NOT LISTED FOR SALE

542 Vassar Ln Des Plaines, IL 60016

Des Plaines Area

Estimated Value: $397,000 - $444,482

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,005 Sq Ft
$417/Sq Ft Est. Value

Sale Details

Date Sold: March 27, 2020

Last sale price $300,000 $299 Per Sq Ft

Est. 40% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $2,965 / mo

21 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Mature Trees
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Cumberland Elementary School Rated A
  • Wood Flooring
  • 5-minute walk to Dimucci-Lowenberg Park

About This Home

As of March 2020

LOCATED ON ONE OF THE PRETTIEST TREE LINED STREETS, THIS ADORABLE HOME WILL IMPRESS ANY BUYER~HARDWOOD FLOORS THROUGHOUT THE MAIN LEVEL ~ KITCHEN BOASTS LOTS OF CABINETS/BRAND NEW COUNTERTOPS/BACKSPLASH/BLACK APPL ~ SUNNY EATING AREA OFF THE KITCHEN ~ COZY LIVING ROOM ~ REMODELED BATHS ~ FINISHED BASEMENT WITH FAMILY ROOM/FULL BATH/LOTS OF STORAGE ~ ALL COPPER PIPING ~ PATIO TO ENJOY THE DEEP FENCED IN YARD ~ DETACHED 2.5 CAR GARAGE ~ LOTS OF "NEWS" INCLUDING WINDOWS(2015)FURNACE & AC (2018) HWH(2018)~COME QUICK!

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Sharon Gidley

RE/MAX Suburban License #471020652 Listed on: 02/03/2020

RE/MAX Suburban

Last Buyer's Agent

Holly Connors

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475141644

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Year Built

  • 1959

Lot Details

  • Fenced Yard
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Mature Trees

Parking

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

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Slab Foundation
  • Asphalt Shingled Roof

Interior Spaces

  • Home Gym
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Breakfast Bar
  • Oven or Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • In-Law or Guest Suite
  • Bathroom on Main Level

Laundry

  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • Patio
  • Property is near bus stop

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Year Built

1959

Lot Details

7,405 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • General Information: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Total Full or Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Sq Ft: 1005
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Estimated Year Built: 1959
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Total Sq Ft: 2010
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Built: 1959

Interior Features

  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Arrangement, 1st Floor Full Bath
  • Number Of Rooms: 7
  • Living Room: Dimensions: 16X13, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood, Windows: All
  • Appliances: Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Equipment: Humidifier, TV-Cable, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan, Sump Pump
  • Basement: Full
  • Basement: Finished
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Bedrooms All Levels: 3
  • Above Grade Bedrooms: 3
  • Laundry: Dimensions: 10X10, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Carpet
  • Kitchen Type: Dimensions: 14X12, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Vinyl
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space
  • Additional Rooms: Exercise Room
  • Master Bedroom: Dimensions: 13X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Additional Room 1 Name: Exercise Rm, Dimensions: 13X12, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Vinyl
  • Bedroom 2: Dimensions: 13X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom 3: Dimensions: 13X10, On Level: Main Level, Flooring: Hardwood
  • Estimated Sq Ft: 1005
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2010
  • Basement Sq Ft: 1005
  • Basement Finished Sq Ft: 1005
  • Upper Level Sq Ft: 1005
  • Family Room: Dimensions: 27X24, On Level: Basement, Flooring: Vinyl

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt/Glass (Shingles)
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio
  • Acreage: 0.17

Garage/Parking

  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On Site: Yes
  • Number Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Parking Included In Price: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned

Utilities

  • Air Conditioner: Central Air
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Heating Fuel: Gas

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Assessed Sq Ft: 1005

Schools

  • Junior High Dist: 62

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 55 X 125
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard, Landscaped Professionally, Mature Trees
  • Parcel Identification Number: 09071070210000
  • Zero Lot Line: No

Tax Info

  • Taxes: 5468.64

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
May 7, 2025
Sold by
Marrero Ronald Andrew
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
$419,371

