Closed
$265,000
681 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
3beds
1,045sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1875
8,712 Square Feet Lot
$288,100 Zestimate®
$254/sqft
$2,156 Estimated rent
Home value
$288,100
$274,000 - $303,000
$2,156/mo
Zestimate® history
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LOOKING FOR YOUR NEW HOME? LOOK NO FURTHER. HERE YOU HAVE A COMPLETELY REMODELED HOME! THE BIG TICKET ITEMS HAVE BEEN DONE FOR YOU!!! NEW TEARED OFF ARCHITECTURAL SHINGLES, NEW WINDOWS, INTERIOR AND EXTERIOR DOORS, NEW VINYL FLOORING, COMPLETELY REMODELED KITCHEN WITH QUARTZ COUNTER TOP & STAINLESS STEEL APPLIANCES, COMPLETELY REMODELED BATHROOM, FRESHLY PAINTED INSIDE & OUT, NEW WATER HEATER, NEW A/C & NEWER FURNACE!!! NOTHING TO DO BUT MOVE IN. EXCELLENT LOCATION CLOSE TO LORD'S PARK. NEAR MAJOR STREETS & STORES! LOW PROPERTY TAXES! DON'T MISS THE OPPORTUNITY!!!
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: June 26, 2023 at 06:13pm
Listing courtesy of:
Brenda Puga 847-373-1942,
Brenda E Puga
Bought with:
Monica Vargas
GREAT HOMES REAL ESTATE, INC.
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11789955
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X9
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X8
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Granite Counters), Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X6
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Office
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 80 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X08
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Unfinished,Exterior Entry,Storage Space,Partial
- Attic: Unfinished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,045 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: No Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 8,712 sqft
- Dimensions: 66X132
Details
- Parcel number: 0613281006
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Other
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1875
- Major remodel year: 2023
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Elgin
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/26/2023 | Sold | $265,000+3.9%$254/sqft |
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| 6/11/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
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| 5/28/2023 | Contingent | $255,000$244/sqft |
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| 5/23/2023 | Listed for sale | $255,000+104%$244/sqft |
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| 2/3/2023 | Sold | $125,000+0.1%$120/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,450 +25.9% | $63,606 +10.7% |
| 2023 | $3,535 -1.5% | $57,463 +9.7% |
| 2022 | $3,590 +5.9% | $52,396 +7% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Lords Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Lords Park Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.7 mi
- 3/10Ellis Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 2/10Elgin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 46
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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