838 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
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OFF MARKET

$228,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths

838 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120

Lords Park
Est. Refi. Payment $1,708/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold May 12, 2000 for $48,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$228K
Since last month
Decreased$16K (-6.6%)
Since last year
Increased$16K (+7.8%)
Since last sale
Increased$173K (+356.9%)
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 +62% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
October 2026$222K
September 2026$237K
August 2026$221K
July 2026$226K
June 2026$234K
May 2026$230K
April 2026$218K
March 2026$222K
February 2026$210K
January 2026$190K
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2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
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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
0.08
Single-Family Home
$325,000
05/04/26
3
1
1,149
0.12
Single-Family Home
$309,900
09/23/26
3
2.5
1,874
0.37
Single-Family Home
$410,000
12/19/25
4
1.5
2,364
0.02
Single-Family Home
$395,000
09/11/26
3
2
1,533
0.38
Single-Family Home
$350,000
09/14/26
4
2
1,905
0.11
Single-Family Home
$310,000
01/08/26
3
1
1,400
0.53
Single-Family Home
$100,000
02/24/26
3
2
1,533
0.19
Single-Family Home
$380,000
10/15/26
4
2.5
1,450
0.09
Single-Family Home
$280,000
05/11/26
3
1
1,079
0.33
Single-Family Home
$319,900
03/12/26
3
1.5
1,100

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
0.00
$364,600
4
2
1,857
Off Market
0.01
$245,000
2
1
708
Off Market
0.02
$395,000
3
2
1,533
Recently Sold
0.02
-
-
-
-
Off Market
0.02
$367,700
3
3
1,284
Off Market
0.04
$271,000
Studio
-
-
Off Market
0.04
$425,500
4
3
2,560
Off Market
0.04
$412,900
5
2.5
2,632
Off Market
0.04
$297,300
3
3
1,782
Off Market
0.04
$266,700
3
3
1,782
Off Market
0.05
$467,400
4
3
3,094
Off Market
0.05
-
-
-
-
Off Market
0.05
$292,100
3
1
1,133
Off Market
0.05
$303,700
3
2
1,073
Off Market
0.05
$330,700
3
2.5
1,456
Off Market
0.05
$267,000
2
1
1,040
Recently Sold
0.05
$366,600
3
2
1,392
Off Market
0.05
$354,000
2
2
1,769
Off Market
0.06
$309,700
3
2
1,254
Off Market
0.06
$254,100
2
1
858
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
Garage

About this House

Single-Family 4 bedroom home near Lords park with a full basement and 2 car garage.
838 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom single-family home in Lords Park. It last sold for $48,500 on May 12, 2000. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $228,200, with a rent estimate of $2,787/month.

Home Details for 838 Forest Ave

Property Information

Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Interior Features

Interior Details
Types of Rooms: Laundry Room
Appliances & Utilities
Refrigerator

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8250 sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 12, 2000
Source: N/A
Sold
$48,500

Market trends in Elgin

Last updated September 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$330K
$1.67K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.2%
Price per sq ft
$204
$1
MoM
Available listings
245
19
MoM
Sourced by Trulia Market Trends

Neighborhood Overview

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What Locals Say about Lords Park

This October

Trick-or-Treat Score

Built from what locals say about Lords Park.
  • 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

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"
  • Moosiewho
    "Itโ€™s not safe. Weโ€™ve been broke into twice. Police arenโ€™t very helpful. Nor are most of them kind to victims of crime. They treat everyone like criminals. Upsetting."
  • Manuela A.
    "Itโ€™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 838 Forest Ave

  • What is 838 Forest Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 838 Forest Ave in Elgin, IL is $228,200.
  • What is the price history for 838 Forest Ave?
    838 Forest Ave in Elgin, IL last sold for $48,500 in May 2000.
  • Is Elgin a buyer's or seller's market?
    Elgin is currently a balanced market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Elgin?
    The median sale price in Elgin is $330K. That is down $1.67K from the prior month.
  • Does 838 Forest Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 838 Forest Ave in Elgin, IL has laundry facilities.
  • How big is the lot at 838 Forest Ave?
    The lot at 838 Forest Ave in Elgin, IL is about 0.19 acres (8,250 sq ft).

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