478 Jefferson Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
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OFF MARKET

$260,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,209 sqft

478 Jefferson Ave, Elgin, IL 60120

Est. Refi. Payment $1,867/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 14, 2019 for $135,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$261K
Since last month
Decreased$3K (-1.1%)
Since last year
Increased$11K (+4.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$126K (+93%)
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 +112% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$261K
August 2026$260K
July 2026$263K
June 2026$266K
May 2026$263K
April 2026$258K
March 2026$252K
February 2026$244K
January 2026$239K
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
561 Dundee Ave, Elgin, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$299,900
10/29/25
3
2
1,541
668 Hill Ave, Elgin, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$320,000
10/31/25
3
2
1,400
371 Jefferson Ave, Elgin, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$220,000
05/04/26
3
1.5
972
805 Bellevue Ave, Elgin, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$350,000
06/01/26
3
2
1,464
624 Lincoln Ave, Elgin, IL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$265,000
02/02/26
3
1
1,208
601 Columbia Ave, Elgin, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$250,000
04/30/26
4
2
1,556
409 Algona Ave, Elgin, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$400,000
04/10/26
4
2
1,420
523 Preston Ave, Elgin, IL
0.36
Single-Family Home
$305,000
02/27/26
3
1.5
1,500
633 Slade Ave, Elgin, IL
0.41
Single-Family Home
$245,000
11/20/25
3
1
935
644 Columbia Ave, Elgin, IL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$311,000
06/10/26
3
1.5
1,741

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
443 Jefferson Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.07
$649,200
6
5
-
Off Market
464 Enterprise St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.07
$320,500
5
3
1,180
Off Market
668 Hill Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.10
$339,200
3
2
1,400
Off Market
509 Jefferson Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.08
$334,900
3
2
1,484
Off Market
430 Enterprise St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.12
$308,700
2
1.5
1,359
Off Market
417 Lovell St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.16
$342,100
3
1.5
2,152
Off Market
561 Dundee Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.15
$314,100
3
2
1,541
Off Market
409 Algona Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.17
$400,000
4
2
1,420
Recently Sold
725 Hill Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.17
$303,100
2
1.5
1,100
Off Market
727 Hill Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.18
$292,500
3
2
1,228
Off Market
741 Cedar Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.21
$326,000
3
2
1,296
Off Market
502 Hill Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.15
$322,200
3
2
2,100
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1890
1,209 sqft
$215/sqft
Garage

About this House

Priced to sell! Solid brick home! Deep lot! Freshly painted interior! New carpet! Enclosed front porch-great for summer nights! Spacious living room with lots of natural light! Bright eat-in kitchen with white cabinets, new stainless steel appliances, pantry and plenty of counter space! Separate dining area with look thru to the kitchen! 1st floor bedroom and den! Unfinished basement-great for storage!
478 Jefferson Ave, Elgin, IL 60120 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,209 sqft single-family home built in 1890. It last sold for $135,000 on Jun 14, 2019. More recently, it was listed as a rental in August 2014 with an asking price of $1,175 per month. That rental listing was removed on August 28, 2014. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $260,500, with a rent estimate of $2,357/month.

Home Details for 478 Jefferson Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherRefrigerator
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Linoleum Vinyl

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherExterior: Brick
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1890
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5880 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 14, 2019
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10350206
Sold
$135,000
May 5, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$134,900
May 2, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$134,900
Price decreased by 4%
Apr 29, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$139,900
Price decreased by 7%
Apr 25, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
PendingToActive
$149,900

Market trends in Elgin

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
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 Elgin

At least 941 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 87 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 87 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 82 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say parking is easy

  • 76 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 72 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 70 % Say kids play outside

  • 63 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 59 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 56 % Say it's quiet

  • 54 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 52 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 52 % Say there's wildlife

  • 48 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 48 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 29 % Say there are community events

