Des Plaines, IL, Real Estate
Des Plaines, Illinois, is a vibrant suburban city located just northwest of Chicago, offering a blend of urban convenience and small-town charm. With a population of around 60,000, it’s known for its rich history, diverse community, and proximity to O’Hare International Airport, making it a hub for travelers and businesses. The city features a bustling downtown with local shops, restaurants, and the historic Des Plaines Theatre, a cultural landmark hosting concerts and events. Residents enjoy abundant green spaces, including Lake Park and the Des Plaines River Trail, ideal for outdoor recreation. Home to the first McDonald’s franchise, now a museum, Des Plaines combines historical significance with modern amenities, making it an attractive place for families and professionals seeking a balance of accessibility and community spirit.
Des Plaines currently has 68 single family homes for sale with an average list price of $479,525.88, 30 townhouses for sale with an average list price of $440,303, 65 condos for sale with an average list price of $272,319.97, and 13 lots for sale with an average list price of $600,292.31. The average annual property tax for Des Plaines is $4,749.27.
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Train Stations
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475 Northwest Hwy., Des Plaines |
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Des Plaines |
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1501 Miner St., Des Plaines |
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1211 Brown is a condo building in Des Plaines, Illinois, built between 1969 and 1971. It currently has no homes for sale. The homes range in size from 900 ft2 to 1,000 ft2. The HOA fees range from $337 to $337 per month. The average annual property tax for 1211 Brown is $3,588.26. 1211 Brown is an 11 unit condo building built in the early 1970's. 1211 Brown is located in Des Plaines, Illinois just north of Route 14/Miner Street and east of Western Avenue.
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1227 Brown is a condo building in Des Plaines, Illinois, built between 1992 and 1995. It currently has no homes for sale. The homes range in size from 1,000 ft2 to 1,350 ft2. The average annual property tax for 1227 Brown is $3,155.64. 1227 Brown Street is a 15 unit condo building built in the early 1990's. 1227 Brown Street is located in Des Plaines, Illinois east of Western Avenue and north of Northwest Highway.
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1227 E. Washington is a condo building in Des Plaines, Illinois, built between 1976 and 1978. It currently has no homes for sale. The homes have an average size of 900 ft2. The average annual property tax for 1227 E. Washington is $2,892.68. It is located in Cook County. 1227 E. Washington is a condo community built in the late 1970's. 1227 E. Washington is located in Des Plaines, Illinois just north of Route 14/Miner Street and west of Lee Street.
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1230 Brown is a condo building in Des Plaines, Illinois, built in 1989. It currently has no homes for sale. The homes have an average size of 950 ft2. The average annual property tax for 1230 Brown is $4,179.33. 1230 Brown Street is a 12 unit condo building built in the late 1980's. 1230 Brown Street is located in Des Plaines, Illinois north of Route 14/Miner Street and east of Western Avenue.
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1247 E. Washington is a condo building in Des Plaines, Illinois, built in 1972. It currently has no homes for sale. The homes range in size from 750 ft2 to 927 ft2. The average annual property tax for 1247 E. Washington is $3,073.91. It is located in Cook County. 1247 E. Washington Street is an 11 unit condo building built in the early 1970's. 1247 E. Washington Street is located in Des Plaines, Illinois.
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Market Trends
Des Plaines home sales for the month of December decreased in volume by 10.1% when compared to last year, while the median sale price rose by 1.4% from $345,000 to $350,000. House sales decreased by 3.1%, while the median sale price decreased by 2.3% from $417,500 to $408,000. Condo sales stayed the same, while the median sale price rose by 4.9% from $214,500 to $225,000. Townhouse sales decreased by 43.8%, while the median sale price decreased by 2.9% from $396,495 to $385,000.
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400 Radcliffe Avenue
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Craig and Patton
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353 North River Road
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2324 Maple Street
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872 Woodlawn Avenue
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Nearby Golf Courses
1015 Howard Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018
Par 54 • 54 holes • 1515 yards
353 N River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
Par 27 • 27 holes • 1050 yards
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Real Estate News
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Des Plaines had only 1 new construction home during the week of Wednesday, December 24 to Tuesday, December 30, and it was a condo for sale with a list price ...
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Des Plaines had 3 sales during the week of Tuesday, December 23 to Monday, December 29, including including 1 townhouse for sale with a list price of $419,900 and 2 ...
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Des Plaines had 3 new homes for sale with a master bedroom on the first floor during the month of Saturday, December 20 to Friday, December 26, including 2 ...
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Des Plaines had 9 new homes for sale during the week of Friday, December 19 to Thursday, December 25, including including 4 single family homes for sale with an average ...
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Des Plaines had 18 sales during the week of Tuesday, December 16 to Monday, December 22, including including 7 single family homes for sale with an average list price of ...
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