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$285,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1,882 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
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This charming 5 bedroom, 2 bath home in Elgin boasts a large foyer with stained glass windows and a beautiful wood staircase. The spacious living and dining room combination features stunning moldings and picture windows. The kitchen is adorable with a pantry and space for a table or large buffet. The main floor bathroom has a storage room attached. The first floor also includes a bedroom or office with French doors and hardwood floors. Upstairs, you'll find four good-sized bedrooms, one with original built-ins. Two bedrooms have walk-in closets and the second floor bathroom has a walk-in shower. The basement has a laundry area and storage/work rooms with access to the yard. The large backyard includes mature trees, a two-car garage, and shed. Enjoy your morning coffee on the cute front porch. Located close to downtown Elgin's amenities and the Fox River walking and bike paths, this home is perfect for those who love to entertain. Come check it out!

Full Property Details for 838 Cedar Ave

General

  • Sold For: $285,000
  • Taxes: $5,505 (2023)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12458953
  • Added to Site: 139 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 5

Additional Information

  • Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Spaces: 6
  • Parking Features: Concrete, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Driveway, Garage
  • Parking On-Site: Yes

Location

  • Area: Elgin
  • County: Kane
  • Subdivision: Grand View
  • Driving Directions: Rt. 25 south to Slade, right. to Cedar, right to home.

School Information

  • School District: 46
  • Midd School District: 46
  • Elementary School: Mckinley Elementary School
  • Middle School: Larsen Middle School
  • High School: Elgin High School
  • Private School: Elgin High School

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
  • Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air

Utilities

  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Construction: Aluminum Siding
  • Exterior Const.: Aluminum Siding
  • Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Doors: French Doors
  • Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
  • Square Feet: 1,882
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 1890
  • 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 132
  • Lot Features: Mature Trees

Financial Considerations

  • Parking Included: Yes
  • Assessment Year: 1890
  • Tax Amount: $5,505.22
  • Tax Year: 2023

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property ID: 612182016

Listed by Baird & Warner
Sold by Casablanca

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Schools serving 838 Cedar Ave

School District:School District U-46
NameGradesDistance
Mckinley Elementary School, Elgin, IL
258 Lovell Street, Elgin, IL 60120
K-60.3 mi
Larsen Middle School
665 Dundee Avenue, Elgin, IL 60120
7-80.2 mi
Elgin High School
1200 Maroon Drive, Elgin, IL 60120
9-122.3 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 838 Cedar Ave

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/14/2025
Sold
$285,000
3.64%
MLS
8/29/2025
Listed
$275,000
—
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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Sold by Casablanca

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