Real Estate
3 Century-Old Homes On the Market In Elgin
Take a peak inside some of the city's oldest homes currently on the market.

ELGIN, IL – It's not always about the newest, shiniest and most up-to-date things in life. When it comes to real estate, Elgin has some beautiful, classic homes currently on the market that give us all a glimpse into the city's architecture from decades past. Here is a closer look at three homes that are over 100 years old and on the market in Elgin:
Historic Victorian Built in 1891![]()
- Address: 55 Liberty Street
- Built in: 1891
- Selling for: $399,900
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 6
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Amazing opportunity to own a Magnificent Historic Victorian in prominent location that could be converted back to single family home, or a perfect opportunity to enjoy living in a stunning property & make income off 2 updated and pristine rental units on 2nd floor. 1st floor has 2 original fireplaces, 5 stained glass windows, extensive woodwork, 10'ceilings + so much more! Finished walk-out basement has fireplace, kitchen, 2 full baths in 2 bedrooms. Large unfinished 3rd floor attic is an old house lover's dream. Many updates include: New roof with 50 year architectural shingles & new chimneys (2004) Garage deck, railings & stone (2004-05) New furnace/CAC for 1st floor & basement (2012 & 2016) New flagstone patios (2016) surrounding in-ground pool Other extensive improvements are new baths, woodworking & shingle/window restoration. Fenced grounds grace 3 city lots, historic oak tree & coach house with electric. A HOME YOU WILL BE PROUD TO OWN!
Bungalow On East Side With 4 Acres![]()
- Address: 770 Hammond Avenue
- Built in: 1899
- Selling for: $299,900
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
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Beautiful hidden paradise! You would never expect to find this private 4 acre parcel on Elgin's far East side! Long gravel driveway approach! Surrounded by woods for great privacy! Solid built bungalow with large screened, covered front porch! Enter to the spacious living room with hardwood floors, oversized moldings and double French doors! Good size kitchen with plenty of cabinetry, tongue & groove pine walls and convenient laundry! Separate formal dining room with built-in hutch and hardwood flooring! Family room with hinged French doors, built-in shelving and tons of natural light! Walk-up attic for extra storage! Enclosed rear breezeway! 3 convenient 1st floor bedrooms! Unfinished basement for extra storage! 9' ceilings! Storage shed! 2 car detached garage! Potting shed surrounded by majestic wooded area! Close to Business 20 access!
Vintage Charm In Gold Coast Area![]()
- Address: 911 Douglas Avenue
- Date built: 1907
- Selling for: $305,500
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2 full bathroom, one half-bathroom
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One of a kind 4 bed, 2.1 ba vintage home in prestigious Gold Coast area. Step back in time as you enter the lovely herringbone tiled sunroom and thru the original door into this head turner. Beautiful wood flooring on the entire main level including the updated eat-in kitchen with breakfast bar, ss appliances and custom tiled backsplash, elegant dining room with built ins, spacious living room with fp, and den/office, all with 9' ceilings. The second level has 4 beds and 2 full baths. Partially finished basement with recreation room, laundry and powder room. Fully fenced yard with paver patio. Detached 3 car garage. The perfect blend of vintage charm with modern convenience! New charter school opening in August!
Here is a look at more homes in Elgin that are over 100 years old that are currently on the market:
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