NOT LISTED FOR SALE

249 E Walnut Ave Des Plaines, IL 60016

Estimated Value: $436,000 - $484,000

5 Beds
2 Baths
2,160 Sq Ft
$215/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold July 19, 2019

Last sale price $340,000 $157 Per Sq Ft

Est. 37% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,354/month

81 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Multiple Garages
  • Property is near a park
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Terrace Elementary School Rated A-
  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Corner Lot

About This Home

As of July 2019

One of a kind opportunity in Des Plaines with ideal space for woodworking, crafting, contractors or car collectors. This completely remodeled home boasts a spacious 2nd floor master suite complete with a gorgeous fireplace, vaulted ceilings, glowing with sunlight & a bonus room providing so many options for all stages of life. The kitchen is gorgeous with grey cabinetry, granite counters & brand new stainless steel appliances. The main level has a stunning remodeled full bath & cozy living room area with 3 additional bedrooms & plenty of closet space. The huge family room off the back of the house makes entertaining in front of the fireplace a dream while overlooking a nice private patio. Situated next to Prairie Lakes Park & on a huge almost 1/2 acre lot with a massive 3 car garage featuring an office room & tons of workspace making this home ideal for someone who needs storage for materials, tools or equipment. Calling all contractors & trades people, you'll regret passing on this!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Justin Greenberg

Jameson Sotheby's International Realty License #471017520 Listed on: 03/21/2019

Jameson Sotheby's International Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Philip Schwartz

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475113640

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $9,006

Year Built | Renovated

  • 1952 | 2018

Lot Details

  • Southern Exposure
  • East or West Exposure
  • Corner Lot
  • Irregular Lot

Parking

  • Detached Garage
  • Multiple Garages
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Garage Is Owned

Home Design

  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof
  • Vinyl Siding

Interior Spaces

  • Vaulted Ceiling
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Dining Area
  • First Floor Utility Room
  • Crawl Space
  • Storm Screens

Kitchen

  • Galley Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Walk-In Closet
  • Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Eco-Friendly Details

  • North or South Exposure

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Separate Outdoor Workshop

Location

  • Flood Zone Lot
  • Property is near a park
  • Property is near a bus stop

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • $6,800 Seller Concession

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$9,006

Year Built | Renovated

1952 | 2018

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Flood Zone
  • Recent Rehab: Yes
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Number Interior Fireplaces: 2
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Rehab Year: 2018
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Sq Ft: 2160
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Estimated Year Built: 1952
  • Total Sq Ft: 2160
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1952
  • Year Renovated: 2018

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Laundry, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Number Of Rooms: 9
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 16X19, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Blinds
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
  • Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan, Multiple Water Heaters
  • Fireplace Details: Gas Starter
  • Attic: Pull Down Stair
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room, Master Bedroom
  • Basement: Crawl, Slab
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 5
  • Primary Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 5
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 10X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Other, Windows: None
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 12X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Porcelain Tile, Windows: None
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space, Galley
  • Additional Rooms: 5th Bedroom, Eating Area, Foyer, Utility Room-1st Floor, Walk In Closet
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 13X19, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 1 Name: 5th Bdrm, Dimensions: 8X11, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 2 Name: Eating Area, Dimensions: 7X11, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Porcelain Tile, Windows: Blinds
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 11X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 3 Name: Foyer, Dimensions: 7X8, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Porcelain Tile, Windows: None
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 8X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 4 Name: Utility Room-1st Floor, Dimensions: 3X9, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Other, Windows: None
  • Bedroom 4: Dimensions: 8X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Blinds
  • Additional Room 5 Name: Walk in Closet, Dimensions: 4X5, On Level: 2nd Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: None
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 2160
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2160
  • Main Level Sq Ft: 1685
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 475
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 11X15, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Carpet, Windows: Blinds

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio, Storms/Screens, Workshop
  • Exposure: N (North), S (South), E (East)
  • Acreage: 0.4638

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 5
  • Parking: Garage, Space/s
  • Parking Details: Side Apron, Driveway
  • Number Parking Spaces: 2
  • Parking On Site: Yes
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s), Multiple Garages
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 3
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Parking Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Electricity: 200+ Amp Service
  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas, Forced Air

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Assessed Sq Ft: 2160

Schools

  • School District: 207
  • Elementary School: Central Elementary School
  • Middle School: Chippewa Middle School
  • High School: Maine West High School
  • Junior High Dist: 62

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 38 X 22 X 206 X 20 X 200 X 156
  • Lot Description: Corner, Irregular, Park Adjacent
  • Parcel Identification Number: 09191040130000

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 9471.47

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 21, 2019
Closed on
Jul 19, 2019
Sold by
Zimny Jack M and Zimny Eva C
Bought by
Castaneda Kathleen and Castaneda Erick
Seller's Agent
Justin Greenberg
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
Philip Schwartz
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$359,500
Sold Price
$340,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,500
-5.42%
Total Days on Market
81
Current Estimated Value
$464,922

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$124,922
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.88%
Original Mortgage
$333,841
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
FHA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 4, 1994
Sold by
Allala Luis and Allala Yolanda
Bought by
Zimny Jack M and Zimny Eva C

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$115,000
Interest Rate
7.22%
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
Castaneda Kathleen $340,000 Old Republic Title
Zimny Jack M $118,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open Castaneda Kathleen $327,635
Closed Castaneda Kathleen $333,841
Previous Owner Zimny Jack M $115,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/19/2019 07/19/19 Sold $340,000 -2.8% $157 / Sq Ft
06/10/2019 06/10/19 Pending -- -- --
05/07/2019 05/07/19 Price Changed $349,900 -2.7% $162 / Sq Ft
03/21/2019 03/21/19 For Sale $359,500 -- $166 / 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
2024 $9,006 $35,000 $13,131 $21,869
2023 $9,006 $35,000 $13,131 $21,869
2022 $9,006 $35,000 $13,131 $21,869
2021 $9,249 $30,090 $17,171 $12,919
2020 $9,093 $30,090 $17,171 $12,919
2019 $8,176 $33,810 $17,171 $16,639
2018 $9,624 $35,615 $15,151 $20,464
2017 $9,471 $35,615 $15,151 $20,464
2016 $9,203 $35,615 $15,151 $20,464
2015 $9,322 $33,457 $13,131 $20,326
2014 $9,141 $33,457 $13,131 $20,326
2013 $8,896 $33,457 $13,131 $20,326
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10315896

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 09-19-104-013-0000