Sharon Lynch
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(224) 258-0623
69 Total Sales
15 in Des Plaines
$130K - $1.1M Price Range
420 Dara James Rd Des Plaines, IL 60016
Des Plaines AreaEstimated Value: $395,000 - $476,016
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,708
Sq Ft
$245/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Laundry Room
- Elk Grove High School Rated A
- Living Room
- Entrance Foyer
About This Home
As of November 2025Welcome to 420 Dara James your Perfect Tri-Level Gem! Discover the well-designed living space, set on a spacious lot in the coveted High Ridge Knolls neighborhood. Featuring 3 generous size bedrooms, 1 full and 1 half bath. This home has distinctive brick paver driveway and brick exterior that displaying its classic character. Step inside and you will find two separate living areas ideal for family gatherings and quiet retreats. The bright, open layout offers, an attached garage for easy access, and generous yard space for outdoor enjoyment. Located just steps from Brentwood Elementary School, this house delivers unbeatable convenience. With nearby shops, parks, and transit connections, everything you need is within reach. Including the nearby Blackhawk dog park for four-legged family members. This home has been well cared for within the same family since it was built. What sets this property apart is its commitment to sustainable living with solar panels installed in 2022, offering energy efficiency and reduced utility costs for years to come. This is a very solid home with lots of potential to make it your own. In this neighborhood it will not last long.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Baird & Warner License #475193280 Listed on: 10/03/2025
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,609
Year Built
- Built in 1962
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Brick Driveway
Home Design
- Split Level Home
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 1,708 Sq Ft Home
- Entrance Foyer
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Laundry Room
- Carpet
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
Schools
- Brentwood Elementary School
- Friendship Junior High School
- Elk Grove High School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Baseboard Heating
- Heating System Uses Steam
- 100 Amp Service
- Lake Michigan Water
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Oct 3, 2025
Closed on
Nov 24, 2025
Sold by
Joan Woodruff Trust and Mintun John
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Patty Pierce
Baird & Warner
Buyer's Agent
Basil Kawash
REMAX Legends
List Price
$425,000
Sold Price
$385,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$40,000
-9.41%
Views
59
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
$33,748
Avg. Annual Appreciation
10.97%
Original Mortgage
$335,000
Outstanding Balance
$332,714
Interest Rate
6.19%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$85,290
Purchase Details
Closed on
May 6, 2014
Sold by
Woodruff Joan
Bought by
Woodruff Joan and Joan Woodruff Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 10, 2010
Sold by
Woodruff Frederick and Woodruff Joan
Bought by
Woodruff Fred and Woodruff Joan
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Julie Roback
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(224) 279-6533
276 Total Sales
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Gloria Zrnich
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $385,000 | None Listed On Document | ||
| Woodruff Joan | -- | None Available | |
| Woodruff Fred | -- | None Available |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $335,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/26/2025 11/26/25 | Sold | $385,000 | -7.2% | $225 / Sq Ft |
| 10/21/2025 10/21/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/17/2025 10/17/25 | Price Changed | $415,000 | -2.4% | $243 / Sq Ft |
| 10/03/2025 10/03/25 | For Sale | $425,000 | -- | $249 / 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 | $7,609 | $42,000 | $8,531 | $33,469 |
| 2024 | $7,609 | $36,001 | $7,313 | $28,688 |
| 2023 | $7,230 | $36,001 | $7,313 | $28,688 |
| 2022 | $7,230 | $36,001 | $7,313 | $28,688 |
| 2021 | $4,575 | $26,021 | $4,875 | $21,146 |
| 2020 | $4,168 | $26,021 | $4,875 | $21,146 |
| 2019 | $4,191 | $28,913 | $4,875 | $24,038 |
| 2018 | $6,108 | $28,727 | $4,062 | $24,665 |
| 2017 | $4,578 | $28,727 | $4,062 | $24,665 |
| 2016 | $7,898 | $30,600 | $4,062 | $26,538 |
| 2015 | $6,140 | $26,779 | $3,656 | $23,123 |
| 2014 | $6,097 | $26,779 | $3,656 | $23,123 |
| 2013 | $5,939 | $26,779 | $3,656 | $23,123 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Patty Pierce
Seller's Agent in 2025
Patty Pierce
Baird Warner
(847) 757-7257
14 Total Sales
-
Basil Kawash
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Basil Kawash
RE/MAX
(708) 539-1979
71 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12465749
APN: 08-13-409-003-0000
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