636 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60120
OFF MARKET

$307,300

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,628 sqft

636 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60120

Lords Park
Est. Refi. Payment $2,277/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 12, 2022 for $180,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$307K
Since last month
Decreased$8K (-2.7%)
Since last year
Increased$18K (+6.3%)
Since last sale
Increased$127K (+70.7%)
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 +107% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
October 2026$307K
September 2026$316K
August 2026$307K
July 2026$307K
June 2026$314K
May 2026$306K
April 2026$301K
March 2026$303K
February 2026$298K
January 2026$289K
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2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
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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
642 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL
0.02
Multi-Family Home
$420,000
09/01/26
4
3
-
774 Terrace Ct #Q, Elgin, IL
0.26
Multi-Family Home
$80,000
02/24/26
2
1
900
337 Ryerson Ave, Elgin, IL
1.03
Multi-Family Home
$270,000
02/06/26
3
2
1,738
367 Yarwood St, Elgin, IL
0.72
Multi-Family Home
$234,000
09/25/26
3
1
1,000
262 Cherry St, Elgin, IL
0.90
Multi-Family Home
$325,000
06/16/26
4
2
2,118
453 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL
0.38
Multi-Family Home
$293,000
11/14/25
4
2.5
-
528 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL
0.19
Multi-Family Home
$397,000
12/12/25
4
4
-
226 Mountain St, Elgin, IL
1.20
Multi-Family Home
$150,000
10/20/25
4
2
1,559
143 S Liberty St, Elgin, IL
0.21
Multi-Family Home
$505,000
05/27/26
3
3
-
495-499 Franklin St, Elgin, IL
0.44
Multi-Family Home
$510,000
08/17/26
6
2
-

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
622 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.01
$302,900
3
2.5
1,250
Off Market
642 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.02
$420,000
4
3
-
Recently Sold
618 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.02
$322,400
3
2.5
1,650
Off Market
633 Linden Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.02
$250,800
3
1
840
Off Market
629 Linden Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.02
$280,100
3
1
1,027
Off Market
614 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.03
$260,800
3
1
1,272
Off Market
623 Linden Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.03
$288,000
3
2
1,062
Off Market
652 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.03
$315,500
4
2
1,459
Off Market
Linden Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.03
-
-
-
-
Off Market
612 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.04
$281,900
3
1.5
1,538
Off Market
641 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.04
$307,500
3
2
1,852
Off Market
617 Linden Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.04
$265,800
3
2
1,345
Off Market
654 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.04
-
-
-
-
Off Market
654 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.04
-
-
-
-
Off Market
625 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.05
$232,500
2
2
780
Off Market
645 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.05
$248,000
2
1
1,201
Off Market
640 Linden Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.05
$301,400
2
2
1,000
Off Market
621 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.05
$364,500
5
3.5
1,936
Off Market
647 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.06
$231,300
2
1
901
Off Market
3 N Liberty St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.06
$410,400
3
1
1,200
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

Multi-Family
Built in 1900
1,628 sqft
$189/sqft

About this House

What's unique:Large kitchenMetra train
Excellent income potential in this in-town 2 flat walking distance to downtown Elgin, Metra train into Union Station, shopping and entertainment. Mixed use - zoned for both residential or business. Large lot includes 1,680 sq ft coach house/garage with air compressor, buffer and sander included. Separate storage shed. Lower unit offers living room, large kitchen, office, 1 bedroom and 1 bath. Upstairs unit includes living room, kitchen, 1 bedroom and 1 bathroom. 1,628 sq ft of living space. Both units include window AC and separate electric meters. Full unfinished basement. Property sold as is. Ideal location, unbeatable price and tons of possibilities make this home a MUST SEE!
636 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60120 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,628 sqft multi-family in Lords Park, built in 1900. It last sold for $180,000 on Aug 12, 2022. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $307,300, with a rent estimate of $1,863/month.

Home Details for 636 E Chicago St

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1900
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Multi Family

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10018 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 12, 2022
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11368392
Sold
$180,000
Jul 27, 2022
Source: RE/MAX International #11368392
Pending
$219,900
Jul 27, 2022
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11368392
Contingent
$219,900
Jul 14, 2022
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11368392
PriceChange
$219,900
Price decreased by 2%
Jun 28, 2022
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11368392
PriceChange
$225,000
Price decreased by 2%

Market trends in Elgin

Last updated September 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$330K
$1.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.2%
Price per sq ft
$204
$1MoM
Available listings
245
19MoM
Sourced by Trulia Market Trends

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Neighborhood Overview

Lords Park
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What Locals Say about Lords Park

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Built from what locals say about Lords Park.
  • 83% say there's holiday spirit
  • 64% say there are sidewalks
  • 47% say neighbors are friendly
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At least 6 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 83 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 82 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 69 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 67 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 64 % Say parking is easy

  • 64 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 60 % Say there's wildlife

  • 56 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

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

  • 50 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 50 % Say kids play outside

  • 47 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 40 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 25 % Say it's quiet

  • 20 % Say there are community events

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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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    "It’s not safe. We’ve been broke into twice. Police aren’t very helpful. Nor are most of them kind to victims of crime. They treat everyone like criminals. Upsetting."
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  • Manuela A.
    "It’s not a bad area but you can never be too safe. Bad things happen all the time better be safe than sorry even if nothing bad usually happens around here"
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Frequently asked questions about 636 E Chicago St

  • What is 636 E Chicago St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 636 E Chicago St in Elgin, IL is $307,300.
  • What is the price history for 636 E Chicago St?
    636 E Chicago St in Elgin, IL last sold for $180,000 in August 2022.
  • Is Elgin a buyer's or seller's market?
    Elgin is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Elgin?
    The median sale price in Elgin is $330K. That is down $1.67K from the prior month.

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