Chris Vernald
Engel & Voelkers Chicago
(708) 859-7250
165 Total Sales
2 in Des Plaines
$400K - $415K Price Range
474 E Washington St Des Plaines, IL 60016
Des Plaines AreaEstimated Value: $368,477
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
1,300
Sq Ft
$283/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Terrace Elementary School Rated A-
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Living Room
About This Home
As of January 2026Move-In Ready Brick Cape Cod in Prime Des Plaines Location! Charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath Cape Cod features a classic brick exterior and an inviting, relaxed feel. A tranquil breezeway connects the home to a large, private, tree-lined backyard - perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying quiet afternoons. Inside, you'll find gleaming oak hardwood floors, a main-floor primary bedroom, and a beautifully updated full bath. The kitchen has been refreshed with new quartz countertops and brand-new stainless-steel appliances. Upstairs offers two cozy bedrooms with a rustic, cabin-like atmosphere and a convenient half bath. The full unfinished basement provides plenty of storage and awaits your finishing ideas. Additional highlights include newer vinyl windows, an updated 100-amp electrical panel, newer hot water tank (2020), furnace and central air (approx. 4-5 years new), and a roof around 10 years old. Located in a quiet neighborhood of single-family homes within an award-winning school district - all at a great price! There's still time to move in before the holidays!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #471005750 Listed on: 11/20/2025
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,451
Year Built
- Built in 1946
Parking
- 1 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Frame Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,300 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Combination Kitchen and Dining Room
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Range
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Schools
- Terrace Elementary School
- Chippewa Middle School
- Maine West High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 100 Amp Service
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Lot Dimensions are 55 x 163
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Nov 20, 2025
Closed on
Jan 29, 2026
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Ralph Milito
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Gabriela Orozco
Shopping Casas Chicago LLC
List Price
$349,900
Sold Price
$358,000
Premium/Discount to List
$8,100
2.31%
Views
248
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
$10,477
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.82%
Original Mortgage
$340,100
Outstanding Balance
$338,348
Interest Rate
5.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$30,129
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 21, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 19, 2004
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$176,250
Interest Rate
6.35%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 14, 2004
Sold by
Bought by
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$176,250
Interest Rate
6.35%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 18, 1999
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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@properties Christie's International Real Estate
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $358,000 | None Listed On Document | ||
| -- | Chicago Title | ||
| -- | Atgf Inc | ||
| $235,000 | Atgf Inc | ||
| -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $340,100 | ||
| Previous Owner | $176,250 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/29/2026 01/29/26 | Sold | $358,000 | +2.3% | $275 / Sq Ft |
| 12/19/2025 12/19/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/20/2025 11/20/25 | For Sale | $349,900 | -- | $269 / 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 | $6,451 | $30,000 | $8,217 | $21,783 |
| 2024 | $6,451 | $24,469 | $6,848 | $17,621 |
| 2023 | $6,947 | $24,469 | $6,848 | $17,621 |
| 2022 | $6,947 | $27,001 | $6,848 | $20,153 |
| 2021 | $6,747 | $21,951 | $5,478 | $16,473 |
| 2020 | $6,633 | $21,951 | $5,478 | $16,473 |
| 2019 | $7,904 | $29,369 | $5,478 | $23,891 |
| 2018 | $6,592 | $22,041 | $4,793 | $17,248 |
| 2017 | $6,475 | $22,041 | $4,793 | $17,248 |
| 2016 | $6,125 | $22,041 | $4,793 | $17,248 |
| 2015 | $5,955 | $19,698 | $4,108 | $15,590 |
| 2014 | $5,829 | $19,698 | $4,108 | $15,590 |
| 2013 | $5,684 | $19,698 | $4,108 | $15,590 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Ralph Milito
Seller's Agent in 2026
Ralph Milito
@ Properties
(847) 980-8093
183 Total Sales
-
Gabriela Orozco
G
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Gabriela Orozco
Shopping Casas Chicago LLC
(331) 903-2079
50 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12521827
APN: 09-18-208-012-0000
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