$469,000

176-178 N Dubois Avenue, Elgin, IL 60123

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4 beds 0 baths Built 1973 Residential Income MLS #MRD12748707 1 days on market
Listing courtesy of Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company, LLC · 224-999-9100 · MLS #MRD12748707 · Status: Active
Great opportunity in an ideal location for an investor or multi-generational living! This side-by-side ranch duplex offers two 2-bedroom units, each with a private entrance, full basement, fenced yard, patio, and its own attached 1-car garage space. With approximately 975 square feet on the main level of each unit, the property offers nearly identical footprints with additional basement space that gives each side even more flexibility. Unit 178 takes it a step further with a finished basement featuring a spacious recreation area, bar, second full bathroom, and washer and dryer, creating great additional living and entertaining space. A storage shed provides even more functionality. Unit 176 offers a full unfinished basement with plenty of room for storage and future possibilities. Both units include a stove, refrigerator, dishwasher, microwave, disposal, washer and dryer. Whether you're looking to add a duplex to your investment portfolio, live in one side while generating income from the other, or create a setup that keeps family close while everyone maintains their own space, this property offers options that are hard to find. Both units are currently tenant occupied, with Unit 176 leased through November 30, 2026 and Unit 178 on a month-to-month lease, giving the next owner built-in rental income with future flexibility. Ideally located near Downtown Elgin, the Fox River, Metra, Gail Borden Public Library, The Centre of Elgin, parks, trails, shopping, dining and more! With easy access to Route 20, Route 31 and I-90, this is a location that adds even more appeal for tenants, owner occupants and investors alike.

Property details

Interior

Appliances
Humidifier
Basement
Finished, Unfinished, Full
Total rooms
14

Building & exterior

Style
Ranch
Age
51-60 Years
Exterior
Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding, Steel Siding, Brick
Windows
Screens
Patio & porch
Patio
Other structures
Shed(s)

Parking

Garage spaces
2
Total spaces
2
Parking details
Garage Door Opener, Yes, Attached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
66x129
Township
Elgin
County
Kane

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Equipment
Security System, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)

HOA & community

Community features
Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved

Schools

Elementary
Highland Elementary School (46)
Junior high
Kimball Middle School (46)
High school
Larkin High School (46)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$7,193 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN)
0615280020
PIN
0615280020
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
None
Listed
9/3/2026

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Recently sold nearby

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1017 W Highland Avenue 4 bd / 1.5 ba Apr 2026 $315,000
215 Wing Park Boulevard 4 bd / 4.5 ba Sep 2025 $522,500
1059 Larkin Avenue 2 bd / 2 ba Apr 2026 $259,000
302 Hubbard Avenue 4 bd / 2 ba May 2026 $335,000

Sold data courtesy of MRED as distributed by MLS GRID; properties may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS.

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