186 N Du Bois Ave

Elgin, IL 60123
  • $455,000

    Price
  • 5

    Bed
  • 3

    Bath
  • 4,592

    SqFt

About the Listing 25645 - 229386

Significant Price Adjustment-Unbeatable Space & Value in a Quiet Residential Area! Nestled within a highly desirable, established neighborhood, this property is the ultimate setup for entrepreneurs, contractors, clients, or anyone looking for a rare buildable double lot, extensive storage capacity, and ample parking spaces. This unique brick-accented home offers an astounding 4,592 total square feet of space, providing unmatched versatility and future expansion potential. Perfect for managing large personal vehicles, private equipment, inventory, or setting up a massive personal workshop, the exterior features an extensive amount of parking space, one 2-car detached garage, a solid concrete slab installed in 2023, and a custom-designed storage shed built in 2024. Bring your cosmetic design vision to transform the expansive interior and build massive long-term value throughout. Original hardwood floors run throughout the home, waiting to be beautifully refinished, while vintage-style pocket doors in some areas add exceptional character and charm. Enjoy ultimate peace of mind with high-ticket structural and mechanical items already completed: Dual-Zone HVAC: Furnaces & A/Cs installed 2016 (1st-floor A/C updated 2021). Fully serviced in 2025 with new components and 2 smart thermostats. Roof & Infrastructure: Front half and side dent area replaced 2023; back half replaced 2016. Water heater from 2018. Garage doors/transmitters replaced 2022. The main living layout features a warm main living room highlighted by a classic brick fireplace. A substantial rear addition completed in 2016 beautifully expands the living zones, delivering an expansive 1st-floor family room and a stunning, sun-drenched sunroom that features gorgeous French windows and French doors. The sunroom serves as a complete, striking architectural feature leading up to the additional flex room, which functions perfectly as your home office space while offering seamless indoor-outdoor living with direct access to the spacious 2-tier deck. The floor plan also includes a private 4th bedroom and a massive primary bedroom suite complete with an oversized walk-in closet and a private master bathroom featuring a double vanity, walk-in shower, and separate soaker tub. The kitchen highlights stainless appliances, granite counters, and ample cabinetry. The basement provides exceptional additional storage or a blank canvas for extra living space. Eligible for a $5,000 Chase Homebuyer Grant! Offered as-is. Bring your design ideas today!

Listing Highlights for 186 N Du Bois Ave

Status Active
Days on Site 0
Property Type Residential
MLS ® 12784929
Year Built 1930
Total Square Footage 4,592
Lot/Acreage 106X130
County Kane
Area Elgin
School District 46
Elementary School Highland Elementary School
Middle School Kimball Middle School
High School Larkin High School

Interior Details

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 2 Full / 1 Half
  • Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
  • Air Cond: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas,Forced Air
  • Fireplaces: 1, Wood Burning,Includes Accessories
  • Floor: Hardwood
  • Below Ground Sq Ft: 1594
  • Basement: Finished,Storage Space,Full
  • Other: 1st Floor Bedroom,Built-in Features,Walk-In Closet(s),Bookcases,Historic/Period Mlwk,Open Floorplan,Granite Counters,Workshop
  • Water: Public

Exterior Details

  • Lot Description: Mature Trees
  • Garage Capacity: N/A
  • Lot Dimensions: 106X130
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Others:
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Parking Features: Concrete,Side Driveway,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Financial Details

  • Tax Amount: $9,291
  • Taxes w/Assessments: N/A
  • Tax/Property ID: 0615280013
  • Tax Year: 2025

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Puneet "Pete" Kapoor - CPA, ABR, PSA, SRS, CIPS, ACP

CPA, SRS, PSA, CIPS, ACP, GROUP LEAD, REALTOR | PRINCIPAL CO-OWNER | The Sterling Group Global | Keller Williams Infinity

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