$300,000

beds

bath

1,256

square ft

474 Sunset Drive

Elgin, Illinois 60123

Contingent / MLS #12705140 / Single Family / Elgin

Listing information updated 8/18/2026 at 10:23am

Meticulously maintained by the same owner for decades, this charming Cape Cod is ready for its next owner. Located in desirable Sunset Park this property is full of character and offers 3 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and plenty space both inside and out. The main level features a welcoming living room with plantation shutters, a separate formal dining room with plantation shutters, and an updated kitchen with stainless steel appliances and peninsula for additional counter space. A cozy family room just off the kitchen with wood burning stove provides the perfect spot to relax. The first floor bedroom and full bath add convenience and flexibility. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms include one with a walk-in closet. The partially finished basement expands the living space with a recreation room with a brick fire place and built in dry bar, bonus room, huge laundry room, and adjacent utility room with abundant storage. Outside, enjoy a large deck overlooking the expansive fenced backyard, beautiful gardens, and lush landscaping, complemented by stunning front hydrangeas. An attached 1.5-car garage and a new roof in 2024 complete the property. Ideally located in a quiet, tree lined neighborhood near downtown Elgin, Fox River Trail & Lords Park Zoo while being minutes to shopping and dining. This is the perfect place to start your next chapter.

Full Features

Exterior Type:

Aluminum Siding

Basement:

Partially Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

71-80 Years

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,256

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Internal Features:

Vaulted Ceiling(s), Dry Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

15x13 - Main

Dining Room:

11x9 - Main

Kitchen:

14x9 - Main

Family Room:

9x13 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

14x13 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

15x9 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

10x13 - Main

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Recreation Room:

25x11 - Basement Level

Bonus Room:

12x15 - Basement Level

Utility Room-Lower Level:

16x9 - Basement Level

Laundry:

13x8 - Basement Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$4,607

Tax Year:

2024

Location

Zip Code:

60123

City:

Elgin

County:

Kane

Schools

School District(s):

Elementary School:

Harriet Gifford Elementary Schoo

Middle School:

Abbott Middle School

High School:

Larkin High School

Exterior Type:

Aluminum Siding

Basement:

Partially Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

71-80 Years

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,256

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Internal Features:

Vaulted Ceiling(s), Dry Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Living Room:

15x13 - Main

Dining Room:

11x9 - Main

Kitchen:

14x9 - Main

Family Room:

9x13 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

14x13 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

15x9 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

10x13 - Main

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Recreation Room:

25x11 - Basement Level

Bonus Room:

12x15 - Basement Level

Utility Room-Lower Level:

16x9 - Basement Level

Laundry:

13x8 - Basement Level

Tax Amount:

$4,607

Tax Year:

2024

Zip Code:

60123

City:

Elgin

County:

Kane

School District(s):

Elementary School:

Harriet Gifford Elementary Schoo

Middle School:

Abbott Middle School

High School:

Larkin High School

Listing Office: Redfin Corporation

Listing Office Phone: 224.699.5002

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