686 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60120
OFF MARKET

686 E Chicago St
Elgin, IL 60120

Lords Park
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,826 sqft

$360,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,510/mo*
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$360,100

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,510/mo*
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4 Beds
2 Baths
1,826 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1915
Living Area
1,826 sqft
Price/Sqft
$197

About this House

This single-family home is located at 686 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL. 686 E Chicago St is in the Lords Park neighborhood in Elgin, IL and in ZIP code 60120. This property has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,826 sqft of floor space. This property was built in 1915.
686 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60120 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,826 sqft single-family home in Lords Park, built in 1915. It last sold for $223,000 on Feb 17, 2005. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $360,100, with a rent estimate of $2,602/month.

Home Details for 686 E Chicago St

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1915
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 1

Price History for 686 E Chicago St

DatePriceEventSource
02/17/2005$223,000Sold
N/A
07/20/2004$215,000Sold
N/A
06/10/1998$101,000Sold
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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$6,256
Assessment$258,519
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 686 E Chicago St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
630 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$292,000
08/05/26
3
2
1,784
17 S Liberty St, Elgin, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$325,000
07/13/26
4
2
2,377
12 Rugby Pl, Elgin, IL
0.38
Single-Family Home
$305,000
06/01/26
4
1.5
1,660
489 Division St, Elgin, IL
0.39
Single-Family Home
$365,000
05/26/26
4
1.5
1,824
650 Park St, Elgin, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$410,000
12/19/25
4
1.5
2,364
217 Henry St, Elgin, IL
0.44
Single-Family Home
$260,000
12/30/25
3
2
1,788
144 Hill Ave, Elgin, IL
0.40
Single-Family Home
$285,000
01/16/26
3
1.5
1,644
301 Illinois Ave, Elgin, IL
0.38
Single-Family Home
$315,000
01/22/26
4
1.5
2,613
306 S Liberty St, Elgin, IL
0.44
Single-Family Home
$235,000
12/05/25
3
2
1,408
472 Division St, Elgin, IL
0.44
Single-Family Home
$236,500
09/26/25
3
2.5
1,800

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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

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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 686 E Chicago St

  • What is 686 E Chicago St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 686 E Chicago St in Elgin, IL is $360,100.
  • What is the price history for 686 E Chicago St?
    686 E Chicago St in Elgin, IL last sold for $223,000 in February 2005.
  • 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 $323K. That is up $10.67K from the prior month.