819 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
OFF MARKET

$395,900

Trulia Estimate
  • 5 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,200 sqft (on 0.56 acres)

819 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120

Lords Park
Est. Refi. Payment $2,799/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Dec 28, 2023 for $325,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$396K
Since last month
Decreased$300 (-0.1%)
Since last year
Increased$24K (+6.4%)
Since last sale
Increased$71K (+21.9%)
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 +121% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$396K
August 2026$396K
July 2026$397K
June 2026$400K
May 2026$402K
April 2026$392K
March 2026$389K
February 2026$377K
January 2026$371K
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
134 N Porter St, Elgin, IL
0.51
Single-Family Home
$327,000
07/02/26
5
3
2,480
17 S Liberty St, Elgin, IL
0.41
Single-Family Home
$325,000
07/13/26
4
2
2,377
301 Illinois Ave, Elgin, IL
0.52
Single-Family Home
$315,000
01/22/26
4
1.5
2,613
899 Carl Ave, Elgin, IL
0.44
Single-Family Home
$330,000
03/04/26
4
2.5
1,416
650 Park St, Elgin, IL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$410,000
12/19/25
4
1.5
2,364
1002 Bruce Dr, Elgin, IL
0.40
Single-Family Home
$410,000
02/26/26
3
2
1,671
832 Bode Rd, Elgin, IL
0.05
Single-Family Home
$280,000
05/11/26
3
1
1,079
600 E Chicago St, Elgin, IL
0.41
Single-Family Home
$420,000
10/10/25
5
2.5
3,920
585 Park St, Elgin, IL
0.44
Single-Family Home
$417,888
05/22/26
4
2.5
3,187
34 Highbury Dr, Elgin, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$392,000
07/01/26
4
2.5
1,896

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
832 Bode Rd, Elgin, IL 60120
0.05
$280,000
3
1
1,079
Recently Sold
75 Willard Ave #4, Elgin, IL 60120
0.08
$75,000
Studio
1
600
Recently Sold
75 Willard Ave #8, Elgin, IL 60120
0.08
$99,800
Studio
1
478
Off Market
821 Bode Rd #1, Elgin, IL 60120
0.09
$135,700
1
1
-
Off Market
821 Bode Rd #15, Elgin, IL 60120
0.09
$83,000
1
1
-
Recently Sold
821 Bode Rd #4, Elgin, IL 60120
0.09
$99,000
1
1
700
For Sale
833 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.05
$267,000
2
1
1,040
Recently Sold
800 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
0.05
$312,000
2
2
1,248
Off Market
764 Terrace Ct #A, Elgin, IL 60120
0.10
$170,000
2
1
864
Recently Sold
844 Bode Rd, Elgin, IL 60120
0.09
$326,000
2
1
1,029
Recently Sold
765 Terrace Ct #309, Elgin, IL 60120
0.14
$152,800
2
1
750
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 819 Forest Ave.
  • Schools1 Preschool School1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1954
0.56 acre lot
2,200 sqft
$180/sqft
2 Car Garage

About this House

Sprawling 5 bedroom (2 down)/3 bathroom, all brick ranch home with great location on over a half acre lot (122 by 200') with attached oversized 2 car garage. Lower level has 2 bedrooms with full bathroom and kitchen plus amazing walk out to large back yard. Great set up for large or extended families. Home is on public water and sewer. Lovely lot in a beautiful & serene neighborhood. Property has 2 PINS
819 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120 is a 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,200 sqft single-family home in Lords Park, built in 1954. It last sold for $325,000 on Dec 28, 2023 (7% below the $350,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $395,900, with a rent estimate of $3,486/month.
Last check for updates: about 12 hours ago
Listed by Mary Shanley Aloisio, (773) 332-0035
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bob Aloisio, (847) 727-9849
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with: Sharon Falco, CSC, (630) 244-8787, RE/MAX Central Inc.
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11933440

Home Details for 819 Forest Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished,Full,Walk-Out AccessNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Kitchen 2 Nd, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2200 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 2Fireplace: Family Room, Living RoomHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability Access
View
No View

Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1954
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionHas Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 06181060050000Additional Parcels Description: 06181060040000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $350,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Nov 24 2023Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

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

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 3700 Square Feet

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.56 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 11933440Activation Date: Fri Nov 24 2023

Additional Information

Source Internet Automated Valuation DisplaySource Internet Consumer CommentMRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Dec 28, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11933440
Sold
$325,000
Dec 18, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11933440
Pending
$350,000
Nov 24, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11933440
Contingent
$350,000
Nov 24, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11933440
Listed For Sale
$350,000
May 13, 2005
Source: N/A
Sold
$190,000

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

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

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Click here for more information

Frequently asked questions about 819 Forest Ave

  • What is 819 Forest Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 819 Forest Ave in Elgin, IL is $395,900.
  • What is the price history for 819 Forest Ave?
    819 Forest Ave in Elgin, IL last sold for $325,000 in December 2023.
  • 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 819 Forest Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 819 Forest Ave in Elgin, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 819 Forest Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 819 Forest Ave in Elgin, IL has laundry facilities.

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