838 Cedar Avenue, Elgin, IL 60120

Closed

5 beds 2 baths 1,882 sqft (assessor) Built 1890 Residential MLS #MRD12458953 13 days on market

Listing courtesy of Baird & Warner · 847-426-7510 · MLS #MRD12458953 · Status: Closed

This charming 5 bedroom, 2 bath home in Elgin boasts a large foyer with stained glass windows and a beautiful wood staircase. The spacious living and dining room combination features stunning moldings and picture windows. The kitchen is adorable with a pantry and space for a table or large buffet. The main floor bathroom has a storage room attached. The first floor also includes a bedroom or office with French doors and hardwood floors. Upstairs, you'll find four good-sized bedrooms, one with original built-ins. Two bedrooms have walk-in closets and the second floor bathroom has a walk-in shower. The basement has a laundry area and storage/work rooms with access to the yard. The large backyard includes mature trees, a two-car garage, and shed. Enjoy your morning coffee on the cute front porch. Located close to downtown Elgin's amenities and the Fox River walking and bike paths, this home is perfect for those who love to entertain. Come check it out!

Property details

Interior

Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
Flooring: Hardwood
Basement: Unfinished, Full
Additional rooms: Bedroom 5, Foyer
Total rooms: 8

Building & exterior

Style: Traditional
Age: 100+ Years
Exterior: Aluminum Siding
Roof: Asphalt
Doors: French Doors
Other structures: Shed(s)

Parking

Garage spaces: 2
Total spaces: 6
Parking details: Concrete, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Driveway, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions: 66x132
Lot description: Mature Trees
Township: Elgin
County: Kane

Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electricity: Circuit Breakers

HOA & community

Assessment includes: None

Schools

Elementary: Mckinley Elementary School (46)
Junior high: Larsen Middle School (46)
High school: Elgin High School (46)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes: $5,505 (2023)
Parcel number (PIN): 0612182016
PIN: 0612182016
Ownership: Fee Simple
Possession: Closing
Special conditions: None
Listed: 8/29/2025
Sold: 10/14/2025
Sold price: $285,000

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