$300,000

474 Sunset Drive, Elgin, IL 60123

Active Under Contract

3 beds 1 baths 1,256 sqft (estimated) Built 1948 Residential MLS #MRD12705140 7 days on market

Listing courtesy of Redfin Corporation · 224-699-5002 · MLS #MRD12705140 · Status: Active Under Contract

Meticulously maintained by the same owner for decades, this charming Cape Cod is ready for its next owner. Located in desirable Sunset Park this property is full of character and offers 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and plenty space both inside and out. The main level features a welcoming living room with plantation shutters, a separate formal dining room with plantation shutters, and an updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and peninsula for additional counter space. A cozy family room just off the kitchen with wood burning stove provides the perfect spot to relax. The first floor bedroom and full bath add convenience and flexibility. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms include one with a walk-in closet. The partially finished basement expands the living space with a recreation room with a brick fire place and built in dry bar, bonus room, huge laundry room, and adjacent utility room with abundant storage. Outside, enjoy a large deck overlooking the expansive fenced backyard, beautiful gardens, and lush landscaping, complemented by stunning front hydrangeas. An attached 1.5-car garage and a new roof in 2024 complete the property. Ideally located in a quiet, tree lined neighborhood near downtown Elgin, Fox River Trail & Lords Park Zoo while being minutes to shopping and dining. This is the perfect place to start your next chapter.

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Property details

Interior

Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
Interior features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Dry Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace details: Wood Burning Stove
Basement: Partially Finished, Full
Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Sink
Additional rooms: Recreation Room, Bonus Room, Utility Room-Lower Level
Total rooms: 9

Building & exterior

Age: 71-80 Years
Exterior: Aluminum Siding
Windows: Plantation Shutters
Patio & porch: Deck
Exposure: East,West

Parking

Garage spaces: 1
Total spaces: 1
Parking details: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions: 5950
Township: Elgin
County: Kane

Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electricity: Circuit Breakers
Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)

HOA & community

Assessment includes: None
Community features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Schools

Elementary: Harriet Gifford Elementary Schoo (46)
Junior high: Abbott Middle School (46)
High school: Larkin High School (46)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes: $4,607 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN): 0622279022
PIN: 0622279022
Ownership: Fee Simple
Possession: Closing
Special conditions: None
Listed: 8/12/2026

Rooms

Room	Size	Level	Flooring
Recreation Room	25X11	Basement	Carpet
Bonus Room	12X15	Basement	Parquet
Utility Room-Lower Level	16X9	Basement	Other
Bedroom 2	15X9	Second	Carpet
Bedroom 3	10X13	Main	Hardwood
Bedroom 4		N/A
Dining Room	11X9	Main	Hardwood
Family Room	9X13	Main	Vinyl
Kitchen	14X9	Main	Hardwood
Laundry	13X8	Basement	Other
Living Room	15X13	Main	Carpet
Master Bedroom	14X13	Second	Carpet

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