Welcome to 1031 North Spring Street in Elgin, a classic cottage-style home set on a beautiful double lot with outstanding curb appeal. This charming all-brick home is truly in move-in condition, offering timeless character, spacious living areas, and numerous recent improvements. Step inside to a cozy living room, with hardwood flooring under the carpet, featuring a large picture window that fills the space with natural light and a beautiful stone fireplace that creates a warm focal point. The spacious kitchen offers abundant cabinetry, Corian countertops, new appliances, and a large new picture window. Within the kitchen area is a bright dinette space, highlighted by another picture window overlooking the stone patio and expansive backyard, making it a wonderful spot for everyday dining. The main level includes two bedrooms and a recently remodeled full bathroom. A bright sunroom adds even more charm with exposed brick, tongue-and-groove knotty pine walls, and sliding glass doors leading to the stone patio, creating the perfect place to relax or entertain while enjoying views of the yard. Upstairs you will find two very large bedrooms connected by a convenient Jack-and-Jill bathroom, offering comfortable space and privacy for family or guests. The finished basement provides additional living space with a recreation room, a flex room that could serve as another bedroom or home office, a full bathroom, and abundant storage, including built-in cabinets, a separate storage room, and a large, light-filled laundry room. Outside, the backyard is truly exceptional, offering plenty of room to relax, entertain, garden, or for kids to play. The stone patio creates a wonderful outdoor gathering area within the expansive yard. The property also features an oversized all-brick detached garage, providing excellent storage and parking. This home has been thoughtfully maintained and extensively improved with numerous updates, including: 2025: New concrete driveway, walkways, and stoops; two picture windows replaced; all windows serviced with new handles, clasps, and locks; backyard clothesline installed; new Bosch dishwasher installed; garage door facing replaced; trees removed and landscaping improved; interior doors sanded and made operational; two pocket doors restored and made operational; new custom window shades from Budget Blinds; kitchen repainted; gas fireplace cleaned and serviced; front porch railing restored and painted. 2024: New furnace, ducting, and humidifier; new gutters, downspouts, and leaf filter system; electrical updates inside and outside, including exterior spotlight; radon mitigation system installed; ADT security system installed; new LED lighting and ceiling fans installed, fluorescent lighting replaced, and dimmers and GFI outlets added inside and outside; plumbing repairs including laundry faucet, main bathroom faucet, and handheld shower sprayers; new smoke and CO2 detectors installed; dryer vent professionally cleaned. Ideally located just minutes from the Metra train station, downtown Elgin restaurants, the community recreation center with indoor pool, the Hemmens Cultural Center theatre, parks, shopping, and entertainment, with easy access to I-90 for convenient commuting. A rare opportunity to own a charming cottage home on a beautiful double lot with extensive updates, classic character, and an outstanding location.
Single-familyProperty Type
1948Year Built
0.36 acresLot Size
$250Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Ruta Baran• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with Jackie Theisen• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Est. $2,477 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1031 N Spring St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12593909
May 4, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$450,000
$250/sq ft
Mar 23, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11910427
Mar 7, 2024
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$372,000
$207/sq ft
Feb 1, 2024
Contingent (Contingent - No Showings)
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Jan 30, 2024
Relisted (Active)
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Nov 10, 2023
Contingent (Contingent - No Showings)
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Oct 30, 2023
Listed (Active)
$369,900
$206/sq ft
+18
Very rarely do homes like this come available in this area! Classic all brick cottage style home on beautiful flat double lot! Instant curb appeal draws your attention! Warm, inviting cozy living room with stone fireplace, crown molding and front picture window! Bright sun room with exposed brick, tongue & groove knotty pine walls and sliding glass doors to the stone patio! Upgraded eat-in kitchen with oak cabinetry, Corian countertops, stainless steel appliances, planning desk and picture window with great views! Separate dining area! Remodeled 1st floor full bath! 2 gracious size convenient 1st floor bedrooms! Huge 2nd floor bedrooms with built-ins, unique ceiling lines and Jack & Jill bath! Full finished basement with rec room, exercise area with built-ins, full bath, den/flex room, large laundry area and storage room! Mint condition! Quick access to I-90, train station and shopping! Move in ready!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$7,685 (−3.5%)
$24,905 + $91,824
$116,729
2024
$7,964 (+4.8%)
$24,905 + $91,824
$116,729
2023
$7,598 (+6.1%)
$22,939 + $84,576
$107,515
2022
$7,160 (+4.5%)
$20,724 + $76,408
$97,132
2021
$6,852 (+2.9%)
$18,897 + $69,671
$88,568
2020
$6,662 (+2.9%)
$17,667 + $65,137
$82,804
2019
$6,472 (+4.4%)
$16,066 + $59,233
$75,299
2018
$6,198 (+2.4%)
$16,066 + $59,233
$75,299
2017
$6,052 (+4.8%)
$15,135 + $53,450
$68,585
2016
$5,775 (+1.4%)
$14,308 + $50,529
$64,837
2015
$5,697 (+12.1%)
$13,274 + $46,877
$60,151
2013
$5,081 (−8.6%)
$12,334 + $43,556
$55,890
2012
$5,557 (+2.9%)
$12,334 + $43,556
$55,890
2011
$5,402 (−5.5%)
$13,323 + $47,047
$60,370
2010
$5,717 (+3.0%)
$16,507 + $54,831
$71,338
2009
$5,552 (+4.5%)
$16,507 + $54,831
$71,338
2008
$5,313 (+1.3%)
$17,696 + $58,781
$76,477
2007
$5,245
$17,127 + $56,892
$74,019
Public record
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Lot size
0.36 Acres
Year renovated
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kane County
APN
0612105002
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Last updated by owner on Aug 24, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4
Room Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 14 x 9
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Recreation Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 23 x 13
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Exercise Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 13 x 13
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Sun Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 11
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 10
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 25 x 17
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 21 x 13
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 8
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Table Space
Level: Main
Dimensions: 16 x 12
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 14 x 10
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 21 x 14
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 12
Flooring: Carpet
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Finished, Full
Basement Sq. Ft.: 1,207
Laundry Features: In Unit, Laundry Chute, Laundry Closet
Interior Features
Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath