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Property Description
Get ready to fall in love with this beautifully updated 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath two-story home nestled in the heart of Elgin, right in Kane County. With over 2,000 square feet of living space, this home offers the perfect blend of style, function, and location - everything today's buyers are looking for! You'll love being steps away from the forest preserve with scenic walking paths, plus an easy stroll to the brand-new neighborhood playground with a gazebo. Schools are just a short walk, and you'll enjoy quick access to Randall Road favorites like Starbucks, Menards, McDonald's, Meijer and more, along with Route 20, I-90, Sherman Hospital, and St. Joseph's Hospital all nearby. Inside, you'll be greeted with fresh updates throughout - new lighting, painted doors with upgraded hardware, and modern touches everywhere you look. Off the front Porch the living room shines with beautiful hardwood floors, large windows, recessed lighting, a ceiling fan, and an electric fireplace framed by custom built-in shelving. The kitchen is made for both cooking and gathering - featuring stainless steel appliances, a center island with seating, tons of counter space, a pantry, and access to your new deck with gate to add stairs to below (2022) through sliding glass doors. There's also convenient access to your 2-car garage and backyard from the side door. On the main floor, you'll find two spacious bedrooms and a full bath, perfect for guests or anyone wanting to avoid stairs, plenty of room in the bedroom closet behind the barn door to move laundry to the main level. The larger bedroom is a showstopper with custom shiplap ceiling and accent wall, barn doors, crown molding, chandelier lighting, and hardwood floors. Upstairs, two more generously sized bedrooms with fresh paint and natural light share a beautifully appointed full bath, there is already hook up for laundry in on of the bedroom closets. Head down to the partially finished basement, complete with a half bath, walk-out access to the yard, and laundry area. Outside, you'll find a 6 ft fully fenced yard with custom raised garden boxes and a separate gated dog run off the side garage door- perfect for entertaining, relaxing, or playing. Major updates bring peace of mind, including windows (2017), siding & gutters (2019), and furnace, AC, and water heater (2020). This home truly checks every box - location, updates, space, and charm - all ready for you to move right in! Don't miss your chance to see it in person - homes like this don't last long in Elgin!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 520 N Lyle Ave
General
- Sold For: $350,000
- Taxes: $7,322 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12505521
- Added to Site: 73 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Pantry
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal
- Flooring: Carpet, Wood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Dog Run
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
Location
- Area: Elgin
- County: Kane
- Subdivision: Valley Creek
- Driving Directions: Highland Ave toN Lyle Ave home on the left.
School Information
- School District: 46
- Midd School District: 46
- Elementary School: Creekside Elementary School
- Middle School: Kimball Middle School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Full, Walk-Out Access
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Screens
- Sub-Flooring: Carpet, Wood
- Square Feet: 1,727
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1980
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1736
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 71 x 108
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Nature Preserve Adjacent, Mature Trees, Garden
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1980
- Tax Amount: $7,322
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 609481014
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Schools
Schools serving 520 N Lyle Ave
School District:School District U-46
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Creekside Elementary School, Elgin, IL 655 North Airlite Street, Elgin, IL 60123 | K-6 | 0.2 mi |
Kimball Middle School 451 North McLean Boulevard, Elgin, IL 60123 | 7-8 | 0.7 mi |
Larkin High School 1475 Larkin Avenue, Elgin, IL 60123 | 9-12 | 1.1 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 520 N Lyle Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/18/2025
Sold
$350,000
-2.75%
MLS
11/13/2025
Price Reduced
$359,900
-1.37%
MLS
11/07/2025
Price Reduced
$364,900
-5.22%
MLS
11/03/2025
Listed
$385,000
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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.
520 N Lyle Avenue, Elgin, IL 60123 (MLS# 12505521) is a Single Family property that was sold at $350,000 on December 18, 2025. Want to learn more about 520 N Lyle 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.

