Welcome to this beautifully maintained Brick Bungalow, perfectly situated on a desirable corner lot close to major streets, schools, and shopping. The main level boasts a bright kitchen with a cozy breakfast nook, ideal for morning coffee. Downstairs, the full finished basement offers incredible flexibility with a dedicated family room featuring a wet bar for entertaining, an extra bedroom, and a versatile den/office space perfect for guests, hobbies, or working from home. Step outside into your private, spacious fenced oasis, beautifully landscaped with mature trees, bushes, and vibrant perennials. The outdoor patio comes complete with a cabana, creating the perfect setting for summer gatherings. Additional highlights include low property taxes, a walk-up attic with excellent potential for future living space, a new air conditioning system installed in 2022, and brand-new vinyl windows and patio updated in 2025. This home blends classic charm with practical modern updates! ***Multiple offers received. Best & Highest due 8/1 at 4pm***
Property Details
Price:
$285,000
MLS #:
MRD12719862
Status:
Active Under Contract
Beds:
2
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Neighborhood:
elgin
Listed Date:
Jul 30, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,038
Year Built:
1900
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Schools
School District:
46
Elementary School:
Highland Elementary School
Middle School:
Kimball Middle School
High School:
Larkin High School
Interior
Appliances
Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Below Grade Finished Area
840
Cooling
Small Duct High Velocity
Fireplaces Total
1
Flooring
Laminate
Heating
Natural Gas, Steam, Radiator(s)
Interior Features
Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Separate Dining Room
Laundry Features
Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit
Exterior
Architectural Style
Bungalow
Community Features
Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Construction Materials
Brick
Fencing
Fenced, Wood
Garage Spaces
1
Lot Features
Corner Lot
Other Structures
Shed(s), Cabana, Storage
Parking Features
Brick Driveway, Concrete, No Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
Parking Spots
3
Parking Total
3
Patio And Porch Features
Patio
Roof
Asphalt
Window Features
Screens, Skylight(s)
Financial
HOA Fee Frequency
Not Applicable
HOA Includes
None
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$4,652
Map
Community
- Address85 WILCOX Avenue Elgin IL
- CityElgin
- CountyKane
- Zip Code60123
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 Aug 05, 2026
222
Single Family Listed
43
Avg DOM
215
Avg $ / SqFt
$493,053
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 85 WILCOX Avenue Elgin IL is a Single Family for sale in Elgin, IL, 60123. It is listed for $285,000 and features 2 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,038 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1900. The current price per square foot is $275. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Elgin is $215. The average listing price for Single Family in Elgin is $493,053.
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85 WILCOX Avenue
Elgin, IL
