2196 Spruce Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018
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2196 Spruce Ave
Des Plaines, IL 60018

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 2,255 sqft

$675,000

Est. Mortgage $4,600/mo*
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$675,000

Est. Mortgage $4,600/mo*
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4 Beds
3 Baths
2,255 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
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Description

Welcome to this beautiful, expanded brick split level home in Des Plaines, offering 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, and spacious living across 3 finished levels. The main level offers a bright open-concept layout highlighted by a gourmet kitchen, a chef's paradise, completed in 2024, featuring quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, a spacious island, and marble backsplash, all open to the inviting living room with an electric LED fireplace. Upstairs, the lavish primary suite is a true retreat with expansive closet space and amazing spa-like bathroom completed in 2026, featuring a separate shower, soaking tub, and heated toilet. Additional 3 bedrooms offer plenty of space for family and guests. The fully finished lower level extends the living area with a spacious family room, large dining area, 3rd full bath, and convenient walkout access. You'll also find a specious laundry room area and extra storage space with a high-efficiency HVAC system with Nest thermostat. Step outside into the fenced privacy yard with a gazebo and fruit trees, creating a peaceful outdoor oasis for relaxation and activities. Additional improvements include European doors throughout, and windows replaced in 2024 on the main and upper levels, new gutters and soffits in 2024 with electrical wiring ready for lights, an overhead sewer line, a 2-car garage, and a crawl space offering even more storage and flexibility. This home offers the perfect blend of space, luxury, convenience, and an exceptional Des Plaines location close to major highways, dining, and entertainment. Just steps from Lake Opeka, you can enjoy paddle boat and kayak rentals at the marina, fishing, a par-3 golf course, a paved walking trail, and a family-friendly splash pad with playground. Don't wait, schedule your showing today and see why this could be the dream home you've been waiting for!

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$299
Listed
No Info

Home Details for 2196 Spruce Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,Crawl Space,Exterior Entry,Concrete,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space,Daylight,Full,Walk-Out AccessNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2255 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Utilities: Cable AvailableAppliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Humidifier, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherLaundry: Gas Dryer Hookup,Laundry Closet,SinkRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced Air,Radiant FloorHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Electric, Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Window Treatments, DrapesFlooring: Hardwood, Laminate
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: Tri-Level, Split LevelAccessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood, Laminate
View
Has a ViewView: Water
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltFencing: Fenced, Chain LinkOther Structures: Gazebo, Shed(s)Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Off Street,Driveway,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1962Year Renovated: 2024
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Split Level
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionNo Additional ParcelsIs Habitable Residence
Property Information
Parcel Number: 09294070200000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $675,000Price Per Sqft: $299
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

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Location

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

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 12693570

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2255 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Park, Lake, Dock, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: NoneHOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8125 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12693570Attic: Pull Down StairWater ViewWater View: Water

Additional Information

ParkLakeDockCurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: NoMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: NoMRD Address On VOW Display: YesMRD Price History On IDX Display: NoMRD Market Time On IDX Display: NoMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address DisplayHide Days On Site DisplayHide Price History DisplayMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes
Last check for updates: about 23 hours ago
Listing courtesy of: Aga Czechura, (224) 715-4686
HomeSmart Connect LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12693570
Also Listed on MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MRED as distributed by MLS GRID.

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

Price History for 2196 Spruce Ave

DatePriceEventSource
07/01/2026$725,000ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12687508
06/25/2026$725,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12687508
03/02/2007$385,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #06302218
12/17/2004$344,000Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax
Assessment$340,000
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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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    "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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    "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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Aga Czechura, HomeSmart Connect LLC
Agent Phone: (224) 715-4686
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
2196 Spruce Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 2,255 sqft single-family home built in 1962. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12693570.