Kelly O'Connell-Guzak
Home Sweet Home Ryan Realty
(630) 489-6353
146 Total Sales
3 in Des Plaines
$268K - $335K Price Range
1689 S Elm St Des Plaines, IL 60018
Des Plaines AreaEstimated Value: $414,000 - $454,000
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,400
Sq Ft
$312/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Recreation Room
- Ranch Style House
- Stainless Steel Appliances
- South Elementary School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- 2 Car Detached Garage
About This Home
As of March 2026Beautifully Updated Home in Perfect Condition! Welcome to this stunning fully updated home in a prime location, offered at unbeatable price. Every detail has been taken care of- just move in and enjoy. This gorgeous property features brand new windows, roof and furnace, along with all new appliances, including a washer and dryer. The home has been freshly painted throughout, and the recently refinished hardwood floors add warmth and elegance to every room. Fantastic layout on the main level plus full high ceiling basement offers a huge amount of potential- perfect for a spacious recreation room, home gym,office plus extra room for additional bathroom and living space. This home truly has it all: quality,updates, great condition,excellent price and amazing location. Reach out today for a private showing
Last Agent to Sell the Property
HomeSmart Connect LLC Brokerage Phone: (847) 651-8667 License #475135780 Listed on: 01/16/2026
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,508
Year Built
- Built in 1963
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Available
Home Design
- Ranch Style House
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
Interior Spaces
- 1,400 Sq Ft Home
- Ceiling Fan
- Family Room
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Recreation Room
- Wood Flooring
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Soaking Tub
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
Schools
- South Elementary School
- Algonquin Middle School
- Maine West High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jan 16, 2026
Closed on
Mar 30, 2026
Sold by
Kostrzewa and Kostrzewa Danuta
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Urszula Szydlo
HomeSmart Connect LLC
Buyer's Agent
Hosnia Qader
American International Realty Corp.
List Price
$435,000
Sold Price
$429,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$6,000
-1.38%
Views
202
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
$6,249
Avg. Annual Appreciation
4.04%
Original Mortgage
$407,550
Outstanding Balance
$406,384
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$30,323
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 29, 2024
Closed on
Apr 23, 2025
Sold by
Buchholz James W and White Susan C
Bought by
Kostrzewa Jozef and Kostrzewa Danuta
Seller's Agent
Christopher Anthony
Keller Williams ONEChicago
Buyer's Agent
Urszula Szydlo
HomeSmart Connect LLC
List Price
$320,000
Sold Price
$312,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$8,000
-2.5%
Views
129
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
40.84%
Original Mortgage
$249,600
Interest Rate
6.88%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 13, 2020
Sold by
Buchholz James W and White Susan C
Bought by
Buchholz James W and White Susan C
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$130,000
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
FHA
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Des Plaines, IL
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Kelly O'Connell-Guzak
-
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Jodi Cinq-Mars
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(331) 263-0021
525 Total Sales
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-
Igor Shevchenko
Igor Shevchenko
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-
Mike Musa
Mike Musa
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46 Total Sales
1 in Des Plaines
$315,000 Price
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Zoran Milovanovic
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(331) 241-6528
10 Total Sales
1 in Des Plaines
$313,500 Price
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Jose Hernandez
Jose Hernandez
Keller Williams Experience
(224) 505-2360
41 Total Sales
1 in Des Plaines
$319,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $429,000 | Saturn Title | ||
| Kostrzewa Jozef | $312,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Buchholz James W | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $407,550 | ||
| Closed | Kostrzewa Jozef | $249,600 | |
| Closed | Buchholz James W | $130,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/30/2026 03/30/26 | Sold | $429,000 | 0.0% | $306 / Sq Ft | |
| 02/26/2026 02/26/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 02/13/2026 02/13/26 | Price Changed | $429,000 | -1.4% | $306 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/16/2026 01/16/26 | For Sale | $435,000 | +39.4% | $311 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/24/2025 04/24/25 | Sold | $312,000 | -2.5% | $270 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 12/24/2024 12/24/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/29/2024 11/29/24 | For Sale | $320,000 | -- | $277 / 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 | $6,508 | $32,000 | $5,625 | $26,375 |
| 2024 | $6,508 | $28,001 | $4,688 | $23,313 |
| 2023 | $6,324 | $28,001 | $4,688 | $23,313 |
| 2022 | $6,324 | $28,001 | $4,688 | $23,313 |
| 2021 | $4,667 | $18,512 | $3,906 | $14,606 |
| 2020 | $4,657 | $18,512 | $3,906 | $14,606 |
| 2019 | $4,675 | $20,800 | $3,906 | $16,894 |
| 2018 | $4,623 | $18,893 | $3,437 | $15,456 |
| 2017 | $4,559 | $18,893 | $3,437 | $15,456 |
| 2016 | $5,038 | $20,627 | $3,437 | $17,190 |
| 2015 | $4,647 | $17,996 | $2,968 | $15,028 |
| 2014 | $4,566 | $17,996 | $2,968 | $15,028 |
| 2013 | $4,434 | $17,996 | $2,968 | $15,028 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Urszula Szydlo
Seller's Agent in 2026
Urszula Szydlo
HomeSmart Connect LLC
(847) 651-8661
37 Total Sales
-
Hosnia Qader
HQ
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Hosnia Qader
American International Realty Corp.
(773) 603-4062
33 Total Sales
-
Christopher Anthony
Seller's Agent in 2025
Christopher Anthony
Keller Williams ONEChicago
(312) 804-0693
51 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12548732
APN: 09-29-207-054-0000
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