237 N Melrose Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
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237 N Melrose Ave
Elgin, IL 60123

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,248 sqft

$258,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,385/mo*
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$258,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 15, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,385/mo*
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3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,248 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Preschool Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Description

Nice home situated high and dry featuring 1 main floor bedroom and 2 on the 2nd floor. There is 1 full bathroom located on the main floor and a half bath on the 2nd level. The home has a nice long driveway with plenty of room for parking and a 2 car detached garage. There is also a full unfinished basement. Nice lot that is fenced. Home does require a little TLC but does have great bones. Please see last 3 photos for floorplan for each level. This home could be a fantastic investment. Home is within walking distance to Highland Elementary school. AGENTS - please read broker remarks thoroughly for limited showing times due a seller that works nights. Seller said bring all reasonable offers.
237 N Melrose Ave, Elgin, IL 60123 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,248 sqft single-family home built in 1940. It last sold for $243,000 on Mar 5, 2025 (2% below the $246,995 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in March 2011 with an asking price of $1,395 per month. That rental listing was removed on April 6, 2011. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $258,400, with a rent estimate of $2,451/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 237 N Melrose Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1248 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability Access
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: PorchFencing: FencedOther Structures: Shed(s)
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1940
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Not a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0615254003

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $246,995
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat Jan 11 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Elgin
School Information
Elementary School: Highland Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 46Jr High / Middle School District: 46High School District: 46

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6599.34 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12266519

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listed by Bert Gor, (630) 578-0002
HomeSmart Realty Group
Bought with: Mayra Corona, (847) 754-8285, A&O Dream Key Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12266519

Price History for 237 N Melrose Ave

DatePriceEventSource
03/05/2025$243,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12266519
01/11/2025$246,995ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12266519
01/07/2025$246,995Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12266519
12/18/2024$269,900ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12218713
12/12/2024$269,900PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12218713
11/30/2024$279,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12218713
01/25/2021$183,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10885118
01/06/2021$195,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10885118
11/13/2020$195,000PendingAgent Provided
11/13/2020$195,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10885118
10/21/2020$195,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/02/2020$200,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/28/2020$210,000PendingAgent Provided
08/24/2020$210,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
09/07/2016$163,000Sold
N/A
10/01/2013$11,500Sold
N/A
06/14/2013$114,900PendingAgent Provided
06/04/2013$114,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/07/2013$128,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
04/10/2013$139,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/06/2011$1,395ListingRemovedAgent Provided
03/25/2011$174,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
03/25/2011$1,395Listed For RentAgent Provided
01/07/2011$174,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/30/2010$184,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
03/18/2004$166,500Sold
N/A
07/16/2003$115,000Sold
N/A
08/06/1996$100,000Sold
N/A

Market trends in Elgin

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$323K
$10.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$209
$3MoM
Available listings
263
29MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$5,327
Assessment$223,698
Home facts updated by county records

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Sold Date
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1,184
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1,008
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1,312
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$272,900
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What Locals Say about Elgin

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  • 87 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 87 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 82 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say parking is easy

  • 76 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 70 % Say kids play outside

  • 63 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 59 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 56 % Say it's quiet

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 52 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 52 % Say there's wildlife

  • 48 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 29 % Say there are community events

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    "Only one entrance into the subdivision. Safe and adjacent to the Elgin Country Club. Homes well kept with beautiful landscaping. Low annual HOA with a few restrictions designed to maintain price integrity. "
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    "Certain parts of Elgin are great then small parts not so much but I give it a 8 out of 10 for also the lack of transportation."
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