2196 Spruce Ave Des Plaines, IL 60018
Des Plaines AreaEstimated payment $4,122/month
Highlights
- Water Views
- Community Boat Dock
- Community Lake
- Maine West High School Rated A-
- Open Floorplan
- 1-minute walk to Lake Park
About This Home
Welcome to this beautiful, expanded brick split level home in Des Plaines, offering 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and spacious living across 3 finished levels. The main level offers a bright open-concept layout highlighted by a gourmet kitchen, a chef's paradise, completed in 2024, featuring quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a spacious island, and marble backsplash, all open to the inviting living room with an electric LED fireplace. Upstairs, the lavish primary suite is a true retreat with expansive closet space and amazing spa-like bathroom completed in 2026, featuring a separate shower, soaking tub, and heated toilet. Additional 3 bedrooms offer plenty of space for family and guests. The fully finished lower level extends the living area with a spacious family room, large dining area, 3rd full bath, and convenient walkout access. You'll also find a specious laundry room area and extra storage space with a high-efficiency HVAC system with Nest thermostat, 2026 water heater. Step outside into the fenced privacy yard with a gazebo and fruit trees, creating a peaceful outdoor oasis for relaxation and activities. Additional improvements include European doors throughout, and windows replaced in 2024 on the main and upper levels, new gutters and soffits in 2024 with electrical wiring ready for lights, an overhead sewer line, a 2-car garage, and a crawl space offering even more storage and flexibility. This home offers the perfect blend of space, luxury, convenience, and an exceptional Des Plaines location close to major highways, dining, and entertainment. Just steps from Lake Opeka, you can enjoy paddle boat and kayak rentals at the marina, fishing, a par-3 golf course, a paved walking trail, and a family-friendly splash pad with playground. No flood insurance needed. Don't wait, schedule your showing today and see why this could be the dream home you've been waiting for!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,275
Year Built
- Built in 1962 | Remodeled in 2024
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 65 x 125
- Chain Link Fence
- Corner Lot
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Split Level Home
- Tri-Level Property
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,255 Sq Ft Home
- Open Floorplan
- Built-In Features
- Dry Bar
- Ceiling Fan
- Electric Fireplace
- Drapes & Rods
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Water Views
- Pull Down Stairs to Attic
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
- Quartz Countertops
Flooring
- Wood
- Radiant Floor
- Laminate
- Porcelain Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 3 Full Bathrooms
- Soaking Tub
- Garden Bath
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Finished Basement
- Walk-Out Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Exterior Basement Entry
- Sump Pump
- Block Basement Construction
- Recreation or Family Area in Basement
- Finished Basement Bathroom
- Crawl Space
- Basement Storage
- Natural lighting in basement
Outdoor Features
- Gazebo
- Shed
Location
- Property is near park
Schools
- Plainfield Elementary School
- Algonquin Middle School
- Maine West High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Humidifier
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Gas Water Heater
- Cable TV Available
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Community Details
Overview
- Community Lake
Recreation
- Community Boat Dock
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $8,090 | $41,000 | $9,949 | $31,051 |
| 2024 | $8,090 | $34,000 | $8,291 | $25,709 |
| 2023 | $7,869 | $34,000 | $8,291 | $25,709 |
| 2022 | $7,869 | $34,000 | $8,291 | $25,709 |
| 2021 | $7,970 | $29,259 | $5,389 | $23,870 |
| 2020 | $7,904 | $29,259 | $5,389 | $23,870 |
| 2019 | $7,925 | $32,876 | $5,389 | $27,487 |
| 2018 | $7,246 | $27,665 | $4,767 | $22,898 |
| 2017 | $7,136 | $27,665 | $4,767 | $22,898 |
| 2016 | $6,994 | $27,665 | $4,767 | $22,898 |
| 2015 | $6,643 | $24,597 | $4,145 | $20,452 |
| 2014 | $6,519 | $24,597 | $4,145 | $20,452 |
| 2013 | $6,339 | $24,597 | $4,145 | $20,452 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/20/2026 08/20/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/09/2026 08/09/26 | For Sale | $624,900 | -- | $277 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $385,000 | Republic Title Co | |
| Warranty Deed | $344,000 | Atgf Inc | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $308,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $309,600 | Unknown |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12728738
APN: 09-29-407-020-0000
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