21 S Du Bois Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
OFF MARKET

21 S Du Bois Ave
Elgin, IL 60123

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,168 sqft

$278,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,489/mo*
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$278,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,489/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,168 sqft

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Please note that the advertised price excludes additional fees. These include a mandatory $55 application fee per applicant, a $7 monthly utility management fee, and optional fees for services like self-guided tours with a third-party provider Rently ($1.99 to $11.99), pet fees or pool cleaning, if applicable.

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3 bedroom, 2 bathroom rental home in Elgin, IL, may be just the home for you.

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This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from November 07, 2024
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Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 21 S Du Bois Ave

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1927
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Rental Terms, Policies & Fees

Lease Term: Contact For DetailsAvailable: now

Interior Features

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Price History for 21 S Du Bois Ave

DatePriceEventSource
11/07/2024$2,125ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
10/31/2024$2,125PriceChange
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10/24/2024$2,160PriceChange
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10/17/2024$2,190PriceChange
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10/11/2024$2,220PriceChange
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10/04/2024$2,255PriceChange
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09/13/2024$2,280PriceChange
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09/12/2024$2,315Listed For RentZillow Rentals
09/27/2023ListingRemovedZillow Rentals
09/25/2023$1,935PriceChange
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09/19/2023$1,945PriceChange
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09/14/2023$2,135PriceChange
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09/05/2023$2,145PriceChange
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08/25/2023$1,965PriceChange
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08/22/2023$2,175Listed For RentZillow Rentals
07/28/2017$1,575ListingRemovedAgent Provided
07/11/2017$1,575Listed For RentAgent Provided
04/23/2016$1,600ListingRemovedAgent Provided
01/30/2016$1,550Listed For RentAgent Provided
05/03/2014$1,550ListingRemovedAgent Provided
03/01/2014$1,550Listed For RentAgent Provided
01/28/2014$81,500Sold
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10/06/2005$220,000Sold
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Market trends in Elgin

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$313K
$11.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.6%
Price per sq ft
$206
$3MoM
Available listings
234
30MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$5,511
Assessment$206,595
Home facts updated by county records

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Estimated monthly rent$2,341/mo
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Comparable Sales for 21 S Du Bois Ave

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Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
30 S Commonwealth Ave, Elgin, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$250,000
05/04/26
3
2
1,088
23 S Worth Ave, Elgin, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$165,000
01/13/26
2
2
960
12 N Du Bois Ave, Elgin, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$300,000
03/10/26
3
2
1,047
44 N Du Bois Ave, Elgin, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$272,900
11/18/25
3
2
1,673
869 Shuler St, Elgin, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$226,000
05/13/26
3
3
1,253
821 Shuler St, Elgin, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$301,000
11/21/25
3
1.5
1,296
17 N Aldine Ave, Elgin, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$305,000
11/10/25
3
2
1,602
165 S Commonwealth Ave, Elgin, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$255,000
07/21/25
3
1.5
968
44 Monroe St, Elgin, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$285,000
04/03/26
3
1.5
1,720
1059 Larkin Ave, Elgin, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$259,000
04/29/26
2
2
1,000

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What Locals Say about Elgin

At least 938 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 87 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 87 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 82 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say parking is easy

  • 76 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 70 % Say kids play outside

  • 63 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 59 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 56 % Say it's quiet

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 52 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 51 % Say there's wildlife

  • 48 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 29 % Say there are community events

