Seller's Agent in 2026
Dawn Mikulski
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(847) 567-6816
17 in this area
56 Total Sales
1048 E Walnut Ave Des Plaines, IL 60016
3
Beds
2
Baths
1,639
Sq Ft
1953
Built
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- Ranch Style House
- Sun or Florida Room
- Forest Elementary School Rated 10
- Wood Flooring
- 5-minute walk to Winnebago Park
About This Home
As of March 2026Mid-Century Modern, custom ranch home offers bright and spacious rooms. Stunning stone fireplace with gas logs in living room, hardwood flooring, family room off kitchen and cozy enclosed sunroom to enjoy quiet morning or evening; perfect space to read or just relax. Additional living space in lower level; recreation room with retro features, including wet bar, ample closets, storage room, vintage stove and full bath. Easy access to two car attached garage from family room with additional built-in storage for sports equipment and gardening supplies. Unique lot configuration featuring two spacious side yards with a thoughtfully designed play area. This home is ideal for entertaining, located in a great neighborhood with close proximity to schools, transportation, shopping, library and airport. This home is well constructed and lovingly maintained. Roof replaced 2023. Central Air replaced 2022. Don't delay, move today!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #471011325 Listed on: 02/26/2026
Last Buyer's Agent
Non Member
NON MEMBER
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,090
Year Built
- Built in 1953
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,639 Sq Ft Home
- Wet Bar
- Ceiling Fan
- Includes Fireplace Accessories
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Window Treatments
- Window Screens
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Open Floorplan
- Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Dishwasher
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Home Security
- Storm Windows
- Storm Doors
Schools
- Forest Elementary School
- Algonquin Middle School
- Maine West High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- Screened Patio
- Lot Dimensions are 60 x 130
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 26, 2026
Closed on
Mar 24, 2026
Sold by
Gaudynski Matthew and Gaudynski Kathleen
Bought by
Scafidi Tobey
Seller's Agent
Dawn Mikulski
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Non Member
NON MEMBER
List Price
$469,000
Sold Price
$489,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,000
4.26%
Views
73
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-68.13%
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 29, 2011
Sold by
Schellin Gail R
Bought by
Gaudynski Matthew R and Sebastian Kathleen
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$235,377
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 17, 1998
Sold by
American National Bk & Tr Co Of Chicago
Bought by
Schellin Verna J
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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 | $489,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Deed | $241,500 | Attorneys Title Guaranty Fun | |
| Trustee Deed | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Previous Owner | $235,377 | FHA |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/31/2026 03/31/26 | Sold | $489,000 | +4.3% | $298 / Sq Ft |
| 03/04/2026 03/04/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 02/27/2026 02/27/26 | For Sale | $469,000 | -- | $286 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,090 | $38,000 | $7,020 | $30,980 |
| 2024 | $8,090 | $34,000 | $5,850 | $28,150 |
| 2023 | $7,869 | $34,000 | $5,850 | $28,150 |
| 2022 | $7,869 | $34,000 | $5,850 | $28,150 |
| 2021 | $8,244 | $30,150 | $4,680 | $25,470 |
| 2020 | $8,174 | $30,150 | $4,680 | $25,470 |
| 2019 | $9,015 | $33,500 | $4,680 | $28,820 |
| 2018 | $8,124 | $27,166 | $4,095 | $23,071 |
| 2017 | $7,981 | $27,166 | $4,095 | $23,071 |
| 2016 | $7,549 | $27,166 | $4,095 | $23,071 |
| 2015 | $7,338 | $24,273 | $3,510 | $20,763 |
| 2014 | $7,183 | $24,273 | $3,510 | $20,763 |
| 2013 | $7,004 | $24,273 | $3,510 | $20,763 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Dawn Mikulski
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Buyer's Agent in 2026
Non Member
NON MEMBER
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12567404
APN: 09-20-110-055-0000
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