Fall in love with this beautifully updated Cape Cod that blends timeless character with modern upgrades. Every room welcomes you with warm finishes, natural light, and thoughtful design. Enjoy cozy evenings by the fireplace or step outside to relax on the brand-new deck overlooking the private, landscaped yard-perfect for entertaining or unwinding in the hot tub. The kitchen features all new 2024 stainless steel appliances, ample cabinet space, and a charming breakfast nook with backyard views. Upstairs offers three spacious bedrooms, while the finished basement (2024) provides the ideal space for a home office, gym, or media room. Major updates include EV charger (2025), new siding (2025), deck (2025), reverse osmosis system (2025), garage door opener (2024), front landscaping (2025), and upgraded electrical service to 200 amps with a 100-amp designated breaker in the garage. Located with easy access to parks, shopping, Metra, highways, airport, and schools-this home truly has it all. Welcome home!
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$453,000
298 Harvey Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
3beds
1,249sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1943
8,232 Square Feet Lot
$470,500 Zestimate®
$363/sqft
$3,567 Estimated rent
Home value
$470,500
$423,000 - $522,000
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Finished basementBackyard viewsPrivate landscaped yardCharming breakfast nookBrand-new deck
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Sarah Leonard, E-PRO 224-239-3966,
Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company, LLC,
June Kim 224-522-1106,
Legacy Properties, A Sarah Leonard Company, LLC
Bought with:
Daniel Cartalucca
Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12498048
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Recreation Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X9
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Second
- Area: 36 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X6
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 153 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X9
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X6
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Main
- Area: 231 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X11
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (All)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 405 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27X15
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Humidifier, Electric Water Heater
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: All
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,249 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Has spa: Yes
- Spa features: Outdoor Hot Tub
Lot
- Size: 8,232 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 55x150
Details
- Parcel number: 09181030150000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1943
- Major remodel year: 2024
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Des Plaines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $363/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $253,350
- Annual tax amount: $6,679
- Date on market: 10/17/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/10/2025 | Sold | $453,000+5.4%$363/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12498048 Report a problem | ||
| 10/21/2025 | Contingent | $429,900$344/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12498048 Report a problem | ||
| 10/17/2025 | Listed for sale | $429,900+30.3%$344/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12498048 Report a problem | ||
| 9/9/2022 | Sold | $330,000-1.5%$264/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11487925 Report a problem | ||
| 8/30/2022 | Pending sale | $335,000$268/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11487925 Report a problem | ||
| 8/13/2022 | Contingent | $335,000$268/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11487925 Report a problem | ||
| 8/10/2022 | Listed for sale | $335,000$268/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11487925 Report a problem | ||
| 8/10/2022 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11383784 Report a problem | ||
| 7/19/2022 | Price change | $335,000-3.2%$268/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11383784 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2022 | Price change | $346,000-7.2%$277/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11383784 Report a problem | ||
| 5/25/2022 | Price change | $373,000-1.3%$299/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11383784 Report a problem | ||
| 5/7/2022 | Listed for sale | $378,000+31.7%$303/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11383784 Report a problem | ||
| 3/16/2004 | Sold | $287,000+64%$230/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 5/20/1997 | Sold | $175,000$140/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $25,335 +0% |
| 2023 | $6,679 +10.1% | $25,334 -6.2% |
| 2022 | $6,067 +2.7% | $26,999 +19.7% |
| 2021 | $5,907 -10.9% | $22,548 -10% |
| 2020 | $6,631 -10.1% | $25,046 -18.8% |
| 2019 | $7,377 +54.2% | $30,843 +58.7% |
| 2018 | $4,784 -3.6% | $19,431 -4.1% |
| 2017 | $4,963 -9.5% | $20,268 -8.8% |
| 2016 | $5,483 +17.7% | $22,230 +23.2% |
| 2015 | $4,660 +1.8% | $18,038 |
| 2014 | $4,578 -9.1% | $18,038 -10.2% |
| 2013 | $5,035 -16% | $20,079 -23.7% |
| 2012 | $5,995 +2.7% | $26,304 |
| 2011 | $5,836 +19% | $26,304 |
| 2010 | $4,904 -1.2% | $26,304 -7% |
| 2009 | $4,964 +13.4% | $28,284 -12% |
| 2008 | $4,376 +16.8% | $32,142 |
| 2007 | $3,748 +0.3% | $32,142 +36.1% |
| 2006 | $3,736 -16.9% | $23,614 |
| 2005 | $4,494 +3.9% | $23,614 |
| 2004 | $4,325 +40.1% | $23,614 +23.6% |
| 2003 | $3,087 +3% | $19,101 |
| 2002 | $2,997 +18.4% | $19,101 |
| 2001 | $2,530 +1.4% | $19,101 +18.5% |
| 2000 | $2,496 +2.9% | $16,119 |
| 1999 | $2,426 | $16,119 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60016
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Terrace Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.7 mi
- 7/10Chippewa Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.6 mi
- 9/10Maine West High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Terrace 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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