287 N Commonwealth Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
OFF MARKET

$349,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,874 sqft

287 N Commonwealth Ave, Elgin, IL 60123

Grant Park
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Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 2, 2004 for $198,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$349K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-0.5%)
Since last year
Increased$21K (+6.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$151K (+75.9%)
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 +86% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$349K
August 2026$349K
July 2026$351K
June 2026$352K
May 2026$347K
April 2026$338K
March 2026$337K
February 2026$329K
January 2026$329K
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
315 N Commonwealth Ave, Elgin, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$355,000
10/16/25
3
2
1,820
229 Vincent Pl, Elgin, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$381,500
11/20/25
3
1.5
2,186
1015 Lawrence Ave, Elgin, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$215,000
12/01/25
4
2
1,300
454 N Commonwealth Ave, Elgin, IL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$280,500
08/07/26
3
2
2,040
871 High St, Elgin, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$339,900
09/08/25
4
2
1,464
44 Monroe St, Elgin, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$285,000
04/03/26
3
1.5
1,720
1017 W Highland Ave, Elgin, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$315,000
04/08/26
4
1.5
1,988
726 W Highland Ave, Elgin, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$285,000
08/06/26
3
1.5
2,072
44 N Du Bois Ave, Elgin, IL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$272,900
11/18/25
3
2
1,673
431 N Crystal Ave, Elgin, IL
0.37
Single-Family Home
$242,000
02/20/26
3
1
1,399

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
278 Vincent Pl, Elgin, IL 60123
0.03
$392,100
3
2.5
2,427
Off Market
287 Vincent Pl, Elgin, IL 60123
0.07
$622,700
5
4
3,488
Off Market
315 N Commonwealth Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
0.05
$382,200
3
2
1,820
Off Market
245 N Worth Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
0.07
$539,300
4
3.5
2,521
Off Market
282 Hamilton Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
0.09
$360,700
3
1.5
1,394
Off Market
286 Hamilton Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
0.09
$315,000
3
1.5
1,313
Recently Sold
317 Vincent Pl, Elgin, IL 60123
0.08
$499,000
3
3.5
2,808
Recently Sold
325 N Commonwealth Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
0.07
$346,100
3
2
1,769
Off Market
229 Vincent Pl, Elgin, IL 60123
0.11
$381,500
3
1.5
2,186
Recently Sold
254 N Worth Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
0.11
$275,300
2
1
1,100
Off Market
871 High St, Elgin, IL 60123
0.11
$358,100
4
2
1,464
Off Market
316 N Worth Ave, Elgin, IL 60123
0.11
$295,200
3
1.5
2,514
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Preschool Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1907
1,874 sqft
$186/sqft
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 287 N Commonwealth Ave, Elgin, IL. 287 N Commonwealth Ave is in the Grant Park neighborhood in Elgin, IL and in ZIP code 60123. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,874 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 7927 sqft and was built in 1907.
287 N Commonwealth Ave, Elgin, IL 60123 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,874 sqft single-family home in Grant Park, built in 1907. It last sold for $198,500 on Sep 2, 2004. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $349,200, with a rent estimate of $2,502/month.

Home Details for 287 N Commonwealth Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Dining Room, Family Room, Recreation Room, Sun RoomCeiling Fan
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3Floors: Carpet, Hardwood
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Double Paned Windows

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: WoodLawnPatioPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1907
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7927 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 2, 2004
Source: N/A
Sold
$198,500

Market trends in Elgin

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$337K
$15KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.1%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$207
$2MoM
Available listings
251
12MoM

Around this home

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

  • 47 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 42 % Say there's wildlife

  • 30 % Say there are community events

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    "Well to begin with my neighborhood is are really noisy , you can’t walk around at night there is a lot of gangs and shooting . "
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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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Frequently asked questions about 287 N Commonwealth Ave

  • What is 287 N Commonwealth Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 287 N Commonwealth Ave in Elgin, IL is $349,200.
  • What is the price history for 287 N Commonwealth Ave?
    287 N Commonwealth Ave in Elgin, IL last sold for $198,500 in September 2004.
  • 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 $337K. That is up $15K from the prior month.
  • Does 287 N Commonwealth Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 287 N Commonwealth Ave in Elgin, IL has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 287 N Commonwealth Ave?
    The lot at 287 N Commonwealth Ave in Elgin, IL is about 0.18 acres (7,927 sq ft).

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