653 Elgin Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
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SOLD
JAN 16, 2026

$281,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,090 sqft

653 Elgin Ave, Elgin, IL 60120

Southeast Elgin
Est. Refi. Payment $2,049/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jan 16, 2026 for $270,000 (2% above list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$281K
Since last month
Decreased$200 (-0.1%)
Since last year
Increased$15K (+5.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$10K (+3.6%)
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 +120% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$280K
August 2026$280K
July 2026$275K
June 2026$280K
May 2026$278K
April 2026$274K
March 2026$273K
February 2026$271K
January 2026$271K
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
918 Lavoie Ave, Elgin, IL
0.06
Single-Family Home
$185,000
02/26/26
3
1
1,032
653 Dixon Ave, Elgin, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$220,000
11/17/25
3
1
1,065
865 Illinois Ave, Elgin, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$257,000
10/09/25
2
1
960
711 Bluff City Blvd, Elgin, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$261,000
06/26/26
3
1
1,540
725 Dixon Ave, Elgin, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$201,500
10/29/25
3
2
1,080
513 Cookane Ave, Elgin, IL
0.68
Single-Family Home
$337,500
07/10/26
3
1
1,188
716 S Liberty St, Elgin, IL
0.35
Single-Family Home
$207,000
04/01/26
3
2
1,248
767 Dixon Ave, Elgin, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$316,000
10/27/25
5
2
2,088
539 Lucille Ave, Elgin, IL
0.73
Single-Family Home
$270,000
10/21/25
2
1
1,068

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
653 Dixon Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.08
$254,600
3
1
1,065
Off Market
918 Lavoie Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.06
$185,000
3
1
1,032
Recently Sold
915 S Liberty St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.09
$207,100
3
1
1,200
Off Market
900 S Lavoie Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.09
$290,800
4
2
1,100
Off Market
871 Illinois Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.13
$287,700
3
1
1,105
Off Market
963 Lavoie Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.07
$336,000
3
2
1,476
Off Market
870 Lavoie Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.13
$225,000
2
1
973
Recently Sold
865 Illinois Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.15
$271,700
2
1
960
Off Market
930 Cookane Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.10
$277,300
3
1
1,398
Off Market
725 Dixon Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.13
$315,000
3
2
1,080
For Sale
957 Saint Charles St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.14
$203,100
2
1
627
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1950
1,090 sqft
$248/sqft
4 Car Garage

About this House

What's unique:Corner lotFunctional layoutComfortable living spaceGenerous yardIdeal for summer bbqs
Charming 3-bedroom, 1-bath home situated on a desirable corner lot in Elgin. This well-maintained property offers comfortable living space and a functional layout. Oversized 4-car garage is perfect for car enthusiasts, storage, or a workshop, plus an outdoor shed for even more organization and functionality. Outside, the generous yard is ideal for summer BBQs, gardening, or creating your dream outdoor retreat. Located close to parks, shopping, and major roadways, this property blends neighborhood charm with everyday convenience.
653 Elgin Ave, Elgin, IL 60120 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,090 sqft single-family home in Southeast Elgin, built in 1950. It last sold for $270,000 on Jan 16, 2026 (2% above the $265,000 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in February 2014 with an asking price of $1,300 per month. That rental listing was removed on June 2, 2014. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $281,000, with a rent estimate of $2,452/month.
Last check for updates: about 11 hours ago
Listed by Michael Scanlon, (773) 630-9205
eXp Realty
Steven Burke, (630) 699-2526
eXp Realty
Bought with: Edy Ramirez, (312) 838-9536, Cloud Gate Realty LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12444966

Home Details for 653 Elgin Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: NoneNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1090 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability Access
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Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 4Number of Covered Spaces: 4Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Concrete,Yes,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1950
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0624486001

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $265,000Price Per Sqft: $248/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Dec 04 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Elgin
School Information
Elementary School District: 46Jr High / Middle School District: 46High School District: 46

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7318 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 12444966Attribution Contact: (773) 630-9205Back On Market Date: Fri Nov 28 2025

Additional Information

Source Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplaySource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jan 16, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12444966
Sold
$270,000
Dec 4, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12444966
Contingent
$265,000
Nov 28, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12444966
PendingToActive
$265,000
Aug 28, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12444966
Contingent
$265,000
Aug 21, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12444966
Listed For Sale
$265,000

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

Neighborhood Overview

Southeast Elgin
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What Locals Say about Southeast Elgin

At least 25 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 84 % Say car is needed

  • 83 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 79 % Say parking is easy

  • 77 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 75 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 62 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 60 % Say kids play outside

  • 60 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 59 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 58 % Say there's wildlife

  • 58 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 50 % Say it's quiet

  • 47 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 47 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 46 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 14 % Say there are community events

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    "Beautiful neighborhood with friendly diverse families. Location is not too far from any major suburbs "
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    "safe friendly area, I've lived here for 4 years and had nothing but a good rapport with my neighbors"
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LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

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Frequently asked questions about 653 Elgin Ave

  • What is 653 Elgin Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 653 Elgin Ave is $281,000.
  • What is the price history for 653 Elgin Ave?
    653 Elgin Ave last sold for $270,000 in January 2026.
  • 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 653 Elgin Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 653 Elgin Ave has air conditioning.
  • Does 653 Elgin Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 653 Elgin Ave has laundry facilities.

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