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

$340,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 5, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,352/mo*
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$340,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 5, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,352/mo*
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4 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,826 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Description

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 $340,600, with a rent estimate of $2,766/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

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
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

Price History for 700 Forest Ave

DatePriceEventSource
06/07/2024$282,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12029583
05/05/2024$269,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12029583
05/02/2024$269,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12029583
04/16/2003$181,000Sold
N/A
04/12/2002$138,500Sold
N/A

Market trends in Elgin

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$313K
$11.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.6%
Price per sq ft
$206
$3MoM
Available listings
234
30MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$6,329
Assessment$261,252
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 700 Forest Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
650 Park St, Elgin, IL
0.16
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$410,000
12/19/25
4
1.5
2,364
653 Park St, Elgin, IL
0.13
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$310,000
11/13/25
3
1
1,501
630 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL
0.14
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$240,000
05/12/26
3
2
1,784
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
07/01/26
5
3
2,480
832 Bode Rd, Elgin, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$280,000
05/11/26
3
1
1,079
452 Addison St, Elgin, IL
0.53
Single-Family Home
$305,000
09/23/25
4
2
1,704
585 Park St, Elgin, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$417,888
05/22/26
4
2.5
3,187

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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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