543 Columbia Ave Des Plaines, IL 60016
Estimated payment $2,500/month
Highlights
- Very Popular Property
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Wood Flooring
- Terrace Elementary School Rated A-
- Recreation Room
- Main Floor Bedroom
About This Home
Classic Cape Cod, high on a hill - discover the charm of this solid brick home on a spacious corner lot, and watch the fall colors from the deck overlooking the huge yard. Lovely hardwood floors throughout, fantastic vintage details, and the oversized windows let in tons of natural light - even in the basement! Main floor master bedroom with 1/2 bath, 2 dormered bedrooms and full bath on 2nd level - hardwood under carpet. Hobbyist's basement, formerly a woodworking shop and brewmaster's lab. Newer 2 car garage with tons of storage, just steps from the back door. Bring your ideas to modernize this Chicago classic home!
Listing Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate Brokerage Email: clientcare@starckre.com License #475154394 Listed on: 11/04/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,863
Year Built
- Built in 1939
Lot Details
- 0.35 Acre Lot
- Corner Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
Interior Spaces
- 1,330 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Recreation Room
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry Room
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Walk-In Closet
Schools
- Terrace Elementary School
- Chippewa Middle School
- Maine West High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
- Cumberland Subdivision, Cape Cod Floorplan
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,863 | $32,000 | $11,321 | $20,679 |
| 2023 | $6,650 | $32,000 | $11,321 | $20,679 |
| 2022 | $6,650 | $32,000 | $11,321 | $20,679 |
| 2021 | $4,338 | $28,777 | $9,057 | $19,720 |
| 2020 | $3,973 | $28,777 | $9,057 | $19,720 |
| 2019 | $3,911 | $31,975 | $9,057 | $22,918 |
| 2018 | $4,354 | $25,041 | $7,924 | $17,117 |
| 2017 | $4,202 | $25,041 | $7,924 | $17,117 |
| 2016 | $4,795 | $25,041 | $7,924 | $17,117 |
| 2015 | $5,480 | $22,679 | $6,792 | $15,887 |
| 2014 | $5,253 | $22,679 | $6,792 | $15,887 |
| 2013 | $5,244 | $22,679 | $6,792 | $15,887 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/24/2025 11/24/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 11/16/2025 11/16/25 | Price Changed | $365,000 | -1.4% | $274 / Sq Ft |
| 11/04/2025 11/04/25 | For Sale | $370,000 | -- | $278 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $80,000 | New Conventional |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12509036
APN: 09-18-210-033-0000
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