Elgin, Illinois, is a vibrant city located about 35 miles northwest of Chicago along the Fox River, known for its rich history and dynamic community. With a population of around 110,000, Elgin blends small-town charm with urban conveniences, offering a diverse array of attractions like the historic Elgin Tower Building and the scenic Gail Borden Public Library. The city is a hub for arts and culture, hosting events at the Hemmens Cultural Center and boasting a thriving local music scene. Elgin’s revitalized downtown features trendy restaurants, craft breweries, and boutique shops, while its extensive parks and trails, such as Lords Park and the Fox River Trail, cater to outdoor enthusiasts. With excellent schools, a strong economy, and easy access to Chicago via Metra, Elgin is an appealing destination for families and professionals seeking a balanced lifestyle.
Elgin currently has 254 single family homes for sale with an average list price of $481,328.41, 37 townhouses for sale with an average list price of $322,694.57, 27 condos for sale with an average list price of $263,751.44, and 33 lots for sale with an average list price of $537,524.24. The average annual property tax for Elgin is $6,042.89.
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Using the absorption rate, we can determine how long it's taking for homes to sell and which price points are selling the fastest in Elgin, i.e. what's hot and what's not.
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Big Timber Road | Line(s): Milwaukee District / West Line (MD-W) | 2025 Big Timber Rd., Elgin | View Commute | |
Elgin | Line(s): Milwaukee District / West Line (MD-W) | 109 Chicago St., Elgin | View Commute | |
National Street | Line(s): Milwaukee District / West Line (MD-W) | 85 National St., Elgin | View Commute |
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Almora HeightsAlmora Heights is a single-family home community in Elgin, Illinois, built between 1957 and 1979. It currently has no homes for sale. The homes range in size from 832 ft2 to 2,616 ft2. The average annual property tax for Almora Heights is $5,054.22. It is located in Kane County. Almora Heights is a single family home neighborhood built in the early 1960s. Almora Heights is located in Elgin, Illinois on Randell Road South of Highland. ... Read more |
Median Price: $337,500 |
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Bent Tree VillageBent Tree Village is a single-family home and townhouse community in Elgin, Illinois, built between 1985 and 1988. It currently has no homes for sale. The homes range in size from 1,436 ft2 to 2,143 ft2. The average annual property tax for Bent Tree Village is $4,913.82. It is located in Cook County. Bent Tree Village is a single family home and duplex neighborhood built in the mid 1980s. Bent Tree Village is located in Elgin, Illinois on Blackhawk and Marbilyn. ... Read more |
Median Price: $342,000 |
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Berner EstatesBerner Estates is a single-family home community in Elgin, Illinois, built between 1958 and 1992. It currently has 1 lot for sale with a list price of $199,000. The homes range in size from 2,328 ft2 to 3,347 ft2. The average annual property tax for Berner Estates is $8,149.82. It is located in Cook County. Berner Estates is a subdivision of single family homes built in the late 2010s. Berner Estates is located in Elgin south of Shoe Factory Road and west of Rohrssen Road. ... Read more |
Median Price: $525,000 |
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Big Timber AcresBig Timber Acres is a single-family home community in Elgin, Illinois, built between 1978 and 1980. It currently has 1 single family home for sale with a list price of $360,000. The homes range in size from 1,288 ft2 to 2,900 ft2. The average annual property tax for Big Timber Acres is $5,025.20. It is located in Kane County. Big Timber Acres is a subdivision of single family homes built in the 1970s and 1980s. Big Timber Acres is located in Elgin, Illinois west of Coombs Road and south of Big Timber Road. ... Read more |
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BlackhawkBlackhawk is a single-family home community in Elgin, Illinois, built between 1954 and 1966. It currently has no homes for sale. The homes range in size from 957 ft2 to 8,246 ft2. The average annual property tax for Blackhawk is $4,389.06. It is located in Cook County. Blackhawk is a single family home subdivision built in the 1950s and 1960s. Blackhawk is located in Elgin, Illinois north of Congdon Avenue and east of Dundee. ... Read more |
Median Price: $295,000 |
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Elgin home sales for the month of June decreased in volume by 20.8% when compared to last year, while the median sale price rose by 16.9% from $325,000 to $379,900. House sales decreased by 18.9%, while the median sale price decreased by 4.8% from $420,000 to $400,000. Condo sales decreased by 58.3%, while the median sale price rose by 17.2% from $209,000 to $245,000. Townhouse sales decreased by 8.7%, while the median sale price decreased by 1.6% from $304,900 to $299,900.
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New Homes For Sale This Week in Elgin: July 18th to July 24th - July 25, 2025Elgin had 33 new homes for sale during the week of Friday, July 18 to Thursday, July 24, including including 24 single family homes for sale with an average list ... continue reading |
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New Construction Homes For Sale This Week in Elgin: July 16th to July 22nd - July 23, 2025Elgin had 3 new construction homes during the week of Wednesday, July 16 to Tuesday, July 22, including 3 single family homes for sale with an average list price of ... continue reading |
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Homes Just Sold in Elgin: July 15th to July 21st - July 22, 2025Elgin had 26 sales during the week of Tuesday, July 15 to Monday, July 21, including including 16 single family homes for sale with an average list price of $445,181.19, ... continue reading |
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New Homes with Master Bedrooms on the 1st Floor in Elgin: July 12th to July 18th - July 19, 2025Elgin had 15 new homes for sale with a master bedroom on the first floor during the month of Saturday, July 12 to Friday, July 18, including 13 single ... continue reading |
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New Homes For Sale This Week in Elgin: July 11th to July 17th - July 18, 2025Elgin had 53 new homes for sale during the week of Friday, July 11 to Thursday, July 17, including including 36 single family homes for sale with an average list ... continue reading |
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