520 State Ave, Saint Charles, IL 60174
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$308,000

Trulia Estimate
as of Sep 6, 2026
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 850 sqft

520 State Ave, Saint Charles, IL 60174

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
850 sqft
$362/sqft
Attached Garage

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 520 State Ave.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

Great rental opportunity. This completely updated bi-level cottage style home is located just blocks from downtown St Charles. The famous Arcada Theater, parks, restaurants, bike path and the Fox River are just walking distances away . This freshly updated 850 S.F. 2-bedroom, 2-bathroom home is super cute. The covered front wood porch is a great space to hang out and relax. The 4' tall wood picket fence surrounds the entire front yard. Home also includes a small 1car storage garage that is large enough to house a small car, motorcycles, or just other items personal items. Home is available for immediate occupancy. Call to schedule your viewing today!

1 year lease
No smoking in home
520 State Ave, Saint Charles, IL 60174 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 850 sqft single-family home. It last sold for $133,350 on Jan 3, 2022 (5,456% above the $2,400 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in June 2025 with an asking price of $2,400 per month. That rental listing was removed on July 21, 2025. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $308,000, with a rent estimate of $2,185/month.

Home Details for 520 State Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: Central AirHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: 1 Year

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Parking: Attached, On Site

Comparable Sales for 520 State Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
15 N 6th Ave, Saint Charles, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$380,000
03/02/26
2
2.5
1,498 sqft
907 Illinois Ave, Saint Charles, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$355,000
11/14/25
2
2
1,525 sqft
311 Ohio Ave, St Charles, IL
0.35
Single-Family Home
$365,000
01/09/26
2
2
1,276 sqft
211 Walnut Ave, Saint Charles, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$403,500
07/17/26
2
1
926 sqft
215 Illinois Ave, Saint Charles, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$305,000
10/15/25
3
2
1,637 sqft
509 S 10th Ave, St Charles, IL
0.42
Single-Family Home
$399,900
07/10/26
3
2
1,073 sqft
511 S 11th Ave, St Charles, IL
0.45
Single-Family Home
$265,000
05/26/26
2
1
689 sqft
5N573 Route 25, Saint charles, IL
0.55
Single-Family Home
$230,100
10/28/25
2
2
2,071 sqft
5N573 Route 25, Saint charles, IL
0.55
Single-Family Home
$230,100
10/28/25
2
2
2,071 sqft
318 S 11th Ave, St Charles, IL
0.40
Single-Family Home
$317,000
06/12/26
3
1
939 sqft

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Rental Market Trends in Saint Charles

Last updated Sep 2026
Trulia Rent Estimate$2,185/mo
Average rent
$1.89K
$306MoM
Available listings
32
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Around this home

What Locals Say about Saint Charles

At least 235 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 88 % Say car is needed

  • 87 % Say parking is easy

  • 84 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 80 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 80 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 79 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 75 % Say kids play outside

