Seller's Agent in 2025
Michael Lohens
RE/MAX
(847) 921-5522
16 in this area
142 Total Sales
972 Howard Ave Des Plaines, IL 60018
3
Beds
2
Baths
2,071
Sq Ft
1946
Built
Highlights
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Community Lake
- Property is near a park
- Algonquin Middle School Rated A-
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
As of September 2025CHARMING 3 BEDROOM 2 FULL BATH CAPE COD WITH A SECOND FLOOR LOFT AREA THAT WILL MAKE A PERFECT READING OR COMPUTER AREA FOR THE KIDS. THE FIRST FLOOR FEATURES A COZY LIVING ROOM AND A SEPARATE DINING ROOM. THERE IS AN EATIN KITCHEN THAT OPENS TO THE LARGE 1ST FLOOR FAMILY ROOM WITH DOORS THAT LEAD TO A BEAUTIFUL DECK. THE SECOND FLOOR HAS THREE GOOD SIZE BEDROOMS, AND A FULL BATH WITH A DOUBLE BOWL VANITY AND A WALIN SHOWER. THERE IS A 1ST FLOOR LAUNDRY ROOM/ MUD ROOM. THE PARTIAL BASEMENT HAS YOUR MECHANICALS AND SOME STORAGE SPACE. THERE IS AN OVERSIZED 2 1/2 DETACHED GARAGE WITH AN INTERIOR STAIRCASE THAT LEADS TO AN UNFINISHED ATTIC THAT HAS LOADS OF STORAGE. ALL OF THIS AND IT IS LOCATED ACROSS THE STREET FROM LAKE PARK THAT HAS GOLF, FOOTGOLF, PADDLE, BOATS, KAYAKS AND THE FOXTAIL ON THE LAKE RESTAURANT.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
RE/MAX Properties Northwest License #475139093 Listed on: 07/25/2025
Last Buyer's Agent
Jacqueline Alter
Redfin Corporation License #475170587
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,426
Year Built
- Built in 1946
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 50x145
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2.5 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Cape Cod Architecture
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,071 Sq Ft Home
- 1.5-Story Property
- Window Screens
- Mud Room
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Loft
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Wood Flooring
- Partial Basement
Kitchen
- Range
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Sinks
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
Schools
- Plainfield Elementary School
- Algonquin Middle School
- Maine West High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Additional Features
- Deck
- Property is near a park
Community Details
- Community Lake
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Nov 8, 2019
Sold by
Sisson Rebecca L and Charles W Sisson Family Trust
Bought by
Sisson Rebecca L and Rebecca L Sisson Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jul 18, 2019
Sold by
Sisson Rebecca L
Bought by
Sisson Rebecca L and Charles W Sisson Family Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 18, 2014
Sold by
Sisson Rebecca L and Sisson Charles W
Bought by
Sisson Rebecca L and Rebecca L Sisson Trust
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 24, 2008
Sold by
Sisson Charles W
Bought by
Sisson Charles W and Sisson Rebecca L
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$250,000
Interest Rate
6.09%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Dec 9, 2004
Sold by
Sisson Charles W and Sisson Rebecca L
Bought by
Sisson Charles W and Charles W Sisson Trust
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Attorney | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | Attorney | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | None Available | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Closed | $238,100 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $250,000 | New Conventional | |
| Closed | $132,000 | Unknown | |
| Closed | $60,000 | Credit Line Revolving |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/10/2025 09/10/25 | Sold | $430,000 | 0.0% | $208 / Sq Ft |
| 07/28/2025 07/28/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 07/28/2025 07/28/25 | Off Market | $430,000 | -- | -- |
| 07/25/2025 07/25/25 | For Sale | $389,900 | -- | $188 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $8,426 | $29,928 | $4,745 | $25,183 |
| 2023 | $8,223 | $31,958 | $4,745 | $27,213 |
| 2022 | $8,223 | $31,958 | $4,745 | $27,213 |
| 2021 | $6,979 | $22,706 | $6,205 | $16,501 |
| 2020 | $6,862 | $22,706 | $6,205 | $16,501 |
| 2019 | $6,866 | $25,513 | $6,205 | $19,308 |
| 2018 | $8,803 | $29,436 | $5,475 | $23,961 |
| 2017 | $8,648 | $29,436 | $5,475 | $23,961 |
| 2016 | $8,180 | $29,436 | $5,475 | $23,961 |
| 2015 | $7,804 | $28,437 | $4,745 | $23,692 |
| 2014 | $7,655 | $28,437 | $4,745 | $23,692 |
| 2013 | $7,447 | $28,437 | $4,745 | $23,692 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Michael Lohens
-
Jacqueline Alter
J
Buyer's Agent in 2025
Jacqueline Alter
Redfin Corporation
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12429312
APN: 09-29-101-045-0000
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