307 Read St, Elburn, IL 60119
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OFF MARKET

$260,500

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 21, 2026
  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 809 sqft

307 Read St, Elburn, IL 60119

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
809 sqft
$322/sqft

Local Information

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

About this House

2 bedroom 1 bathroom single family home large yard awesome location

Walking distance to downtown Elburn and forest preserve.

Large shed and a storage unit at the back of the house. Compost bin included.

Kitchen and bathroom remodeled in 2019. Fresh cabinets, fresh sinks, fresh garbage disposal, fresh shower tiles/walls, fresh dishwasher, fresh microwave and updated lighting.

Very effective updated hot water heater installed in 2019.

New stainless steel refrigerator put in 2020.

washer/dryer 2-in-1 unit installed in 2020. Additional mini dryer as well as a bonus dryer!

Solid oak wood doors.

Gas fireplace. Electric heating. Heated tiled floors in the kitchen and the bathroom.
Air conditioning unit.

Driveway fits 2 cars.

Willing to consider lowering monthly payment for a good, seasoned (with stellar references) tenant, who is historically lease/rule abiding.

ROOMS:

Entry:
Hooks on wall, cabinets higher up for storage, built in shoe shelf at ground level,

Kitchen:
Heated tiled floors, electric stove, stainless steel sink with 2 sides (one side has garbage disposable and optional cutting board; sprayer-spout 2-in-1 with power spray option), new chocolate stained cabinets (includes many shelves, extra skinny storage next to dishwasher, and lazy Susan), stainless steel microwave, stainless steel dishwasher (heated drying; 3 racks), and stainless steel refrigerator.

Living room:
Electric fireplace with wood mantel, optional built in black storage cabinets (with many shelves and pull out drawers) & desk/6 cube shelf organizer included, laminate wood flooring,

Bathroom:
Marble sink top (with cabinet storage below and swivel faucet), wall shelving, wall towel storage, marble-like tiling in shower, shower (with hand-held spray shower head), bathtub faucet option, heated tiled floors, bathroom fan, new lighting and mirror cabinet storage above sink.

Laundry/Utility room:
LG Laundry/dryer 2-in-1 unit installed in 2020 plus mini bonus dryer, built in tall cabinet storage with pull out drawers, cabinets with marble-style countertop, wall shelving, utility closet with many adjustable shelves, countertop water heater (installed in 2019; it is meant to be used as a countertop), updated dimmable lighting.

1st Bedroom:
Carpeted, remote controlled fan, and large double reach-in closet.

2nd bedroom:
Laminate wood flooring, reach-in closet, dimmable accent light, dimmable fan light, thermostat controlled heating, pocket door (locks).

Outside:
Large yard!! Some mature trees for shade, also sunny areas. Spacious locking shed with some shelving built in. Storage in the back, large enough for lawn mower/bikes. Compost bin included.

LOCATION: Just a few blocks from downtown Elburn (Obscurity, live music, coffee shop, breakfast restaurants, bars, parks, library, thrift store, pizza places), walkable post office/dry cleaners/Jewel), a couple block from the gorgeous Elburn Forest Preserve with walking/biking paths, friendly block/great neighbors, safe location, multiple walkable parks. Just a 5 minute drive to the Metra train station!

Renter responsible for all utilities. Pets to be discussed (prefer no pets, but will consider for appropriate tenant; security pet deposit and/or monthly dues for pet if so). No smoking inside the home. Parking in driveway fits about 2 cars. ACH requirement. More lease details to be provided. Minimum 1 year lease required.

Willing to consider lowering monthly payment for a good, seasoned (with stellar references) tenant, who is historically lease/rule abiding.
307 Read St, Elburn, IL 60119 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 809 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $140,000 on Aug 19, 2016 (6,900% above the $2,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2024 with an asking price of $2,000 per month. That rental listing was removed on September 13, 2024. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $260,500, with a rent estimate of $1,815/month.

