705 W Highland Ave, Elgin, IL, 60123
About This Home
A once in a lifetime opportunity to own this stunning 1894 Victorian mansion. Exquisite details not seen in homes built today are impressive. Some of the details include 6 fireplaces, multiple pocket doors, gorgeous woodwork, multiple porches and stained glass windows. It's been reported that the original owner had connections to Chicago World's Fair of 1893 and that some of the details in the home were reclaimed after the Fair closed. The variety of woodwork include birds-eye maple, flaming birch, sycamore, oak and walnut. A legal apartment on the third floor with 3 bedrooms provides income of $1,700/mo. Or reconvert back to a single family home. Located on almost .6 acre and also has a garage approx 1,400 sq ft built in 2004. This is an elegant historic home but also works for today's lifestyle!
Getting Around
Very Walkable
Some Transit
BikeableSchools
Construction
Condition
- Year built: 1894
Materials
- Foundation: Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
- Construction materials: Brick,Frame
Type & Style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Victorian
- Property subType: Single Family Residence
Interior
Appliances
- Appliances included: Double Oven,Microwave,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Cooktop
Basement
- Has basement: Yes
- Basement: Unfinished,Full,Walk-Out Access
Bedroom2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 294
- Dimensions: 21X14
Bedroom3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 168
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom5
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 160
- Dimensions: 16X10
Bedroom6
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedrooms & Bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 7
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Dining Room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 255
- Dimensions: 17X15
Family Room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 176
- Dimensions: 16X11
Features
- In-Law Floorplan,1st Floor Full Bath,Built-in Features,Walk-In Closet(s),Bookcases,Historic/Period Mlwk
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Number of fireplaces: 6
- Fireplace features: Living Room,Master Bedroom,Other,Den/Library
- Fireplace: Yes
Heating & Cooling
- Heating features: Natural Gas,Steam
- Cooling features: Wall Unit(s)
Interior Area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 5,625 sqft
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Pantry-Butler),Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156
- Dimensions: 13X12
Kitchen2Nd
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 120
- Dimensions: 12X10
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 16X12
Library
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 16X12
Living Room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 315
- Dimensions: 21X15
Master Bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 224
- Dimensions: 16X14
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144
- Dimensions: 12X12
Other
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 108
- Dimensions: 12X9
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Second
- Area: 192
- Dimensions: 16X12
Pantry
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 50
- Dimensions: 10X5
Recreation Room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 272
- Dimensions: 17X16
Sitting Room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210
- Dimensions: 15X14
Property
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Details
- Parcel number: 0614328033
- Special condition: None
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Roof Deck,Porch,Deck,Screened
Lot
- Lot size: 0.58 Acres
- Lot size dimensions: 138 X 183 X 136 X 190
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Concrete,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
- Has garage: Yes
- Attached garage spaces: 4
- Covered spaces: 4
Climate Risk is Financial Risk
Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.
Biggest Threats for This Home
- Cold Wave
- Tornado
- Inland Flooding
How This Home’s Risks Compare
FEMA Declared Disasters Across Illinois Counties
Understanding the Costs
Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.
Estimated Costs Today
| Monthly | Annual | |
|---|---|---|
| Mortgage | $2,527 | $30,324 |
| Home Insurance * | $223 | $2,676 |
| Property Taxes | $908 | $10,896 |
| Electricity | $432 | $5,191 |
| Total | $4,090 | $49,080 |
Income You'd Need if You Spent...
Illinois FAIR Plan Programs
How Costs Could Change Over Time
Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.
Comparing Against the Market
Price Per Sq Ft
vs Other Active Listings
Avg $/sqft
vs Homes Sold Last Month
Median $/sqft
Current Market Trends
Median Price Per Square Foot
The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.
Historicals for This Listing
Zestimate History ($/sqft)
Price History
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-30 | Listing removed | $499,900 |
| 2026-07-13 | Listed for sale | $499,900 |
| 2026-06-30 | Contingent | $499,900 |
| 2026-06-27 | Price change | $499,900 |
| 2026-06-19 | Price change | $583,900 |
| 2026-06-05 | Price change | $584,400 |
| 2026-05-21 | Price change | $584,900 |
| 2026-05-13 | Listed for sale | $585,000 |
| 2026-05-07 | Listing removed | $585,000 |
| 2026-04-29 | Price change | $585,000 |
| 2026-03-21 | Price change | $617,600 |
| 2026-03-07 | Price change | $617,700 |
| 2026-02-27 | Price change | $617,800 |
| 2026-02-12 | Listed for sale | $617,900 |
| 2026-02-12 | Listing removed | $648,700 |
| 2026-02-05 | Price change | $648,700 |
| 2025-12-28 | Price change | $649,700 |
| 2025-11-28 | Price change | $649,900 |
| 2025-11-06 | Price change | $649,999 |
| 2025-09-10 | Listed for sale | $680,000 |
| 2022-06-13 | Sold | $490,000 |
| 2022-03-22 | Price change | $619,500 |
| 2022-02-24 | Listed for sale | $675,000 |
| 1997-02-20 | Sold | $225,000 |
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