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  • Lydiadannenberg4816
    "Homes are custom made. Large lots. Friendly neighborhood. "
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  • 86nasus
    "Looks like they did a really quick remodel with cut corners. Honestly, this house would have more charm if they would’ve left it how it was you can see bad angles, more pronounced now where they painted white to look more modern. Floors are crooked and leaning, and that would’ve been OK with original flooring."
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  • Wpnhs6gnpj
    "We have a lot people walking with their door not matter what time , my neighbor is really peaceful , inkivebromoibe here for the last 30 years . If I have to choice other place in houses , I choose elgin again "
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  • Juana Valencia
    "It could be better, I see a lot of ice around, scary and makes us feel uncomfortable more restaurants and lounges needed"
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  • Amneey
    "Welcome to this neighborhood. Pets friendly and caring people . Safe and neat area, caring people. "
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  • Charles B
    "Use the meta to get downtown. There is no public transportation here. Roads are busy sometimes so you need to be careful. "
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  • NK
    "We love it here. Such a family friendly area. Amazing place to raise kids and feel safe! We are very grateful to live here."
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  • Bridget Loose
    "Pace bus is great convenience for getting around town or next town over, I just think there needs to be something that notifies you if it’s being delayed or arriving early. "
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  • Jokie.deguzman1251999
    "i usually walk to nearby stores,restaurants, and gas stations. otherwise i drive my car or take a uber for far locations"
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  • Erik
    "There aren’t really events but it’s just a friendly safe neighborhood to be in And has schools near by and local stores "
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  • Imaadus
    "Love my neighborhood, it’s clean and save where I live! Schools are good. Nice well maintained parks"
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  • Jeanette
    "I’ve lives in this neighborhood for about 3yrs and have had plenty of packages delivered with no issues and neighbors are pretty friendly around here. "
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  • Jess Jessica
    "There’s always something going on in downtown Elgin for every season/holiday/event. We have a Casino boat too for entertainment. "
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  • Jenjengu
    "I love Elgin! It is a friendly, diverse community with great shopping, parks, and recreation. I feel the schools offer students wonderful education opportunities. "
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  • Trulia User
    "Only one entrance into the subdivision. Safe and adjacent to the Elgin Country Club. Homes well kept with beautiful landscaping. Low annual HOA with a few restrictions designed to maintain price integrity. "
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  • Yvonne B.
    "Pretty safe, beautiful scenery, we have lots of entertainment. Elgin has plenty parks and great restaurants "
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  • Jfairone
    "Nice neighborhood for families and pets, very walkable with sidewalks. Near library and good schools"
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  • Reuben A.
    "Great Town to love in all close by for shopping food clothing etc., It’s is the city in the suburbs!"
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  • Jfairone
    "Well kept for homes and friendly people. Near by shopping, restaurants good hospitals. Everything you need is close by"
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  • Maya S.
    "Many families with children. Parents help Watch all kids. Right on bus line. Close to I-90. Grocery stores are nearby and lots of parks for kids to play at. "
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  • 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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  • Samcasey92600
    "Dogs are very common in Elgin, and you usually will see plenty of other dogs while you walk your own. It’s nice, good ways to start up conversations and meet your neighbors. "
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  • Chure2002
    "i have no neighbors , quite street, closed to 24 hr Walgreens closed to 24 hr jewel osco, closed to everthing "
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  • Jaclyn B.
    "Decent neighborhood, nice neighbors. Good location close to highways and major roads. Grocery stores within driving distance. Would recommend for starter home area."
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  • Jaclyn B.
    "Decent neighborhood. Not walking distance to many things but driving distance is decent. Neighbors are nice and well kept grounds in my subdivision. Would recommend for family and friends. Close to expressways and major roadways. "
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  • Zzarate479
    "The 4th of July parade is so much fun,it last hours but is fun to watch the people that walk and do tricks and then the horses are even fun"
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  • Liz B.
    "People are always walking their dogs. The sidewalks are great and clean. People like this area for the historic district."
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  • Stephanie S.
    "it's nice there are different parts of town. mostly all nice areas. high school are not the best. I like the elementary schools "
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  • Nancytorres90
    "Kids are safe here.. my kids are always outside playing soccer with the kids in the neighborhood and i feel safe letting them be."
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  • Dulce R.
    "Large fancy neighborhood surrounds the area. The townhomes are nice and spacious. The neighbors keep to themselves but are great neighbors and watch for strange vehicles. "
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  • Joshua D. P.
    "Lots of people have dogs. There are several dog parks in the area. There are plenty of housing options that are pet friendly. "
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  • Daniel E.
    "i see neightbors walking their dogs. having family cook outs and other events. great ambients to have your children grow in."
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  • Tstewy625
    "I’ve been here my whole entire life and I think the most unique part of Elgin is for the most part we get along! "
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  • Juanfyb 2.
    "They would like that it is a quiet neighborhood there’s not a lot of noise around and it’s a good place to walk around and clear your head"
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  • Co_wolf
    "I have a short commute to one of the 3 Metra stations in Elgin and take the train downtown every day."
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  • Austins03wrx
    "Good parts and bad parts but you will have to see the areas. Great small businesses and some great people"
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  • Cousinkimkimmie
    "sexual offenders in thier area and be aware of crime light up thier homes and lock doors dont let kids walk home.alone "
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  • Jessica G.
    "Nightmare on Chicago street every year for Halloween is a huge even held in downtown Elgin! There is also many events held throughout the year "
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  • Tracie B. N.
    "Very nice people and quiet neighborhood. Shopping within walking distance as well as pace bus stop going into downtown Elgin"
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  • Geneva R.
    "well we have things for the kids to do like play basketball and football the girls play volleyball and rope. and my sit around and just talk and play board games that's what we do in are community for are kids and young kid's."
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Frequently asked questions about 478 Jefferson Ave

  • What is 478 Jefferson Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 478 Jefferson Ave in Elgin, IL is $260,500.
  • What is the price history for 478 Jefferson Ave?
    478 Jefferson Ave in Elgin, IL last sold for $135,000 in June 2019.
  • 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 478 Jefferson Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 478 Jefferson Ave in Elgin, IL has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 478 Jefferson Ave?
    The lot at 478 Jefferson Ave in Elgin, IL is about 0.14 acres (5,881 sq ft).

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