$586,700
- 6 Beds
- 4.5 Baths
- 3,850 sqft (on 0.33 acres)
2285 Tara Dr, Elgin, IL 60123
Est. Refi. Payment $4,274/mo*
Refinance Your HomeCurrently Off Market - Sold Mar 28, 2024 for $486,000
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$587KSince last month
Decreased$9K (-1.4%)Since last year
Increased$62K (+11.9%)Since last sale
Increased$100K (+20.6%)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 +107% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| September 2026 | $586K |
| August 2026 | $595K |
| July 2026 | $596K |
| June 2026 | $597K |
| May 2026 | $598K |
| April 2026 | $594K |
| March 2026 | $590K |
| February 2026 | $576K |
| January 2026 | $566K |
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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 |
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0.17 | Single-Family Home | $542,222 | 08/21/26 | 4 | 4.5 | 2,470 | |
0.24 | Single-Family Home | $585,000 | 06/25/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 3,755 | |
0.22 | Single-Family Home | $400,000 | 10/10/25 | 4 | 3.5 | 2,823 | |
0.39 | Single-Family Home | $560,000 | 02/13/26 | 4 | 3.5 | 3,279 | |
0.27 | Single-Family Home | $420,000 | 04/23/26 | 5 | 3 | 2,936 | |
0.32 | Single-Family Home | $415,000 | 11/07/25 | 4 | 3.5 | 1,932 | |
0.49 | Single-Family Home | $502,000 | 07/17/26 | 5 | 3 | 2,780 | |
0.45 | Single-Family Home | $480,000 | 04/09/26 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,740 | |
0.27 | Single-Family Home | $510,000 | 09/14/26 | 4 | 3 | 2,568 | |
0.17 | Single-Family Home | $410,000 | 08/24/26 | 3 | 1.5 | 2,020 |
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 |
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0.02 | $411,600 | 4 | 2.5 | 1,990 | Off Market | |
0.02 | $422,500 | 3 | 3 | 2,187 | Off Market | |
0.10 | $445,000 | 4 | 3 | 2,148 | Off Market | |
0.11 | $444,000 | 4 | 3 | 2,072 | Off Market | |
0.12 | $558,600 | 4 | 3.5 | 3,163 | Off Market | |
0.15 | $561,900 | 4 | 3 | 2,500 | Off Market | |
0.19 | $371,100 | 3 | 2 | - | Off Market | |
0.19 | $284,800 | 2 | 1 | 1,100 | Off Market | |
0.18 | $394,900 | 4 | 2.5 | 2,152 | Off Market | |
0.17 | $410,000 | 3 | 1.5 | 2,020 | Recently Sold | |
0.20 | $310,100 | 3 | 2 | 1,296 | Off Market |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Single-Family Home
Built in 1970
0.33 acre lot
3,850 sqft
$152/sqft
2 Car Garage
About this House
What's unique:Rec roomsExterior paintedNew changeable-panel fridgeDecorative built-in shelvingNew pendant lightingChic new chandelier
**Looking for a Spacious, Updated home with a Peaceful View? This 5-6BR/4.1Bath home Backing to Preserve is Perfect for you!** Completely restyled inside & out---You'll love the Modern Eclectic vibe & Artist-owner's flair! ~Inviting New front Door leads to the Exquisite Foyer with Stunning Spiral Staircase & Chic New Chandelier ~Modern White Kitchen is Loaded with great features! ~Newer cabinets with custom Crown molding, built-in Plate rack, Subway tile backsplash, Granite countertops & Accent lighting ~Built-in Stainless Thermador Double-wall ovens & microwave, Gas stove with Hood & Pot Filler! ~New SS Dishwasher & New changeable-panel Fridge ~Giant breakfast bar Peninsula with New Pendant lighting ~Pantry, Window over sink & Sliding Door out to Fully-Fenced Backyard! ~Bright Living Room with picture window showcases Newer Harwood Flooring ~Hardwood continues through the Kitchen and the Family room with cozy brick-hearth Fireplace, decorative built-in shelving, recessed lighting & triple slider with view of backyard & Preserve! ~Expansive Dining Room is perfect for Parties or Playtime--tall triple-boxed Bay window lets in lots of natural light ~Full 1st floor Mud Room+Laundry Room provides tons of storage, a folding counter & utility sink ~Partially-finished Basement with Wood laminate & slate flooring, BR6/Office/Exercise Room, Full Bath, Rec Rooms & more Storage ~Five Spacious 2nd floor BRs, 1 with custom white built-ins, 4 with walk-in Closets! ~4.1 Pristine Bathrooms--MBR has access to Two! Keep or use exclusively for other BR with Ensuite Bath ~REMOVED All wallpaper & wall texture 2021-2022 ~Entire Exterior Painted 2023 ~Newer Roof & Gutters 2018 ~New Privacy Fence 2023 ~This Beautiful Home Backs to Hawthorne Hills Forest Preserve & Nature Center with miles of Trails, Ponds & Programs and is just a few miles to Elgin Community College & Big Timber Metra Train Station---Nothing to do but Move In & Enjoy!!
