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159 Josephine Avenue — South Elgin, IL 60177
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South Elgin, IL 60177

159 Josephine Avenue

$279,900
3 beds · 1 bath · 1,108 sqft
Listed at $279,900 17 days on market $3,335/yr taxes
01About this home

Located near the Fox River, this inviting ranch offers three bedrooms and a flexible layout designed to fit a variety of lifestyles. Multiple living spaces provide room to relax, entertain, or work from home. Fresh interior paint and a fully renovated bathroom completed in 2024 enhance the home's move in ready appeal. The kitchen stands out with custom cabinetry featuring built in organizers and roll out shelving, offering excellent functionality and storage. An oversized two car garage with shelving provides additional storage options. Outside, a fully fenced in yard creates a private setting for pets, play, or outdoor gatherings. Enjoy summer days on the Fox River with family and friends. Home is being sold as is.

02Inside the home
03By the numbers
$279,900
List price
1,108
Square feet
3
Bedrooms
1 full
Bathrooms
1948
Year built
0.18 ac
Lot size
2.5
Garage spaces
$3,335
Annual taxes
Ranch
Style
17
Days on market
04Features
Heating
Natural GasForced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Appliances
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerTrash CompactorWater Softener Owned
Parking
AsphaltGarage Door OpenerGarage OwnedDetachedGarage
Construction
Vinyl Siding
Equipment
Water-Softener OwnedTV-DishCO DetectorsCeiling Fan(s)Fan-Whole House
Sewer
Public Sewer
05Neighborhood
This home EElementary schoolMMiddle schoolHHigh school
E Elementary school
Willard Elementary School
South Elgin, IL
📍120 mi🚗311 min
M Middle school
Kenyon Woods Middle School
South Elgin, IL
📍0.6 mi🚗2 min🚶16 min
H High school
South Elgin High School
South Elgin, IL
📍0.6 mi🚗2 min🚶15 min
  • Burger King 0.2 mi
  • Wee Dee's 0.7 mi
  • Pasta Mai 0.8 mi
  • Dairy Queen 1.2 mi
  • McDonald's 1.3 mi
  • Beef Villa 1.4 mi
  • Thorntons 0.3 mi
  • Speedway 0.3 mi
  • Citgo 0.6 mi
  • Shell 0.8 mi
  • Butera Market 1.3 mi
  • Casey's General Store 1.3 mi
  • Panton Mill Park 0.7 mi
  • Robert Sperry Park 0.7 mi
  • SEBA Park 0.9 mi
  • SEBA Park 0.9 mi
  • Ann Street Park 1.0 mi
  • Elgin Sports Complex 1.0 mi
  • Dunkin' 1.3 mi
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06History

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

May 21, 2026
Listed for saleThis listing
Coldwell Banker Realty
$279,900
Sourced from MRED. Older events appear here as our history backfill completes.
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Listed by Coldwell Banker Realty · Tracey Larsen · 847-533-8708
MLS data provided through MLS GRID · MRED MLS · MLS# MRD12538823
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