1409 S 5th Ave Des Plaines, IL 60018
Estimated payment $3,187/month
Total Views
2,002
2
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,136
Sq Ft
$211
Price per Sq Ft
Highlights
- Second Kitchen
- Landscaped Professionally
- Ranch Style House
- Forest Elementary School Rated 9+
- Property is near a park
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
Adorable 2+ beds (additional bedrooms in basement), 2.1 Bath home located in a sought after neighborhood of Des Plaines and move-in ready for the 2025-2026 school year. Welcome to this charming and beautifully maintained home offering flexibility, warmth, and modern updates. This residence is perfect for anyone looking for space and style. Step into a cozy foyer that opens to a bright and spacious living room, complete with gleaming hardwood floors, a cozy fireplace, and stunning plantation shutters that fill the room with natural light. The updated kitchen features crisp white cabinetry, light, pretty countertops, and a coffee bar for your morning routine. New stainless steel stove and dishwasher (2023) add a sleek, modern touch. Adjacent is a separate dining room-ideal for entertaining. Previously used as a third bedroom, this space could easily be converted back if needed. You will fall in love with the large, airy sunroom/three-season room, newly updated with wood plank vinyl flooring and a 2023 mini-split AC unit, offering views of the beautifully landscaped yard. The main floor offers two comfortable bedrooms, including a primary bedroom with a private half bath. A full hall bath is conveniently located for guests and family. The basement is finished and includes a family room, exercise room, two additional rooms that can be used as bedrooms or offices, a large walk-in closet, utility room, kitchenette and a full bathroom. The use of space is amazing. The previous owners remodeled the home. New hardwood floors on 1st floor, 220 electrical service, air conditioner mini split in sunroom, garage ceiling reinforced, and attic storage added. Roof, windows, water heater, furnace, siding & downspouts (x-large) house & garage have all been replaced within the last 14 years. Updates include brand new stove (2023), dishwasher (2023), washer and dryer (2023), battery backup sump pump (2023) and new wood plank vinyl flooring installed in sunroom and basement (2023). The location is incredible. Walk to all three schools, shopping, restaurants, easy access to interstate and all expressways making it convenient to get downtown and to all suburbs. 1.4 Miles to Metra and 4.8 miles to CTA Blue Line, 6.5 miles to O'Hare International Airport, 9 miles/14 minute drive to Woodfield Shopping Center and 14 miles to downtown Chicago. Please note no exemptions on the real estate taxes. This home will go quick. Don't wait!
Listing Agent
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475181925 Listed on: 07/29/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,436
Year Built
- Built in 1955
Lot Details
- 7,261 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 55x132
- Landscaped Professionally
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 2,136 Sq Ft Home
- Historic or Period Millwork
- Ceiling Fan
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Window Treatments
- Window Screens
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Bonus Room
- Sun or Florida Room
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Storage Room
- Home Gym
- Wood Flooring
Kitchen
- Second Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Whirlpool Bathtub
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Shed
Location
- Property is near a park
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
- Gas Water Heater
Community Details
- Ranch
Map
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Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $8,436 | $31,995 | $5,445 | $26,550 |
| 2023 | $8,233 | $31,995 | $5,445 | $26,550 |
| 2022 | $8,233 | $31,995 | $5,445 | $26,550 |
| 2021 | $2,961 | $26,306 | $4,537 | $21,769 |
| 2020 | $2,711 | $26,306 | $4,537 | $21,769 |
| 2019 | $2,669 | $29,558 | $4,537 | $25,021 |
| 2018 | $2,971 | $21,397 | $3,993 | $17,404 |
| 2017 | $2,868 | $21,397 | $3,993 | $17,404 |
| 2016 | $4,756 | $21,397 | $3,993 | $17,404 |
| 2015 | $3,956 | $17,583 | $3,448 | $14,135 |
| 2014 | $3,900 | $17,583 | $3,448 | $14,135 |
| 2013 | $3,773 | $17,583 | $3,448 | $14,135 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/29/2025 07/29/25 | For Sale | $449,900 | +12.5% | $211 / Sq Ft |
| 05/17/2023 05/17/23 | Sold | $399,900 | +5.3% | $399 / Sq Ft |
| 04/16/2023 04/16/23 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/12/2023 04/12/23 | For Sale | $379,900 | +11.1% | $379 / Sq Ft |
| 09/15/2021 09/15/21 | Sold | $342,000 | +3.6% | $341 / Sq Ft |
| 07/10/2021 07/10/21 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/08/2021 07/08/21 | For Sale | $330,000 | -- | $329 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $400,000 | Ata National Title | |
| Deed | $342,000 | Heritage Title | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $239,900 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $324,900 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Similar Homes in Des Plaines, IL
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12424216
APN: 09-19-414-002-0000
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