This 4-bed single family home in Des Plaines offers 3,090 square feet of flexible living space with a grand two story foyer, open concept layout, loft, backyard entertaining space, and a rare 3 car garage. Built in 2004 and set near parks, dining, and Metra, it's ready for long term living. At 1686 Greenleaf Ave, you're welcomed by hardwood floors, natural light, and a dramatic open staircase. The main level features a formal dining room, private den with French doors and bay window, and a family room anchored by a double sided fireplace shared with the adjacent library. The kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, a breakfast bar, double oven, and new refrigerator, opening to a casual dining space with sliding doors to a spacious backyard. The brick paver patio is ideal for cookouts, with plenty of green space for play, pets, or future additions-you won't be disappointed. A guest powder room and full laundry/mudroom sit just inside the oversized 3 car garage, which includes a two car space on the left plus a third car space on the right. Upstairs, the loft overlooks the dining room and adds a flexible retreat for relaxing or play. Three secondary bedrooms each offer deep closets, while the luxurious primary suite features a tray ceiling with accent lighting, crown molding, two walk in closets, and a spa inspired bath with jacuzzi tub, double sinks, custom walk in shower, and private toilet room. The home also includes 9 ft ceilings on the main level, 8 ft ceilings upstairs, Pella windows, and a full unfinished basement with 9 ft ceilings and rough plumbing ready for a full bath and more. Located near downtown Des Plaines, restaurants, shopping, and Metra. School zones: Des Plaines District 62 and Maine Township District 207.
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$690,000
1686 Greenleaf Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018
4beds
3,089sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 2004
9,025 Square Feet Lot
$707,500 Zestimate®
$223/sqft
$3,901 Estimated rent
Home value
$707,500
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Double ovenCrown moldingOpen concept layoutBackyard entertaining spaceNatural lightDramatic open staircaseBreakfast bar
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Listed by:
Hugo Araujo 773-550-4846,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
Diane Silva
Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12542050
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Eating Area, Office, Library
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Whirlpool & Sep Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 437 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X23
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Eating area
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X15
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Pantry-Closet, Granite Counters, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X15
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 66 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X6
Library
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 384 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X24
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X14
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood
- Laundry: Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Bath/Stubbed,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Gas Starter, Family Room, Den/Library
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 3,089 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 9,025 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 X 180.5
Details
- Parcel number: 09331050360000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 2004
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Des Plaines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $223/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $503,670
- Annual tax amount: $11,980
- Date on market: 1/7/2026
- Listing terms: Cash
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/2/2026 | Sold | $690,000+1.5%$223/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12542050 Report a problem | ||
| 1/12/2026 | Contingent | $680,000$220/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12542050 Report a problem | ||
| 1/7/2026 | Listed for sale | $680,000+15%$220/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12542050 Report a problem | ||
| 1/24/2005 | Sold | $591,500+289.1%$191/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/1997 | Sold | $152,000+26.7%$49/sqft |
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| 1/2/1996 | Sold | $120,000$39/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $50,367 |
| 2023 | $11,706 -2.9% | $50,367 -5% |
| 2022 | $12,054 +13.6% | $53,000 +30.9% |
| 2021 | $10,606 -6.1% | $40,498 |
| 2020 | $11,301 -0.2% | $40,498 -11% |
| 2019 | $11,323 +15.5% | $45,504 +25.7% |
| 2018 | $9,802 +1.6% | $36,211 |
| 2017 | $9,646 +3% | $36,211 |
| 2016 | $9,368 -4.4% | $36,211 +3.3% |
| 2015 | $9,800 +2% | $35,041 |
| 2014 | $9,610 +2.7% | $35,041 |
| 2013 | $9,353 -2.3% | $35,041 -17.2% |
| 2012 | $9,573 +7.9% | $42,296 |
| 2011 | $8,870 +3.2% | $42,296 |
| 2010 | $8,595 -16.1% | $42,296 -18.7% |
| 2009 | $10,242 +8.7% | $52,053 -12% |
| 2008 | $9,424 +8.6% | $59,150 |
| 2007 | $8,677 +11.5% | $59,150 +24.7% |
| 2006 | $7,781 +5.4% | $47,418 +3.4% |
| 2005 | $7,385 +268.8% | $45,849 +173.6% |
| 2004 | $2,002 +7.7% | $16,758 +42.3% |
| 2003 | $1,860 +3% | $11,776 |
| 2002 | $1,805 +29.5% | $11,776 |
| 2001 | $1,394 +1.3% | $11,776 +26.9% |
| 2000 | $1,376 +3.1% | $9,281 |
| 1999 | $1,335 | $9,281 |
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Neighborhood: 60018
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GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Iroquois Community SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10Maine West High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 mi
- 5/10Orchard Place Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
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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