$215,000

1401 Sherwood Avenue, Elgin, IL 60120

Active
2 beds 1 baths 815 sqft (estimated) Built 1923 Residential MLS #MRD12753865 1 days on market
Listing courtesy of HomeSmart Connect LLC · 847-495-5000 · FrontDesk@HomeSmartConnect.com · MLS #MRD12753865 · Status: Active
Discover your perfect retreat in this charming two-bedroom-plus-den home, ideally situated near the serene Trout Park and scenic bike paths. Recently updated for peace of mind, the property features a roof installed in 2024 and water heater (2024), a modern A/C unit (2022), and fresh windows in the office and den, all complemented by a freshly sealed 2026 driveway. Inside, a cozy living room with a wood-burning fireplace and bay window creates a warm welcome, while the kitchen overlooks a private, fenced backyard complete with a stone patio. With hardwood floors ready for a quick polish and an unfinished basement, this home is a blank canvas waiting for your personal touch to shine just in time for the holidays-making it a perfect opportunity for first-time buyers or investors looking to add a high-potential property to their portfolio.

Property details

Interior

Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior features
1st Floor Bedroom
Flooring
Hardwood
Fireplaces
1
Fireplace details
Wood Burning
Basement
Unfinished, Full
Laundry
In Unit
Additional rooms
Den
Total rooms
5

Building & exterior

Style
Bungalow
Age
100+ Years
Exterior
Cedar, Frame
Roof
Asphalt
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Windows
Screens
Patio & porch
Patio
Exposure
West,Park

Parking

Garage spaces
1
Total spaces
5
Parking details
Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Off Street, Driveway, Owned, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
48 X 84
Lot description
Forest Preserve Adjacent, Nature Preserve Adjacent, Mature Trees
Township
Elgin
County
Kane

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electricity
100 Amp Service
Equipment
CO Detectors

HOA & community

Assessment includes
None
Community features
Park, Sidewalks, Street Paved

Schools

Elementary
(46)
Junior high
(46)
High school
(46)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$3,386 (2025)
Parcel number (PIN)
0601428003
PIN
0601428003
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
None
Listed
9/15/2026

Rooms

RoomSizeLevelFlooring
Den6X10MainHardwood
Bedroom 27X10MainHardwood
Bedroom 3N/A
Bedroom 4N/A
Dining RoomN/A
Family RoomN/A
Kitchen8X13MainWood Laminate
LaundryN/A
Living Room13X14MainHardwood
Master Bedroom8X13MainHardwood

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Recently sold nearby

AddressBeds / BathsSoldPrice
616 Glenwood Avenue 1 bd / 1 ba Apr 2026 $175,000
656 Ford Avenue 2 bd / 1 ba Oct 2025 $248,000
Address withheld 3 bd / 2 ba Jan 2026 $308,000
508 River Bluff Road 2 bd / 1 ba Sep 2025 $250,000

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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