Discover this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1.5-bathroom single-family home situated on a desirable corner lot within walking distance to downtown Des Plaines. The spacious main level offers a cozy living room with a fireplace, a separate dining room, and a family room with convenient backyard access. The kitchen includes a cozy eat-in area, perfect for casual meals. Hardwood floors flow throughout both levels, adding warmth and character. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms and ample storage space. The full basement presents endless potential for additional living space or a recreation area. Newer Anderson windows, generator and sump pump. The property also features an attached 1-car garage and a shed in the backyard - perfect for a workshop or extra storage. With a large yard and prime location near shops, dining, and Metra access, this home is a fantastic opportunity. Sold "as is" condition.
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$315,000
1781 Whitcomb Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018
3beds
1,539sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1941
0.26 Acres Lot
$335,100 Zestimate®
$205/sqft
$3,738 Estimated rent
Home value
$335,100
$298,000 - $375,000
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Large yardCorner lotShed in the backyardAmple storage spaceSeparate dining roomFull basementHardwood floors
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Listing courtesy of:
Kinga Andrzejewska 773-704-4301,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Hakan Sahsivar
HomeSmart Connect LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12197503
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X9
Breakfast room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 49 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X7
Den
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Laundry
- Level: Basement
- Area: 276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X12
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Humidifier
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,539 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Asphalt, Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Patio
Lot
- Size: 0.26 Acres
- Dimensions: 109X211X200X40
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 09213050430000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1941
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Street Paved
Location
- Region: Des Plaines
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/14/2025 | Sold | $315,000-8.7%$205/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12197503 Report a problem | ||
| 5/1/2025 | Pending sale | $345,000$224/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12197503 Report a problem | ||
| 4/9/2025 | Contingent | $345,000$224/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12197503 Report a problem | ||
| 4/3/2025 | Listed for sale | $345,000-5.5%$224/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12197503 Report a problem | ||
| 3/25/2025 | Contingent | $365,000$237/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12197503 Report a problem | ||
| 3/18/2025 | Listed for sale | $365,000+82.6%$237/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12197503 Report a problem | ||
| 5/27/2014 | Sold | $199,900$130/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08563199 Report a problem | ||
| 5/10/2014 | Pending sale | $199,900$130/sqft |
Source: Realty Partners, LLC #08563199 Report a problem | ||
| 4/24/2014 | Listed for sale | $199,900$130/sqft |
Source: Realty Partners, LLC #08563199 Report a problem | ||
| 4/5/2014 | Pending sale | $199,900$130/sqft |
Source: Realty Partners, LLC #08563199 Report a problem | ||
| 3/21/2014 | Listed for sale | $199,900+8.1%$130/sqft |
Source: Realty Partners, LLC #08563199 Report a problem | ||
| 8/9/2013 | Listing removed | $185,000$120/sqft |
Source: ACM Realty Services, LLC #08134441 Report a problem | ||
| 7/15/2013 | Listed for sale | $185,000-7%$120/sqft |
Source: ACM Realty Services, LLC #08134441 Report a problem | ||
| 3/20/2013 | Listing removed | $199,000$129/sqft |
Source: NO COMPANY PROVIDED #08134441 Report a problem | ||
| 12/23/2012 | Price change | $199,000-4.8%$129/sqft |
Source: NO COMPANY PROVIDED #08134441 Report a problem | ||
| 12/2/2012 | Price change | $209,000-4.6%$136/sqft |
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| 10/26/2012 | Price change | $219,000-4.7%$142/sqft |
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| 10/3/2012 | Price change | $229,900-4.2%$149/sqft |
Source: NO COMPANY PROVIDED #08134441 Report a problem | ||
| 9/13/2012 | Price change | $239,900-4%$156/sqft |
Source: NO COMPANY PROVIDED #08134441 Report a problem | ||
| 8/11/2012 | Listed for sale | $249,900-26.2%$162/sqft |
Source: NO COMPANY PROVIDED #08134441 Report a problem | ||
| 8/18/2005 | Sold | $338,500+53.9%$220/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/25/2000 | Sold | $220,000$143/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $35,000 +0% |
| 2023 | $7,654 +3.1% | $34,999 |
| 2022 | $7,422 +53% | $34,999 +56% |
| 2021 | $4,850 +6.4% | $22,438 |
| 2020 | $4,560 +1.6% | $22,438 -10% |
| 2019 | $4,489 -44% | $24,932 -6.9% |
| 2018 | $8,013 +66.2% | $26,794 |
| 2017 | $4,823 -11% | $26,794 |
| 2016 | $5,416 -28.3% | $26,794 +7.3% |
| 2015 | $7,549 +24% | $24,971 |
| 2014 | $6,087 -5.6% | $24,971 |
| 2013 | $6,447 -2.8% | $24,971 -13.4% |
| 2012 | $6,635 +2.9% | $28,846 |
| 2011 | $6,447 +0.6% | $28,846 |
| 2010 | $6,411 +6.5% | $28,846 -11.1% |
| 2009 | $6,018 +12.4% | $32,436 -12% |
| 2008 | $5,356 +4.6% | $36,858 |
| 2007 | $5,119 +3.8% | $36,858 +35.4% |
| 2006 | $4,932 -4.8% | $27,221 |
| 2005 | $5,180 +45% | $27,221 |
| 2004 | $3,572 +4.7% | $27,221 +30.1% |
| 2003 | $3,412 +3% | $20,919 |
| 2002 | $3,312 +13% | $20,919 |
| 2001 | $2,930 +1.4% | $20,919 +14% |
| 2000 | $2,890 +2.8% | $18,347 |
| 1999 | $2,810 | $18,347 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60018
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Central Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 8/10Iroquois Community SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 9/10Maine West High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Central Elementary School
- Middle: Chippewa Middle School
- High: Maine West High School
- 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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