$297,500
- 3 Beds
- 1 Bath
- 1,775 sqft
521 Locust St, Elgin, IL 60123
Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 11, 2007 for $180,000
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$298KSince 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
| Month | Estimated value |
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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 |
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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 |
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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
Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.Address | Distance | Price | Bed | Bath | Sqft | Status |
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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
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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
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
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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 |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltExterior: BrickLawnPatio |
Parking & Garage GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Garage Detached |
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Year Built Year Built: 1949Year Updated: 1949 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Cape Cod |
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Units in Building: 1 |
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Lot Area: 6330 sqft |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Jul 11, 2007 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #06339031 | Sold | $180,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $6,539 | $281,139 |
Home facts updated by county records
Market trends in Elgin
Last updated July 2026
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
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
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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).