Inside the $467,000 sale of a Kane County home

Published Jul 23, 2025

A 2,274-square-foot house built in 1997 has changed hands.

The spacious property at 523 Valley Forge Avenue in South Elgin was sold on July 8, 2025 for $467,000 which works out to $205 per square foot. This home boasts a generous living space with four bedrooms and three baths. Inside, a fireplace adds character to the home. In addition, the house includes an attached two-car garage, offering generous space for vehicles and storage requirements. The lot of the unit is substantial, measuring 7,838 square feet.

Additional houses have recently been purchased nearby:

· A 1,723-square-foot home at 500 Valley Forge Avenue in South Elgin sold in June 2025 for $460,000, a price per square foot of $267. The home has 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

· In February 2025, a 2,072-square-foot home at 5 Clove Court in South Elgin sold for $421,000, a price per square foot of $203. The home has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.

· At 11 Vernon Court in South Elgin in January 2025, a 2,508-square-foot home was sold for $480,000, a price per square foot of $191. The home has 4 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms.