490 Division Street is known as the spirit of Elgin itself! John Fluck was a well known builder, mason and plasterer for nearly 54 years who constructed this all-brick worker cottage for him and his family. known for his signature stepped brick pattern at the eave line and quality craftsmanship, John's brilliant designs where never mistaken. The most recent refurbishing of the front porch, roof and windows were restored with the help of the city's Historic Rehabilitation Grant program. Upon entering guests are allured by the 9' 6" ceilings and forward thinking of an open concept. From the charming entry to the expansive living room, you can't help but crave for more. The living room is finished with gorgeous leaded glass windows, fireplace and easy access to a formal dining room. The dining room is an exemplary design centrally located in the middle of the home making for a great entertaining space. The dining easily accommodates seating for 6 to 8 guests while open to the all seasons room on one side and an adjacent kitchen on the other side. The kitchen is finished with 36" oak cabinets and new wood laminate floors. The main floor also offers hardwood floors leading to 2 separate bedrooms, 1 spacious bedroom off the front entry and the primary suite with direct access to a shared full bathroom with a shower/tub combination and a single vanity. The second floor is equally impressive with a loft, 2 generous bedrooms and a full bathroom. The bathroom showcases a single shower and vanity. Full unfinished lower level. 1-car detached garage! Private yard! Near shopping and entertainment. SOLD AS-IS
Single-familyProperty Type
1892Year Built
4,965 sq ftLot Size
$178Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Robbie Morrison• Coldwell Banker Realty
Listed by Dave Freeman• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Adalberto Sanchez-Arias• A&O Dream Key Real Estate
The Grantee(s), or purchaser(s), of the Property may not re-sell, record an additional conveyance document, or otherwise transfer title to the Property within 60 days following the Grantor's execution of this Deed. Sold as is. Bank of America prequal required. Allow 2-3 business days for seller response to offers. Tax prorated 100%. No survey provided.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08106012
Jul 24, 2012
Listing Removed
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Jul 3, 2012
Listed (New)
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07056952
Oct 24, 2009
Listing Removed
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Jul 1, 2009
Price Changed (Price Change)
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Dec 2, 2008
Price Changed
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Nov 24, 2008
Price Changed
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Oct 23, 2008
Listed
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Public Records
May 13, 2004
Sold
$154,000
$91/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 10, 2002
Sold
$104,000
$62/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 21, 1997
Sold
$84,500
$50/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,633 (+4.5%)
$11,642 + $70,188
$81,830
2024
$5,392 (+5.3%)
$11,642 + $70,188
$81,830
2023
$5,123 (+5.3%)
$10,723 + $64,648
$75,371
2022
$4,863 (+4.7%)
$9,687 + $58,405
$68,092
2021
$4,644 (+8.0%)
$8,833 + $53,255
$62,088
2020
$4,301 (+3.2%)
$8,258 + $49,790
$58,048
2019
$4,168 (+9.4%)
$7,510 + $43,122
$50,632
2018
$3,811 (+2.6%)
$7,510 + $43,122
$50,632
2017
$3,714 (+5.3%)
$7,075 + $37,469
$44,544
2016
$3,527 (+2.0%)
$6,688 + $35,422
$42,110
2015
$3,456 (−4.9%)
$6,205 + $32,862
$39,067
2013
$3,635 (−21.0%)
$5,765 + $35,922
$41,687
2012
$4,602 (+7.9%)
$5,765 + $35,922
$41,687
2011
$4,264 (−4.6%)
$6,227 + $38,801
$45,028
2010
$4,469 (+3.6%)
$7,715 + $43,360
$51,075
2009
$4,314 (+6.0%)
$7,715 + $43,360
$51,075
2008
$4,070 (+1.1%)
$8,271 + $46,484
$54,755
2007
$4,028
$8,005 + $44,990
$52,995
Tax history for 490 Division St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,633 (+4.5%)
$11,642 + $70,188
$81,830
2024
$5,392 (+5.3%)
$11,642 + $70,188
$81,830
2023
$5,123 (+5.3%)
$10,723 + $64,648
$75,371
2022
$4,863 (+4.7%)
$9,687 + $58,405
$68,092
2021
$4,644 (+8.0%)
$8,833 + $53,255
$62,088
2020
$4,301 (+3.2%)
$8,258 + $49,790
$58,048
2019
$4,168 (+9.4%)
$7,510 + $43,122
$50,632
2018
$3,811 (+2.6%)
$7,510 + $43,122
$50,632
2017
$3,714 (+5.3%)
$7,075 + $37,469
$44,544
2016
$3,527 (+2.0%)
$6,688 + $35,422
$42,110
2015
$3,456 (−4.9%)
$6,205 + $32,862
$39,067
2013
$3,635 (−21.0%)
$5,765 + $35,922
$41,687
2012
$4,602 (+7.9%)
$5,765 + $35,922
$41,687
2011
$4,264 (−4.6%)
$6,227 + $38,801
$45,028
2010
$4,469 (+3.6%)
$7,715 + $43,360
$51,075
2009
$4,314 (+6.0%)
$7,715 + $43,360
$51,075
2008
$4,070 (+1.1%)
$8,271 + $46,484
$54,755
2007
$4,028
$8,005 + $44,990
$52,995
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
1
Stories
2
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
4,826 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
—
Year built
—
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Kane County
APN
0613253011
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 8, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Parking (Total): 1
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Detached
Driveway: Concrete,Side Drive
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Soaking Tub
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4
Room Information
Room Type: Loft
Level: Second
Dimensions: 16 x 15
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Heated Sun Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 12
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Foyer
Level: Main
Dimensions: 6 x 3
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 10
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 15 x 13
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 11 x 11
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 12
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 22 x 12
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Galley
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 11
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 10
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Carpet
Bath: Full
Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Full
Basement Description: Unfinished,Cellar,Exterior Access,Storage Space
Basement Sq. Ft.: 1,208
Interior Features
Interior Features: Hardwood Floors, Built-in Features, Historic/Period Mlwk, Some Wood Floors, Drapes/Blinds, Separate Dining Room, Some Storm Doors
# of Rooms: 9
Equipment
Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher
CO Detectors
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Family Room
Exterior
Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Exterior Building Type: Brick
Age: 100+ Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): Yes
Rehab Year: 2013
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 1,208
Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 1208
General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Historical District
Parcel Number: 0613253011
Lot Information
Dimensions: 38X129X23X9X17X121
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Lot Features: Partial Fencing, Sidewalks, Streetlights
Zero Lot Line: No
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,863.46
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 46
Elementary School: Ronald D O'Neal Elementary Schoo
Middle Or Junior School District: 46
Middle Or Junior School: Ellis Middle School
High School District: 46
High School: Elgin High School
Location Information
Township: Elgin
Corporate Limits: Elgin
Directions: S. Liberty St/RT25, N. on E. Chicago St., W. on Division St., N. on Hill Ave, W. on Division St
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,826 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Kane County
APN: 0613253011
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 8, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
Ronald D O'Neal Elementary School
Public K-6 • Assigned • 0.3mi
4/10
Ellis Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 0.4mi
4/10
Elgin High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
2/10
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Lifestyle
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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
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Elgin, IL • 60120
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in
June and 3.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$287,000 – $347,000
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