491 Sterling Ln, South Elgin, IL 60177

491 Sterling Ln, South Elgin, IL 60177

491 Sterling Ln, South Elgin, IL 60177

491 Sterling Ln, South Elgin, IL 60177

491 Sterling Ln, South Elgin, IL 60177

491 Sterling Ln, South Elgin, IL 60177

491 Sterling Ln, South Elgin, IL 60177

OFF MARKET— SOLD JAN 2013 FOR $550,000

$827,758

Redfin Estimate

5

bd

•

•

3,600

sq ft

491 Sterling Ln, South Elgin, IL 60177

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About this home

Custom WATERFRONT Sterling built home in Thornwood Pool Community and St Charles School District. Brick walkway/koi pond and waterfall/custom wood and iron front entry.Hardwood flooring entire 1st floor. Upstairs laundry/Mudroom 1st floor and sunroom! Finished walk-out basement with millwork,hand scraped oak flooring,5th bedroom and full bath! Brick and cedar exterior, 3 car side load and wood shake roof!Amazing view

Single-familyProperty Type

2004Year Built

0.26 acresLot Size

$230Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

3 car garageParking

Listed by Dawn Recchia • Baird & Warner Fox Valley - Geneva

Bought with Dawn Recchia • Baird & Warner Fox Valley - Geneva

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08182680

Redfin Estimate

$827,758

$278K since sold in January 2013$8,000 since November

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Estimated sale earnings

Desired selling price

Remaining mortgage

Est. closing costs:-$44,130

Sell with a Redfin agent+$4,139

Estimated profit$477,767

Market trends in 60177, IL

Last updated November 2025

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.7%

14.5% MoM

Median sale price

$380K

$3K MoM

Avg. days on market

57d

5 days MoM

Recently sold homes

95

4 MoM

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Estimated earnings

Sale history for 491 Sterling Ln

Today

Jan 9, 2013

Date

Sold (Public Records)

Public Records

$550,000

Price

Jan, 2013

Jan 2, 2013

Date

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08182680

$550,000

Price

Nov 26, 2012

Date

Contingent

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08182680

—

Price

Nov 11, 2012

Date

Price Changed (Price Change)

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08182680

$579,999

Price

Oct 29, 2012

Date

Price Changed (Price Change)

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08182680

$595,000

Price

Oct 18, 2012

Date

Listed (New)

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08182680

$600,000

Price

Year	Property Tax	Land +	Additions =	Assessed Value
2024	$16,954 (+4.5%)	$40,964	$177,722	$218,686
2023	$16,223 (+8.0%)	$40,964	$177,722	$218,686
2022	$15,015 (+4.1%)	$36,663	$159,064	$195,727
2021	$14,429 (+0.4%)	$36,523	$141,360	$177,883
2020	$14,366 (+1.6%)	$34,814	$134,744	$169,558
2019	$14,145 (−2.7%)	$33,489	$129,614	$163,103
2018	$14,542 (−2.9%)	$33,489	$129,614	$163,103
2017	$14,977 (−4.3%)	$35,795	$131,046	$166,841
2016	$15,653 (−3.4%)	$34,570	$138,799	$173,369
2015	$16,211 (+4.8%)	$33,357	$133,923	$167,280
2013	$15,462 (+3.8%)	$33,327	$141,512	$174,839
2012	$14,894 (+5.3%)	$33,327	$141,512	$174,839
2011	$14,147 (+4.2%)	$33,730	$133,882	$167,612
2010	$13,581 (+5.5%)	$36,186	$146,190	$182,376
2009	$12,879 (−0.8%)	$36,186	$146,190	$182,376
2008	$12,982 (+1.2%)	$36,663	$162,642	$199,305
2007	$12,832	$36,663	$162,642	$199,305

Tax history for 491 Sterling Ln

Year	Property Tax	Land +	Additions =	Assessed Value
2024	$16,954 (+4.5%)	$40,964	$177,722	$218,686
2023	$16,223 (+8.0%)	$40,964	$177,722	$218,686
2022	$15,015 (+4.1%)	$36,663	$159,064	$195,727
2021	$14,429 (+0.4%)	$36,523	$141,360	$177,883
2020	$14,366	$34,814	$134,744	$169,558

