Helen Paredes
@properties Christies International Real Estate
(877) 801-0624
47 Total Sales
1 in Des Plaines
$154,900 Price
940 W Grant Dr Des Plaines, IL 60016
Des Plaines AreaEstimated Value: $457,944
3
Beds
1.5
Baths
2,735
Sq Ft
$167/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Community Lake
- Property is near park
- Formal Dining Room
- Maine West High School Rated A-
- Wood Flooring
- 3 Car Detached Garage
About This Home
As of June 2026Your new home is ready for you......T his beautifully updated home is located in the heart of Des Plaines. This solid brick home with plaster walls has hardwood floors and many windows replaced to be efficient and allow some much natural light to flow into your new home... Lovely gas fireplace to enjoy on a chilly evening. Spacious bedrooms all on the same floor. Updated bathrooms plus a roughed in additional future bathroom in the basement. Inviting family room overlooking the pretty backyard and garage. Plus a Trex deck to grill... 3 car garage for all of your "toys." Along with a large room in the garage attic. Home also comes with a full English Basement. Close to schools, new downtown w/ commuter train and new restaurants.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Century 21 Langos & Christian License #475127473 Listed on: 04/30/2026
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $7,391
Year Built
- Built in 1939
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 39.9 x131.9x40x131.9
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 3 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Available
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Aluminum Siding
- Plaster
Interior Spaces
- 2,735 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Built-In Features
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Replacement Windows
- Window Screens
- Family Room Downstairs
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Unfinished Basement
- Natural lighting in basement
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
- Disposal
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Schools
- Forest Elementary School
- Algonquin Middle School
- Maine West High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Radiant Heating System
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- Patio
- Property is near park
Community Details
- Homerican Villas Subdivision
- Community Lake
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Apr 30, 2026
Closed on
May 19, 2026
Sold by
Johnston Keith and Johnston Wendy S
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Jan Goczkowski
Century 21 Langos & Christian
Buyer's Agent
Barbara Augustyn Rago
HomeSmart Connect LLC
List Price
$454,500
Sold Price
$450,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$4,500
-0.99%
Views
29
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
$7,944
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.96%
Original Mortgage
$405,000
Outstanding Balance
$403,841
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$54,103
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 16, 2015
Sold by
Johnston Keith N and Johnston Wendy S
Bought by
The Johnston Declaration Of Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 31, 2004
Sold by
Jopke Kenneth M
Bought by
Johnston Keith L and Johnston Wendy S
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$235,200
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
Unknown
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| $450,000 | None Listed On Document | ||
| The Johnston Declaration Of Trust | -- | Attorney | |
| Johnston Keith L | $294,000 | Ticor Title Insurance Compan |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $405,000 | ||
| Closed | Johnston Keith L | $235,200 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/15/2026 06/15/26 | Sold | $450,000 | -1.0% | $165 / Sq Ft |
| 05/02/2026 05/02/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 04/30/2026 04/30/26 | For Sale | $454,500 | -- | $166 / 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 | $7,391 | $41,000 | $4,752 | $36,248 |
| 2024 | $7,391 | $34,000 | $3,960 | $30,040 |
| 2023 | $7,165 | $34,000 | $3,960 | $30,040 |
| 2022 | $7,165 | $34,000 | $3,960 | $30,040 |
| 2021 | $5,295 | $23,219 | $3,300 | $19,919 |
| 2020 | $5,329 | $23,219 | $3,300 | $19,919 |
| 2019 | $5,360 | $26,089 | $3,300 | $22,789 |
| 2018 | $6,778 | $26,098 | $2,904 | $23,194 |
| 2017 | $6,676 | $26,098 | $2,904 | $23,194 |
| 2016 | $6,558 | $26,098 | $2,904 | $23,194 |
| 2015 | $6,108 | $22,828 | $2,508 | $20,320 |
| 2014 | $5,996 | $22,828 | $2,508 | $20,320 |
| 2013 | $5,829 | $22,828 | $2,508 | $20,320 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Jan Goczkowski
Seller's Agent in 2026
Jan Goczkowski
Century 21 Langos & Christian
(847) 228-8713
74 Total Sales
-
Barbara Augustyn Rago
Buyer's Agent in 2026
Barbara Augustyn Rago
The McDonald Group
(847) 606-0080
34 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12633279
APN: 09-19-206-034-0000
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