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.
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$267,000
833 Forest Ave, Elgin, IL 60120
2beds
1,040sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
0.3 Acres Lot
$271,200 Zestimate®
$257/sqft
$2,097 Estimated rent
Home value
$271,200
$247,000 - $298,000
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Mature shade treesUpdated bathroomFresh paintNewer guttersPlenty of outdoor spaceBright layoutPaved very low-traffic street
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Listing updated:
Listing courtesy of:
Esther Zamudio, GRI,SRES 847-508-7500,
Zamudio Realty Group
Bought with:
Hannah Miller
Siwy Real Estate, Inc.
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12549142
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: COMBO
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X10
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 30 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X5
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X15
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Unit, Laundry Closet
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Attic: Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,040
- Total interior livable area: 1,040 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Asphalt, No Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.30 Acres
- Dimensions: 200 X 66
- Features: Wooded
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 06181060080000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar, Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Street Paved
Location
- Region: Elgin
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: FHA
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/23/2026 | Sold | $267,000+2.7%$257/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12549142 Report a problem | ||
| 2/19/2026 | Contingent | $259,900$250/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12549142 Report a problem | ||
| 2/10/2026 | Listed for sale | $259,900$250/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12549142 Report a problem | ||
| 2/4/2026 | Contingent | $259,900$250/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12549142 Report a problem | ||
| 1/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $259,900+116.6%$250/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12549142 Report a problem | ||
| 8/31/2017 | Sold | $120,000+0.1%$115/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09658943 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2017 | Pending sale | $119,900$115/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 1st Class Homes #09658943 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2017 | Listed for sale | $119,900+118%$115/sqft |
Source: Century 21 1st Class Homes #09658943 Report a problem | ||
| 11/1/2011 | Sold | $55,000-15.3%$53/sqft |
Source: Baird & Warnerc #07865222_60120 Report a problem | ||
| 7/27/2011 | Listed for sale | $64,900$62/sqft |
Source: Baird & Warner Real Estate #07865222 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $19,000 +0% |
| 2023 | $4,515 +3.6% | $18,999 |
| 2022 | $4,358 +26.5% | $18,999 +42.5% |
| 2021 | $3,446 -1.6% | $13,331 |
| 2020 | $3,503 -1.1% | $13,331 -11% |
| 2019 | $3,540 +12.4% | $14,979 +17.9% |
| 2018 | $3,148 -0.3% | $12,702 |
| 2017 | $3,159 -2.9% | $12,702 |
| 2016 | $3,252 +2.4% | $12,702 +8.9% |
| 2015 | $3,176 +2.6% | $11,662 |
| 2014 | $3,094 +4.1% | $11,662 |
| 2013 | $2,973 -25.7% | $11,662 -26.4% |
| 2012 | $4,001 -9.6% | $15,845 |
| 2011 | $4,427 +94.9% | $15,845 |
| 2010 | $2,271 -26.5% | $15,845 -17.4% |
| 2009 | $3,091 +46.9% | $19,193 -7% |
| 2008 | $2,104 -7% | $20,638 |
| 2007 | $2,262 -4.9% | $20,638 +45.5% |
| 2006 | $2,379 +2.5% | $14,184 |
| 2005 | $2,321 -7.1% | $14,184 |
| 2004 | $2,499 -4.6% | $14,184 +10.5% |
| 2003 | $2,621 +9.7% | $12,836 |
| 2002 | $2,389 +7.8% | $12,836 |
| 2001 | $2,215 +2.1% | $12,836 +11.8% |
| 2000 | $2,169 +0.4% | $11,479 |
| 1999 | $2,161 | $11,479 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: Lords Park
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 4/10Lords Park Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-6Distance: 0.5 mi
- 4/10Ellis Middle SchoolGrades: 7-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 2/10Elgin High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.1 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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- Illinois
- Cook County
- Elgin
- 60120
- Lords Park
- 833 Forest Ave
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