688 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
OFF MARKET

688 Forest Ave
Elgin, IL 60120

Lords Park
  • Studio
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,444 sqft

$338,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,375/mo*
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$338,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 23, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,375/mo*
Refinance Your Home
Studio
2 Baths
2,444 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$339K
Since last month
Increased$8K (+2.5%)
Since last year
Increased$36K (+12%)
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 +98% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$338K
July 2026$329K
June 2026$351K
May 2026$340K
April 2026$314K
March 2026$322K
February 2026$306K
January 2026$303K
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
650 Park St, Elgin, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$410,000
12/19/25
4
1.5
2,364
17 S Liberty St, Elgin, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$325,000
07/13/26
4
2
2,377
630 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$292,000
08/05/26
3
2
1,784
134 N Porter St, Elgin, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$327,000
07/02/26
5
3
2,480
585 Park St, Elgin, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$417,888
05/22/26
4
2.5
3,187
352 N Liberty St, Elgin, IL
0.39
Single-Family Home
$310,000
06/24/26
5
2
1,888
144 Hill Ave, Elgin, IL
0.37
Single-Family Home
$285,000
01/16/26
3
1.5
1,644
567 Addison St, Elgin, IL
0.30
Single-Family Home
$100,000
02/24/26
3
2
1,533
600 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$420,000
10/10/25
5
2.5
3,920
653 Park St, Elgin, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$310,000
11/13/25
3
1
1,501

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
684 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.01
$353,200
5
2
1,579
Off Market
674 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.04
$374,300
4
2.5
1,494
Off Market
700 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.01
$337,200
4
1.5
1,826
Off Market
691 Lillie St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.03
$333,600
2
2
1,067
Off Market
681 Lillie St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.04
$373,000
4
2
2,052
Off Market
676 Lillie St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.07
$468,500
4
1.5
2,355
Off Market
670 Lillie St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.08
$375,900
3
1.5
1,458
Off Market
630 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.13
$292,000
3
2
1,784
Recently Sold
625 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.14
$304,200
3
1.5
1,704
Off Market
653 Park St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.13
$310,000
3
1
1,501
Recently Sold
622 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.18
$307,000
3
2.5
1,250
Off Market
650 Park St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.15
$410,000
4
1.5
2,364
Recently Sold

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
1905
Living Area
2,444 sqft
Price/Sqft
$139

About this House

This single-family home is located at 688 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL. 688 Forest Ave is in the Lords Park neighborhood in Elgin, IL and in ZIP code 60120. This property has 2 bathrooms and approximately 2,444 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 8712 sqft and was built in 1905.
688 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120 is a studio, 2 bathroom, 2,444 sqft single-family home in Lords Park, built in 1905. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $338,800, with a rent estimate of $2,617/month.

Home Details for 688 Forest Ave

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1905
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8712 sqft

Price and Tax history

YearProperty taxTax assessment
2025
$6,526
$304,620
Home facts updated by county records

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

Around this home

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 688 Forest Ave

  • What is 688 Forest Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 688 Forest Ave in Elgin, IL is $338,800.
  • 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.
  • What do residents say about the Lords Park neighborhood?
    Residents describe the Lords Park neighborhood in Elgin, IL as dog-friendly, well-kept, and walkable to grocery stores. See recently sold homes in Lords Park, Elgin.
  • How big is the lot at 688 Forest Ave?
    The lot at 688 Forest Ave in Elgin, IL is about 0.20 acres (8,712 sq ft).

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