- 3
- beds
- 1
- baths
- 1,200
- sqft
- 1959
- year built
- Status:
- Active
- MLS #:
- 12763820
- County:
- Cook
- Listed By:
- Marsha Wallace - Fox Valley Real Estate
- Office Phone:
- (630) 715-7389
- Agent Email:
- marshawallace@fv302.com
Sponsoring Broker: Diane Glass, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Wow!! Take a look at this freshly renovated ranch home conveniently located near Parks and schools. This darling home offers the perfect blend of modern updates and comfortable one-level living. Updated flooring, paint, lighting fixtures, and a stylishly remodeled kitchen with contemporary cabintery, countertops, and new appliances. All new laundry room and appliances. The renovated bathroom provides a fresh, modern touch. Just off of the dining room is a spacious 3-season sunroom with pot bellied stove, overlooking the deck and backyard, with lots of room for entertaining, gardening or just relaxing. The roof was replaced in 2024, water heater in 2021,and furnace and a/c in 2021. This updated ranch is ready for you to move in and make it your own! We are ready to negotiate! Seller willing to cover some closing costs.
Highlights
- Residential
- Single Family Residence
- Built in 1959
- 1 Car Garage
- 58 days on Market
-
- Bedrooms
- 3
-
- Bathrooms
- 1
-
- Year Built
- 1959
-
- Architectural Style
- Ranch
-
- Construction Materials
- Frame, Vinyl Siding
-
- Foundation
- Concrete Perimeter
-
- Garage Spaces
- 1.0
-
- Parking Features
- Attached, Asphalt, Garage
-
- Living Area
- 1200.0
-
- Appliances
- Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Range, Disposal
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- Flooring
- Laminate
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- Patio And Porch
- Deck
-
- Cooling
- Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
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- Basement
- Crawl Space, Sump Pump
-
- Water
- Public
-
- Area
- Elgin
-
- County
- Cook
-
- City
- Elgin
-
- Zip Code
- 60120
-
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Price History
| 10/21/2026 | Price Changed | $315,900 |
| Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) #12763820 | ||
| 09/18/2026 | Listed | $324,900 |
| Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) #12763820 | ||
| 08/21/2026 | Off Market | — |
| Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) #12739423 | ||
| 07/29/2026 | Off Market | — |
| Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) #12716867 | ||
| 09/15/2025 | Sold | $210,000 |
| Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) #12432646 | ||
| 08/01/2025 | Listed | $229,000 |
| Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) #12432646 | ||
Source: MLS Data
Deed History
| 10/17/1994 | Quit Claim Deed (non-arm's length) | $40,000 |
Source: Public records via Constellation Data Labs
Mortgage History
| 07/02/2002 | Unknown | $15,000 |
Source: Public records via Constellation Data Labs
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557 Willard Ave was listed on September 18, 2026, which means it's been on the market for 58 days.
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This home was built in 1959, making it approximately 67 years old.
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Last Updated: November 15, 2026 at 12:37AM | Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) | MLS#: 12763820
