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Property Description
Opportunities like this do not come around too often! Located in Elgin's most sought after "Gold Coast" neighborhood on beautiful tree lined street! This farmhouse style home stands out on a gorgeous oversized level lot! Covered front porch perfect for summer nights! Step thru the front door and the character and charm begins! Large foyer/parlor area with crown molding and gleaming hardwood floors! Bright and very open living room with custom fireplace, crown molding and bay with picture window! Convenient front office with crown and rich wood paneling! Adorable kitchen with breakfast bar, upgraded stainless steel appliances, granite countertops and T&G ceiling leads to the separate dining area with solid brick fireplace, custom built-ins and French doors leading to your dream screened porch with awesome views and door to the side brick patio! Oversized laundry area with extra cabinets and exposed brick wall! Beautiful solid wood staircase leads to the large 2nd floor landing! Spacious master suite with triple closets, crown molding and private bath with custom dual sink vanity, walk-in glass shower and custom tile work! Upgraded hall bath! Adorable secondary bedrooms with built-ins, bay area and plenty of room! Walk-up attic for extra storage! Very functional basement perfect for rec room, crafts and exercise area! So many possibilities! The yard is absolutely gorgeous with mature trees and perennials thru out! This is a forever home! Quick access to I-90, train and downtown!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 809 Douglas Ave
General
- Sold For: $490,000
- Taxes: $10,319 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12285230
- Added to Site: 434 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Center Hall Plan, Historic/Period Mlwk
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Dining Room, Gas Starter
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Double Sink
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Historical District
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2.5
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Parking On-Site: Yes
Location
- Area: Elgin
- County: Kane
- Subdivision: Lovells
- Driving Directions: Rt 31 2 Kimball E2 Douglas N2 Home - Corner of Douglas & Lincoln Ave
School Information
- School District: 46
- Midd School District: 46
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Wall Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Traditional
- Construction: Frame
- Exterior Const.: Frame
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Crawl Space, Partial
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Screens
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 2,661
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1900
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.58
- Lot Size Range: .50 to .99 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 164 x 177 x 102 x 60 x 61 x 117
- Lot Features: Corner Lot, Landscaped, Level
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1900
- Tax Amount: $10,319.02
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 611285010
Listed by RE/MAX Horizon
Sold by eXp Realty, LLC - Geneva
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Schools
Schools serving 809 Douglas Ave
School District:School District U-46
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Mckinley Elementary School, Elgin, IL 258 Lovell Street, Elgin, IL 60120 | K-6 | 0.2 mi |
Larsen Middle School 665 Dundee Avenue, Elgin, IL 60120 | 7-8 | 0.6 mi |
Elgin High School 1200 Maroon Drive, Elgin, IL 60120 | 9-12 | 2.6 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 809 Douglas Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/01/2025
Sold
$490,000
-1.98%
MLS
2/12/2025
Listed
$499,900
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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.
809 Douglas Avenue, Elgin, IL 60120 (MLS# 12285230) is a Single Family property that was sold at $490,000 on May 01, 2025. Want to learn more about 809 Douglas 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.

