Seller's Agent in 2025
Elyse Sweeney
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
1 in this area
9 Total Sales
1005 E Forest Ave Des Plaines, IL 60018
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,600
Sq Ft
1957
Built
Highlights
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Ranch Style House
- Formal Dining Room
- Forest Elementary School Rated 10
- Wood Flooring
- Laundry Room
About This Home
As of October 2025Come see this 3 bedroom 1-1/2 bath brick home located in a great part of Des Plaines. This home has 2 fireplaces, a full basement and a gorgeous 1/3 acre lot! Being Sold "As-Is"
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago License #475141665 Listed on: 08/05/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,451
Year Built
- Built in 1957
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 113x113x119x113
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,600 Sq Ft Home
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- Formal Dining Room
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Fireplace in Basement
Schools
- Forest Elementary School
- Algonquin Middle School
- Maine West High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Lake Michigan Water
Community Details
- Ranch
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 5, 2025
Closed on
Oct 4, 2025
Sold by
Wlb Properties Inc
Bought by
Gomez Juan Murillo and Murillo Elva
Seller's Agent
Elyse Sweeney
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Buyer's Agent
Michelle Galindo
Baird & Warner
List Price
$439,000
Sold Price
$405,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$34,000
-7.74%
Views
41
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.30%
Original Mortgage
$338,000
Outstanding Balance
$338,000
Interest Rate
6.5%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$72,198
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 10, 1998
Sold by
First National Bank Of Wheaton
Bought by
Wlb Properties Inc
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$135,000
Interest Rate
7.87%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 10, 1994
Sold by
Battles Wilton L
Bought by
Battles Wilton L
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $405,000 | Chicago Title Insurance Compan | |
| Trustee Deed | $190,000 | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $338,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $135,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/10/2025 10/10/25 | Sold | $405,000 | -3.6% | $253 / Sq Ft |
| 08/25/2025 08/25/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/15/2025 08/15/25 | Price Changed | $420,000 | -4.3% | $263 / Sq Ft |
| 08/05/2025 08/05/25 | For Sale | $439,000 | -- | $274 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
Tax History
| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $8,437 | $32,000 | $12,878 | $19,122 |
| 2023 | $8,234 | $32,000 | $12,878 | $19,122 |
| 2022 | $8,234 | $32,000 | $12,878 | $19,122 |
| 2021 | $9,080 | $29,538 | $8,370 | $21,168 |
| 2020 | $8,926 | $29,538 | $8,370 | $21,168 |
| 2019 | $8,932 | $33,189 | $8,370 | $24,819 |
| 2018 | $9,074 | $30,342 | $7,404 | $22,938 |
| 2017 | $8,914 | $30,342 | $7,404 | $22,938 |
| 2016 | $8,432 | $30,342 | $7,404 | $22,938 |
| 2015 | $8,539 | $28,247 | $6,439 | $21,808 |
| 2014 | $8,359 | $28,247 | $6,439 | $21,808 |
| 2013 | $8,151 | $28,247 | $6,439 | $21,808 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Elyse Sweeney
-
Michelle Galindo
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Michelle Galindo
Baird Warner
(708) 209-0521
8 in this area
70 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12438271
APN: 09-20-305-042-0000
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