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 228 single family homes for sale with an average list price of $507,589.90, 30 townhouses for sale with an average list price of $332,623.33, 25 condos for sale with an average list price of $213,184, and 24 lots for sale with an average list price of $697,162.50. The average annual property tax for Elgin is $6,234.33.
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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 1974. It currently has 1 single family home for sale with a list price of $439,900. The homes range in size from 832 ft2 to 2,358 ft2. The HOA fees range from $25 to $25 per month. The average annual property tax for Almora Heights is $5,060.22. 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: $362,450 |
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Bent Tree VillageBent Tree Village is a single-family home, condo, and townhouse community in Elgin, Illinois, built between 1982 and 1989. It currently has no homes for sale. The homes range in size from 952 ft2 to 2,143 ft2. The average annual property tax for Bent Tree Village is $4,569.68. 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. It currently has no homes for sale. The homes range in size from 3,200 ft2 to 3,255 ft2. The average annual property tax for Berner Estates is $8,009.41. 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 |
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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 no homes for sale. 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 |
Median Price: $360,000 |
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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 |
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Elgin home sales for the month of April decreased in volume by 19.7% when compared to last year, while the median sale price rose by 14.2% from $335,000 to $382,500. House sales decreased by 12.2%, while the median sale price rose by 17.2% from $362,500 to $425,000. Condo sales decreased by 50%, while the median sale price decreased by 6.3% from $258,750 to $242,502.50. Townhouse sales decreased by 35%, while the median sale price decreased by 1.3% from $311,500 to $307,500.
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New Homes with Master Bedrooms on the 1st Floor in Elgin: April 25th to May 1st - May 2, 2026Elgin had 15 new homes for sale with a master bedroom on the first floor during the month of Saturday, April 25 to Friday, May 1, including 11 single ... continue reading |
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New Homes For Sale This Week in Elgin: April 24th to April 30th - May 1, 2026Elgin had 31 new homes for sale during the week of Friday, April 24 to Thursday, April 30, including including 25 single family homes for sale with an average list ... continue reading |
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New Construction Homes For Sale This Week in Elgin: April 22nd to April 28th - April 29, 2026Elgin had only 1 new construction home during the week of Wednesday, April 22 to Tuesday, April 28, and it was a single family home for sale with a list ... continue reading |
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Homes Just Sold in Elgin: April 21st to April 27th - April 28, 2026Elgin had 14 sales during the week of Tuesday, April 21 to Monday, April 27, including including 9 single family homes for sale with an average list price of $464,055.56, ... continue reading |
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New Homes with Master Bedrooms on the 1st Floor in Elgin: April 18th to April 24th - April 25, 2026Elgin had 8 new homes for sale with a master bedroom on the first floor during the month of Saturday, April 18 to Friday, April 24, including 5 single ... continue reading |
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