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$349,900

For Sale - Active
137 N Channing St, Elgin, IL 60120
4 Beds
1 Bath
1,906 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1906
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 1 day ago
Updated: Jun 20, 2025 at 03:23AM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$333
Cap Rate
5.1%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-5.0%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.82
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-0.8%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1906
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

Truly historic American 4-square beauty in the heart of Elgin with updated full bathroom, roof, electrical and plumbing. Enjoy spectacular sunsets from your west facing front porch with bead board ceiling and plenty of room for everyone! The entry parlor boasts gorgeous hardwood floors that flow throughout the main floor, crown molding and beautiful wood staircase. The sun-filled living room has a big bay window, crown molding and a wood cased opening to the dining room with built-in cabinet and crown molding. The updated kitchen has shaker style natural cherry cabinets, quartz c-tops, SS appliances and a built-in pantry cabinet. There is a convenient mudroom at the back entry. Large primary bedroom with bayed window. Three generous size secondary bedrooms. Updated full hall bath with white vanity and shower/tub. The full unfinished basement and walk-up attic have unlimited possibilities for use! The house with it's fully fenced backyard and one car detached garage sits adjacent to open space and a neighborhood garden. Conveniently located close to downtown Elgin, Rte. 90, Metra, Pace and the Fox River! Come and claim a piece of history for yourself!

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Detached, Garage, Garage On-Site
  • Details: On Site, Detached, Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Spaces Total: 1

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 4

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 1
  • # of Baths (Total): 1.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 8
  • # of Stories: 2
  • Attic: Yes
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Unfinished, Full

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Block
  • Roof Material: Asphalt

Land Information

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

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 0613252002
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: American 4-Sq.
  • Year Built: 1906

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $5,258

Utilities

  • Water & Sewer: Public
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Cooling: Wall Unit(s)

Location

  • County: Kane

Listing Details


Listed by:
Alex Rullo
RE/MAX All Pro - St Charles
(630) 330-7570

Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS#: 12350934
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$333
Cap Rate
5.1%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-5.0%
Debt Coverage Ratio
0.82
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-0.8%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$349,900
Amount financed:
-$279,920
Down payment:
$69,980
Closing costs:
$10,497
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$80,477
Square feet:
1,906
Cost per square foot:
$184
Monthly rent per square foot:
$1.47

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$279,920
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.810%
Principal & interest:
$1,827
Property tax:
$438
Insurance:
$196
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$2,461

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$2,800 $33,600
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$168 -$2,016
Operating income:
$2,632 $31,584

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (16%)
16%-$438-$5,258
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$196-$2,352
Property management: (8%)
8%-$224-$2,688
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$140-$1,680
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$140-$1,680
HOA fees: (n/a)
n/an/an/a
Total operating expenses: (41%)
41%-$1,138-$13,658

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
$1,494 $17,928
Mortgage payments:
-$1,827 -$21,924
Cash flow:
$333 $3,996