Home Details for 307 Read St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Baseboard, FireplaceAir ConditioningCooling System: Window Unit, Ceiling FanHeating Fuel: Baseboard
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Tile

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 YearAvailable: now

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Off Street Parking, On Site

Comparable Sales for 307 Read St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
212 E Kansas St, Elburn, IL
0.42
Single-Family Home
$220,000
08/14/26
2
1
882 sqft
720 N 1st St, Elburn, IL
0.40
Single-Family Home
$210,000
04/20/26
2
1
1,031 sqft
208 Babcock St, Elburn, IL
0.06
Single-Family Home
$307,000
10/09/25
3
2
2,075 sqft
214 N Read St, Elburn, IL
0.04
Single-Family Home
$356,000
05/01/26
5
2
1,632 sqft
410 W Reader St, Elburn, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$380,000
04/30/26
4
2
2,095 sqft
862 N 1st St, Elburn, IL
0.57
Single-Family Home
$280,000
02/04/26
2
2
1,342 sqft
411 S 1st St, Elburn, IL
0.50
Single-Family Home
$349,900
03/31/26
3
1
1,600 sqft
402 N 1st St, Elburn, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$360,000
06/26/26
3
2
2,825 sqft
221 E Shannon St, Elburn, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$339,000
09/29/25
4
2
1,800 sqft
231 E Shannon St, Elburn, IL
0.30
Single-Family Home
$335,000
10/29/25
4
1.5
1,786 sqft

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Rental Market Trends in Elburn

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$1,815/mo
Average rent
$3.12K
$1.22KMoM
Available listings
9
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What Locals Say about Elburn

At least 49 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 92 % Say car is needed

  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 92 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 90 % Say parking is easy

  • 88 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 87 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 87 % Say kids play outside

  • 82 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 74 % Say there's wildlife

  • 74 % Say it's quiet

  • 70 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 66 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 54 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 53 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 45 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 38 % Say there are community events

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  • Romapgu7
    "Dog owners are welcome to walk their dogs everywhere however Some dog owners don’t pick up their dogs fesses which is so disgusting "
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  • Chuck Schmidt
    "I’ve lived in Elburn for over 30 years and although it’s growing it’s never lost its rural charm. Nice people, well maintained downtown area."
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  • Amy B.
    "Elburn has fun holiday events such as the Christmas Stroll in the winter and Elburn Days in the summer. Overall it is a safe place to live with friendly people. "
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  • Ddandjd
    "Many local events run by Lions club, American Legion and numerous local businesses. Elburn Days is awesome. "
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  • Anne G.
    "easy, high way is 5 minutes to I88, 15 mins to I90, and 2 minutes by foot to the train. Very accessible "
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  • Anne G.
    "Christmas walk, elburn days, tons of community events at the lions club. elburn has a very active community "
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  • Ddandjd
    "I lived here for 11 years. Nice being the last metro stop. Makes it easy to get to Chicago when needed. "
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  • B2stak21
    "Elburn is a very family friendly area with the high school close by and shopping malls just down the main road, but it isn't really possible to walk to shopping due to the farm fields but they are close in driving distance. "
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  • Paula C.
    "This neighborhood is a quiet, family neighborhood. You couldn't find better neighbors, friendly, helpful yet not intrusive. All ages live in neighborhood. The train station is close, some people walk it in good weather, but otherwise it's a five minute drive. "
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  • Carl C.
    "Quiet neighborhood close to grade school. Established area of Elburn"
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  • Lifang T.
    "Five minutes to Metra to Chicago (Elburn Station). Walking distance to Blackberry Elementary School. Winter sledding at nearby Johnson Mound Nature Preserve( 0,75 mile). Hughes Creek Golf Course across the street from development. Country living in a quiet community with bike path plus clean air and beautiful sunset!."
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  • christofferkelly
    "Small town living, near all the suburban ammenities"
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  • Brent S.
    "Bedroom community, family friendly with lots of community participation. Train Station to Chicago gives easy access to downtown via Metra."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 13, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,000
Jul 16, 2024
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,000
Mar 27, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
ListingRemoved
Mar 22, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
Listed For Rent
$1,700
Mar 11, 2022
Source: Zillow Rental Manager
ListingRemoved

Frequently asked questions about 307 Read St

  • What is 307 Read St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 307 Read St in Elburn, IL is $260,500.
  • What is the price history for 307 Read St?
    307 Read St in Elburn, IL last sold for $140,000 in August 2016.
  • Is Elburn a buyer's or seller's market?
    Elburn is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What do residents say about Elburn?
    Residents describe Elburn, IL as dog-friendly, well-kept, and easy to park in. Most residents say you need a car. See recently sold homes in Elburn, IL.
  • Does 307 Read St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 307 Read St in Elburn, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 307 Read St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 307 Read St in Elburn, IL has in-unit laundry.

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