656 Ford Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
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SOLD
OCT 14, 2025

656 Ford Ave
Elgin, IL 60120

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 900 sqft

$248,000

Last Sold: Oct 14, 2025
1% below list $250K
$276/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,756/mo*
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$248,000

Last Sold: Oct 14, 2025
1% below list $250K
$276/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $1,756/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
900 sqft

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 656 Ford Ave.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1950
Living Area
900 sqft
Price/Sqft
$276/sqft
Parking
Garage

About this House

Welcome to this adorable 2 bedroom, 1 bath gem that's full of character and potential! Inside, you'll find a cozy and inviting layout with bright natural light, a functional kitchen, and a comfortable living space, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The two bedrooms offer peaceful retreats, and the updated bathroom adds a modern touch. Downstairs, the spacious unfinished basement is a blank canvas, ideal for extra storage, a workshop, or your future dream space. Outside, enjoy a manageable yard with room for gardening, play, or simply soaking up the sun. Whether you're downsizing, or looking for an investment opportunity, this home offers a great mix of charm, potential, and affordability! Water heater 2017, siding approximately 3 years old. Seller selling AS IS.
656 Ford Ave, Elgin, IL 60120 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 900 sqft single-family home built in 1950. It last sold for $248,000 on Oct 14, 2025 (1% below the $249,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $255,800, with a rent estimate of $1,755/month.

Home Details for 656 Ford Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 900 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: MicrowaveLaundry: Gas Dryer Hookup,In UnitMicrowave
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Asphalt,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,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 ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0601481016

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $249,900Price Per Sqft: $276/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Sep 05 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: 4599.936 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12425864Back On Market Date: Tue Sep 02 2025

Additional Information

Source Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplaySource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listed by Mayra Gallardo, (847) 445-9114
Realty of America, LLC
Bought with: Adalberto Sanchez-Arias, (224) 232-9419, A&O Dream Key Real Estate
Co-Buyer's Agent: Adalberto Sanchez-Arias, (224) 232-9419, A&O Dream Key Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12425864

Price History for 656 Ford Ave

DatePriceEventSource
10/14/2025$248,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12425864
09/06/2025$249,900PendingMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12425864
09/02/2025$249,900PendingToActiveMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12425864
08/27/2025$249,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12425864
08/19/2025$249,900PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12425864
07/31/2025$255,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12425864
03/24/2021ListingRemovedN/A
01/06/2014$42,500Sold
N/A
10/25/2013$45,900Listed For SaleN/A
09/12/2013$45,900ListingRemovedN/A
08/13/2013$45,900PriceChange
N/A
07/01/2013$44,900Listed For SaleN/A

Market trends in Elgin

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$323K
$10.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$209
$3MoM
Available listings
263
29MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$4,369
Assessment$163,773
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 656 Ford Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
508 River Bluff Rd, Elgin, IL
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$250,000
09/29/25
2
1
900
1103 Hiawatha Dr, Elgin, IL
0.26
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$275,000
01/20/26
2
1
957
1152 Hiawatha Drive, Elgin, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$268,000
01/06/26
3
1
957
1152 Hiawatha Dr, Elgin, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$268,000
12/30/25
3
1
957
1127 Morton Ave, Elgin, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$315,000
04/20/26
2
1
1,060
860 Parkway Ave, Elgin, IL
0.40
Single-Family Home
$250,000
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2
1
1,096

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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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  • 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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    "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
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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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    "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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  • Mark W.
    "It's not too bad. Most people are pretty friendly and nice. Noise isn’t too bad and most people will help each other when they need it. "
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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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