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$462,830$206 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $262,000 on Nov 24, 2020

1230 FOREST DR

ELGIN, IL 60123
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,245 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
1.14 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1978
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
7
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
4
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$463K
$443K low$482K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$262,000 · Nov 24, 2020

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$10,249 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$134,340 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$33,144
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$101,196
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$123,736
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$403,181

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.9 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.6%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Residential (General/Single)
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
CountyKANE
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Gas
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Yes
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(4)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Foreclosure Filings(5)

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Century Oaks Elementary SchoolC+
Elementary · Grades KG–6 · 0.3 mi
M
Kimball Middle SchoolD+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.6 mi
H
Larkin High SchoolD+
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.3 mi

District: School District U-46

Neighborhood · ZIP 60123These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.119
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.47

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.17%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.47,601
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.3,451 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$75,944
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$100,813
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

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How this home compares

1230 Forest Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 93% of homes in Elgin 60123
  • Bigger than 86% of homes in Elgin 60123
  • Among the largest lots in Elgin 60123

What homes are worth in Elgin 60123

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$151K$513K

This home is worth more than 93% of homes in Elgin 60123.

How it measures up in Elgin 60123

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Elgin 60123.

Estimated value$462,830
CheaperTypical $303,483Pricier

Pricier than 93% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$206
CheaperTypical $207Pricier

Pricier than 49% of homes nearby

Living area2,245 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,483 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 86% of homes nearby

Lot size1.14 ac
SmallerTypical 0.21 acBigger

Bigger than almost all homes nearby

Year built1978
OlderTypical 1970Newer

Newer than 60% of homes nearby

How 1230 Forest Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeElgin 60123Kane County
Estimated valuepricier than$462,83093% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$20649% of homes42% of homes
Living areabigger than2,245 ft²86% of homes70% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.14 acalmost all homes93% of homes
Year builtnewer than197860% of homes47% of homes

About 1230 Forest Dr

How much is 1230 Forest Dr, Elgin, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1230 Forest Dr, Elgin, IL is $462,830 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $443,285 to $482,375. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1230 Forest Dr, Elgin, IL last sell?

1230 Forest Dr, Elgin, IL last sold on Nov 24, 2020 for $262,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1230 Forest Dr, Elgin, IL?

1230 Forest Dr, Elgin, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms and 2,245 square feet of living space.

When was 1230 Forest Dr, Elgin, IL built?

1230 Forest Dr, Elgin, IL was built in 1978, making it 48 years old. It is a split level home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 1230 Forest Dr, Elgin, IL?

1230 Forest Dr, Elgin, IL is assigned to Century Oaks Elementary School (elementary), rated C+; Kimball Middle School (middle), rated D+; Larkin High School (high), rated D+. All sit in School District U-46. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1230 Forest Dr, Elgin, IL compare to other homes in Elgin 60123?

Among the 12,912 homes in Elgin 60123, it is worth more than 93% of them ($462,830 against a typical $303,483), its price per square foot is higher than 49% of them ($206 against a typical $207), it is bigger than 86% of them (2,245 ft² against a typical 1,483 ft²), its lot is bigger than almost all of them (1.14 ac against a typical 0.21 ac) and it is newer than 60% of them (1978 against a typical 1970). Measured against all of Kane County, it is worth more than 67% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1230 Forest Dr, Elgin, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1230 Forest Dr, Elgin, IL was $10,249. The county assessed it at $134,340.

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