Contingent

$374,000

1978 Spruce Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018

3beds

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Single Family Residence

Built in 1955

6,500 Square Feet Lot

$-- Zestimate^®

$--/sqft

$-- HOA

What's special

Warm and welcoming feelingSpacious backyardFull basementHardwood flooring

Don't miss this one. A three bedroom ranch with a full basement located near Lake Opeka. House has a warm and welcoming feeling when you walk in the door and you'll love all the natural light in the living room from multiple windows. Large Living Room/Dining Room Combination! Hardwood flooring, 2.5 car detached garage, spacious backyard. Check out the basement and turn it into your very own recreation area. New roof in 2026, newer AC 2024 and newer furnace. Located in desirable School district and conveniently located Near O'Hare, Expressways, Lake Park, dining, shopping, and many other amenities! Perfect opportunity to bring in all your own ideas and make this home your own! A little TLC is needed. Come take a look at this affordable home and make it yours before is gone!! Property being sold As Is. Estate Sale.

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Facts & features

Interior

Bedrooms & bathrooms

Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
Full bathrooms: 2

Rooms

Room types: No additional rooms

Primary bedroom

Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
Level: Main
Area: 156 Square Feet
Dimensions: 13X12

Bedroom 2

Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
Level: Main
Area: 108 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12X09

Bedroom 3

Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
Level: Main
Area: 99 Square Feet
Dimensions: 11X09

Dining room

Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
Level: Main
Dimensions: COMBO

Family room

Level: Basement
Area: 540 Square Feet
Dimensions: 27X20

Kitchen

Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
Level: Main
Area: 120 Square Feet
Dimensions: 12X10

Laundry

Level: Basement
Area: 78 Square Feet
Dimensions: 13X6

Living room

Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
Level: Main
Area: 288 Square Feet
Dimensions: 24X12

Heating

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

Included: Range, Refrigerator

Features

Basement: Partially Finished,Full

Interior area

Total structure area: 0

Property

Parking

Total spaces: 2
Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Detached, Garage
Garage spaces: 2
Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Accessibility

Accessibility features: No Disability Access

Features

Stories: 1

Lot

Size: 6,500 Square Feet
Dimensions: 50 X 130

Details

Parcel number: 09292250660000
Special conditions: None

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: 1955

Details

Builder model: RANCH

Utilities & green energy

Electric: Circuit Breakers
Sewer: Public Sewer
Water: Public

Community & HOA

Community

Features: Sidewalks

HOA

Services included: None

Location

Region: Des Plaines

Financial & listing details

Tax assessed value: $300,000
Annual tax amount: $2,404
Ownership: Fee Simple

Estimated market value

Not available

Estimated sales range

Not available

Price history

Date	Event	Price
3/30/2007	Sold	$308,000
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #06327492 Report a problem

Public tax history

Year	Property taxes	Tax assessment
2024	--	$30,000
2023	$6,336 +165.9%	$30,000
2022	$2,383 -14%	$30,000 +81.1%
2021	$2,771 +9.2%	$16,561
2020	$2,538 +1.6%	$16,561 -11%
2019	$2,498 -10.2%	$18,608 -12.9%
2018	$2,781 +3.6%	$21,371
2017	$2,684 -18.1%	$21,371
2016	$3,278 -12.5%	$21,371 +26.5%
2015	$3,747 -9.8%	$16,890 -8.4%
2014	$4,153 +5%	$18,437 -8.2%
2013	$3,954 -25.5%	$20,089 -20.8%
2012	$5,311 +0.4%	$25,367
2011	$5,287 -12.1%	$25,367
2010	$6,017 +23.5%	$25,367 +0.1%
2009	$4,873 +12.8%	$25,343 -12%
2008	$4,320 -4.3%	$28,799 -12.6%
2007	$4,514 +4.6%	$32,935 +29.9%
2006	$4,317 +271.4%	$25,347
2005	$1,162 -2%	$25,347
2004	$1,186 -7.7%	$25,347 +40.2%
2003	$1,285 +3.4%	$18,076
2002	$1,243 -13%	$18,076
2001	$1,428 +2.8%	$18,076 +19.4%
2000	$1,390 -0.8%	$15,137
1999	$1,400	$15,137

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Principal & interest
$1,547
Mortgage insurance
$0
Property taxes
$170
Home insurance
$105
HOA fees
$0
Utilities
Not included

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Climate risks

Neighborhood: 60018

Getting around

68 / 100

Somewhat Walkable

41 / 100

Some Transit

66 / 100

Bikeable

Nearby schools

GreatSchools rating

5/10
Plainfield Elementary School
Grades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
8/10
Iroquois Community School
Grades: K-8Distance: 0.9 mi
9/10
Maine West High School
Grades: 9-12Distance: 0.7 mi

Schools provided by the listing agent

Elementary: Plainfield Elementary 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.