521 Locust St, Elgin, IL 60123
OFF MARKET

$297,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,775 sqft

521 Locust St, Elgin, IL 60123

Near West Elgin
Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 11, 2007 for $180,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$298K
Since last month
Decreased$7K (-2.4%)
Since last year
Increased$7K (+2.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$118K (+65.3%)
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 +81% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$298K
August 2026$298K
July 2026$305K
June 2026$307K
May 2026$302K
April 2026$294K
March 2026$288K
February 2026$282K
January 2026$282K
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
0.25
Single-Family Home
$145,000
03/03/26
3
1
1,671
0.21
Single-Family Home
$215,000
04/06/26
3
1
1,600
0.25
Single-Family Home
$250,000
05/05/26
3
1
1,200
0.34
Single-Family Home
$220,000
07/31/26
3
1
1,727
0.08
Single-Family Home
$242,000
06/22/26
3
2
1,757
0.04
Single-Family Home
$200,000
08/17/26
3
1.5
1,640
0.34
Single-Family Home
$249,900
11/21/25
3
1
1,140
0.11
Single-Family Home
$245,000
11/14/25
2
2
1,500
0.16
Single-Family Home
$210,000
06/05/26
4
2.5
1,534
0.13
Single-Family Home
$110,000
05/15/26
4
1
1,406

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.04
$200,000
3
1.5
1,640
Recently Sold
0.03
$306,000
3
1
1,666
Off Market
0.06
$281,300
3
2
844
Off Market
0.05
$361,000
3
2
1,350
Off Market
0.09
$327,900
3
2
1,552
Off Market
0.09
$308,600
3
2
1,440
Off Market
0.10
$448,000
6
3
-
Recently Sold
0.11
$324,500
4
2
1,409
Off Market
0.11
$383,200
4
2
1,830
Off Market
0.11
$245,000
2
2
1,500
Recently Sold
0.12
$274,800
3
2
1,700
Off Market
0.12
$224,800
2
2
1,032
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 521 Locust St.
  • Schools2 Preschool Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1949
1,775 sqft
$168/sqft
Garage

About this House

New roof 2014
New furnace 2013
New dishwasher 2013
Cedar fence 2022
New water heater 2010
521 Locust St, Elgin, IL 60123 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,775 sqft single-family home in Near West Elgin, built in 1949. It last sold for $180,000 on Jul 11, 2007. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $297,500, with a rent estimate of $1,997/month.

Home Details for 521 Locust St

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementTypes of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room, Sun RoomCeiling Fan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Floors: Carpet, Linoleum Vinyl
Appliances & Utilities
Dishwasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: BrickLawnPatio
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1949Year Updated: 1949
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Cape Cod

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 6330 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 11, 2007
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #06339031
Sold
$180,000

Market trends in Elgin

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

Around this home

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Neighborhood Overview

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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."
  • Rebecca P.
    "Some of the streets are high traffic areas. Several families in the neighborhood. Near an elementary and middle school. Thereโ€™s a nearby park and a playground at the school. "
  • 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 "
  • 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 "
  • 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"
  • Rebecca P.
    "Iโ€™ve lived in this neighborhood for three years and Iโ€™m quite comfortable with my neighbors. Despite living just around the corner from the fire department itโ€™s reasonably quiet. Itโ€™s within walking distance to downtown restaurants, the park, rec center and community theater. "
  • 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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Frequently asked questions about 521 Locust St

  • What is 521 Locust St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 521 Locust St in Elgin, IL is $297,500.
  • What is the price history for 521 Locust St?
    521 Locust St in Elgin, IL last sold for $180,000 in July 2007.
  • 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 521 Locust St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 521 Locust St in Elgin, IL has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 521 Locust St?
    The lot at 521 Locust St in Elgin, IL is about 0.15 acres (6,360 sq ft).

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