280 N Commonwealth Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
OFF MARKET

280 N Commonwealth Ave
Elgin, IL 60123

Grant Park
  • 4 Beds
  • 2,018 sqft

$342,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 27, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,395/mo*
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$342,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 27, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,395/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
2,018 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Preschool Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

GENUINELY WELL MAINTAINED 2-unit in friendly neighborhood! Attractive kitchens & baths + newer carpeting. Wonderful enclosed rear porches on both levels! Newer architectural roof w/tear-off & recently painted exterior. Newer central air units too! New front & back entry doors on both levels! Both units each have their own washer & dryer. Rents are low for good tenants.
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.

Home Highlights

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

Home Details for 280 N Commonwealth Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 9
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3
Appliances & Utilities
DryerRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Multi FamilyArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9583 sqft

Price History for 280 N Commonwealth Ave

DatePriceEventSource
06/21/2013$127,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08322313
05/03/2013$139,900PendingAgent Provided
04/22/2013$139,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/19/2012$149,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
07/03/2012$149,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/29/2011$159,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/19/2011$169,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided

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$6,417
Assessment$240,543
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 280 N Commonwealth Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
226 Mountain St, Elgin, IL
0.61
Multi-Family Home
$150,000
10/20/25
4
2
1,559
96 S Crystal St, Elgin, IL
0.83
Multi-Family Home
$375,000
05/08/26
6
6
2,550
39 Leonard St, Elgin, IL
0.49
Multi-Family Home
$345,000
08/15/25
5
2
-
1630 Maple Ln, Elgin, IL
0.87
Multi-Family Home
$265,000
03/13/26
2
2
1,708
330 W Highland Ave, Elgin, IL
0.58
Multi-Family Home
$435,000
12/03/25
4
3
-
624 South St, Elgin, IL
0.62
Multi-Family Home
$390,000
12/31/25
4
2
-
337 Ryerson Ave, Elgin, IL
1.28
Multi-Family Home
$270,000
02/06/26
3
2
1,738
518 South St, Elgin, IL
0.62
Multi-Family Home
$455,000
01/20/26
5
3
-
532 South St, Elgin, IL
0.61
Multi-Family Home
$660,000
04/14/26
8
4
-
572 Walnut Ave, Elgin, IL
0.87
Multi-Family Home
$327,500
07/18/25
3
3
-

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Assigned Schools

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Neighborhood Overview

Grant Park
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What Locals Say about Grant Park

At least 32 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 85 % Say parking is easy

  • 85 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 85 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 80 % Say car is needed

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 69 % Say kids play outside

  • 62 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 60 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 55 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 54 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 51 % Say it's quiet

  • 48 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 42 % Say there's wildlife

  • 30 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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    "I've lived here forever and this place has awesome people so yeah I would have to say this place is pretty unique no other place quite just like it."
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280 N Commonwealth Ave, Elgin, IL 60123 is a 4 bedroom, 2,018 sqft multi-family built in 1900. 280 N Commonwealth Ave is located in Grant Park, Elgin. This property is not currently available for sale. 280 N Commonwealth Ave was last sold on Jun 21, 2013 for $127,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 280 N Commonwealth Ave is $342,200.