$275,000

121 Monroe Avenue, Elgin, IL 60123

2 beds |
2 baths |
1,400 sqft

Single-Family Home
Built in 1913
—— sqft lot
—— car garage
$196/sqft
Listed 14 days ago

Property Description

Amazing opportunity to own a piece of history and in such great shape! Historical touches meet modern design. Upon entry architectural details will be noticed from the entry room decor, gallery crown molding, gorgeous pocket doors LR to DR, stenciled wall art, & coffered ceilings. Amazing built-ins & antique lighting. Original hardwood floors & double pane windows are in amazing condition! Custom vaulted ceiling from modernized kitchen to upstairs finished attic. Decorative brick column follows you up the stairs as well. Kitchen boasts 42" maple cabinets, granite ctops, a pro-style cooking stove & hood, SS appliances, copper sink & ceramic floor. Attic could be 3rd bedroom. Huge storage room. Kitchen access to paver brick patio and full 7' high basement w/more serious storage & an exterior access. Dry and solid basement homes a tankless water heater, 200 amp updated electric service, laundry area potential 2nd bathroom plumbing. Brand new cedar shake roof 2024. Custom brick paver patio w/ granite bar ready for entertaining. Unique opportunity at this entry home owner price, expect this one to go fast.

Listing Status:: Active
Data Last Updated:: April 3, 2026 at 4:18PM
Listing Office:: Real 1 Realty : 847-754-7114
Listing Agent:: Francois Moret : 847-754-7114
MLS ID:: 12597559

General: Vaulted Ceiling(s)1st Floor BedroomBuilt-in FeaturesWalk-In Closet(s)High CeilingsCoffered Ceiling(s)Historic/Period MlwkGranite Counters
Rooms: AtticLoftStorageDeckWorkshopUtility Room-Lower Level
Appliances: RangeDishwasherRefrigeratorFreezerWasherDryerStainless Steel Appliance(s)Range Hood
Dining: Separate
Laundry: Gas Dryer HookupSink
Basement: UnfinishedExterior EntryFullWalk-Out Access
Flooring: Hardwood
A/C: Central Air
Heating: ElectricRadiant
Fireplace: Wood BurningFireplaces: 1
Disability Feature: None
Eco/Green Feature: Water Heater

Style: Bungalow
Parking: Parking spaces: 0

Roofing: Shake
Windows: ScreensWood Frames
General: 2 StoriesConcrete PerimeterStone

HOA Amenities: ParkCurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedNot Applicable
Originating MLS: mred
School District: 46
County: Kane

Zoning: 0614162016
Fencing: Fenced

Utilities: Circuit Breakers200+ Amp Service
Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Source: mred
Ownership: Fee Simple

This listing courtesy of Francois Moret , Real 1 Realty

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Location

Schools Nearby

Washington Elementary School

819 W Chicago St, Elgin, IL, 60123

Grades KG-6

0.22 miles away

Abbott Middle School

949 Van St, Elgin, IL, 60123

Grades 7-8

0.32 miles away

Larkin High School

1475 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL, 60123

Grades 9-12

0.77 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.