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Property Description
Opportunity awaits at 786 N Van Auken St in Elmhurst! This property offers tremendous potential for a flipper, rehabber, investor, landlord, or builder looking for a teardown opportunity in a highly desirable Elmhurst location. Major exterior improvements are already in place, including a NEW ROOF, newer siding, and aluminum-clad windows. The property also features an oversized garage with room for up to 4 cars, plus a long, wide driveway offering plenty of additional parking. Whether you're looking to renovate and resell, create a rental property, customize a home for yourself, or start fresh with new construction, this property provides multiple possibilities. Bring your ideas and take advantage of a versatile Elmhurst investment opportunity! Top rated York highschool school district! Property is being offered as-is.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 786 N Van Auken St
General
- Price: $349,800
- Taxes: $5,992 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12744658
- Updated: 8/31/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Beamed Ceilings, Pantry
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom Features: Soaking Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Other Features: Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 4
- Total Spaces: 8
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Tandem, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
Location
- Area: Elmhurst
- County: DuPage
- Township: Addison
- Driving Directions: Starting from York St & North Ave (IL-64) in Elmhurst: Go N on York St. Turn E (right) on North End Ave. Turn N (left) on Van Auken St. Continue N on Van Auken St to 786 N Van Auken St, Elmhurst, IL 60126. The property will be along Van Auken St.
School Information
- School District: 205
- Elem School District: 205
- Midd School District: 205
- High School District: 205
- Middle School: Churchville Middle School
- High School: York Community High School
- Private School: York Community High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Cape Cod
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Foundation: Block
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Aluminum Frames
- Doors: French Doors
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 2,000
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1957
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 7920
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1957
- Tax Amount: $5,992
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 325321013
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Schools
Schools serving 786 N Van Auken St
School District:Elmhurst School District 205
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Conrad Fischer Elementary School 888 Wilson Street, Elmhurst, IL 60126 | K-5 | 0.3 mi |
Churchville Middle School 155 Victory Parkway, Elmhurst, IL 60126 | 6-8 | 0.4 mi |
York Community High School 355 West Saint Charles Road, Elmhurst, IL 60126 | 9-12 | 2.3 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 786 N Van Auken St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/31/2026
Listed
$349,800
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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.
Tax History
Tax History for 786 N Van Auken St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2025
$6,266
5%
$122,831
8%
2024
$5,992
65%
$113,838
9%
2023
$3,638
-7%
$104,650
5%
2022
$3,917
—
$100,050
4%
2021
$3,922
2%
$95,840
4%
2020
$3,860
-20%
$91,800
4%
2019
$4,810
14%
$88,260
13%
2018
$4,223
3%
$78,420
5%
2017
$4,119
5%
$74,950
8%
2016
$3,906
3%
$69,200
8%
2015
$3,787
-3%
$63,920
5%
2014
$3,905
—
$61,150
-2%
2013
$3,900
-1%
$62,400
-6%
2012
$3,925
—
$66,630
—
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 786 N Van Auken St
786 N Van Auken Street, Elmhurst, IL 60126 (MLS# 12744658) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 786 N Van Auken Street is currently listed for $349,800 and was received on August 31, 2026. Want to learn more about 786 N Van Auken Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Elmhurst? You can browse all Elmhurst real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

