1149 S 3rd Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
OFF MARKET

1149 S 3rd Ave
Des Plaines, IL 60016

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,460 sqft

$381,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 28, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,668/mo*
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$381,400

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 28, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,668/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,460 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1957
Living Area
1,460 sqft
Price/Sqft
$261
Parking
Garage

About this House

Nestled on a spacious 63x137 lot and conveniently located near all three schools, this beautifully maintained brick ranch is ready for you to call it home! Freshly painted throughout, this home boasts a bright and inviting living room featuring bay windows that flood the space with natural light. The spacious kitchen, complete with an adjoining dining area, is perfect for both everyday meals and entertaining guests. Relax by the cozy fireplace in the family room or enjoy the privacy of three generously sized bedrooms. The expansive backyard offers ample space for outdoor activities, while the detached garage includes a versatile side room-ideal for a home office, workshop, or extra storage. With its classic charm, functional layout, and unbeatable location, this home is a must-see!
1149 S 3rd Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,460 sqft single-family home built in 1957. It last sold for the $349,900 asking price on Jan 16, 2025. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $381,400, with a rent estimate of $3,090/month.

Home Details for 1149 S 3rd Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: NoneNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1460 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDryerLaundry: Main LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air,RadiantHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Family RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability Access
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: Patio
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1957
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, StoneNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 09201160460000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $349,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Dec 13 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Des Plaines
School Information
Elementary School: Forest Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 62Jr High / Middle School: Algonquin Middle SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 62High School: Maine West High SchoolHigh School District: 207

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1460 Square Feet

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8631 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

Mls Number: 12214216

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Jocelyn McGovern, CSC, (773) 294-9912
RE/MAX Properties Northwest
Laurie Panizo
RE/MAX Properties Northwest
Bought with: Marius Bolinas, A-Team Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12214216

Price History for 1149 S 3rd Ave

DatePriceEventSource
01/16/2025$349,900Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12214216
12/16/2024$349,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12214216
11/21/2024$349,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12214216
11/04/2024ListingRemovedN/A
10/06/2024$349,500PriceChange
N/A
10/02/2024$375,000Listed For SaleN/A

Market trends in Des Plaines

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$320K
$4.17KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.7%MoM
Price per sq ft
$232
$6MoM
Available listings
203
17MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$5,411
Assessment$260,010
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1149 S 3rd Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1076 S 3rd Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$435,000
07/08/26
3
2
1,677
1056 E Villa Dr, Des Plaines, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$375,000
04/09/26
3
1.5
1,250
1028 W Villa Dr, Des Plaines, IL
0.26
Single-Family Home
$381,000
05/07/26
3
1.5
1,277
1048 E Walnut Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$489,000
03/31/26
3
2
1,639
1094 E Algonquin Rd, Des Plaines, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$415,000
08/01/25
3
2
1,730
1304 Dennis Pl, Des Plaines, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$475,000
06/25/26
3
2
1,179
982 W Villa Dr, Des Plaines, IL
0.30
Single-Family Home
$310,000
04/30/26
3
1.5
1,245
1215 Webster Ln, Des Plaines, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$349,000
09/05/25
2
1
1,000
1155 E Walnut Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$485,000
08/04/25
3
1.5
1,640
1166 Webster Ln, Des Plaines, IL
0.04
Single-Family Home
$335,000
07/07/26
2
1
906

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What Locals Say about Des Plaines

At least 515 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 84 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 81 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 78 % Say parking is easy

  • 75 % Say car is needed

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 68 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 67 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 66 % Say kids play outside

  • 66 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 66 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 63 % Say it's quiet

  • 58 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say there's wildlife

  • 47 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 29 % Say there are community events

