726 W Highland Avenue — Elgin, IL 60123
Active Under Contract
▼ $5,000
Elgin, IL 60123

726 W Highland Avenue

$294,900
3 beds · 2 baths · 2,072 sqft
$5,000 below original 41 days on market $7,291/yr taxes
01About this home

Welcome to 726 W Highland Ave, a charming brick home full of character and potential, ideally located just minutes from downtown Elgin and the Metra commuter rail. This 3-bedroom, 1-1/2 bath home offers a spacious and inviting layout, featuring a large living room with a cozy wood-burning fireplace, a formal dining room perfect for gatherings, and a bright bonus room that adds extra living space and versatility. The kitchen provides direct access to a deck overlooking the backyard, making it ideal for everyday living and entertaining. Additional highlights include convenient main floor laundry, a full unfinished basement offering ample storage and a massive walk-up attic ready to be transformed into additional living space! Outside, you'll appreciate the classic brick exterior, mature trees, partially fenced yard, and a backyard setup complete with a fire pit and deck-perfect for relaxing or hosting. A 2-car detached garage adds both convenience and functionality. With its solid structure, timeless curb appeal, and room to grow, this home presents a great opportunity in a well-established neighborhood close to shopping, dining & transportation.

02Inside the home
03By the numbers
$294,900
List price
2,072
Square feet
3
Bedrooms
1 full / 1 half
Bathrooms
1928
Year built
0.22 ac
Lot size
2
Garage spaces
$7,291
Annual taxes
Tudor
Style
41
Days on market
04Features
Heating
Natural GasRadiant
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Appliances
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigerator
Parking
ConcreteGarage OwnedDetachedGarage
Construction
Brick
Equipment
Ceiling Fan(s)
Sewer
Public Sewer
05Neighborhood
This home EElementary schoolMMiddle schoolHHigh school
E Elementary school
Highland Elementary School
Elgin, IL
📍29 mi🚗76 min
M Middle school
Kimball Middle School
Elgin, IL
📍0.9 mi🚗2 min🚶20 min
H High school
Larkin High School
Elgin, IL
📍1.0 mi🚗3 min🚶24 min
  • Canelitas 700 ft
  • Mel's Pizza 800 ft
  • Golden Skillet 900 ft
  • Orange Julius 950 ft
  • Dairy Queen 950 ft
  • La Hacienda 0.6 mi
  • Ram Foods 0.2 mi
  • Super Saver Foods 0.6 mi
  • Marathon 0.6 mi
  • Mobil Mart 0.9 mi
  • La Roca 0.9 mi
  • Citgo 0.9 mi
  • Grant School Park 0.2 mi
  • Foundry Park 0.4 mi
  • Walton Island Park 0.4 mi
  • Abbott Park 0.5 mi
  • Veterans Memorial Park 0.5 mi
  • Wing Street Park 0.5 mi
  • Viator Coffee Co. 0.7 mi
  • Churros Y Chocolate 0.7 mi
  • Blue Box Cafe 0.7 mi
  • Almar Elgin Nutrition 0.9 mi
  • Dunkin' 1.0 mi
  • Dunkin' 1.1 mi
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06History

Every event we have for this address, straight from the MLS.

Jun 8, 2026
Price reducedThis listing
Coldwell Banker Realty
$294,900
−$5,000
Apr 29, 2026
Listed for saleThis listing
Coldwell Banker Realty
$299,900
Sourced from MRED. Older events appear here as our history backfill completes.
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Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty · Amanda Jones · 630-715-5928
MLS data provided through MLS GRID · MRED MLS · MLS# MRD12632517
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