Matt Lysien
Suburban Life Realty, Ltd
(224) 315-8087
522 Total Sales
3 in Century Oaks
$220K - $340K Price Range
1121 Forest Dr Elgin, IL 60123
Century Oaks NeighborhoodEstimated Value: $406,000 - $458,000
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,860
Sq Ft
$236/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Ranch Style House
- Screened Porch
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Wood Flooring
- Beamed Ceilings
About This Home
As of November 2025MOVE-IN READY ranch with new roof, vaulted ceilings, and good vibes! 1121 Forest Drive offers one-story living with vaulted, beamed ceilings on a beautiful property with mature shade trees. A formal entry welcomes you in and to the heart of the home-- the large living room with soaring ceilings, built-ins, plantation shutters, and fireplace. The spacious kitchen includes abundant counter space, a breakfast bar, plus an eating area with banquette and is a chef's dream! Enjoy meals in the formal dining room or the large screened porch when the weather allows. The primary bedroom includes a recently remodeled ensuite and the full hallway bathroom services the other two bedrooms. A large laundry room is located off of the garage, providing convenience and easy accessibility. Plenty of storage in the unfinished partial basement that also includes a fireplace-- primed for your ideas. Other features: 2-car attached garage, driveway with additional parking, large fenced-in yard, shed and new roof in 2023!
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,209
Year Built
- Built in 1962
Lot Details
- 20,909 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 28x88x12x179x67x65x186
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,860 Sq Ft Home
- Built-In Features
- Bookcases
- Beamed Ceilings
- Vaulted Ceiling
- Plantation Shutters
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Breakfast Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Screened Porch
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Oven
- Cooktop
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Disposal
- Fireplace in Kitchen
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Partial Basement
- Fireplace in Basement
Outdoor Features
- Screened Patio
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
- Century Oaks East Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 2, 2025
Closed on
Nov 25, 2025
Sold by
Iversen Karen H
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Stephanie Walker
Compass
Buyer's Agent
George Simic
john greene, Realtor
List Price
$439,000
Sold Price
$424,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$15,000
-3.42%
Views
114
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$16,477
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.12%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 19, 2022
Closed on
Oct 13, 2022
Sold by
Soder Stanley M and Soder Pamela S
Bought by
Iversen Karen H
Seller's Agent
Bob Wisdom
RE/MAX Horizon
Buyer's Agent
Marion Wulff
Compass
List Price
$374,900
Sold Price
$370,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,900
-1.31%
Views
61
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.48%
Original Mortgage
$296,000
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 7, 2007
Sold by
West David I
Bought by
Soder Stanley M and Soder Pamela S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$209,500
Interest Rate
6.22%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Century Oaks, IL
-
Matt Lysien
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Amy Diamond
Amy Diamond
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(224) 271-9757
287 Total Sales
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$269,000 Price
-
Dawn Larsen
Dawn Larsen
Baird & Warner
(386) 888-4346
149 Total Sales
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$400,000 Price
-
Johnny Rodogiannis
Johnny Rodogiannis
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(779) 939-0056
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1 in Century Oaks
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Larry Schneider
Larry Schneider
Jason Mitchell Real Estate IL
(224) 282-0497
112 Total Sales
1 in Century Oaks
$325,000 Price
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Matt Diehl
Matt Diehl
Compass
(773) 923-2228
96 Total Sales
1 in Century Oaks
$395,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $424,000 | Citywide Title | ||
| Iversen Karen H | $370,000 | -- | |
| Soder Stanley M | $262,000 | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $296,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | Soder Stanley M | $110,650 | |
| Previous Owner | Soder Stanley M | $200,000 | |
| Previous Owner | Soder Stanley M | $209,500 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/26/2025 11/26/25 | Sold | $424,000 | -2.5% | $228 / Sq Ft | |
| 11/11/2025 11/11/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/04/2025 11/04/25 | Price Changed | $435,000 | -0.9% | $234 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/02/2025 10/02/25 | For Sale | $439,000 | +18.6% | $236 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/17/2022 10/17/22 | Sold | $370,000 | -1.3% | $199 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 08/24/2022 08/24/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/19/2022 08/19/22 | For Sale | $374,900 | -- | $202 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History
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| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,566 | $115,169 | $32,080 | $83,089 |
| 2024 | $7,566 | $106,078 | $29,548 | $76,530 |
| 2023 | $6,805 | $95,833 | $26,694 | $69,139 |
| 2022 | $6,883 | $87,383 | $24,340 | $63,043 |
| 2021 | $6,575 | $81,697 | $22,756 | $58,941 |
| 2020 | $6,384 | $77,992 | $21,724 | $56,268 |
| 2019 | $6,191 | $74,292 | $20,693 | $53,599 |
| 2018 | $6,129 | $69,988 | $19,494 | $50,494 |
| 2017 | $5,982 | $66,164 | $18,429 | $47,735 |
| 2016 | $5,693 | $61,382 | $17,097 | $44,285 |
| 2015 | -- | $56,262 | $15,671 | $40,591 |
| 2014 | -- | $55,568 | $15,478 | $40,090 |
| 2013 | -- | $57,034 | $15,886 | $41,148 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Stephanie Walker
Seller's Agent in 2025
Stephanie Walker
Compass
(360) 378-1986
1 in this area
60 Total Sales
-
Pamela Weinert
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Pamela Weinert
Compass
(847) 899-3782
1 in this area
47 Total Sales
-
George Simic
Buyer's Agent in 2025
George Simic
john greene Realtor
(224) 805-7955
1 in this area
195 Total Sales
-
Bob Wisdom
Seller's Agent in 2022
Bob Wisdom
RE/MAX
(847) 695-8348
8 in this area
597 Total Sales
-
Marion Wulff
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Marion Wulff
Compass
1 in this area
7 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12485336
APN: 06-03-401-005
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