968 Cookane Ave
Elgin, IL 60120
Southeast Elgin- 2 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 780 sqft (on 0.34 acres)
2 Beds
2 Baths
780 sqft
(on 0.34 acres)
Home Value
Trulia Estimate
$252KSince last month
Increased$1K (+0.4%)Since last year
Increased$18K (+7.8%)Since last sale
Increased$108K (+74.1%)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 +164% in the last 10 years
| Month | Estimated value |
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2026 | |
| August 2026 | $253K |
| July 2026 | $252K |
| June 2026 | $258K |
| May 2026 | $255K |
| April 2026 | $248K |
| March 2026 | $245K |
| February 2026 | $237K |
| January 2026 | $233K |
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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 |
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0.13 | Single-Family Home | $201,500 | 10/29/25 | 2 | 2 | 1,080 | |
0.28 | Single-Family Home | $84,000 | 02/09/26 | 2 | 2 | 857 | |
0.29 | Single-Family Home | $219,900 | 08/29/25 | 2 | 1.5 | 685 | |
0.12 | Single-Family Home | $185,000 | 02/26/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,032 | |
0.19 | Single-Family Home | $195,000 | 08/22/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,200 | |
0.16 | Single-Family Home | $220,000 | 11/17/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,065 | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | $257,000 | 10/09/25 | 2 | 1 | 960 | |
0.11 | Single-Family Home | $270,000 | 01/16/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,090 | |
0.20 | Single-Family Home | $200,000 | 09/17/25 | 3 | 1 | 1,149 | |
0.21 | Single-Family Home | $261,000 | 06/26/26 | 3 | 1 | 1,540 |
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 |
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0.04 | $339,600 | 3 | 2 | 1,476 | Off Market | |
0.06 | $280,800 | 3 | 1 | 1,398 | Off Market | |
0.11 | $270,000 | 3 | 1 | 1,090 | Recently Sold | |
0.09 | $450,100 | 5 | 2.5 | 1,826 | Off Market | |
0.12 | $185,000 | 3 | 1 | 1,032 | Recently Sold | |
0.13 | $201,500 | 2 | 2 | 1,080 | Recently Sold | |
0.15 | $287,400 | 4 | 2 | 1,100 | Off Market | |
0.16 | $220,000 | 3 | 1 | 1,065 | Recently Sold | |
0.16 | $316,000 | 5 | 2 | 2,088 | Recently Sold | |
0.18 | $225,000 | 2 | 1 | 973 | Recently Sold | |
0.19 | $203,300 | 3 | 1 | 1,200 | Off Market | |
0.20 | $290,200 | 3 | 1 | 1,105 | Off Market |
Local Information
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Home Highlights
Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1919
Lot Size
0.34 acres
Living Area
780 sqft
Price/Sqft
$323
About this House
Welcoming home with enclosed porch, formal living room and dining room, 1st floor bedrooms, shared full bath, full basement and a 2 car detached garage. Exterior access to yard off of the mud room. Kitchen with plenty of cabinet space. Neighborhood park within walking distance. Large yard for entertaining. Lots of potential in this unique home!
968 Cookane Ave, Elgin, IL 60120 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 780 sqft single-family home in Southeast Elgin, built in 1919. It last sold for $145,500 on Aug 21, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $251,900, with a rent estimate of $1,854/month.
Home Details for 968 Cookane Ave
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Interior Details BasementAdditional StorageNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Dining RoomStorage |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Floors: Tile, Laminate |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: OtherExterior: StuccoPatioPorch |
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Year Built Year Built: 1919 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other |
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Units in Building: 1 |
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Lot Area: 0.34 acres |
Price and Tax history
| Date | Event | Price |
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Aug 21, 2020 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10769196 | Sold | $145,500 |
Jan 29, 2018 Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09774917 | Sold | $100,000 |
Jan 3, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | Pending | $100,000 |
Jan 3, 2018 Source: Agent Provided | PendingToActive | $100,000 |
Dec 24, 2017 Source: Agent Provided | Pending | $100,000 |
Dec 8, 2017 Source: Agent Provided | PendingToActive | $100,000 |
Oct 31, 2017 Source: Agent Provided | Pending | $100,000 |
Oct 11, 2017 Source: Agent Provided | Listed For Sale | $100,000 |
| Year | Property tax | Tax assessment |
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| 2025 | $4,022 | $182,163 |
Home facts updated by county records
Market trends in Elgin
Last updated July 2026
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
What Locals Say about Southeast Elgin
At least 25 Trulia users voted on each feature.
84 % Say car is needed
83 % Say it's dog friendly
79 % Say parking is easy
77 % Say yards are well-kept
75 % Say there are sidewalks
62 % Say people would walk alone at night
60 % Say kids play outside
60 % Say there's holiday spirit
59 % Say streets are well-lit
58 % Say there's wildlife
58 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
50 % Say it's quiet
47 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
47 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
46 % Say neighbors are friendly
14 % Say there are community events
Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
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Frequently asked questions about 968 Cookane Ave
- What is 968 Cookane Ave estimated to be worth?Trulia's estimated value for 968 Cookane Ave in Elgin, IL is $251,900.
- What is the price history for 968 Cookane Ave?968 Cookane Ave in Elgin, IL last sold for $145,500 in August 2020.
- 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 968 Cookane Ave have air conditioning?Yes, 968 Cookane Ave in Elgin, IL has air conditioning.
- How big is the lot at 968 Cookane Ave?The lot at 968 Cookane Ave in Elgin, IL is about 0.34 acres (15,015 sq ft).