George Ayling
Select a Fee RE System
(708) 859-7153
208 Total Sales
1 in Des Plaines
$356,000 Price
1561 E Walnut Ave Des Plaines, IL 60016
Des Plaines Area
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,800
Sq Ft
6,752
Sq Ft Lot
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- Wood Flooring
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Central Elementary School Rated A-
- Formal Dining Room
- 5-minute walk to Central Park
About This Home
As of March 2026Welcome to 1561 Walnut - a classic Craftsman-style bungalow with an easy blend of vintage character and everyday comfort. The home still shows off the details people love from this era - warm hardwood floors, original trim, and beautiful glass accents - while offering thoughtful updates in the kitchen and bath for today's lifestyle. The main level feels bright and inviting, with comfortable living and dining spaces that make the home feel larger than expected. The screened front porch gives you a true "sit and stay a while" spot for morning coffee or summer evenings, and the extra-deep backyard provides plenty of room to play, garden, entertain, or simply unwind. The full basement is clean, dry, and wide-open - a great opportunity for storage now and future finishing later. The upper level also provides additional usable square footage that can be adapted to fit a variety of needs, such as an extra bedroom, work, play, or hobby space. All of this in a walkable Des Plaines location - close to the train, parks, shopping, restaurants, and well-regarded schools. A charming home with room to grow - welcome to Walnut Street.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Starting Point Realty, Inc. License #471010480 Listed on: 02/05/2026
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $5,029
Year Built
- Built in 1925
Lot Details
- 6,752 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 45x149x45x149
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,800 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Skylights
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Recreation Room
- Bonus Room
- Wood Flooring
- Partially Finished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 1 Full Bathroom
- Soaking Tub
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Home Security
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
- Fire Sprinkler System
Outdoor Features
- Screened Patio
Schools
- Central Elementary School
- Chippewa Middle School
- Maine West High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 5, 2026
Closed on
Mar 3, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Ryan Gable
Starting Point Realty, Inc.
Buyer's Agent
Mary Aloisio
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$375,000
Sold Price
$385,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
2.67%
Views
82
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$5,526
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-3.46%
Purchase Details
Listed on
Feb 8, 2019
Closed on
Apr 26, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Missy Jerfita
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Ryan Gable
Starting Point Realty, Inc.
List Price
$289,000
Sold Price
$275,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$14,000
-4.84%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.03%
Original Mortgage
$220,000
Interest Rate
4.2%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 24, 2006
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$209,600
Interest Rate
6.27%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 20, 1996
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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George Ayling
-
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-
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Jamie Hering
Jamie Hering
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733 Total Sales
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-
Kara Moll
Kara Moll
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149 Total Sales
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$508,000 Price
-
Jerzy Mastalerczyk
Jerzy Mastalerczyk
Real Broker LLC
(833) 455-1587
81 Total Sales
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$185K - $563K Price Range
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $385,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $275,000 | First American Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $262,000 | First American Title | |
| Joint Tenancy Deed | $155,000 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $220,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $209,600 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/06/2026 03/06/26 | Sold | $385,000 | +2.7% | $214 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/09/2026 02/09/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/05/2026 02/05/26 | For Sale | $375,000 | +36.4% | $208 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/29/2019 04/29/19 | Sold | $275,000 | -4.8% | $157 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/01/2019 03/01/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/08/2019 02/08/19 | For Sale | $289,000 | -- | $165 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History
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| 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 | $5,686 | $34,512 | $6,075 | $28,437 |
| 2024 | $5,686 | $21,950 | $5,400 | $16,550 |
| 2023 | $6,333 | $24,880 | $5,400 | $19,480 |
| 2022 | $6,333 | $28,031 | $5,400 | $22,631 |
| 2021 | $5,660 | $18,412 | $4,387 | $14,025 |
| 2020 | $6,110 | $20,218 | $4,387 | $15,831 |
| 2019 | $5,123 | $22,465 | $4,387 | $18,078 |
| 2018 | $4,971 | $20,057 | $3,881 | $16,176 |
| 2017 | $4,901 | $20,057 | $3,881 | $16,176 |
| 2016 | $4,880 | $20,057 | $3,881 | $16,176 |
| 2015 | $4,641 | $17,975 | $3,375 | $14,600 |
| 2014 | $4,809 | $18,818 | $3,375 | $15,443 |
| 2013 | $4,672 | $18,818 | $3,375 | $15,443 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ryan Gable
Seller's Agent in 2026
Ryan Gable
Starting Point Realty, Inc.
(847) 942-6952
140 Total Sales
-
Mary Aloisio
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Mary Aloisio
@ Properties
(847) 692-5522
158 Total Sales
-
Missy Jerfita
Seller's Agent in 2019
Missy Jerfita
Compass
(847) 913-6300
274 Total Sales
-
R
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2019
Raechel Langenbach
Coldwell Banker Realty
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12538341
APN: 09-20-217-007-0000
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