  • 71 % Say there's wildlife

  • 70 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 70 % Say it's quiet

  • 60 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 58 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 57 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 53 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 40 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Stevegrant753
    "I like that there is a downtown area with lots of bars, restaurants, coffee shops, etc. and plenty of parking. Great park district with excellent pools and playgrounds. Lots of bike paths, including one that runs along the Fox River for 20+ miles. "
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  • Adam Mcgrew
    "If you are going to live in the state of Illinois there is no better town to live in than Saint Charles!!!!!! "
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  • Renncarol
    "Family friendly, safe, great downtown area, good schools, low taxes low crime fun bars and restaurants "
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  • Edward W.
    "Scarecrow Fest and other citywide events make this a wonderful place to live in. Friendly neighbors and an established neighborhood."
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  • Ducharm
    "Lots and lots of dog owners. Dog parks nearby. Sidewalks for walks. Community parks. Most waste picked up. "
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  • Renncarol
    "Best little town East of the Mississippi... all about FAMILY and made Good Housekeeping #1 place to live a few years ago, great schools and great community"
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  • Menaka L.
    "A reputable neighborhood for raising a family, quiet, well managed. Very clean. A lot of well kept parks."
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  • Aganderson1
    "It has beautiful parks, friendly people, a variety of activities, and schools that will help your child be successful."
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  • Pamcrovedi
    "They have festival that you can enjoy as a family. When I lived in Bartlett I used to bring our children here."
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  • Tim K.
    "It’s a great place to live and own a business. I’ve raised my children here. And they love St. Charles as home!"
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  • Jodi M.
    "There are festivals and multiple family events throughout the year. Scarecrow Fest is my favorite!! The bike paths and parks are also amazing. "
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  • Jacqi F.
    "great access to downtown st. charlres as well as shopping, busses and trains. great quiet neighborhoods, parks and schools."
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  • Aenchilada
    "Easy to get to work since I work in downtown Geneva. The train in Geneva is an hour or so ride into Chicago "
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  • TRE_MAR
    "They love the openness of the area and the many areas in which to walk their dogs. Along with meeting other dogs in the neighborhood friendly area."
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  • Jdladeur
    "This is a great place to raise a family. Good schools, friendly neighborhoods, overall very calm environment. Downtown is fun to walk around in as well as the surrounding historic homes by the river. Love living here."
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  • Mnoeth1704
    "Quiet working class neighborhood except for Barking dogs! Few kids, most homeowners take good care of their yards, managers, technicians, teachers and retired folks."
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  • Renee K.
    "it's got that small town charm. downtown is beautiful and many places to shop and dine. people for the most part are cordial and quiet. great place to raise kids. be prepared to spend money here though."
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  • Steven N.
    "When you are out walking your dog, everyone waves, it's the same when you are home. People are very friendly. "
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  • Kim P.
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for over 20 years. I couldn’t imagine myself living anywhere else. Saint Charles is a great place to live and grow up in. "
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  • Heidi R.
    "Dogs are mostly friendly, but no one picks up their dog poop. Kids will run up and bark at your dog so if you don’t have a friendly dog just be aware that the children have no manners"
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  • Deanna H.
    "Traffic can get a bit heavy, down town is a real struggle during rush hour. But once you figure out the alternate routes, it's not too bad. "
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  • Julie
    "My neighborhood is friendly and very kid and dog friendly. It is also convenient to downtown Geneva and St Charles. "
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  • Ronna2194
    "you see people walking their dogs all the time. they have doggie stations and are strict on picking up after your dog. may have more than 1 dog in the household."
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  • Ronna2194
    "it has its pro's and con's. there really is not much else to say besides, you pay way more for what you are getting around here..and... with what is considered acceptable for the cost of living around here."
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  • Mvcarlson
    "Great area neighbors look out for one another. Quiet and very friendly plus close to the river and downtown"
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  • Lynnetteiboyd
    "my neighborhood has a nice walking path so I can walk my dog at all times of the day or night don't really get bothered not a lot of crime that I know of"
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  • Julie
    "Our neighborhood is very dog friendly and most people have fenced in back yards. Most houses in our neighborhood have dogs. "
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  • Flanaganherself
    "Local. I work 20 minutes away, I take the train when I need to go downtown, and its easy to get to the station. "
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  • Julie
    "Wonderful neighborhood for families. Lots of kids, dogs, activities, etc... We can't imagine living anywhere else. "
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  • Klespo
    "There is public transportation available but It has to be arranged 24hours in advance. It will take you anywhere within the local community."
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  • Julie
    "We have lived in 3 different homes within St. Charles and we can't imagine living anywhere else. We love it here and everything it has to offer. "
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  • Casey m. d.
    "Plenty of parks and trails for walking dogs, Riverbend Community Park and Tekawatha Woods have paths, and Jon Duerr and 4-H pavilions just across Fox River walking bridge. Very beautiful and scenic."
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Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 21, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
ListingRemoved
$2,400
Jun 12, 2025
Source: Zillow Rentals
Listed For Rent
$2,400
Jan 3, 2022
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11284169
Sold
$133,350
Oct 5, 2021
Source: N/A
Sold
$145,000
Mar 5, 2021
Source: Auction.com 2
ListingRemoved
$0

Frequently asked questions about 520 State Ave

  • What is 520 State Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 520 State Ave in Saint Charles, IL is $308,000.
  • What is the price history for 520 State Ave?
    520 State Ave in Saint Charles, IL last sold for $133,350 in January 2022.
  • Is Saint Charles a buyer's or seller's market?
    Saint Charles is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Saint Charles?
    The median sale price in Saint Charles is $447K. That is up $24.98K from the prior month.
  • Does 520 State Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 520 State Ave in Saint Charles, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 520 State Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 520 State Ave in Saint Charles, IL has in-unit laundry.

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