Elgin, IL 949 Van Street, Elgin, IL 60123 | 7-8 | 1 mi |
Larkin High School 1475 Larkin Avenue, Elgin, IL 60123 | 9-12 | 1.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Tax History
Tax History for 214 S State St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$10,362
4%
$129,478
11%
2023
$9,971
8%
$116,973
10%
2022
$9,249
4%
$106,659
7%
2021
$8,897
—
$99,718
5%
2021
$8,897
20%
$95,196
5%
2019
$7,442
1%
$90,680
6%
2018
$7,358
3%
$85,426
6%
2017
$7,175
71%
$80,758
8%
2016
$4,201
-8%
$74,922
9%
2015
$4,568
-8%
$68,673
1%
2014
$4,947
23%
$67,825
-3%
2013
$4,012
—
$69,614
—
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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214 S State Street, Elgin, IL 60123 (MLS# 12656406) is a Single Family property with 8 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 2 partial bathrooms. 214 S State Street is currently listed for $550,000 and was received on July 02, 2026. Want to learn more about 214 S State 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.
