Seller's Agent in 2025
Mary Childers
Keller Williams Thrive
(847) 322-3885
38 in this area
85 Total Sales
856 Margret St Des Plaines, IL 60016
Estimated Value: $358,750 - $404,000
3
Beds
1
Bath
1,126
Sq Ft
$332/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Property is near park
- Wood Flooring
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Maine West High School Rated A-
- Breakfast Room
- Crown Molding
About This Home
As of September 2025Lovingly and tastefully maintained 1926 house with original crown molding, woodwork and doorplates. This home has the charm of a nearly 100 year old house with the central air and efficiencies for today's living. Breakfast nook addition has windows on three sides showing incredibly beautiful back yard with statuary, water fountain and a variety of planting beds. Open second floor upstairs can be configured for 3 separate spaces. Full dry basement has lots of room for storage and work/utility areas. Located in Westfield Gardens neighborhood in mature tree lined street. Close to downtown amenities - theatre, shopping, restaurants, library, METRA/PACE and 294/90 highways. Award winning Des Plaines Park District Prairie Lakes is nearby withinside gym, workout center, lap and therapy pools along with outdoor walking path, adventure golf, soccer and volleyball fields. House is sold As Is.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Keller Williams Thrive License #471007126 Listed on: 08/02/2025
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $6,245
Year Built
- Built in 1925
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 40 x 185
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Home Design
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,126 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Crown Molding
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Laundry Room
- Storage Room
- Wood Flooring
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Breakfast Room
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- 1 Full Bathroom
Parking
- 2 Parking Spaces
- Parking Available
- Driveway
- Off-Street Parking
Location
- Property is near park
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 2, 2025
Closed on
Aug 18, 2025
Sold by
Bohan Richard and Bohan Pam
Bought by
Lucaci-Oprea Cosmin and Lucaci-Oprea M
Seller's Agent
Mary Childers
Keller Williams Thrive
Buyer's Agent
Craig Fallico
Baird & Warner
List Price
$360,000
Sold Price
$370,000
Premium/Discount to List
$10,000
2.78%
Views
8
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
-$615
Avg. Annual Appreciation
1.50%
Original Mortgage
$199,900
Outstanding Balance
$199,728
Interest Rate
6.74%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$173,710
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jan 30, 1996
Sold by
Poyer Arthur Edwin and Poyer Violet Bernice
Bought by
Bohan Richard and Bohan Pam
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$146,000
Interest Rate
7.11%
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lucaci-Oprea Cosmin | $370,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Bohan Richard | $163,500 | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | Lucaci-Oprea Cosmin | $199,900 | |
| Previous Owner | Bohan Richard | $146,000 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/03/2025 09/03/25 | Sold | $370,000 | +2.8% | $329 / Sq Ft |
| 08/03/2025 08/03/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/02/2025 08/02/25 | For Sale | $360,000 | -- | $320 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $6,245 | $28,000 | $6,696 | $21,304 |
| 2024 | $6,245 | $27,000 | $5,580 | $21,420 |
| 2023 | $6,067 | $27,000 | $5,580 | $21,420 |
| 2022 | $6,067 | $27,000 | $5,580 | $21,420 |
| 2021 | $4,545 | $18,117 | $4,464 | $13,653 |
| 2020 | $4,537 | $18,117 | $4,464 | $13,653 |
| 2019 | $4,494 | $20,130 | $4,464 | $15,666 |
| 2018 | $4,477 | $18,406 | $3,906 | $14,500 |
| 2017 | $4,416 | $18,406 | $3,906 | $14,500 |
| 2016 | $4,421 | $18,406 | $3,906 | $14,500 |
| 2015 | $3,942 | $15,664 | $3,348 | $12,316 |
| 2014 | $3,875 | $15,664 | $3,348 | $12,316 |
| 2013 | $3,761 | $15,664 | $3,348 | $12,316 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Mary Childers
-
Craig Fallico
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Craig Fallico
Baird & Warner
(847) 226-0834
46 in this area
812 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12431602
APN: 09-20-103-024-0000
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