257 Perry St, Elgin, IL 60123
OFF MARKET

257 Perry St
Elgin, IL 60123

Near West Elgin
  • 2 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,198 sqft

$238,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 17, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,706/mo*
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$238,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 17, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,706/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,198 sqft

Local Information

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Description

This single-family home is located at 257 Perry St, Elgin, IL. 257 Perry St is in the Near West Elgin neighborhood in Elgin, IL and in ZIP code 60123. This property has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,198 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 4922 sqft and was built in 1880.
257 Perry St, Elgin, IL 60123 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,198 sqft single-family home in Near West Elgin, built in 1880. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $238,600, with a rent estimate of $1,927/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
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Outdoor
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A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 257 Perry St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherRefrigerator

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Vinyl

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1880
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 4922 sqft

Market trends in Elgin

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$323K
$10.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$209
$3MoM
Available listings
263
29MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$4,818
Assessment$180,612
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 257 Perry St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
261 Perry St, Elgin, IL
0.01
Single-Family Home
$205,000
01/09/26
2
1
904
210 Orchard St, Elgin, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$245,000
11/14/25
2
2
1,500
333 Elm St, Elgin, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$249,900
11/21/25
3
1
1,140
371 Elm St, Elgin, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$250,000
08/14/25
3
2
1,525
455 Walnut Ave, Elgin, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$145,000
03/03/26
3
1
1,671
603 Orange St, Elgin, IL
0.41
Single-Family Home
$240,000
11/26/25
2
1
1,179
110 Jewett St, Elgin, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$238,000
02/04/26
2
1
863
552 Orange St, Elgin, IL
0.35
Single-Family Home
$215,000
08/29/25
2
1
1,131
402 Orange St, Elgin, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$259,700
12/22/25
3
2
1,554
756 Walnut Ave, Elgin, IL
0.44
Single-Family Home
$245,000
04/02/26
2
1
1,400

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Near West Elgin
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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."
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  • Rebecca P.
    "Some of the streets are high traffic areas. Several families in the neighborhood. Near an elementary and middle school. There’s a nearby park and a playground at the school. "
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  • 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 "
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  • 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 "
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  • 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"
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  • Rebecca P.
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for three years and I’m quite comfortable with my neighbors. Despite living just around the corner from the fire department it’s reasonably quiet. It’s within walking distance to downtown restaurants, the park, rec center and community theater. "
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  • 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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