Discover your perfect retreat in this charming two-bedroom-plus-den home, ideally situated near the serene Trout Park and scenic bike paths. Recently updated for peace of mind, the property features a roof installed in 2024 and water heater (2024), a modern A/C unit (2022), and fresh windows in the office and den, all complemented by a freshly sealed 2026 driveway. Inside, a cozy living room with a wood-burning fireplace and bay window creates a warm welcome, while the kitchen overlooks a private, fenced backyard complete with a stone patio. With hardwood floors ready for a quick polish and an unfinished basement, this home is a blank canvas waiting for your personal touch to shine just in time for the holidays-making it a perfect opportunity for first-time buyers or investors looking to add a high-potential property to their portfolio.
Property Details
Price:
$215,000
MLS #:
MRD12753865
Status:
Active
Beds:
2
Baths:
1
Type:
Single Family
Neighborhood:
elgin
Listed Date:
Sep 15, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
815
Year Built:
1923
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Schools
School District:
46
Interior
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom
Cooling
Central Air
Fireplaces Total
1
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Interior Features
1st Floor Bedroom
Laundry Features
In Unit
Exterior
Architectural Style
Bungalow
Community Features
Park, Sidewalks, Street Paved
Construction Materials
Cedar, Frame
Garage Spaces
1.5
Lot Features
Forest Preserve Adjacent, Nature Preserve Adjacent, Mature Trees
Parking Features
Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Off Street, Driveway, Owned, Garage
Parking Spots
55
Parking Total
5.5
Patio And Porch Features
Patio
Roof
Asphalt
Window Features
Screens
Financial
HOA Fee Frequency
Not Applicable
HOA Includes
None
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$3,386
Map
Community
- Address1401 Sherwood Avenue Elgin IL
- CityElgin
- CountyKane
- Zip Code60120
Subdivisions in Elgin
- Almora Heights
- Bowes Creek Country Club
- Brierwood
- Castle Creek
- Catatoga
- Cedar Grove
- Century Oaks
- Century Oaks West
- Cobblers Crossing
- College Green
- Copper Springs
- Country Aire
- Country Brook
- Country Trails
- Edgewater by Del Webb
- Fieldstone
- Glens of College Green
- Highland Glen
- Highland Springs
- Highland Woods
- Kennington Square
- Lords Park
- Lords Park Manor
- Meadows Edge at Highland Woods
- Millcreek
- Mitawa
- Mulberry Grove
- Oak Ridge
- Oakwood Hills
- Parkwood
- Parkwood Farms
- Ponds of Stony Creek
- Providence
- Randall Ridge
- Remington at Providence
- River Park Place
- Sandy Creek
- Shadow Hill
- Sierra Ridge
- Stonebrook
- Sunset Park
- Tall Oaks
- The Greens of Elgin
- The Reserve of Elgin
- Tuscan Woods
- Valley Creek
- Washington Heights
- Waterford
- West Point Gardens
- West Point Gardens South
- West Ridge
- Williamsburg Commons
- Willow Bay Club
- Willow Lake Estates
- Woodland Creek
- Woodland Meadows East
- Woodlands
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Elgin as of Sep 22, 2026
211
Single Family Listed
46
Avg DOM
216
Avg $ / SqFt
$470,635
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 1401 Sherwood Avenue Elgin IL is a Single Family for sale in Elgin, IL, 60120. It is listed for $215,000 and features 2 beds, 1 baths, and has approximately 815 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1923. The current price per square foot is $264. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Elgin is $216. The average listing price for Single Family in Elgin is $470,635.
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1401 Sherwood Avenue
Elgin, IL