2285 Tara Dr, Elgin, IL 60123 is a 6 bedroom, 5 bathroom, 3,850 sqft single-family home in North Country Knolls, built in 1970. It last sold for $486,000 on Mar 28, 2024 (2% below the $498,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $586,700, with a rent estimate of $3,319/month.
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Marla Kubik, ABR,PSA, (630) 347-4460
RE/MAX All Pro
Jill Rudman, CNC,TRC, (630) 341-8252
Executive Realty Group LLC
Bought with: Esther Zamudio, GRI,SRES, (847) 508-7500, Zamudio Realty Group
Co-Buyer's Agent: Saul Martinez, (224) 578-1900, Zamudio Realty Group
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11977612

Home Details for 2285 Tara Dr
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Interior Details Basement: Partially Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 13Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bonus Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Game Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Recreation Rm |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms (full): 4Number of Bathrooms (half): 1 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 3850 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Gas CooktopDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Main Level,SinkMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Natural Gas,Forced Air,Sep Heating Systems - 2+,ZonedHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Family RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa |
Gas & Electric Electric: Circuit Breakers |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: ScreensFlooring: Hardwood |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood |
View No View |
Security Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s) |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: PatioFencing: FencedOther Structures: Shed(s)Foundation: Concrete Perimeter |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Concrete,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage |
Frontage Not on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Public Sewer |
Finished Area Finished Area (below surface): 1344 Square Feet |
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Year Built Year Built: 1970Year Renovated: 2016 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Colonial |
Building Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels |
Property Information Parcel Number: 0616179003 |
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Price List Price: $498,000 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Fri Feb 16 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow |
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MLS Status: Closed |
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Direction & Address City: ElginCommunity: Country Knolls |
School Information Elementary School: Hillcrest Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 46Jr High / Middle School: Kimball Middle SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 46High School: Larkin High SchoolHigh School District: 46 |
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Buyer Agent Buyer Company Name: THE ESTHER ZAMUDIO TEAM |
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Building Area Building Area: 5775 Square Feet |
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Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved |
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HOA Fee Includes: None |
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Lot Area: 0.33 acres |
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Special Conditions: None |
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Listing Terms: Conventional |
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Business Information Ownership: Fee Simple |
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BasementMls Number: 11977612 |
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CurbsSidewalksStreet PavedSource Internet Entire Listing DisplaySource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: Yes |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Mar 28, 2024 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11977612 | Sold | $486,000 |
Feb 17, 2024 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11977612 | Contingent | $498,000 |
Feb 9, 2024 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11977612 | Listed For Sale | $498,000 |
Feb 9, 2024 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11968833 | ListingRemoved | |
Feb 2, 2024 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11968833 | Listed For Sale | $524,775 |
Jun 18, 2021 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11056479 | Sold | $450,000 |
May 15, 2021 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11056479 | Contingent | $450,000 |
May 13, 2021 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11056479 | PendingToActive | $450,000 |
May 11, 2021 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11056479 | Contingent | $450,000 |
May 8, 2021 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11056479 | Listed For Sale | $450,000 |
May 11, 2015 Source: N/A | Sold | $275,000 |
Mar 13, 2015 Source: Agent Provided | Pending | $299,900 |
Oct 22, 2014 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $299,900 Price decreased by 13% |
Aug 27, 2014 Source: Agent Provided | PriceChange | $342,900 Price decreased by 10% |
Aug 15, 2014 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $379,900 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $12,861 | $529,728 |
Home facts updated by county records
Market trends in Elgin
Last updated August 2026
Avg. sale price
$331K
$4.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.2%
Price per sq ft
$203
$4MoM
Available listings
264
13MoM
Around this home
What Locals Say about North Country Knolls
At least 29 Trulia users voted on each feature.
92 % Say it's dog friendly
90 % Say car is needed
90 % Say there are sidewalks
83 % Say it's quiet
79 % Say parking is easy
74 % Say yards are well-kept
69 % Say streets are well-lit
67 % Say there's holiday spirit
59 % Say kids play outside
59 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
56 % Say neighbors are friendly
54 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
51 % Say people would walk alone at night
49 % Say there's wildlife
35 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
23 % Say there are community events
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Frequently asked questions about 2285 Tara Dr
- What is 2285 Tara Dr estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 2285 Tara Dr in Elgin, IL is $586,700.
- What is the price history for 2285 Tara Dr?2285 Tara Dr in Elgin, IL last sold for $486,000 in March 2024.
- 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 2285 Tara Dr have air conditioning?Yes, 2285 Tara Dr in Elgin, IL has air conditioning.
- Does 2285 Tara Dr have laundry facilities?Yes, 2285 Tara Dr in Elgin, IL has in-unit laundry.