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Property Description
Welcome to this solid brick single-family home located in the heart of Elgin. Offering flexible living space, the home features 2 bedrooms on the main level and 2 additional bedrooms in the fully finished basement, ideal for extended living, guests, or a home office setup. The main level includes 1 updated bathroom and a comfortable layout with 1,118 square feet of living space. The finished basement adds approximately 750 square feet, complete with a recreation room and a dedicated laundry room, providing plenty of room for entertaining or everyday living. A 3-season room addition extends the living area and offers a perfect spot to relax and enjoy the outdoors. The property also includes a 2-car detached garage for convenient parking and storage. This home combines classic brick construction with functional living space in an established Elgin neighborhood-an excellent opportunity for buyers seeking versatility and value.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 513 Cookane Ave
General
- Price: $199,900
- Taxes: $5,666 (2023)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12536193
- Updated: 2/12/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Finished, F
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 2
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Yes, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Elgin
- County: Cook
- Township: Hanover
- Driving Directions: Rt#25 to Bent to Cookane
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, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Square Feet: 1,188
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1944
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.215
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 71 x 132
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1944
- Tax Amount: $5,666
- Tax Year: 2023
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: REO/Lender Owned
- Property ID: 6191120030000
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Schools
Schools serving 513 Cookane Ave
School District:School District U-46
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Huff Elementary School 801 Hastings Street, Elgin, IL 60120 | K-6 | 0.3 mi |
Ellis Middle School 225 South Liberty Street, Elgin, IL 60120 | 7-8 | 0.5 mi |
Elgin High School 1200 Maroon Drive, Elgin, IL 60120 | 9-12 | 0.9 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 513 Cookane Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/11/2026
Listed
$199,900
17.59%
MLS
8/08/2003
Sold
$170,000
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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 513 Cookane Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$5,666
3%
$23,000
—
2022
$5,477
26%
$23,000
44%
2021
$4,359
-1%
$15,979
—
2020
$4,409
-1%
$15,979
-11%
2019
$4,452
13%
$17,954
20%
2018
$3,925
—
$14,989
—
2017
$3,934
-1%
$14,989
—
2016
$3,981
7%
$14,989
13%
2015
$3,728
3%
$13,235
—
2014
$3,630
4%
$13,235
—
2013
$3,490
-7%
$13,235
-12%
2012
$3,764
—
$15,055
—
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 513 Cookane Ave
513 Cookane Avenue, Elgin, IL 60120 (MLS# 12536193) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 513 Cookane Avenue is currently listed for $199,900 and was received on February 11, 2026. Want to learn more about 513 Cookane 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.

