570 Addison Street — Elgin, IL 60120
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Elgin, IL 60120

570 Addison Street

$237,900
1 bed · 1 bath · 900 sqft
Listed at $237,900 7 days on market $3,652/yr taxes
01About this home

Why settle for shared walls when you can enjoy the charm, privacy, and character of your own historic cottage? Welcome to this beautifully maintained 1885 John Blank cottage situated on a rare double lot in Elgin, surrounded by mature landscaping and inviting outdoor spaces. Blending timeless character with thoughtful updates, this unique home offers a warm and comfortable atmosphere both inside and out. The interior features a bright open living and dining area, a kitchen with table space, a spacious bedroom, full bath, and a relaxing three-season porch perfect for enjoying morning coffee or evening sunsets. Large windows throughout the home bring in abundant natural light and showcase the home's historic charm. Recent updates include new carpet (2026), new bathroom flooring (2026), tankless water heater (2025), roof and gutters (2017), central air (2017), custom wood blinds (2018), basement windows (2018), front porch and stairs (2017), and updated interior doors featuring crystal knobs. The exterior showcases beautiful three-color historical paint and trim completed in 2016. The unfinished attic offers potential for future expansion or additional finished living space. Full basement includes washer and dryer area for added convenience. Enjoy outdoor entertaining, gardening, or simply relaxing in the beautifully landscaped yard. Conveniently located near Lords Park, just minutes to I-90, Route 20, shopping, dining, and Metra access. A rare opportunity to own a piece of history with the comfort and independence of a single-family home.

02Inside the home
03By the numbers
$237,900
List price
900
Square feet
1
Bedrooms
1 full
Bathrooms
1885
Year built
0.25 ac
Lot size
1
Garage spaces
$3,652
Annual taxes
Detached Single
Style
7
Days on market
04Open houses
Saturday
May 30
4pm–6pm
05Features
Heating
Natural GasForced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Appliances
RangeMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasherDryerDisposal
Parking
AsphaltGarage OwnedDetachedGarage
Construction
BrickFrame
Equipment
TV-CableCO DetectorsCeiling Fan(s)
Sewer
Public Sewer
06Neighborhood
This home EElementary schoolMMiddle schoolHHigh school
E Elementary school
Sheridan Elementary School
Elgin, IL
📍114 mi🚗297 min
M Middle school
Larsen Middle School
Elgin, IL
📍0.6 mi🚗1 min🚶13 min
H High school
Elgin High School
Elgin, IL
📍1.5 mi🚗4 min🚶36 min
  • El Paraiso 0.5 mi
  • McDonald's 0.5 mi
  • KFC 0.5 mi
  • Taylor Street Pizza 0.6 mi
  • Chinese Wok Restaurant 0.6 mi
  • Pizza Hut 0.6 mi
  • Aldi 0.4 mi
  • Marathon 0.5 mi
  • BP Shop 0.5 mi
  • Elgin Fresh Market 0.6 mi
  • Citgo 0.6 mi
  • La Roca 0.6 mi
  • Elgin Academy Athletic Fields 850 ft
  • Clara Howard Park 0.4 mi
  • Lords Park 0.4 mi
  • Elgin National Little League 0.4 mi
  • Channing Park 0.5 mi
  • Newsome Park 0.6 mi
  • Dunkin' 0.6 mi
  • Blue Box Cafe 0.8 mi
  • Viator Coffee Co. 0.9 mi
  • Churros Y Chocolate 0.9 mi
  • Dunkin' 1.0 mi
  • Dunkin' 1.2 mi
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07History

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

May 24, 2026
Listed for saleThis listing
RE/MAX Excels
$237,900
Sourced from MRED. Older events appear here as our history backfill completes.
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Listed by RE/MAX Excels · Gianni Nieto · 630-485-1275
MLS data provided through MLS GRID · MRED MLS · MLS# MRD12657082
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