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    856 Margret St, Des Plaines, IL 60016

    3beds
    1,126sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1925
    7,400 Square Feet Lot
    $388,500 Zestimate®
    $329/sqft
    $2,615 Estimated rent

    Home value

    $388,500

    Estimated sales range

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    $2,615/mo

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    What's special

    Mature tree lined streetOriginal crown moldingWater fountainBreakfast nook additionPlanting bedsWindows on three sidesOpen second floor
    Lovingly and tastefully maintained 1926 house with original crown molding, woodwork and doorplates. This home has the charm of a nearly 100 year old house with the central air and efficiencies for today's living. Breakfast nook addition has windows on three sides showing incredibly beautiful back yard with statuary, water fountain and a variety of planting beds. Open second floor upstairs can be configured for 3 separate spaces. Full dry basement has lots of room for storage and work/utility areas. Located in Westfield Gardens neighborhood in mature tree lined street. Close to downtown amenities - theatre, shopping, restaurants, library, METRA/PACE and 294/90 highways. Award winning Des Plaines Park District Prairie Lakes is nearby withinside gym, workout center, lap and therapy pools along with outdoor walking path, adventure golf, soccer and volleyball fields. House is sold As Is.

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    Listing updated:

    Listed by:

    Mary Childers, CNC 847-322-3885,

    Keller Williams ONEChicago

    Bought with:

    Craig Fallico

    Baird & Warner

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12431602MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 1
    • Full bathrooms: 1
    Rooms
    • Room types: Breakfast Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Storage
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 144 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 12X12
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 154 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11X14
    Bedroom 3
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 180 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15X12
    Breakfast room
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 36 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 6X6
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 132 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11X12
    Family room
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 224 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14X16
    Kitchen
    • Features: Kitchen (Galley)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 96 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 8X12
    Laundry
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 120 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10X12
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 280 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14X20
    Storage
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 50 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 5X10
    Other
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 200 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 10X20
    Heating
    • Natural Gas, Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Features
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Basement: Unfinished,Full
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 0
    • Total interior livable area: 1,126 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2
    • Parking features: Asphalt, Off Street, On Site, Owned
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
    Features
    • Stories: 2
    Lot
    • Size: 7,400 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 40 X 185
    Details
    • Parcel number: 09201030240000
    • Special conditions: None

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Vinyl Siding
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1925

    Utilities & green energy

    • Sewer: Storm Sewer
    • Water: Lake Michigan

    Community & HOA

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

    Financial & listing details

    • Price per square foot: $329/sqft
    • Tax assessed value: $270,000
    • Annual tax amount: $6,245
    • Date on market: 8/2/2025
    • Listing terms: Conventional
    • Ownership: Fee Simple

    Price history

    DateEventPrice
    9/3/2025Sold$370,000+2.8%$329/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12431602 Report a problem
    8/4/2025Contingent$360,000$320/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12431602 Report a problem
    8/2/2025Listed for sale$360,000+120.2%$320/sqft
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12431602 Report a problem
    2/8/1996Sold$163,500$145/sqft
    Source: Public Record Report a problem

    Public tax history

    YearProperty taxesTax assessment
    2024$6,391 +2.3%$27,000
    2023$6,245 +2.9%$27,000
    2022$6,067 +33.5%$27,000 +49%
    2021$4,545 +0.2%$18,117
    2020$4,537 +1%$18,117 -10%
    2019$4,494 +0.4%$20,130 +9.4%
    2018$4,477 +1.4%$18,406
    2017$4,416 -0.1%$18,406
    2016$4,421 +12.1%$18,406 +17.5%
    2015$3,942 +1.7%$15,664
    2014$3,875 +3%$15,664
    2013$3,761 -17.8%$15,664 -24.2%
    2012$4,576 +2.1%$20,668
    2011$4,482 +9.3%$20,668
    2010$4,099 -7%$20,668 -19.8%
    2009$4,408 +37.2%$25,783 -12%
    2008$3,213 -0.5%$29,298
    2007$3,229 +3.4%$29,298 +41%
    2006$3,123 +10.3%$20,781
    2005$2,832 +4.8%$20,781
    2004$2,702 +4.7%$20,781 +27.8%
    2003$2,580 +3%$16,266
    2002$2,505 +14.7%$16,266
    2001$2,183 +1.3%$16,266 +14.7%
    2000$2,155 +3%$14,186
    1999$2,092 $14,186
    Find assessor info on the county website

    Neighborhood: 60016

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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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