51 Wilcox Avenue, Elgin, IL 60123 - Photo 1

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$435,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
4 Beds
2 Full Baths
2,320 Sq. Ft.
1 Car Garage
Updated 11 days ago

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Property Description

This warm and inviting custom MID CENTURY MODERN home was designed by a female student that studied under Frank Lloyd Wright. This home features many of the unique designs of the 1950's with vaulted ceilings, multi levels of living space and large windows that showcase the outdoors with natural light everywhere! Authentic redwood siding and interior redwood walls. Many updates have been done to his classic home that include over $70K in repairs. The entire Electrical System upgraded (2025) Boiler installed (2020) Roof replaced (2018) Unico central Air Conditioning (2025) Windows in LR repaired (2026) and much, much more. Lower level floors and garage floor is heated. Do not miss your chance to own a piece of Elgin's architectural history just minutes from the Metra, Gail Borden Public Library, Hemmens Cultural Center, and Festival Park on the beautiful Fox River!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 51 Wilcox Ave

General

Sold For: $435,000
Taxes: $7,242 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12599244
Added to Site: 112 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Historic/Period Mlwk, Paneling
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning, Masonry
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Flooring: Laminate, Carpet

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2
Bathroom Features: Double Sink

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 4

Parking

Garage: Yes
Attached garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1
Total Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Asphalt, Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Driveway, Owned, Garage

Location

Area: Elgin
County: Kane
Driving Directions: Route 31 to W Chicago St, 7 blocks to Wilcox Avenue to home on left.

School Information

School District: 46
Midd School District: 46
Elementary School: Washington Elementary School
Middle School: Abbott Middle School
High School: Larkin High School
Private School: Larkin High School

Community

Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Wall Unit(s)
Heating Type: Baseboard, Radiant Floor

Utilities

Water: Public

Structural Information

Construction: Brick, Cedar
Exterior Const.: Brick, Cedar
Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Walk-Out Access
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Asphalt
Windows: Window Treatments
Sub-Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
Square Feet: 2,320
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Year Built: 1952
Built Before 1978: Yes

Additional Structures

Other Structures: Shed(s)

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.2
Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
Lot Dimensions: 66 x 133 x 66 x 133

Financial Considerations

Parking Included: Yes
Assessment Year: 1952
Tax Amount: $7,242
Tax Year: 2024

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 614330007

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Schools

Schools serving 51 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	0.1 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 ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 51 Wilcox Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

7/09/2026

Sold

$435,000

-3.33%

MLS

5/18/2026

Price Reduced

$450,000

-3.23%

MLS

4/23/2026

Price Reduced

$465,000

-4.12%

MLS

4/09/2026

Listed

$485,000

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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51 Wilcox Avenue, Elgin, IL 60123 (MLS# 12599244) is a Single Family property that was sold at $435,000 on July 09, 2026. This property was listed by Cydney McCabe from our Naperville Office.Want to learn more about 51 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.

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