Seller's Agent in 2025
Mario Greco
Compass
(773) 255-6562
4 in this area
1,025 Total Sales
154 Cornell Ave Des Plaines, IL 60016
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,300
Sq Ft
1956
Built
Highlights
- Open Floorplan
- Landscaped Professionally
- Property is near park
- Cumberland Elementary School Rated A
- Mature Trees
- Living Room with Fireplace
About This Home
As of October 2025Walk to everything incl MULTIPLE PARKS, downtown DES PLAINES and Metra from this meticulously maintained 4BD+REC RM+MUD RM/2.1BA MID-CENTURY MODERN BRICK RANCH with FINISHED BASEMENT on nearly a QUARTER OF A PROFESSIONALLY LANDSCAPED/SPRINKLERED ACRE with awesome PATIO/PERGOLA for entertaining on one of the best tree-lined streets in DES PLAINES;RENOVATED professional grade THERMADOR/DACOR/BOSCH eat-in KITCHEN opens to SEPARATE DINING ROOM and large LIVING ROOM with FIREPLACE;HRADWOOD FLOORS, 4BDRMS & RENOVATED BATHS ON MAIN LEVEL & NEWER OVERSIZED MARVIN WINDOWS in every room allow the outside in;SOLID CORE WOOD DOORS T/O & NEWER TEAR OFF ROOF & WATER HEATER;ATTACHED 2-car GARAGE!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,278
Year Built
- Built in 1956 | Remodeled in 2015
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 74x142
- Fenced
- Landscaped Professionally
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Sprinkler System
- Mature Trees
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 3,300 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Ceiling Fan
- Wood Burning Fireplace
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Replacement Windows
- Window Screens
- Mud Room
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- 2 Fireplaces
- L-Shaped Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Workshop
- Utility Room with Study Area
- Wood Flooring
- Home Security System
Kitchen
- Gas Oven
- Gas Cooktop
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Bosch Dishwasher
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- Granite Countertops
- Disposal
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
- Fireplace in Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Pergola
Location
- Property is near park
Schools
- Cumberland Elementary School
- Chippewa Middle School
- Maine West High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
- Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Community Details
Amenities
- Laundry Facilities
Recreation
- Tennis Courts
- Community Pool
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 2, 2025
Closed on
Oct 10, 2025
Sold by
Gunther A Dorth Trust and Dorth Gunther A
Bought by
Poenar Victor and Poenar Persida Simona
Seller's Agent
Mario Greco
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Sebastian Hila
Optimus Realty Inc
List Price
$499,500
Sold Price
$520,000
Premium/Discount to List
$20,500
4.1%
Views
142
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-6.10%
Original Mortgage
$364,000
Outstanding Balance
$364,000
Interest Rate
6.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$148,209
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 14, 2020
Sold by
Dorth Gunther A
Bought by
The Gunther A Dorth Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 13, 2001
Sold by
Dorth Gunther A and Dorth Diane Kay
Bought by
Diane Kay Dorth Trust
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Deed | $520,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Deed | -- | Attorney | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $364,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/10/2025 10/10/25 | Sold | $520,000 | +4.1% | $158 / Sq Ft |
| 09/08/2025 09/08/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/02/2025 09/02/25 | For Sale | $499,500 | -- | $151 / 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $7,278 | $44,000 | $10,050 | $33,950 |
| 2024 | $7,278 | $33,574 | $8,543 | $25,031 |
| 2023 | $7,857 | $33,574 | $8,543 | $25,031 |
| 2022 | $7,857 | $36,693 | $8,543 | $28,150 |
| 2021 | $6,125 | $25,922 | $7,035 | $18,887 |
| 2020 | $6,146 | $25,922 | $7,035 | $18,887 |
| 2019 | $6,886 | $31,761 | $7,035 | $24,726 |
| 2018 | $4,922 | $22,642 | $6,030 | $16,612 |
| 2017 | $5,753 | $25,659 | $6,030 | $19,629 |
| 2016 | $5,941 | $25,659 | $6,030 | $19,629 |
| 2015 | $5,755 | $23,533 | $5,276 | $18,257 |
| 2014 | $5,661 | $23,533 | $5,276 | $18,257 |
| 2013 | $5,490 | $23,533 | $5,276 | $18,257 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Mario Greco
-
Sebastian Hila
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Sebastian Hila
Optimus Realty Inc
(773) 501-6845
2 in this area
44 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12457874
APN: 09-07-303-046-0000
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