John Kubota
Real Broker LLC
(224) 808-4646
39 Total Sales
1 in Des Plaines
$391,195 Price
537 S 5th Ave Des Plaines, IL 60016
Des Plaines AreaEstimated Value: $457,000 - $497,000
6
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,364
Sq Ft
$200/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Property is near park
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Living Room
- Terrace Elementary School Rated A-
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Laundry Room
About This Home
As of May 2025Fantastic opportunity to own Move in Ready spacious, solid brick bungalow on the charming, quiet street of Des Plaines. The house features 6 bedrooms, 2.5 Baths, full basement with additional 2 bonus rooms and tons of storage. The whole house was painted in 2024, new laminate flooring throughout the house 2024. Brand new kitchen 2025, new dishwasher 2025, new microwave 2025, major kitchen appliances 2024. Primary suite on the second floor features a private bathroom with a step in shower. Oversized 4 car garage makes a great workshop or is perfect for the car enthusiast. Excellent location, near train, town shopping and nightlife. Schools and parks nearby as well. Quick closing is possible, so don't delay!! NEW CENTRAL AC JUST INSTALLED!
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Keller Williams North Shore West License #475159418 Listed on: 04/17/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475135317
Create a Home Valuation Report for This Property
The Home Valuation Report is an in-depth analysis detailing your home's value as well as a comparison with similar homes in the area
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,442
Year Built
- Built in 1932 | Remodeled in 2023
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 49 x 133
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 2,364 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Dining Room
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry Room
Flooring
- Carpet
- Vinyl
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 6 Bedrooms
- 6 Potential Bedrooms
Schools
- Terrace Elementary School
- Chippewa Middle School
- Maine West High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Baseboard Heating
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
- Property is near park
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 17, 2025
Closed on
May 1, 2025
Sold by
Usmanov Amirbek and Usmanova Syinagul
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Venera Cameron
Keller Williams North Shore West
Buyer's Agent
Christopher Demos
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$470,000
Sold Price
$454,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$16,000
-3.4%
Views
17
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
$15,198
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.19%
Original Mortgage
$324,000
Outstanding Balance
$320,078
Interest Rate
6.92%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$153,602
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 8, 2024
Closed on
Jun 5, 2024
Sold by
Pauly Howard
Bought by
Usmanov Amirbek and Usmanov Syinagul
Seller's Agent
Pete Gialamas
Century 21 Langos & Christian
Buyer's Agent
Pete Gialamas
Century 21 Langos & Christian
List Price
$450,000
Sold Price
$400,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$50,000
-11.11%
Views
146
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
15.11%
Original Mortgage
$380,000
Interest Rate
7.38%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Oct 9, 2014
Sold by
Pauly Howard Allen and Pauly Maryann E
Bought by
Pauly Howard Allen
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$123,490
Interest Rate
3.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 1, 2005
Sold by
Pauly Howard R
Bought by
Pauly Howard A and Pauly Mary Ann E
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$152,000
Interest Rate
5.98%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 30, 2000
Sold by
Brown David R and Kitsos Suzette Renee
Bought by
Pauly Howard R
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Des Plaines, IL
-
John Kubota
-
Erin Hill
Erin Hill
Responds QuicklyColdwell Banker Real Estate Group
(224) 970-3247
173 Total Sales
1 in Des Plaines
$285,000 Price
-
Julia Matyjas
Julia Matyjas
Responds QuicklyHomeSmart Connect LLC
(224) 628-7984
16 Total Sales
1 in Des Plaines
$238,000 Price
-
Ruslana Pentek
Ruslana Pentek
Leader Realty, Inc.
(888) 691-5909
65 Total Sales
3 in Des Plaines
$170K - $465K Price Range
-
Joseph Deardurff
Joseph Deardurff
Keller Williams ONEChicago
(630) 864-6422
77 Total Sales
1 in Des Plaines
$465,000 Price
-
Vasanti Bhatt
Vasanti Bhatt
Home 4 U Realty, Inc.
(847) 610-6674
75 Total Sales
1 in Des Plaines
$350,000 Price
Purchase History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $454,000 | None Listed On Document | ||
| Usmanov Amirbek | $400,000 | Chicago Title | |
| Pauly Howard Allen | -- | None Available | |
| Pauly Howard A | -- | Multiple | |
| Pauly Howard R | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $324,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | Usmanov Amirbek | $380,000 | |
| Closed | Pauly Howard Allen | $123,490 | |
| Previous Owner | Pauly Howard A | $152,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/01/2025 05/01/25 | Sold | $454,000 | -3.4% | $192 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/18/2025 04/18/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/17/2025 04/17/25 | For Sale | $470,000 | +17.5% | $199 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/07/2024 06/07/24 | Sold | $400,000 | -7.0% | $169 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 05/01/2024 05/01/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 04/24/2024 04/24/24 | Price Changed | $429,900 | -4.5% | $182 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/08/2024 04/08/24 | For Sale | $450,000 | -- | $190 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History
We collect this data history from publicly available records. To have your information removed, we recommend requesting removal directly through your county’s website.
| 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 | $8,442 | $47,000 | $5,985 | $41,015 |
| 2024 | $8,442 | $36,001 | $4,988 | $31,013 |
| 2023 | $8,207 | $36,001 | $4,988 | $31,013 |
| 2022 | $8,207 | $36,001 | $4,988 | $31,013 |
| 2021 | $7,228 | $27,512 | $3,990 | $23,522 |
| 2020 | $7,189 | $27,512 | $3,990 | $23,522 |
| 2019 | $8,688 | $36,398 | $3,990 | $32,408 |
| 2018 | $7,494 | $29,182 | $3,491 | $25,691 |
| 2017 | $7,383 | $29,182 | $3,491 | $25,691 |
| 2016 | $7,217 | $29,182 | $3,491 | $25,691 |
| 2015 | $6,569 | $25,103 | $2,992 | $22,111 |
| 2014 | $6,452 | $25,103 | $2,992 | $22,111 |
| 2013 | $4,663 | $19,539 | $2,992 | $16,547 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Venera Cameron
Seller's Agent in 2025
Venera Cameron
Keller Williams North Shore West
(847) 293-9411
239 Total Sales
-
Christopher Demos
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Christopher Demos
@ Properties
(847) 707-1456
138 Total Sales
-
Pete Gialamas
Seller's Agent in 2024
Pete Gialamas
Century 21 Langos & Christian
(847) 962-5851
127 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12341483
APN: 09-18-404-028-0000
Disclaimer: Certain information contained herein is derived from information provided by parties other than Homes.com. All information provided is deemed reliable, but is not guaranteed to be accurate and should be independently verified.
All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website.
Listings courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) as distributed by MLS GRID.
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID
Nearby Homes
- 644 S 4th Ave
- 890 North Ave
- 1078 Greenview Ave
- 1087 Rose Ave
- 47 Nicholas Dr E
- 69 Nicholas Dr W
- 952 W Grant Dr
- 721 Hanbury Dr
- 390 S Western Ave Unit 204
- 390 S Western Ave Unit 402
- 430 S Western Ave Unit 711
- 964 S 3rd Ave
- 980 W Grant Dr
- 1211 Brown St Unit 3C
- 1188 Colfax Ave
- 511 Bedford Ln
- 575 Bedford Ln
- 1243 E Washington St Unit C304
- 1208 Harding Ave
- 1024 S Wolf Rd
Your Personal Tour Guide
Ask me questions while you tour the home.