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$289,000

For Sale - Active
118 Wilcox Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,512 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1920
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 14 hours ago
Updated: Oct 02, 2025 at 10:10AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$335
Cap Rate
4.3%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-6.0%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.76
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-1.9%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1920
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Welcome to this inviting 2-story home in Elgin offering comfort, space, and endless potential! Step inside to a spacious family room filled with natural light, seamlessly flowing into a formal dining area-both featuring rich dark brown hardwood floors that add warmth and character. The kitchen is conveniently located just off the dining room, creating a functional layout for everyday living and entertaining. The main level also includes two comfortable bedrooms and a full bathroom, making single-level living possible if desired. Upstairs, you'll find a generous master suite with its own private half bathroom. With its expansive layout, this upper level could easily be converted into two bedrooms, an office, or a private retreat. A full unfinished basement offers excellent storage or future living space potential. Outside, enjoy a large back patio perfect for summer barbecues, a sprawling backyard for recreation or gardening, and a 2-car garage plus a wide driveway providing ample parking. Don't miss this opportunity to own a well-laid-out home with room to grow in a convenient Elgin location!

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Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Detached Garage
  • Details: On Site, Detached, Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Spaces Total: 2

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 3

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 1
  • # of Baths (Partial): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 2.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 6
  • # of Stories: 5
  • Attic: Yes
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Unfinished, Full

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Single Family Residential

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 0614356008
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Year Built: 1920

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $5,814

Utilities

  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: None

Location

  • County: Kane

Listing Details


Listed by:
Michael Scanlon
eXp Realty
(773) 630-9205

Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS#: 12414460
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$335
Cap Rate
4.3%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-6.0%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.76
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-1.9%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$289,000
Amount financed:
-$231,200
Down payment:
$57,800
Closing costs:
$8,670
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$66,470
Square feet:
1,512
Cost per square foot:
$191
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.46

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$231,200
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
5.875%
Principal & interest:
$1,368
Property tax:
$485
Insurance:
$154
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$2,007

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$2,200 $26,400
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$132 -$1,584
Operating income:
$2,068 $24,816

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (22%)
22%-$485-$5,814
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$154-$1,848
Property management: (8%)
8%-$176-$2,112
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$110-$1,320
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$110-$1,320
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (47%)
47%-$1,035-$12,414

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,033 $12,396
Mortgage payments:
-$1,368 -$16,416
Cash flow:
-$335 -$4,020