Welcome home to this charming classic single-family residence nestled on a spacious half-acre lot in Elgin! This well-appointed 4-bedroom, 2+ bath home offers the timeless character and solid craftsmanship that today's buyers are looking for. The generous lot provides plenty of room to entertain, garden, or simply enjoy the outdoors - a rare find in this price range. Inside, you'll find a functional and inviting floor plan with four comfortable bedrooms, giving you the space and flexibility for families of any size. The full basement offers tremendous potential - whether you envision a recreation room, home office, gym, or additional storage, the possibilities are endless. Situated on a lovely street in Elgin, this home checks all the boxes for commuters and busy families alike, with quick and convenient access to I-90, putting the greater Chicagoland area within easy reach. Whether you're heading downtown or out to the suburbs, you'll love how easy the drive is from your front door. Classic, spacious, and ideally located - this is the one you've been waiting for.
Contingent
$410,000
1006 Forest Dr, Elgin, IL 60123
4beds
2,009sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1961
0.47 Acres Lot
$408,900 Zestimate®
$204/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Four comfortable bedroomsSpacious half-acre lotLovely street in elginFull basement
- 23 days |
- 1,624 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Jeffrey Johnson 847-833-4210,
Charles Rutenberg Realty of IL
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12660273
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom 4
- Level: Basement
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 220 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X10
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X13
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Finished,Unfinished,Sub-Basement,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Basement
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,009 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Yes, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 0.47 Acres
- Dimensions: 124 x 166
Details
- Parcel number: 0603226006
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1961
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Elgin
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $204/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $323,463
- Annual tax amount: $8,629
- Date on market: 6/12/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$408,900
$388,000 - $429,000
$3,021/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/1/2026 | Contingent | $410,000$204/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12660273 Report a problem | ||
| 6/12/2026 | Listed for sale | $410,000+243.1%$204/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12660273 Report a problem | ||
| 10/14/2011 | Sold | $119,500$59/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07876538 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,629 +3.9% | $107,821 +10.7% |
| 2023 | $8,304 +7.8% | $97,408 +9.7% |
| 2022 | $7,702 +4% | $88,819 +7% |
| 2021 | $7,409 +2.5% | $83,039 +4.8% |
| 2020 | $7,230 +2.5% | $79,273 +5% |
| 2019 | $7,053 +0.3% | $75,512 +6.2% |
| 2018 | $7,033 +1.7% | $71,137 +5.8% |
| 2017 | $6,917 +4% | $67,250 +7.8% |
| 2016 | $6,654 | $62,390 +9.1% |
| 2015 | -- | $57,186 +2.1% |
| 2014 | -- | $55,988 -2.6% |
| 2013 | -- | $57,465 -6.2% |
| 2012 | -- | $61,268 -10.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $68,586 -9.6% |
| 2010 | -- | $75,911 -6.7% |
| 2009 | -- | $81,379 -6.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $86,903 +3.3% |
| 2007 | -- | $84,111 +4.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $80,729 +6.5% |
| 2005 | -- | $75,809 +6.8% |
| 2004 | -- | $71,009 +7.8% |
| 2003 | -- | $65,877 +8% |
| 2002 | -- | $60,997 +7.4% |
| 2001 | -- | $56,768 +5.1% |
| 2000 | -- | $54,023 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: Century Oaks
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Century Oaks Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.4 mi
- 3/10Kimball Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 3/10Larkin High SchoolGrades: PK,9-12Distance: 2.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Century Oaks Elementary School
- Middle: Kimball Middle School
- High: Larkin High School
- 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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- Illinois
- Kane County
- Elgin
- 60123
- Century Oaks
- 1006 Forest Dr
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