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# Of Cars: 3
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Attached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
Driveway: Concrete

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 5
# of Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1

Room Information
Room Type: Den
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Office
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 16
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Recreation Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 21 x 14
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Mud Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 10
Flooring: Ceramic Tile

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 5
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 10 x 12
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Game Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 23 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 14 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 11 x 14
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 19 x 20
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 26 x 14
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Second
Dimensions: 10 x 9

Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 20
Flooring: Carpet

Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Full, Walkout
Basement Description: Finished

Interior Features
Interior Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors
# of Rooms: 12

Equipment
Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal
Humidifier, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Family Room

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck

Building Information
Living Area Source: Estimated
Exterior Building Type: Brick,Cedar
Age: 6-10 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
Roof: Shake
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter

Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
Rehab (Y/N): No
General Information: School Bus Service
Parcel Number: 0905128009

Lot Information
Dimensions: 85X115X106X118
Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac, Fenced Yard, Water View
WaterfrontYN: Yes

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $14,147.22
Tax Year: 2011

Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Community Information
Community Features: Clubhouse, Pool, Sidewalks, Street Lights

Homeowners Association Information
Association Fee: $117
Association Fee Frequency: Quarterly
Association Fee Includes: Clubhouse, Exercise Facilities, Pool

School Information
Elementary School District: 303
Elementary School: CORRON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Middle Or Junior School District: 303
Middle Or Junior School: HAINES MIDDLE SCHOOL
High School District: 303
High School: ST CHARLES NORTH HIGH SCHOOL

Location Information
Subdivision Name: THORNWOOD
Township: ST. CHARLES
Corporate Limits: SOUTH ELGIN
Directions: McDonald West to thornwood way south to Thornwood Drive to Lansbrook to Sterling

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: Kane County
APN: 0905128009

Home facts updated by county records on Nov 18, 2025

Other

Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing

Refinance

Around this home

Schools
Places
Transit

9/10

Corron Elementary School

Public, K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

8/10

Wredling Middle School

Public, 6-8 • Assigned • 5.2mi

8/10

St Charles North High School

Public, 9-12 • Assigned • 2.9mi

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Climate risks

Flood Factor - Minimal

Unlikely to flood in next 30 years

Fire Factor - Minor

0.00% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

Heat Factor - Minor

7 days above 101° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years

Wind Factor - Minor

0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

Air Factor - Moderate

3 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in June and 3.5 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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3.5 hrs

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$787,000 – $952,000

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Home values near 491 Sterling Ln

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
471 Sterling Lane, South Elgin, IL 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3607 Sq. Ft.	$640,129
501 Sterling Lane, South Elgin, IL 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4082 Sq. Ft.	$881,702
710 Cole Drive, South Elgin, IL 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$651,464
711 Cole Drive, South Elgin, IL 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3317 Sq. Ft.	$596,234
690 Cole Drive, South Elgin, IL 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$670,433
647 Oak Lane, South Elgin, IL 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4688 Sq. Ft.	$836,818
531 Waters Edge Drive, South Elgin, IL 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3699 Sq. Ft.	$755,866

Address	Redfin Estimate
541 Sterling Lane, South Elgin, IL 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3547 Sq. Ft.	$712,069
532 Waters Edge Drive, South Elgin, IL 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3366 Sq. Ft.	$680,186
730 Cole Drive, South Elgin, IL 6 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3516 Sq. Ft.	$753,290
721 Cole Drive, South Elgin, IL 5 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3307 Sq. Ft.	$698,831
700 Cole Drive, South Elgin, IL 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3627 Sq. Ft.	$679,628
720 Cole Drive, South Elgin, IL 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3000 Sq. Ft.	$679,490

Address	Redfin Estimate
521 Sterling Lane, South Elgin, IL 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 3650 Sq. Ft.	$769,241
740 Cole Drive, South Elgin, IL 6 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 5800 Sq. Ft.	$792,641
701 Cole Drive, South Elgin, IL 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 3146 Sq. Ft.	$647,299
670 Cole Drive, South Elgin, IL 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2790 Sq. Ft.	$560,469
635 Oak Lane, South Elgin, IL 5 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 4039 Sq. Ft.	$841,427
542 Waters Edge Drive, South Elgin, IL 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3482 Sq. Ft.	$778,502

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