700 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
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OFF MARKET

700 Forest Ave
Elgin, IL 60120

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

$335,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 20, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,350/mo*
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$335,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 20, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,350/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,826 sqft

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$335K
Since last month
Decreased$800 (-0.2%)
Since last year
Increased$35K (+11.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$55K (+19.6%)
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 +97% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$337K
July 2026$338K
June 2026$341K
May 2026$339K
April 2026$332K
March 2026$330K
February 2026$321K
January 2026$311K
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
0.16
Single-Family Home
$410,000
12/19/25
4
1.5
2,364
653 Park St, Elgin, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$310,000
11/13/25
3
1
1,501
630 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$292,000
08/05/26
3
2
1,784
17 S Liberty St, Elgin, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$325,000
07/13/26
4
2
2,377
144 Hill Ave, Elgin, IL
0.38
Single-Family Home
$285,000
01/16/26
3
1.5
1,644
134 N Porter St, Elgin, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$327,000
07/02/26
5
3
2,480
832 Bode Rd, Elgin, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$280,000
05/11/26
3
1
1,079

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
0.03
$351,500
5
2
1,579
Off Market
674 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.05
$372,600
4
2.5
1,494
Off Market
691 Lillie St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.03
$333,600
2
2
1,067
Off Market
681 Lillie St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.05
$371,800
4
2
2,052
Off Market
676 Lillie St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.08
$468,500
4
1.5
2,355
Off Market
670 Lillie St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.09
$373,000
3
1.5
1,458
Off Market
630 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.14
$292,000
3
2
1,784
Recently Sold
633 Lillie St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.14
$350,000
4
2
1,905
For Sale
625 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.16
$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
642 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL 60120
0.17
$399,900
4
3
-
For Sale

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 700 Forest 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
1885
Living Area
1,826 sqft
Price/Sqft
$184
Parking
Garage

About this House

You will be amazed by the charm and beauty of this historic home. The views of Lords Park from your front porch are spectacular. Spending time on the porch or from your large picture window in the dining room viewing the park will become a tranquil time every day. The first floor offers a living room, dining room, media room (den) and the sitting room all with hard wood floors. Kitchen has ceramic tile and plenty of cabinets. Four bedrooms upstairs with a full bath. Whole house fan and central air. Full basement (unfinished) for storage or hobbies. Extra large garage space has a workshop for many enthusiast and a two car garage.
700 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,826 sqft single-family home in Lords Park, built in 1885. It last sold for $282,000 on Jun 7, 2024 (4% above the $269,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $335,400, with a rent estimate of $2,522/month.
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Ronald Ewing, e-PRO,GRI,SFR, (630) 215-6600
RE/MAX Horizon
Bought with: Yolanda La Luz, SRS, (847) 894-0575, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12029583

Home Details for 700 Forest Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Sitting Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1826 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, HumidifierDishwasherDryerLaundry: In UnitRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: ScreensFlooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
View
Has a ViewView: Water
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltOther Structures: WorkshopFoundation: Stone
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Concrete,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1885
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Farmhouse
Building
Construction Materials: CedarNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 0613279019

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $269,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri May 10 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Elgin
School Information
Elementary School: Lords Park Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 46Jr High / Middle School: Ellis Middle SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 46High School: Elgin High SchoolHigh School District: 46

Community

Community Features: Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8712 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12029583Attic: UnfinishedWater ViewWater View: WaterBack On Market Date: Fri May 10 2024

Additional Information

ParkPoolTennis Court(s)LakeCurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplaySource Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplaySource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: Yes

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 7, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12029583
Sold
$282,000
May 5, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12029583
Contingent
$269,900
May 2, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12029583
Listed For Sale
$269,900
Apr 16, 2003
Source: N/A
Sold
$181,000
Apr 12, 2002
Source: N/A
Sold
$138,500

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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LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

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Frequently asked questions about 700 Forest Ave

  • What is 700 Forest Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 700 Forest Ave in Elgin, IL is $335,400.
  • What is the price history for 700 Forest Ave?
    700 Forest Ave in Elgin, IL last sold for $282,000 in June 2024.
  • 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.
  • Does 700 Forest Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 700 Forest Ave in Elgin, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 700 Forest Ave have a pool?
    Yes, 700 Forest Ave in Elgin, IL has a pool.

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