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  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,820 Sq. Ft.
  • Updated 13 hours ago
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Amazing home near Elgin's historical district, walkable to downtown area and Gail Borden Library. This home has been well maintained and features main floor primary bedroom with step in shower, stained glass windows, some original doors and original hardwood floors. Additionally it has several modern updates including updated electrical and plumbing, remodeled baths, modern kitchen with granite countertops 42 inch cabinets and roll out pantry shelves. Generous size bedrooms on second floor both have walk in closets. Details throughout the home give so much character that you just can't find in homes built today. The stacked washer and dryer are conveniently located on main floor. Exterior has two covered porches, long driveway, and shed for additional storage.

Full Property Details for 268 Seneca St

General

  • Price: $299,000
  • Taxes: $5,146 (2024)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12609235
  • Updated: 4/3/2026
  • Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago

Rental Information

  • Complex Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Interior

  • Basement: Unfinished
  • Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Pantry
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Humidifier
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Bathroom Features: Accessible Shower

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Additional Information

  • Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)

Parking

  • Total Spaces: 4
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Driveway, Yes, Owned

Location

  • Area: Elgin
  • County: Kane
  • Township: Elgin
  • Driving Directions: Spring Street and Lawrence head North on Spring then east on Seneca to home.

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: Central Air Conditioning
  • Heating Type: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Storm Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Construction: Wood Siding
  • Exterior Const.: Wood Siding
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Egress Window, Full
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
  • Square Feet: 1,820
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 1892
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Remodeled/Updated: 2012

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Shed(s)

Lot Features

  • Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 54 x 67 x 54 x 67

Financial Considerations

  • Parking Included: Yes
  • Assessment Year: 1892
  • Tax Amount: $5,146
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Pays Sewer: Storm Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property ID: 612358012

Listed by Suburban Life Realty, Ltd.

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Schools serving 268 Seneca St

School District:School District U-46
NameGradesDistance
Mckinley Elementary School, Elgin, IL
258 Lovell Street, Elgin, IL 60120
K-60.3 mi
Larsen Middle School
665 Dundee Avenue, Elgin, IL 60120
7-80.5 mi
Elgin High School
1200 Maroon Drive, Elgin, IL 60120
9-122.2 mi
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Price & Sales History for 268 Seneca St Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Price
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4/03/2026
Listed
$299,000
90.45%
MLS
9/18/2019
Sold
$157,000
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Tax History for 268 Seneca St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$5,146
5%
$72,298
11%
2023
$4,886
5%
$65,316
10%
2022
$4,644
5%
$59,557
7%
2021
$4,432
—
$55,681
5%
2021
$4,432
-6%
$53,156
5%
2019
$4,729
8%
$50,635
14%
2018
$4,379
2%
$44,290
6%
2017
$4,306
4%
$41,870
8%
2016
$4,143
—
$38,844
9%
2015
$4,129
-6%
$35,604
1%
2014
$4,416
5%
$35,164
-15%
2013
$4,214
—
$41,374
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268 Seneca Street, Elgin, IL 60120 (MLS# 12609235) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 268 Seneca Street is currently listed for $299,000 and was received on April 03, 2026. Want to learn more about 268 Seneca 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.

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