1738 Whitcomb Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018
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$157,000

    1738 Whitcomb Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018

    Est. Mortgage $1,177/mo*
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    Lot/Land

    Local Information

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

    About this House

    Bring your builder to build your dream home. Excellent location vacant land in a great residential area in Des Plaines. Electric, Gas, & water nearby. Soil test ready up on request.
    Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
    Listing courtesy of: Honi Khiziran, (847) 845-4806
    MK Global Realty Co
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12630301
    Also Listed on MRED as distributed by MLS GRID.

    Home Details for 1738 Whitcomb Ave

    Active Status

    MLS Status: Active

    Interior Features

    Appliances & Utilities
    Utilities: Electricity Nearby, Natural Gas Nearby
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    Exterior Features

    Frontage
    Road Frontage: City StreetRoad Surface Type: AsphaltNot on Waterfront
    Farm & Range
    Frontage Length: 60

    Days on Market

    Days on Market: 145

    Property Information

    Property Type / Style
    Property Type: LandProperty Subtype: Unimproved Land
    Property Information
    Parcel Number: 09213030430000

    Price & Status

    Price
    List Price: $157,000
    Status Change & Dates
    Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

    Location

    Direction & Address
    City: Des Plaines
    School Information
    Elementary School District: 62Jr High / Middle School District: 62High School District: 207

    Agent Information

    Listing Agent
    Listing ID: 12630301

    Lot Information

    Lot Area: 10050 sqft

    Listing Info

    Special Conditions: None

    Business

    Business Information
    Ownership: Fee Simple

    Miscellaneous

    Mls Number: 12630301

    Additional Information

    Source Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: YesMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD Address On VOW Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: YesSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplayMRD Price History On IDX Display: YesMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes

    Around this home

    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

    • 67 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

    • 67 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

    • 67 % Say people would walk alone at night

    • 66 % Say yards are well-kept

    • 66 % Say kids play outside

    • 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

    Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
    • 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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    • Trulia User
      "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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    • blob
      "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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    • Rebecca g.
      "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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    Market trends in Des Plaines

    Last updated August 2026
    Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
    Avg. sale price
    $340K
    $14.33K    MoM
    Sale-to-List Price
    100.0%
    Price per sq ft
    $237
    $5    MoM
    Available listings
    218
    15    MoM

    Home Value

    Learn more about this home's value by checking out the value of nearby homes and how much similar homes have sold for.

    Comparable sales

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    Nearby home prices

    Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
    Address
    Distance
    Price
    Bed
    Bath
    Sqft
    Status
    1768 Whitcomb Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018
    0.03
    $391,400
    2
    1
    1,200
    Off Market
    1280 S River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60018
    0.04
    $350,000
    3
    2
    1,650
    Recently Sold
    1781 Whitcomb Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018
    0.06
    $338,400
    3
    1.5
    1,539
    Off Market
    1773 E Whitcomb Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018
    0.07
    $577,300
    3
    1.5
    -
    Off Market
    1708 Van Buren Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018
    0.08
    $421,300
    3
    1.5
    1,100
    Off Market
    1683 Van Buren Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018
    0.09
    $517,000
    4
    3
    1,211
    Off Market
    1220 S River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60018
    0.09
    $380,000
    3
    1
    1,600
    Recently Sold
    1694 Van Buren Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018
    0.10
    $410,200
    5
    3
    1,861
    Off Market
    1733 E Algonquin Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
    0.10
    $489,700
    5
    2
    1,336
    Off Market
    1310 Shagbark Dr, Des Plaines, IL 60018
    0.10
    $846,200
    5
    3.5
    3,200
    Off Market
    1338 S River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60018
    0.10
    $410,200
    3
    1.5
    1,478
    Off Market

    Price and Tax history

    DateEventPrice
    Apr 30, 2026
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12630301
    		Listed For Sale
    $157,000
    Oct 6, 2025
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12472263
    		Sold
    $110,000
    Sep 22, 2025
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12472263
    		Contingent
    $108,000
    Sep 15, 2025
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12472263
    		PendingToActive
    $108,000
    Jul 30, 2025
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12412109
    		Contingent
    $76,000

    LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

    Honi Khiziran, MK Global Realty Co
    Agent Phone: (847) 845-4806
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    Frequently asked questions about 1738 Whitcomb Ave

    • How big is 1738 Whitcomb Ave?
      1738 Whitcomb Ave in Des Plaines, IL is about 0.23 acres (10,050 sq ft).
    • What is the price per acre for 1738 Whitcomb Ave?
      1738 Whitcomb Ave in Des Plaines, IL is listed at $157,000, or about $680K per acre.
    • What do residents say about Des Plaines?
      Residents describe Des Plaines, IL as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and easy to park in. See homes for sale in Des Plaines, IL.
    • What are the closest schools to 1738 Whitcomb Ave?
      The closest schools to 1738 Whitcomb Ave in Des Plaines, IL are Central Elementary School (rated 8/10), Chippewa Middle School (rated 7/10), Iroquois Community School (Elementary/Middle, rated 8/10).
    1738 Whitcomb Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018 is a lot/land. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID on Apr 30, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12630301.