Significant Price Adjustment-Unbeatable Space & Value in a Quiet Residential Area! Nestled within a highly desirable, established neighborhood, this property is the ultimate setup for entrepreneurs, contractors, clients, or anyone looking for a rare buildable double lot, extensive storage capacity, and ample parking spaces. This unique brick-accented home offers an astounding 4,592 total square feet of space, providing unmatched versatility and future expansion potential. Perfect for managing large personal vehicles, private equipment, inventory, or setting up a massive personal workshop, the exterior features an extensive amount of parking space, one 2-car detached garage, a solid concrete slab installed in 2023, and a custom-designed storage shed built in 2024. Bring your cosmetic design vision to transform the expansive interior and build massive long-term value throughout. Original hardwood floors run throughout the home, waiting to be beautifully refinished, while vintage-style pocket doors in some areas add exceptional character and charm. Enjoy ultimate peace of mind with high-ticket structural and mechanical items already completed: Dual-Zone HVAC: Furnaces & A/Cs installed 2016 (1st-floor A/C updated 2021). Fully serviced in 2025 with new components and 2 smart thermostats. Roof & Infrastructure: Front half and side dent area replaced 2023; back half replaced 2016. Water heater from 2018. Garage doors/transmitters replaced 2022. The main living layout features a warm main living room highlighted by a classic brick fireplace. A substantial rear addition completed in 2016 beautifully expands the living zones, delivering an expansive 1st-floor family room and a stunning, sun-drenched sunroom that features gorgeous French windows and French doors. The sunroom serves as a complete, striking architectural feature leading up to the additional flex room, which functions perfectly as your home office space while offering seamless indoor-outdoor living with direct access to the spacious 2-tier deck. The floor plan also includes a private 4th bedroom and a massive primary bedroom suite complete with an oversized walk-in closet and a private master bathroom featuring a double vanity, walk-in shower, and separate soaker tub. The kitchen highlights stainless appliances, granite counters, and ample cabinetry. The basement provides exceptional additional storage or a blank canvas for extra living space. Eligible for a $5,000 Chase Homebuyer Grant! Offered as-is. Bring your design ideas today!
Property Details
Price:
$474,900
MLS #:
MRD12718627
Status:
Active
Beds:
5
Baths:
3
Type:
Single Family
Neighborhood:
elgin
Listed Date:
Jul 29, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
4,592
Year Built:
1930
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Schools
School District:
46
Elementary School:
Highland Elementary School
Middle School:
Kimball Middle School
High School:
Larkin High School
Interior
Appliances
Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms, 1 Half Bathroom
Below Grade Finished Area
1594
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplaces Total
1
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Interior Features
1st Floor Bedroom, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Historic/Period Mlwk, Open Floorplan, Granite Counters, Workshop
Laundry Features
Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Laundry Chute, Sink
Exterior
Architectural Style
Colonial
Community Features
Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Construction Materials
Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding, Steel Siding, Brick
Fencing
Fenced
Garage Spaces
2.5
Lot Features
Mature Trees
Other Structures
Shed(s)
Parking Features
Concrete, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Parking Spots
25
Parking Total
2.5
Patio And Porch Features
Deck
Roof
Asphalt
Financial
HOA Fee Frequency
Not Applicable
HOA Includes
None
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$9,291
Map
Community
- Address186 N Du Bois Avenue Elgin IL
- CityElgin
- CountyKane
- Zip Code60123
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Elgin as of Oct 06, 2026
234
Single Family Listed
45
Avg DOM
214
Avg $ / SqFt
$467,198
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 186 N Du Bois Avenue Elgin IL is a Single Family for sale in Elgin, IL, 60123. It is listed for $474,900 and features 5 beds, 3 baths, and has approximately 4,592 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1930. The current price per square foot is $103. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Elgin is $214. The average listing price for Single Family in Elgin is $467,198.
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186 N Du Bois Avenue
Elgin, IL


