217 Gertrude St, Elgin, IL 60123
OFF MARKET

$313,800

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,500 sqft (on 0.28 acres)

217 Gertrude St, Elgin, IL 60123

Near West Elgin
Est. Refi. Payment $2,326/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 30, 2020 for $218,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$314K
Since last month
Decreased$10K (-3%)
Since last year
Increased$6K (+1.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$95K (+43.7%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +76% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$313K
August 2026$317K
July 2026$323K
June 2026$324K
May 2026$318K
April 2026$313K
March 2026$310K
February 2026$300K
January 2026$298K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.22
Single-Family Home
$200,000
08/17/26
3
1.5
1,640
0.24
Single-Family Home
$258,000
04/27/26
3
1.5
1,512
0.13
Single-Family Home
$215,000
04/06/26
3
1
1,600
0.10
Single-Family Home
$245,000
11/14/25
2
2
1,500
0.03
Single-Family Home
$210,000
06/05/26
4
2.5
1,534
0.15
Single-Family Home
$289,900
10/30/25
3
1
1,560
0.27
Single-Family Home
$301,000
11/21/25
3
1.5
1,296
0.39
Single-Family Home
$225,000
08/31/26
3
1.5
1,330
0.29
Single-Family Home
$279,900
12/01/25
4
1.5
1,776
0.20
Single-Family Home
$220,000
07/31/26
3
1
1,727

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.05
$296,100
3
2
1,420
Off Market
0.06
$370,800
4
2
1,802
Off Market
0.03
$210,000
4
2.5
1,534
Recently Sold
0.03
$182,100
1
1
514
Off Market
0.10
$292,800
2
1.5
1,062
Off Market
0.10
$416,800
6
3
-
Off Market
0.11
$348,800
3
3
-
Off Market
0.09
$221,600
2
2
1,032
Off Market
0.10
$257,700
2
2
1,500
Off Market
0.11
$306,500
3
2
1,440
Off Market
0.13
$215,000
3
1
1,600
Recently Sold
0.14
$335,000
4
2
-
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Preschool Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1913
0.28 acre lot
1,500 sqft
$209/sqft
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 217 Gertrude St, Elgin, IL. 217 Gertrude St is in the Near West Elgin neighborhood in Elgin, IL and in ZIP code 60123. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,500 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 0.28 acres and was built in 1913.
217 Gertrude St, Elgin, IL 60123 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,500 sqft single-family home in Near West Elgin, built in 1913. It last sold for $218,000 on Nov 30, 2020. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $313,800, with a rent estimate of $2,695/month.

Home Details for 217 Gertrude St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details
Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Tile, Hardwood, Laminate

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt, OtherDeckExterior: Vinyl
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1913
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Cape Cod

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.28 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 30, 2020
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10887068
Sold
$218,000
Oct 5, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$217,900
Sep 30, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$217,900
Oct 15, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$199,500
Jul 25, 2015
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$199,500
Price decreased by 2%

Market trends in Elgin

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$331K
$4.67K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.2%
Price per sq ft
$203
$4
MoM
Available listings
264
13
MoM

Around this home

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Neighborhood Overview

Neighborhood stats provided by third party data sources.

What Locals Say about Near West Elgin

At least 26 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 96 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 86 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 78 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 78 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 78 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say car is needed

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say kids play outside

  • 66 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 54 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 54 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 44 % Say there's wildlife

  • 42 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 33 % Say there are community events

  • 33 % Say it's quiet

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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."
  • Rebecca P.
    "Some of the streets are high traffic areas. Several families in the neighborhood. Near an elementary and middle school. Thereโ€™s a nearby park and a playground at the school. "
  • Latonya J.
    "I dont really care for animals at all. And I wish that they would clean and pick up at their dogs and keep it clean "
  • Latonya J.
    "Ppl cleaning up after their dogs and be a lil more friendly. Pls and thank you and everybody would not dirty up the area and keep clean "
  • Yvonne B.
    "The traffic and new street designs are crazy. McLean and rt20 is a death trap! The center media on McLean and Lillian one way is difficult to reach stores"
  • Rebecca P.
    "Iโ€™ve lived in this neighborhood for three years and Iโ€™m quite comfortable with my neighbors. Despite living just around the corner from the fire department itโ€™s reasonably quiet. Itโ€™s within walking distance to downtown restaurants, the park, rec center and community theater. "
  • 208 W.
    "Lots of family owned businesses. Great neighbors! Close to public and private schools. Close to many forms of transportation (highways, train station, bike path, bus stops)."

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Frequently asked questions about 217 Gertrude St

  • What is 217 Gertrude St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 217 Gertrude St in Elgin, IL is $313,800.
  • What is the price history for 217 Gertrude St?
    217 Gertrude St in Elgin, IL last sold for $218,000 in November 2020.
  • Is Elgin a buyer's or seller's market?
    Elgin is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Elgin?
    The median sale price in Elgin is $331K. That is down $4.67K from the prior month.
  • Does 217 Gertrude St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 217 Gertrude St in Elgin, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 217 Gertrude St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 217 Gertrude St in Elgin, IL has in-unit laundry.

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