Brand new roof installed in 2025 sets the stage for this charming 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath Cape Cod in Elgin’s desirable Sunset Park neighborhood. Situated on a landscaped corner lot, this brick-front home offers a 1-car garage, partially fenced backyard, stone patio and plenty of room for outdoor enjoyment. Inside, modern neutral decor and durable vinyl plank flooring create a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout most of the home. The spacious living room flows into an eat-in kitchen featuring tile flooring, breakfast bar, decorative tile backsplash and newer appliances including an oven/range installed in 2021 and a brand new dishwasher in 2026. An adjacent dining room and additional family room provide additional space for everyday living and entertaining. The convenient first-floor primary bedroom is complemented by two additional bedrooms upstairs and updated bathrooms throughout. Additional highlights include newer ceiling fans installed in 2025, a newer washing machine, and a full basement for added storage. Conveniently located near parks, schools, shopping and dining, this move-in ready home offers comfort, style and value in an established neighborhood.
Property Details
Price:
$305,000
MLS #:
MRD12663932
Status:
Active Under Contract
Beds:
3
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Subdivision:
Sunset Park
Neighborhood:
elgin
Listed Date:
Jun 1, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,573
Year Built:
1948
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Schools
School District:
46
Elementary School:
Harriet Gifford Elementary Schoo
Middle School:
Kenyon Woods Middle School
High School:
Larkin High School
Interior
Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Bathrooms
1 Full Bathroom, 1 Half Bathroom
Cooling
Central Air
Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Interior Features
1st Floor Bedroom
Exterior
Architectural Style
Cape Cod
Community Features
Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Construction Materials
Brick, Frame
Garage Spaces
1
Lot Features
Corner Lot, Landscaped
Parking Features
Asphalt, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Parking Spots
1
Parking Total
1
Patio And Porch Features
Patio
Roof
Asphalt
Financial
HOA Fee Frequency
Not Applicable
HOA Includes
None
Tax Year
2025
Taxes
$6,636
Map
Community
- Address551 Sunset Drive Elgin IL
- SubdivisionSunset Park
- 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 Jun 13, 2026
267
Single Family Listed
45
Avg DOM
211
Avg $ / SqFt
$493,551
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- Located in the Sunset Park subdivision, 551 Sunset Drive Elgin IL is a Single Family for sale in Elgin, IL, 60123. It is listed for $305,000 and features 3 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,573 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1948. The current price per square foot is $194. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Elgin is $211. The average listing price for Single Family in Elgin is $493,551.
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551 Sunset Drive
Elgin, IL
