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Property Description
Remarks: Affordable One-Owner Home in the Heart of Oswego! Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a solid, well-maintained home with only one previous owner ~ in a central Oswego location nestled among Oswego's Main St. historical homes and only 4 blocks from downtown! Step inside to a living room with neutral carpet, ceiling fan, and a front closet. Hardwood floors are confirmed to be underneath the carpet. The updated kitchen features newer cabinets and stylish backsplash, perfect for everyday meals and entertaining. All bedrooms are cozy and bright with overhead lighting, and the main-floor bathroom has been refreshed with an updated vanity, medicine cabinet, and toilet. The basement offers: A shower, laundry area, dining area, convenient under-stair storage and several roomy floor to ceiling closets, spacious woodworking room ~ ideal for hobbies or workshop space, family room has electric fireplace that stays and provides supplemental heat. Exterior highlights include: Awnings in front to help keep the home cool in summer, in back a metal overhang and patio off rear door great for patio dining and watching the bald eagle perched in neighbor's tree with nest only a few blocks away, near Fox River is great for viewing bird migration, concrete driveway for 4 cars at the backyard/garage, driveway off asphalt alley, heated 2 car garage has workshop cabinets. 2019 new asphalt architectural shingle roof. 2022 Ext painted and tuckpointed. Eastern exposure back yard makes ideal garden location. Several beautiful perennials along chain link fence. This truly is a solidly built home with great potential in an exceptional location.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 268 S Adams St
General
- Price: $289,900
- Taxes: $4,820 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12551748
- Updated: Today (2/14/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Basement: Partially
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Workshop
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Oswego
- County: Kendall
- Township: Oswego
- Driving Directions: WASHINGTON ST, (RT #34) ~ ADAMS
School Information
- School District: 308
- Elem School District: 308
- Midd School District: 308
- High School District: 308
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Ranch
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Construction: Aluminum Siding
- Exterior Const.: Aluminum Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Full
- Square Feet: 900
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1949
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 66 x 132
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1949
- Tax Amount: $4,820
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 317358003
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Schools
Schools serving 268 S Adams St
School District:Oswego Community Unit School District 308
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Southbury Elementary School 820 Preston Lane, Oswego, IL 60543 | K-5 | 1.6 mi |
Traughber Jr High School 570 Colchester Drive, Oswego, IL 60543 | 6-8 | 1.5 mi |
Oswego High School 4250 State Route 71, Oswego, IL 60543 | 9-12 | 0.8 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 268 S Adams St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/14/2026
Listed
$289,900
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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.
Tax History
Tax History for 268 S Adams St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$4,820
-8%
$80,819
14%
2023
$5,246
100%
$70,894
10%
2022
-100%
$64,449
2%
2021
$4,883
1%
$63,185
2%
2020
$4,814
-1%
$61,946
1%
2019
$4,849
17%
$61,517
20%
2017
$4,140
6%
$51,389
5%
2016
$3,922
-12%
$48,710
-13%
2018
$4,474
14%
$55,757
19%
2015
$3,909
-1%
$46,836
4%
2014
$3,934
-4%
$45,035
-4%
2013
$4,101
-2%
$46,912
-5%
2012
$4,184
—
$49,381
—
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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268 S Adams Street, Oswego, IL 60543 (MLS# 12551748) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 268 S Adams Street is currently listed for $289,900 and was received on February 14, 2026. Want to learn more about 268 S Adams Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Oswego? You can browse all Oswego real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

