About This Home

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 834 Forest Avenue in Elgin, IL is listed for $395,000 ($258 per sqft). Built in 1941, the home offers 1,533 sqft of living space on a N/A lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1941
  • 2 stories
  • 1 parking spaces
  • Fireplace

Property Details

2 stories
2 full
1-car garage
1941

Amenities

FireplaceHardwoodA/C
Listing Description

Adorable Cape Cod offering all the charm of yesteryear with the modern updates today's buyers love! The beautifully redesigned kitchen features quartz countertops, newer shaker-style cabinetry with exceptional storage, a farmhouse sink, stylish fixtures, an instant hot water tap, and a charming garden window.

Built-in cabinetry throughout the home adds both functionality and timeless character. The spacious country kitchen overlooks the living room, which could also serve as a formal dining room. French doors open to a cozy family room featuring gas log stove, creating the perfect gathering space.

Large picture windows in the family room, kitchen, and office provide panoramic views of the picturesque, fenced backyard. The private office offers its own entrance and pocket doors, making it ideal for working from home or meeting clients. Both bathrooms have been tastefully updated, and beautiful hardwood floors run throughout the home.

The basement provides ample space for storage and recreation and includes updated drain tile for added peace of mind. Newer windows, appliances, and mechanical systems reflect the exceptional care and maintenance this home has received over the years.

An additional lot offers outstanding potential for future expansion or the opportunity to subdivide and build. Surrounded by towering mature trees, the backyard has a peaceful, park-like setting. Best of all, the home is located just down the street from beautiful Lord's Park, where you can enjoy walking trails, gardens, and year-round recreation.

Monthly Cost Estimate

$2,113/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$286
Interest$1,712
Insurance$115

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

834 Forest Avenue

Elgin, IL 60120

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

PantryQuartz Counters

Property Details

Flooring

Hardwood

Construction

Vinyl Siding

Outdoor Features

Patio

Parking

OpenGarage

Heating

Natural GasForced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorStainless Steel Appliance(s)

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 834 Forest Avenue is listed at $395,000 ($258/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $2,112 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1941, 2 stories, 1 parking spaces, Fireplace. Interior Features: Pantry, Quartz Counters.

This property is listed by Noreen Plaga.

NP

Noreen Plaga

Agent at HomeSmart Connect Real Estate

Listed by HomeSmart Connect Real Estate · Broker phone: (847) 495-5000 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

MLS# 12724020· Source: Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC· 86 days on PropertySimple

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834 Forest Avenue, Elgin, IL 60120

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