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Property Description
This unique property offers an exceptional opportunity, featuring a spacious home situated on a corner lot with an additional adjacent parcel included (approx. 49' x 107'), offering added space and flexibility. Freshly painted inside and out this home includes three full bedrooms, with two located on the upper level along with a versatile room-perfect for a home office, creative space, or additional storage. The main level features a primary bedroom, a spacious living/dining area with a flexible open layout, and a kitchen with room for a dining table. Large windows throughout the home provide an abundance of natural light. A main-floor breezeway offers convenient access to the attached garage, and the property also features a newer roof, adding value and peace of mind.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 552 Walnut Ave
General
- Price: $245,000
- Taxes: $7,935 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12523519
- Updated: 12/22/2025
- Added to Site: 52 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1.5
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Gravel, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Elgin
- County: Kane
- Township: Elgin
- Driving Directions: RT. 31 NORTH OF RT. 20 TO WALNUT AVENUE WEST
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: None
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Frame
- Exterior Const.: Frame
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 1,600
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1863
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 101 x 107
- Lot Features: Corner Lot
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1863
- Tax Amount: $7,935.58
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 623201013
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Schools
Schools serving 552 Walnut Ave
School District:School District U-46
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Washington Elementary School, Elgin, IL 819 West Chicago Street, Elgin, IL 60123 | K-6 | 0.5 mi |
Abbott Middle School, Elgin, IL 949 Van Street, Elgin, IL 60123 | 7-8 | 0.6 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 552 Walnut Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/16/2025
Price Reduced
$245,000
-1.96%
MLS
11/24/2025
Listed
$249,900
51.45%
MLS
12/08/2021
Sold
$165,000
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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 552 Walnut Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$955
4%
$11,931
11%
2023
$919
8%
$10,779
10%
2022
$852
4%
$9,829
7%
2021
$820
—
$9,189
5%
2021
$820
5%
$8,772
5%
2019
$780
2%
$8,356
12%
2017
$765
4%
$7,442
8%
2016
$736
—
$6,904
9%
2015
$734
-6%
$6,328
1%
2014
$785
1%
$6,250
-21%
2018
$778
19%
$7,872
23%
2013
$653
—
$6,415
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Estimate the Cost
Estimate the Cost for 552 Walnut Ave
552 Walnut Avenue, Elgin, IL 60123 (MLS# 12523519) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 552 Walnut Avenue is currently listed for $245,000 and was received on November 24, 2025. Want to learn more about 552 Walnut 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.