Purchase Details

Listed on
Feb 3, 2020
Closed on
Mar 24, 2020
Sold by
Sprague Scott
Bought by
Marrero Ronald Andrew
Seller's Agent
Sharon Gidley
RE/MAX Suburban
Buyer's Agent
Holly Connors
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$319,900
Sold Price
$300,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$19,900
-6.22%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.34%
Original Mortgage
$270,000
Interest Rate
3.49%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 9, 2009
Sold by
Trost Gary G
Bought by
Sprague Scott

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$198,000
Interest Rate
4%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 30, 1997
Sold by
Trost Marilyn L
Bought by
Trost Marilyn L and Marilyn L Trost Declaration Of Trust
Source: Public Records

Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

Average Home Value in this Area

Source: Public Records

Agents Specializing in Des Plaines, IL

  • Kim Suhanek Real Estate Agent - @properties Christie's International Real Estate

    Kim Suhanek

    @properties Christie's International Real Estate

    (224) 271-9760

    88 Total Sales

    1 in Des Plaines

    $274,900 Price

    Kim Suhanek
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  • Airel Hermosillo Real Estate Agent - Smart Home Realty

    Airel Hermosillo

    Smart Home Realty

    (630) 761-5132

    272 Total Sales

    3 in Des Plaines

    $245K - $455K Price Range

    Airel Hermosillo
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  • George Ayling Real Estate Agent - Select a Fee RE System

    George Ayling

    Select a Fee RE System

    (708) 859-7153

    203 Total Sales

    1 in Des Plaines

    $356,000 Price

    George Ayling
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  • Gene Villamiel Real Estate Agent - Villa Miel Realty, Inc.

    Gene Villamiel

    Villa Miel Realty, Inc.

    (708) 729-5413

    40 Total Sales

    2 in Des Plaines

    $238K - $415K Price Range

    Gene Villamiel
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  • Vipin Gulati Real Estate Agent - RE/MAX Professionals Select

    Vipin Gulati

    RE/MAX Professionals Select

    (708) 859-6295

    267 Total Sales

    2 in Des Plaines

    $320K - $375K Price Range

    Vipin Gulati
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  • Jamie Hering Real Estate Agent - Coldwell Banker Realty

    Jamie Hering

    Coldwell Banker Realty

    (224) 427-6271

    728 Total Sales

    1 in Des Plaines

    $500,000 Price

    Jamie Hering
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Purchase History

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Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
-- None Listed On Document
Marrero Ronald Andrew $300,000 Heritage Title Company
Sprague Scott $220,000 Attorneys Title Guaranty Fun
Trost Marilyn L -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner $270,000
Previous Owner Sprague Scott $198,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
03/27/2020 03/27/20 Sold $300,000 -2.9% $299 / Sq Ft
02/24/2020 02/24/20 Pending -- -- --
02/19/2020 02/19/20 Price Changed $309,000 -3.4% $307 / Sq Ft
02/03/2020 02/03/20 For Sale $319,900 -- $318 / 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 $7,949 $35,000 $7,425 $27,575
2024 $7,949 $30,150 $6,311 $23,839
2023 $8,148 $31,667 $6,311 $25,356
2022 $8,148 $31,667 $6,311 $25,356
2021 $5,440 $17,699 $5,197 $12,502
2020 $6,399 $24,277 $5,197 $19,080
2019 $6,418 $27,278 $5,197 $22,081
2018 $5,469 $21,721 $4,455 $17,266
2017 $5,390 $21,721 $4,455 $17,266
2016 $5,342 $21,721 $4,455 $17,266
2015 $5,977 $19,769 $3,898 $15,871
2014 $5,850 $19,769 $3,898 $15,871
2013 $5,705 $19,769 $3,898 $15,871
Source: Public Records

Agents Affiliated with this Home

  • Sharon Gidley Real Estate Agent - RE/MAX Suburban

    Seller's Agent in 2020

    Sharon Gidley

    RE/MAX Suburban

    (847) 812-5081

    179 Total Sales

    Sharon Gidley
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  • Holly Connors Real Estate Agent - @ Properties

    Buyer's Agent in 2020

    Holly Connors

    @ Properties

    (773) 383-2490

    750 Total Sales

    Holly Connors
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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: MRD10625509

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 09-07-107-021-0000

Illinois Cook County Des Plaines 60016

542 Vassar Ln, Des Plaines, IL

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