NOT LISTED FOR SALE

491 Leslie Ct Unit 201 Des Plaines, IL 60016

Forest River Neighborhood

Estimated Value: $217,000 - $233,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,000 Sq Ft
1992 Built

Sale Details

Date Sold: November 26, 2025

Last sale price $215,000 $215 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $1,723 / mo

1 Day on Market

Highlights

  • Lock-and-Leave Community
  • Balcony
  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Maine East High School Rated A
  • Laundry Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room

About This Home

As of November 2025

Freshly updated and move-in ready! This spacious 2-bedroom, 2-bath condo in a well-maintained building features brand-new carpet and fresh paint (2025) throughout. The light-filled living and dining area offers an open layout with a private balcony perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The kitchen includes plenty of cabinet and counter space, plus a convenient eat-in area. Generous primary suite with full bath and large closet. Additional highlights include laundry in the building, central air, and assigned parking. Ideally located near shopping, dining, parks, and the Metra station-offering the perfect blend of comfort, privacy and convenience. No dogs and cats. No rentals.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Syuzanna Zakharchuk

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate Brokerage Email: clientcare@starckre.com License #475134821 Listed on: 10/27/2025

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate

Last Buyer's Agent

Sam Toma

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475187540

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,617

Year Built

  • Built in 1992

HOA Fees

  • $275 Monthly HOA Fees

Home Design

  • Entry on the 2nd floor
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,000 Sq Ft Home
  • 3-Story Property
  • Window Screens
  • Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Parking

  • 1 Parking Space
  • Parking Available
  • Parking Included in Price
  • Assigned Parking

Outdoor Features

  • Balcony

Schools

  • North Elementary School
  • Chippewa Middle School
  • Maine East High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, insurance, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal
  • 6 Units
  • Nancy Gewargis Association, Phone Number (847) 644-9764
  • Lock-and-Leave Community

Amenities

  • Coin Laundry

Pet Policy

  • No Pets Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,617

Year Built

Built in 1992

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$275 per month

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Ownership: Condo
  • EntryLevel: 2
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo
  • Year Built: 1992
  • Age: 31-40 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Attribution Contact: clientcare@starckre.com
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 3

Interior Features

  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • LivingArea: 1000
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Stories Total: 3
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Total Sq Ft: 0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Parking Features: Assigned, Yes
  • ParkingTotal: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Septic-Mechanical
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Common Area
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee: 275
  • Association Amenities: Coin Laundry, Security Door Lock(s)
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: Self Managed
  • Management Contact Name: Nancy Gewargis
  • Management Phone: 847-644-9764

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal

Schools

  • Elementary School: North Elementary School
  • High School: Maine East High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Chippewa Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: CONDO
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): No
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2617
  • Tax Year: 2023

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 6

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 27, 2025
Closed on
Nov 14, 2025
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Syuzanna Zakharchuk
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Sam Toma
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$215,000
Sold Price
$215,000
Views
39
Current Estimated Value
$224,014

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$9,014
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.32%
Original Mortgage
$208,550
Interest Rate
0.0624%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Listed on
Oct 31, 2014
Closed on
Jan 8, 2015
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Peter Drossos
Peter Drossos Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Radu Muresan
Radu G. Muresan
List Price
$114,900
Sold Price
$97,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,400
-15.14%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
7.57%
Original Mortgage
$78,000
Interest Rate
0.0412%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 7, 2014
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 27, 2005
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
$146,400
Interest Rate
0.067%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 24, 2002
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
$143,450
Interest Rate
0.075%
Source: Public Records

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
$215,000 First American Title
-- First American Title Ins Co
-- None Available
$183,000 Cti
$151,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Open $208,550
Previous Owner $78,000
Previous Owner $185,250
Closed $146,400
Previous Owner $36,600
Previous Owner $142,500
Previous Owner $143,450
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
11/26/2025 11/26/25 Sold $215,000 0.0% $215 / Sq Ft
10/28/2025 10/28/25 Pending -- -- --
10/27/2025 10/27/25 For Sale $215,000 +120.5% $215 / Sq Ft
01/30/2015 01/30/15 Sold $97,500 -7.1% $108 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
12/18/2014 12/18/14 Pending -- -- --
12/01/2014 12/01/14 Price Changed $104,900 -8.7% $117 / Sq Ft
10/31/2014 10/31/14 For Sale $114,900 -- $128 / 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 $2,617 $14,438 $365 $14,073
2024 $2,617 $13,189 $365 $12,824
2023 $2,491 $13,189 $365 $12,824
2022 $2,491 $13,189 $365 $12,824
2021 $2,124 $10,233 $443 $9,790
2020 $2,154 $10,233 $443 $9,790
2019 $2,143 $11,477 $443 $11,034
2018 $2,115 $10,451 $391 $10,060
2017 $2,105 $10,451 $391 $10,060
2016 $2,222 $10,451 $391 $10,060
2015 $3,100 $12,824 $338 $12,486
2014 $3,027 $12,824 $338 $12,486
2013 $2,932 $12,824 $338 $12,486
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Syuzanna Zakharchuk

    Seller's Agent in 2025

    Syuzanna Zakharchuk

    Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate

    (224) 210-0002

    1 in this area

    15 Total Sales

    Syuzanna Zakharchuk
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  • Sam Toma

    Buyer's Agent in 2025

    Sam Toma

    @ Properties

    (773) 999-1233

    3 in this area

    110 Total Sales

    Sam Toma
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  • Peter Drossos

    Seller's Agent in 2015

    Peter Drossos

    Peter Drossos Real Estate

    (773) 593-5626

    185 Total Sales

    Peter Drossos
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  • Radu Muresan

    Buyer's Agent in 2015

    Radu Muresan

    Radu G. Muresan

    (773) 860-7617

    31 Total Sales

    Radu Muresan
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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12504702

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 09-09-201-069-1003

Illinois Cook County Des Plaines 60016 Forest River

491 Leslie Ct Unit 201, Des Plaines, IL

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