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  • $539,000

    155 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016

    4beds
    1,793sqft
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    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1950
    7,926 Square Feet Lot
    $541,700 Zestimate®
    $301/sqft
    $-- HOA

    What's special

    Wood-burning fireplaceThree spacious bedroomsLarge kitchenExtra-wide lotWet barLaundry roomHardwood floors
    Remodeled home located in the desirable Cumberland neighborhood, situated on an extra-wide lot just steps from the Cumberland Metra station and Cornell Park. The main level offers hardwood floors, three spacious bedrooms, and a full bath, along with comfortable living and dining areas highlighted by a wood-burning fireplace. Large kitchen offers natural light from the skylight, room for table & chairs and/or a custom island. Natural light fills the home, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout. The lower level significantly expands the living space and features an additional bedroom or bonus room, full bathroom, laundry room, wood-burning fireplace, and a wet bar, making it an ideal setting for social gatherings, entertaining, or extended living arrangements. This level also functions perfectly as a recreation room, media space, or private retreat. Conveniently located near Cumberland Metra, Cornell Park, schools, and neighborhood amenities, this home offers exceptional value, space, and accessibility in one of Des Plaines' most sought-after communities
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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Bill Eliopoulos 312-502-0218,

    Cosmos Realty Investors, Inc.

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12691534MLS Logo

      Facts & features

      Interior

      Bedrooms & bathrooms
      • Bedrooms: 4
      • Bathrooms: 2
      • Full bathrooms: 2
      Rooms
      • Room types: Workshop, Heated Sun Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Recreation Room
      Primary bedroom
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 180 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15X12
      Bedroom 2
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 140 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14X10
      Bedroom 3
      • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 90 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9X10
      Bedroom 4
      • Features: Flooring (Laminate)
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 140 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10X14
      Dining room
      • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 140 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14X10
      Other
      • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 210 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 14X15
      Kitchen
      • Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Wood Laminate), Window Treatments (Aluminum Frames, Skylight(s))
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 160 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 10X16
      Laundry
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 238 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 17X14
      Living room
      • Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s))
      • Level: Main
      • Area: 238 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 17X14
      Recreation room
      • Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 378 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 27X14
      Other
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 90 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 9X10
      Other
      • Level: Basement
      • Area: 225 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 15X15
      Heating
      • Natural Gas, Forced Air
      Cooling
      • Central Air
      Appliances
      • Included: Gas Water Heater
      • Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
      Features
      • Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Workshop
      • Flooring: Hardwood
      • Windows: Screens
      • Basement: Partially Finished,Full
      • Attic: Unfinished
      • Number of fireplaces: 2
      • Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room, Basement
      Interior area
      • Total structure area: 0
      • Total interior livable area: 1,793 sqft

      Property

      Parking
      • Total spaces: 1
      • Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
      • Attached garage spaces: 1
      • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
      Accessibility
      • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
      Features
      • Stories: 1
      • Fencing: Fenced
      Lot
      • Size: 7,926 Square Feet
      • Dimensions: 60 x 132.1
      Details
      • Additional parcels included: 09074080470000
      • Parcel number: 09074080510000
      • Special conditions: None
      • Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)

      Construction

      Type & style
      • Home type: SingleFamily
      • Architectural style: Ranch
      • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
      Materials
      • Brick
      • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
      • Roof: Asphalt
      Condition
      • New construction: No
      • Year built: 1950

      Utilities & green energy

      • Electric: Circuit Breakers
      • Sewer: Public Sewer
      • Water: Lake Michigan

      Community & HOA

      Community
      • Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
      HOA
      • Services included: None
      Location
      • Region: Des Plaines

      Financial & listing details

      • Price per square foot: $301/sqft
      • Tax assessed value: $400,000
      • Annual tax amount: $9,941
      • Date on market: 6/30/2026
      • Ownership: Fee Simple

        Estimated market value

        $541,700

        $515,000 - $569,000

        $4,070/mo

        Price history

        DateEventPrice
        7/3/2026Contingent$539,000$301/sqft
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        6/30/2026Listed for sale$539,000+43.7%$301/sqft
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        4/22/2026Sold$375,000-14.6%$209/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12586706 Report a problem
        3/26/2026Contingent$439,000$245/sqft
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        3/9/2026Listed for sale$439,000-4.6%$245/sqft
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        3/9/2026Listing removed$460,000$257/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12581249 Report a problem
        3/2/2026Listed for sale$460,000$257/sqft
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        3/2/2026Listing removed$460,000$257/sqft
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        2/28/2026Listed for sale$460,000$257/sqft
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        2/27/2026Contingent$460,000$257/sqft
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        2/19/2026Listed for sale$460,000$257/sqft
        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12555965 Report a problem

        Public tax history

        YearProperty taxesTax assessment
        2024-- $40,000
        2023$8,973 +3%$40,000
        2022$8,708 +35.5%$40,000 +48.7%
        2021$6,428 -0.2%$26,907
        2020$6,444 -0.5%$26,907 -11%
        2019$6,475 +1.9%$30,233 +10.2%
        2018$6,354 +17.4%$27,429
        2017$5,413 -9.9%$27,429
        2016$6,006 -12.5%$27,429 +0.6%
        2015$6,864 -14.9%$27,266
        2014$8,069 +22.9%$27,266
        2013$6,567 +5.2%$27,266 -6.2%
        2012$6,243 -10.6%$29,071
        2011$6,986 +30.6%$29,071
        2010$5,348 +13.8%$29,071 -14%
        2009$4,700 -11.3%$33,802 -12%
        2008$5,297 +13.5%$38,412
        2007$4,668 +11.9%$38,412 +27.5%
        2006$4,170 +0.9%$30,130
        2005$4,132 +6.4%$30,130
        2004$3,882 +15.4%$30,130 +39%
        2003$3,366 +3%$21,677
        2002$3,268 -2.2%$21,677
        2001$3,341 +7.8%$21,677 +5%
        2000$3,098 +3%$20,636
        1999$3,007 $20,636
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        Climate risks

        Neighborhood: 60016

        Getting around

        44 / 100
        Car-Dependent
        40 / 100
        Some Transit
        44 / 100
        Somewhat Bikeable

        Nearby schools

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        Schools provided by the listing agent
        • District: 62

        Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.

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