816 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
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OFF MARKET

$426,900

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 2,292 sqft (on 0.25 acres)

816 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120

Lords Park
Est. Refi. Payment $3,171/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Mar 29, 2019 for $265,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$427K
Since last month
Increased$600 (+0.1%)
Since last year
Increased$36K (+9.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$162K (+61.2%)
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 +109% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
October 2026$427K
September 2026$425K
August 2026$427K
July 2026$428K
June 2026$431K
May 2026$422K
April 2026$410K
March 2026$405K
February 2026$391K
January 2026$381K
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2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
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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
137 Mulford Dr, Elgin, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$309,900
09/23/26
3
2.5
1,874
633 Lillie St, Elgin, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$350,000
09/14/26
4
2
1,905
17 S Liberty St, Elgin, IL
0.43
Single-Family Home
$325,000
07/13/26
4
2
2,377
650 Park St, Elgin, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$410,000
12/19/25
4
1.5
2,364
834 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL
0.04
Single-Family Home
$395,000
09/11/26
3
2
1,533
899 Carl Ave, Elgin, IL
0.40
Single-Family Home
$330,000
03/04/26
4
2.5
1,416
832 Bode Rd, Elgin, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$280,000
05/11/26
3
1
1,079
121 Mulford Dr, Elgin, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$310,000
01/08/26
3
1
1,400
Address Not Disclosed, Elgin, IL
0.50
Single-Family Home
$327,000
07/02/26
5
3
2,480
585 Park St, Elgin, IL
0.43
Single-Family Home
$417,888
05/22/26
4
2.5
3,187

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
820 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.01
$333,100
3
2.5
1,456
Off Market
810 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.01
$297,000
4
3
1,410
Off Market
810 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.01
$297,000
4
3
1,410
Off Market
143 Oakwood Blvd, Elgin, IL 60120
0.02
$362,000
3
3
1,579
Off Market
826 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.02
$414,300
5
2.5
2,632
Off Market
151 Oakwood Blvd, Elgin, IL 60120
0.03
$356,000
4
2
1,764
Off Market
157 Oakwood Blvd, Elgin, IL 60120
0.03
$366,900
3
2
1,392
Off Market
123 Oakwood Blvd, Elgin, IL 60120
0.04
$394,700
4
2
2,340
Off Market
123 Oakwood Blvd, Elgin, IL 60120
0.04
$280,200
Studio
-
-
Off Market
800 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.04
$310,600
2
2
1,248
Off Market
834 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.04
$395,000
3
2
1,533
Recently Sold
834 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.04
-
-
-
-
Off Market
819 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.05
$396,300
5
3
2,200
Off Market
819 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.05
$320,600
4
2
2,209
Off Market
165 Oakwood Blvd, Elgin, IL 60120
0.05
$309,400
3
3
1,782
Off Market
165 Oakwood Blvd, Elgin, IL 60120
0.05
$279,900
3
3
1,782
Off Market
825 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.05
$334,300
4
2
1,350
Off Market
75 Oakwood Blvd, Elgin, IL 60120
0.05
$427,800
4
3
3,886
Off Market
75 Oakwood Blvd, Elgin, IL 60120
0.05
$416,900
4
3
3,886
Off Market
829 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.06
$312,200
3
2
1,254
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1955
0.25 acre lot
2,292 sqft
$186/sqft
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 816 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL. 816 Forest Ave is in the Lords Park neighborhood in Elgin, IL and in ZIP code 60120. This property has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and approximately 2,292 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 10890 sqft and was built in 1955.
816 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,292 sqft single-family home in Lords Park, built in 1955. It last sold for $265,000 on Mar 29, 2019. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $426,900, with a rent estimate of $3,360/month.

Home Details for 816 Forest Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
Cable ReadyDishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Linoleum Vinyl

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: WoodPatioPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1955
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: ranch

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10890 sqft

Building

Fitness & Sports
Tennis Court

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Mar 29, 2019
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10276846
Sold
$265,000
Mar 5, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$249,900
Feb 28, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$249,900
Nov 10, 2018
Source: N/A
ListingRemoved
$265,000
Sep 24, 2018
Source: N/A
Listed For Sale
$265,000

Market trends in Elgin

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$331K
$4.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.2%
Price per sq ft
$203
$4MoM
Available listings
264
13MoM

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Neighborhood Overview

Lords Park
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What Locals Say about Lords Park

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  • 83% say there's holiday spirit
  • 64% say there are sidewalks
  • 47% say neighbors are friendly
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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 816 Forest Ave

  • What is 816 Forest Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 816 Forest Ave in Elgin, IL is $426,900.
  • What is the price history for 816 Forest Ave?
    816 Forest Ave in Elgin, IL last sold for $265,000 in March 2019.
  • 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 $331K. That is down $4.67K from the prior month.
  • Does 816 Forest Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 816 Forest Ave in Elgin, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 816 Forest Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 816 Forest Ave in Elgin, IL has in-unit laundry.

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