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  • Caroline Wood
    "Great sense of community. Beautiful neighborhood. Lots of beautiful mature trees in the area. Beautiful homes. "
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  • Jasmina Ejupovic
    "Friendly people, clean area, major stores and restaurants in nearby neighborhoods like Rosemont and Mt Prospect, with some major stores in our area. Family friendly and generally quiet, aside from trains and sirens. "
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  • Hyder
    "I am not sure about what dog owners like or not like. I do not like it if the dog owners do not pick up after their dogs. "
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    "I only live about 2.5 miles from work so my commute is short and sweet and I don’t really experience much traffic"
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  • Captzamboni
    "Taste of Des Plaines….Fall Fest are very family oriented. Great place to raise a family. I’ve been a resident since 1993. "
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  • Arroyom617
    "Get kids involved in sports here it’s key for the kids to create friendships and parents can also build friendships as well. "
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  • Brucefran53
    "Very very friendly and well kept up neighborhood. Everyone helps each other. Great senior center and I love the library. It has wonderful programs also. Their website is the best. Des plaines has wonderful schools. Very easy to reach anywhere because of being close to the airport. We also have access to many major highways. Metra is easy to get to here for access to downtown."
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  • Amjdvm98
    "I drive downtown. Its not too bad for a commute. I commute daily snd get on 294 to 90 east. Takes about 40 minutes to my office. "
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  • Man.rodrigues2
    "The owners of dogs would like the parks around. I always see dogs playing. Although most of the buildings in the area doesn’t allow pets. "
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  • Sarah G.
    "I’ve lived around this area for 25 years quiet and clean good place to raise a family and go for walks"
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  • Y.kalamata
    "There a lot of dogs and dog walkers in our area. no dog parks that i know of but the forest preserve is down the street. "
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  • Hyderhash10
    "My neighborhood has easy access to expressways, public transportation and close to the airport and convenient shopping and close to a pharmacy. "
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  • Sperezic
    "great area for starting family and schools are close by and very good I raised my boys here and family in the neighborhood "
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  • Y.kalamata
    "its close to every highway. its very easy to get to and from any where. airport is easy to get to and you get rosemont perks for their centers. "
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  • Jennie V.
    "Perfect commute to the city or to the western suburbs. Never longer than 40 minutes if you’re heading to Elgin. Commute to the city can be as little as 25 minutes depending on which part of Chicago you’re going to."
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  • Jennie V.
    "Taste of Des Plaines, various events at the Des Plaines library. Plus have the entertainment district in Rosemont (10 minutes away) is really nice."
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  • Peterekw75
    "It’s a pet friendly area with lots of parks and dog parks near by with no leash rules. Bring your dog and be happy "
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  • Michelle
    "perfect location!! can really to metra station and highway very close! close to shopping and restaurants! "
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  • Mjrihani
    "Most people in Des Plaines own their cars. But biopic transportation is available on most main streets. Just a short walk to the bus stop. "
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  • A. T.
    "Lots of kids play in the front yards and even meet up in the small park by the townhouses. It’s a safe area, just teach your kids to look both ways before crossing the street since a good amount of cars go in and out from all around. Especially near downtown Des Plaines."
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  • Dev R.
    "Great neighborhood for family to live. Everything you need is around from shopping malls to parks. There are too many parks around des plaines, where can you spend your weekend with your family. "
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  • Lee D.
    "not much going on. needs more restaurants and activities . maybe when streets are finished the town will come back to life. mov ie theater downtown will help when its finished. "
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  • Bob Micek
    "Excellent outdoor opportunities for families with children. Quiet neighborhood with excellent school, park district and public service resources. Location allows quick access to interstates and airport for commuting and travel. Public transportation options are available nearby as well."
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  • Bcouch0600
    "Very close to all major transportation. Con: airport can be noisy. Lots of people with loud mufflers in this city. "
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  • Fred
    "yes awesome very clean freindly clean nice people roads need some work tho, respectfully stores and restaurants near by ,"
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  • Ddawn8data
    "Forest Elementary School has a Turkey Trot every year. the local restaurant offers Hometown bands and weekly specials."
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  • SA
    "I recently moved to this neighborhood, I feel very convenient for all public transportation and school."
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    "forgive your children. you raised them. every parent messes up. your kids might forgive you later if you treat them right. this is a lovely neighborhood."
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    "I lived in this neighborhood almost my whole entire life. right off walnut it's nice and peaceful and it's safe for the most part."
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Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Click here for more information