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    "We have a lot people walking with their door not matter what time , my neighbor is really peaceful , inkivebromoibe here for the last 30 years . If I have to choice other place in houses , I choose elgin again "
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    "It could be better, I see a lot of ice around, scary and makes us feel uncomfortable more restaurants and lounges needed"
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  • Charles B
    "Use the meta to get downtown. There is no public transportation here. Roads are busy sometimes so you need to be careful. "
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  • NK
    "We love it here. Such a family friendly area. Amazing place to raise kids and feel safe! We are very grateful to live here."
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  • Bridget Loose
    "Pace bus is great convenience for getting around town or next town over, I just think there needs to be something that notifies you if it’s being delayed or arriving early. "
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    "i usually walk to nearby stores,restaurants, and gas stations. otherwise i drive my car or take a uber for far locations"
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  • Erik
    "There aren’t really events but it’s just a friendly safe neighborhood to be in And has schools near by and local stores "
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  • Imaadus
    "Love my neighborhood, it’s clean and save where I live! Schools are good. Nice well maintained parks"
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  • Jeanette
    "I’ve lives in this neighborhood for about 3yrs and have had plenty of packages delivered with no issues and neighbors are pretty friendly around here. "
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  • Jess Jessica
    "There’s always something going on in downtown Elgin for every season/holiday/event. We have a Casino boat too for entertainment. "
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  • Jenjengu
    "I love Elgin! It is a friendly, diverse community with great shopping, parks, and recreation. I feel the schools offer students wonderful education opportunities. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Only one entrance into the subdivision. Safe and adjacent to the Elgin Country Club. Homes well kept with beautiful landscaping. Low annual HOA with a few restrictions designed to maintain price integrity. "
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  • Yvonne B.
    "Pretty safe, beautiful scenery, we have lots of entertainment. Elgin has plenty parks and great restaurants "
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  • Jfairone
    "Nice neighborhood for families and pets, very walkable with sidewalks. Near library and good schools"
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  • Reuben A.
    "Great Town to love in all close by for shopping food clothing etc., It’s is the city in the suburbs!"
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  • Jfairone
    "Well kept for homes and friendly people. Near by shopping, restaurants good hospitals. Everything you need is close by"
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  • Maya S.
    "Many families with children. Parents help Watch all kids. Right on bus line. Close to I-90. Grocery stores are nearby and lots of parks for kids to play at. "
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  • Jordan S.
    "Certain parts of Elgin are great then small parts not so much but I give it a 8 out of 10 for also the lack of transportation."
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  • Samcasey92600
    "Dogs are very common in Elgin, and you usually will see plenty of other dogs while you walk your own. It’s nice, good ways to start up conversations and meet your neighbors. "
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  • Chure2002
    "i have no neighbors , quite street, closed to 24 hr Walgreens closed to 24 hr jewel osco, closed to everthing "
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  • Jaclyn B.
    "Decent neighborhood, nice neighbors. Good location close to highways and major roads. Grocery stores within driving distance. Would recommend for starter home area."
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    "Decent neighborhood. Not walking distance to many things but driving distance is decent. Neighbors are nice and well kept grounds in my subdivision. Would recommend for family and friends. Close to expressways and major roadways. "
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  • Zzarate479
    "The 4th of July parade is so much fun,it last hours but is fun to watch the people that walk and do tricks and then the horses are even fun"
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  • Liz B.
    "People are always walking their dogs. The sidewalks are great and clean. People like this area for the historic district."
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  • Stephanie S.
    "it's nice there are different parts of town. mostly all nice areas. high school are not the best. I like the elementary schools "
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  • Nancytorres90
    "Kids are safe here.. my kids are always outside playing soccer with the kids in the neighborhood and i feel safe letting them be."
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  • Dulce R.
    "Large fancy neighborhood surrounds the area. The townhomes are nice and spacious. The neighbors keep to themselves but are great neighbors and watch for strange vehicles. "
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  • Joshua D. P.
    "Lots of people have dogs. There are several dog parks in the area. There are plenty of housing options that are pet friendly. "
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  • Daniel E.
    "i see neightbors walking their dogs. having family cook outs and other events. great ambients to have your children grow in."
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    "I’ve been here my whole entire life and I think the most unique part of Elgin is for the most part we get along! "
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  • Juanfyb 2.
    "They would like that it is a quiet neighborhood there’s not a lot of noise around and it’s a good place to walk around and clear your head"
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  • Co_wolf
    "I have a short commute to one of the 3 Metra stations in Elgin and take the train downtown every day."
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  • Austins03wrx
    "Good parts and bad parts but you will have to see the areas. Great small businesses and some great people"
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  • Mark W.
    "It's not too bad. Most people are pretty friendly and nice. Noise isn’t too bad and most people will help each other when they need it. "
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  • Maradona J.
    "I live in this neighborhood for over a month, very peaceful and pleasant. The street always clean, and welcome.."
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  • Cousinkimkimmie
    "sexual offenders in thier area and be aware of crime light up thier homes and lock doors dont let kids walk home.alone "
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  • Jessica G.
    "Nightmare on Chicago street every year for Halloween is a huge even held in downtown Elgin! There is also many events held throughout the year "
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    "Very nice people and quiet neighborhood. Shopping within walking distance as well as pace bus stop going into downtown Elgin"
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    "well we have things for the kids to do like play basketball and football the girls play volleyball and rope. and my sit around and just talk and play board games that's what we do in are community for are kids and young kid's."
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21 S Du Bois Ave, Elgin, IL 60123 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,168 sqft single-family home built in 1927. This property is not currently available for sale. 21 S Du Bois Ave was last sold on Jan 28, 2014 for $81,500 (3,735% higher than the asking price of $2,125). The current Trulia Estimate for 21 S Du Bois Ave is $278,900.