Beautiful setting which borders Fitchie Creek Forest Preserve on two sides. This property has 3.89 Acres and is improved with a 1990's Two Story Home and an additional outbuilding. The house needs work and is being sold "AS IS." Make this home shine again and build your own sweat equity. The house has good bones and features oak woodwork and pine six panel doors, some hardwood flooring and open oak staircase. Two Story Foyer and Living Room with wood burning stove. Outbuilding is 29'x36' in size. The forest preserve has riding trails for horses and walking/biking. Enjoy the peaceful scenery and wildlife that an uninterrupted Forest Preserve view has to offer. Also located in the highly desirable 301 School District.
Est. $3,147 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 40W003 Russell Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12734038
Oct 16, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$500,000
$210/sq ft
Aug 19, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Aug 15, 2026
Listed (Active)
$450,000
$189/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 9, 1990
Sold
$50,000
$21/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,181 (−6.0%)
$51,637 + $132,517
$184,154
2024
$11,899 (+9.1%)
$51,637 + $132,517
$184,154
2023
$10,910 (−2.0%)
$47,905 + $122,940
$170,845
2022
$11,138 (+1.0%)
$43,333 + $105,433
$148,766
2021
$11,032 (+0.4%)
$42,714 + $99,624
$142,338
2020
$10,984
$41,266 + $96,246
$137,512
2019
$10,973 (+2.2%)
$40,000 + $93,294
$133,294
2018
$10,734 (−5.0%)
$40,000 + $93,294
$133,294
2017
$11,303 (−5.6%)
$41,040 + $90,240
$131,280
2016
$11,976 (+7.2%)
$33,569 + $102,641
$136,210
2015
$11,172 (−3.3%)
$32,773 + $100,206
$132,979
2013
$11,557 (−3.4%)
$33,333 + $89,057
$122,390
2012
$11,964 (+7.5%)
$33,333 + $89,057
$122,390
2011
$11,129 (+4.0%)
$43,329 + $93,744
$137,073
2010
$10,703 (+4.1%)
$64,575 + $91,050
$155,625
2009
$10,284 (−0.5%)
$64,575 + $91,050
$155,625
2008
$10,334 (+2.7%)
$67,967 + $95,832
$163,799
2007
$10,059
$66,660 + $89,925
$156,585
Public record
Public record
Permits
Beds
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Baths
—
Stories
—
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
3.89 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
—
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kane County
APN
0514400011
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Sep 8, 2026.
Jun 13, 2025 • Final
Building
ADU
Dec 4, 2007 • Final
Accessory structure - residential
Construct a detached garage.
New construction
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking Features: Asphalt, Attached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3
Room Information
Room Type: Loft
Level: Second
Dimensions: 15 x 10
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 10
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 11 x 10
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 10
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 15 x 14
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 19 x 14
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Main
Dimensions: 8 x 6
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 18 x 13
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 17 x 15
Flooring: Carpet
Bath: Full
Additional Rooms Information
Basement: Unfinished, Full
Basement Sq. Ft.: 1,180
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 8
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Family Room
Exterior
Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Age: 31-40 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
Construction Materials: Brick, Cedar
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 1,180
Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 1180
General Information: School Bus Service
Parcel Number: 0514400011
Lot Information
Dimensions: 425x490x86x238x249x20x543
Lot Size: 3.0-3.99 Acres
Lot Size Source: County Records
Lot Features: Forest Preserve Adjacent, Irregular Lot
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $11,181
Tax Year: 2025
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Horse-Riding Trails
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 301
Middle Or Junior School District: 301
High School District: 301
Location Information
Township: Plato
Corporate Limits: Elgin
Directions: Route 20 West of Randall to Plank Road, to Russell
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 3.89 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Kane County
APN: 0514400011
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Teams Information
Buyer Team Name: THE ESTHER ZAMUDIO TEAM
Around this home
Schools
Howard B Thomas Grade School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 4.6mi
9/10
Prairie Knolls Middle School
Public 6-7 • Assigned • 1.2mi
8/10
Central High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.6mi
6/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Elgin, IL • 60124
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Sun exposure
99/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 3% for direct sun exposure in Elgin. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.3 hrs
6.1 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$419,000 – $508,000
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