Sold22d on market
833 Forest Ave
Elgin, IL, 60120 • Lords Park • Cook County
$267,000
$257/sqft
2Beds
1Baths
1,040Sqft
0.3 acLot
1949Built
Property DNA
Ranch Style
Built 1949 · 77 years of history
Outdoor Living
Patio
1 Fireplace
Wood Burning · Living Room
Shed(s)
Shed(s)
1-Car Garage
Asphalt · No Garage · Yes · Garage Owned · Attached · Garage
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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People checking out this listing
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22 days on market
Recently listed
$257/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1949
Welcome to this charming ranch on a deep, wooded lot just under 1/3 acre (approx. 0.30 acre) in Elgin, only about a block from Lords Park, featuring a public pool, museum, small zoo, playground, tennis courts, and running/bicycle trails. Tucked on a paved, very low-traffic street, this home offers a peaceful setting while still being close to parks, schools, shopping, and commuter routes. This cozy 2-bedroom home features ~1,040 sq ft of comfortable living space with a bright layout, a spacious living room, and an attached 1-car garage. Recent improvements include a newer roof, newer gutters, fresh paint, updated flooring, and an updated bathroom, making it a great move-in option with room to add your personal touch. Enjoy the rare lot size with mature shade trees and plenty of outdoor space-an ideal combination of location, privacy, and land. Property conveyed as-is.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights mature shade trees, updated bathroom, and fresh paint as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,671/month
Principal & Interest$1,315
Property Tax$267
Insurance$89
Down payment20% ($53,400)
3%50%
Est. 6.25% rate · 30yr fixed · $213,600 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1949
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
Parking1 Attached Garage space
Lot0.30 Acres
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleRanch
Year built1949
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionCedar, Frame
Water / SewerPublic / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingAsphalt, No Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Garage1 spaces
BasementCrawl Space
Fireplaces1
Lot0.30 Acres
Location & Tax
NeighborhoodLords Park
Annual tax$4,699
Parcel0618106008
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
Features & details
14 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Range
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Gas Water Heater
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
In Unit
Laundry Closet
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Living Room
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Asphalt
No Garage
Yes
Garage Owned
Attached
Garage
Construction
Cedar
Frame
Patio & Porch
Patio
Lot Features
Wooded
Community
Street Paved
Security
Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Other Equipment
Ceiling Fan(s)
Other Structures
Shed(s)
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Main15×13 ft195 sqft
Flooring (Wood Laminate)
Bedroom2
Main14×10 ft140 sqft
Flooring (Wood Laminate)
Bedroom3
Bedroom4
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusSold
Days on market22
Est. value$267,100
Est. rent$2,092/mo
Tax rate1.99%
Price/sqft$257
On marketJan 17, 2026
PostedJan 17, 2026
Last sold$267,000
MLS statusClosed
MLS updatedMar 24, 2026
Tour days6
Views133
Favorites2
How are the schools in Elgin?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Elgin, IL, 60120
Price history
10 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 23, 2026Sold$267,000$257MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 19, 2026Contingent$259,900$250MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 10, 2026Listed For Sale$259,900$250MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Feb 4, 2026Contingent$259,900$250MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jan 17, 2026Listed For Sale$259,900$250MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Aug 31, 2017Sold$120,000$115MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 19, 2017Pending Sale$119,900$115CENTURY 21 1st Class Homes
Jun 14, 2017Listed For Sale$119,900$115Century 21 1st Class Homes
Nov 1, 2011Sold$55,000$53Baird & Warnerc
Jul 27, 2011Listed For Sale$64,900$62Baird & Warner Real Estate
Sold$267,000
Mar 23, 2026•$257/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$259,900
Feb 19, 2026•$250/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$259,900
Feb 10, 2026•$250/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Contingent$259,900
Feb 4, 2026•$250/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$259,900
Jan 17, 2026•$250/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$120,000
Aug 31, 2017•$115/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$119,900
Jun 19, 2017•$115/sqft•CENTURY 21 1st Class Homes
Listed For Sale$119,900
Jun 14, 2017•$115/sqft•Century 21 1st Class Homes
Sold$55,000
Nov 1, 2011•$53/sqft•Baird & Warnerc
Listed For Sale$64,900
Jul 27, 2011•$62/sqft•Baird & Warner Real Estate
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 15, 2023$4,515$18,999
Apr 15, 2022$4,358$18,999
Apr 15, 2021$3,446$13,331
Apr 15, 2020$3,503$13,331
Apr 15, 2019$3,540$14,979
Apr 15, 2018$3,148$12,702
Apr 15, 2017$3,159$12,702
Apr 15, 2016$3,252$12,702
Apr 15, 2015$3,176$11,662
Apr 15, 2014$3,094$11,662
Apr 15, 2013$2,973$11,662
Apr 15, 2012$4,001$15,845
Apr 15, 2011$4,427$15,845
Apr 15, 2010$2,271$15,845
Apr 15, 2009$3,091$19,193
Apr 15, 2008$2,104$20,638
Apr 15, 2007$2,262$20,638
Apr 15, 2006$2,379$14,184
Apr 15, 2005$2,321$14,184
Apr 15, 2004$2,499$14,184
Apr 15, 2003$2,621$12,836
Apr 15, 2002$2,389$12,836
Apr 15, 2001$2,215$12,836
Apr 15, 2000$2,169$11,479
Apr 15, 1999$2,161$11,479
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Elgin, IL • Cook County
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Nearby zip codes
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