NOT LISTED FOR SALE

228 Cornell Ave Des Plaines, IL 60016

Estimated Value: $492,402

3 Beds
2 Baths
2,056 Sq Ft
$239/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold August 08, 2025

Last sale price $530,000 $258 Per Sq Ft

Est. 7% decrease in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,686/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Cumberland Elementary School Rated A
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Laundry Room

About This Home

As of August 2025

Impeccably maintained home located in the desirable Cumberland Subdivision.This lovely 3-bedroom brick cape cod is on an oversized 75 x 142 lot. Hardwood floors, updated open kitchen with ample eating area, formal dining room, fireplace, attached garage, and full basement perfect for storage. Second floor primary bedroom suite boasts spacious walk-in closets as well as a full spa-like bath. The park-like yard offers a pergola covered patio beautifully landscaped. This home is a pleasure to show. Close to transportation and shops.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sue Hall

@properties Christie?s International Real Estate License #475127402 Listed on: 06/10/2025

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Last Buyer's Agent

Jean Marella

Keller Williams ONEChicago License #475137560

Keller Williams ONEChicago

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,954

Year Built

  • Built in 1954

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 75 x 142
  • Additional Parcels

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 2,056 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Cumberland Elementary School
  • Chippewa Middle School
  • Maine West High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,954

Year Built

Built in 1954

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1954
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Unfinished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • LivingArea: 2056
  • Room Type: Eating Area, Walk In Closet, Other Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Cumberland Elementary School
  • High School: Maine West High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Chippewa Middle School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: Yes
  • Lot Dimensions: 75 X 142
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4953.7
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jun 10, 2025
Closed on
Jul 29, 2025
Sold by
Judith E Rosen Revocable Trust and Rosen Judith E
Bought by
Corson Kimberly and Stewart William
Seller's Agent
Sue Hall
@properties Christie?s International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Jean Marella
Keller Williams ONEChicago
List Price
$549,900
Sold Price
$530,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-3.62%
Views
43
Current Estimated Value
$492,402

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
-$37,598
Avg. Annual Appreciation
-16.07%
Original Mortgage
$424,000
Interest Rate
6.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 12, 1998
Sold by
Schaefges Kenneth J and Schaefges Julie A
Bought by
Judith E Rosen Revocable Trust

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$175,500
Interest Rate
6.99%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 26, 1996
Sold by
Schaefges Kenneth J
Bought by
Schaefges Kenneth J and Schaefges Julia A

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$184,800
Interest Rate
7.62%
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Corson Kimberly $530,000 None Listed On Document
Judith E Rosen Revocable Trust $270,000 --
Schaefges Kenneth J -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Corson Kimberly $424,000
Previous Owner Judith E Rosen Revocable Trust $175,500
Previous Owner Schaefges Kenneth J $184,800
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/08/2025 08/08/25 Sold $530,000 -3.6% $258 / Sq Ft
06/17/2025 06/17/25 Pending -- -- --
06/10/2025 06/10/25 For Sale $549,900 -- $267 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

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 $1,347 $13,344 $3,550 $9,794
2024 $1,347 $10,372 $3,018 $7,354
2023 $1,356 $10,372 $3,018 $7,354
2022 $1,356 $10,372 $3,018 $7,354
2021 $1,577 $7,738 $2,485 $5,253
2020 $1,444 $7,738 $2,485 $5,253
2019 $1,422 $8,618 $2,485 $6,133
2018 $1,583 $9,197 $2,130 $7,067
2017 $1,528 $9,197 $2,130 $7,067
2016 $1,676 $9,197 $2,130 $7,067
2015 $1,915 $7,478 $1,863 $5,615
2014 $1,836 $7,478 $1,863 $5,615
2013 $1,833 $7,478 $1,863 $5,615
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12379881

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 09-07-302-020-0000