659 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
OFF MARKET

$287,300

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 1,746 sqft (on 0.25 acres)

659 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120

Lords Park
Est. Refi. Payment $2,034/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold May 9, 2011 for $118,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$287K
Since last month
Decreased$2K (-0.5%)
Since last year
Increased$16K (+5.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$169K (+142.8%)
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 +96% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$287K
July 2026$288K
June 2026$294K
May 2026$289K
April 2026$282K
March 2026$276K
February 2026$268K
January 2026$268K
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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
567 Addison St, Elgin, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$100,000
02/24/26
3
2
1,533
653 Park St, Elgin, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$310,000
11/13/25
3
1
1,501
17 S Liberty St, Elgin, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$325,000
07/13/26
4
2
2,377
832 Bode Rd, Elgin, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$280,000
05/11/26
3
1
1,079
630 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL
0.07
Single-Family Home
$292,000
08/05/26
3
2
1,784
650 Park St, Elgin, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$410,000
12/19/25
4
1.5
2,364
144 Hill Ave, Elgin, IL
0.30
Single-Family Home
$285,000
01/16/26
3
1.5
1,644
115 N Porter St, Elgin, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$253,000
03/17/26
2
1
924
121 Mulford Dr, Elgin, IL
0.45
Single-Family Home
$310,000
01/08/26
3
1
1,400
452 Addison St, Elgin, IL
0.46
Single-Family Home
$305,000
09/23/25
4
2
1,704

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
674 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.05
$368,700
4
2.5
1,494
Off Market
684 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.07
$349,500
5
2
1,579
Off Market
681 Lillie St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.08
$369,500
4
2
2,052
Off Market
630 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.07
$292,000
3
2
1,784
Recently Sold
625 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.06
$308,000
3
1.5
1,704
Off Market
691 Lillie St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.10
$331,100
2
2
1,067
Off Market
700 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.10
$334,500
4
1.5
1,826
Off Market
670 Lillie St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.11
$374,800
3
1.5
1,458
Off Market
676 Lillie St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.11
$465,900
4
1.5
2,355
Off Market
653 Park St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.13
$310,000
3
1
1,501
Recently Sold
67 N Liberty St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.10
$340,200
4
2
1,832
Off Market
622 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.11
$306,300
3
2.5
1,250
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

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1910
Lot Size
0.25 acres
Living Area
1,746 sqft
Price/Sqft
$165

About this House

HUGE historical 4BR American 4-Square in "move-in" condition! Walk to Lords Park (.5block), this home was featured in the Elgin Historical Society volume 1! HW floors, custom woodwk & builtins throughout, large yd, EXTRA PARKING (5 cars), HUGE FAMILY RM/4th BR addition ($25,000 value), large front porch, full bsmt, brand NEW furnace, newer roof, walkup attic & way too much more to list! NOT a short sale! Bring offer
659 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120 is a 4 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 1,746 sqft single-family home in Lords Park, built in 1910. It last sold for $118,000 on May 9, 2011. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $287,300, with a rent estimate of $2,344/month.

Home Details for 659 Forest Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 3

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1910
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10890 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 9, 2011
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07718667
Sold
$118,000
Feb 26, 2011
Source: Agent Provided
PendingToActive
$119,900
Feb 14, 2011
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$119,900
Jan 29, 2011
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$119,900

Market trends in Elgin

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

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Neighborhood Overview

Lords Park
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What Locals Say about Lords Park

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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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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  • Moosiewho
    "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 659 Forest Ave

  • What is 659 Forest Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 659 Forest Ave in Elgin, IL is $287,300.
  • What is the price history for 659 Forest Ave?
    659 Forest Ave in Elgin, IL last sold for $118,000 in May 2011.
  • 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.
  • How big is the lot at 659 Forest Ave?
    The lot at 659 Forest Ave in Elgin, IL is about 0.25 acres (10,890 sq ft).

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