Welcome to this charming brick bungalow located in the heart of Elgin's historic district, just a short distance from downtown. Step onto the inviting covered front porch and into a home that beautifully blends classic character with modern updates. The original hardwood floors flow throughout the spacious living room, which is bathed in natural light, and into a cozy kitchen eating area. The kitchen, with its original built-in china cabinet, adds a touch of nostalgia while new light fixtures throughout the living room & kitchen provide a fresh, contemporary feel. The main level offers three comfortable bedrooms with hardwood floors and a full bathroom featuring new wood laminate floors, a stylish light fixture and a tub/shower combo. You'll appreciate the convenience of built-in linen drawers in the hallway for extra storage. Upstairs, the unfinished attic with plywood flooring presents a fantastic opportunity for additional storage space. The finished basement is an entertainer's dream, boasting a large recreation room complete with bar and pool table. This level also includes a versatile fourth bedroom/office/workout room, a second full bathroom, a workroom with bench, a laundry room with shelving and an additional storage room. Outside, enjoy the privacy of the newly fenced yard, perfect for relaxing or entertaining on the new patio. A 2-car garage completes this fantastic home. Don't miss a chance to own a piece of Elgin's history with this delightful brick bungalow!
Single-familyProperty Type
1924Year Built
6,969 sq ftLot Size
$241Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Beth Armstrong• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Elgin Historical District home. Kitchen/Eat Area combo is bright & open. Original Oak crown molding, floors, & built-ins. 2CarGAR, Brick exterior and large front porch. This is a Fannie Mae HomePath Property. Purchase this property for as little as 3% down. This property is approved for HomePath Mortgage Financing. This property is approved for HomePath Renovation Mortgage financing.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06836080
Jun 2, 2008
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Sep 13, 2007
Sold
$188,000
$134/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06575842
Aug 2, 2007
Listing Removed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06528056
Jun 18, 2007
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Oct 26, 2005
Sold
$215,000
$154/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 11, 1998
Sold
$112,500
$80/sq ft
Public Records
Dec 20, 1993
Sold
$78,000
$56/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,318 (+4.5%)
$15,520 + $62,188
$77,708
2024
$5,088 (+5.3%)
$15,520 + $62,188
$77,708
2023
$4,830 (+5.2%)
$14,295 + $57,279
$71,574
2022
$4,592 (+4.8%)
$12,914 + $51,747
$64,661
2021
$4,383 (+3.1%)
$11,775 + $47,184
$58,959
2020
$4,252 (+3.2%)
$11,009 + $44,114
$55,123
2019
$4,121 (+13.7%)
$10,011 + $40,116
$50,127
2018
$3,626 (+2.6%)
$10,011 + $40,116
$50,127
2017
$3,533 (+5.4%)
$9,431 + $33,247
$42,678
2016
$3,352 (+2.1%)
$8,916 + $31,430
$40,346
2015
$3,282 (−4.0%)
$8,272 + $29,159
$37,431
2013
$3,418 (−18.9%)
$7,686 + $31,874
$39,560
2012
$4,212 (−10.8%)
$7,686 + $31,874
$39,560
2011
$4,723 (−5.6%)
$8,302 + $38,912
$47,214
2010
$5,005 (+2.9%)
$10,287 + $52,916
$63,203
2009
$4,865 (+4.2%)
$10,287 + $52,916
$63,203
2008
$4,671 (+1.5%)
$11,028 + $56,728
$67,756
2007
$4,604
$10,674 + $54,905
$65,579
Tax history for 314 Prairie St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,318 (+4.5%)
$15,520 + $62,188
$77,708
2024
$5,088 (+5.3%)
$15,520 + $62,188
$77,708
2023
$4,830 (+5.2%)
$14,295 + $57,279
$71,574
2022
$4,592 (+4.8%)
$12,914 + $51,747
$64,661
2021
$4,383 (+3.1%)
$11,775 + $47,184
$58,959
2020
$4,252 (+3.2%)
$11,009 + $44,114
$55,123
2019
$4,121 (+13.7%)
$10,011 + $40,116
$50,127
2018
$3,626 (+2.6%)
$10,011 + $40,116
$50,127
2017
$3,533 (+5.4%)
$9,431 + $33,247
$42,678
2016
$3,352 (+2.1%)
$8,916 + $31,430
$40,346
2015
$3,282 (−4.0%)
$8,272 + $29,159
$37,431
2013
$3,418 (−18.9%)
$7,686 + $31,874
$39,560
2012
$4,212 (−10.8%)
$7,686 + $31,874
$39,560
2011
$4,723 (−5.6%)
$8,302 + $38,912
$47,214
2010
$5,005 (+2.9%)
$10,287 + $52,916
$63,203
2009
$4,865 (+4.2%)
$10,287 + $52,916
$63,203
2008
$4,671 (+1.5%)
$11,028 + $56,728
$67,756
2007
$4,604
$10,674 + $54,905
$65,579
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
6,550 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,400
Year built
1924
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kane County
APN
0613311009
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 8, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Attached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
Driveway: Concrete
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4
# of Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1
Room Information
Room Type: Storage
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 8 x 5
Flooring: Other
Room Information
Room Type: Recreation Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 16 x 21
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Work Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 10 x 8
Flooring: Other
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 12
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 12
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 12 x 12
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Table Space
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 20
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 8 x 20
Flooring: Other
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 20 x 14
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 14
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Hardwood
Additional Rooms Information
Attic: Full,Interior Stair
Basement: Full
Basement Description: Finished
Basement Sq. Ft.: 1,400
Interior Features
Interior Features: Hardwood Floors, In-Law Arrangement, Built-in Features