223 Cambridge Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
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OFF MARKET

$440,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 2 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,222 sqft

223 Cambridge Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Est. Refi. Payment $3,195/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 6, 2024 for $385,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$441K
Since last month
Decreased$1K (-0.3%)
Since last year
Increased$43K (+10.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$55K (+14.3%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +91% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$440K
August 2026$442K
July 2026$443K
June 2026$437K
May 2026$428K
April 2026$417K
March 2026$410K
February 2026$404K
January 2026$409K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
265 Drake Ln, Des Plaines, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$408,000
12/03/25
3
2
1,500
155 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$375,000
04/22/26
4
2
1,793
475 Amherst Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.36
Single-Family Home
$457,000
04/07/26
2
1.5
1,422
320 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$508,000
02/06/26
3
2.5
1,429
488 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.36
Single-Family Home
$415,000
02/09/26
3
2
1,297

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
185 N Cambridge Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.05
$518,000
3
2
1,600
Off Market
190 Cambridge Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.06
$493,200
3
1.5
1,554
Off Market
222 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.03
$501,800
2
1.5
1,444
Off Market
228 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.03
$564,300
3
2
2,056
Off Market
172 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.07
$515,000
3
2
2,547
Recently Sold
265 Drake Ln, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.10
$408,000
3
2
1,500
Recently Sold
Address Not Disclosed, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.10
$640,800
4
2.5
3,300
Off Market
173 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.09
$515,000
3
1.5
2,156
Recently Sold
274 Cambridge Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.08
$448,000
3
2
1,193
Off Market
274 N Cambridge Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.08
$417,700
3
2
-
Off Market
259 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.08
$3,850
4
2
2,300
Recently Sold

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1957
1,222 sqft
$360/sqft
1 Car Garage

About this House

What's unique:Brick ranchWood burning fireplacesAttached garageSleek ceiling fansAmple storageUpdated kitchen
Solid well maintained brick ranch with attached garage in desirable Cumberland Highlands subdivision surrounded by other well maintained and beautifully landscaped homes! Floor to ceiling wood burning fireplaces in living room and basement! Hardwood oak floors! Updated kitchen with beautiful birch cabinetry with self closing drawers and soft close doors, glass tile backsplashes, granite counter tops, stainless appliances and ceramic tiled floor! Updated main floor full bath with lovely ceramic tiled tub surround, ceramic/stone tiled walls, Kohler cast iron bathtub and sink, Kohler one piece toilet and antique bronze finished fixtures! High end vinyl triple thermal pane widows, blinds, sleek ceiling fans and lighting thoughout the main floor! Bose ceiling mounted surround sound speakers with wall speaker jack connections! Additional insulation in attic provides high R value for more efficient heating and cooling! Full unfinished area of basement waiting to be finished along with 1/2 bath waiting to be replaced with new full bath! Spacious back yard with mature trees and lovely landscaping creates serene setting to sit back and escape the urban enviroment! Large custom built shed with ample storage for yard tools and more plus translucent roof vent and window provides plently of natural light! Carpeting, tacking strips and staples recently removed from bedrooms making floors ready for refinishing or new carpeting! A few updates, complete new interior paint job and refinishing of the hardwood floors will make this one stellar home! Dates of improvements: HVAC ducts cleaned 9/2024, Washing machine 2/2024; driveway and walkways 9/2020; furnace and A/C 9/2019; fireplaces cleaned and inspected 8/2018; living room fireplace doors and screens 12/2018; full bath remodeled 2015 (toilet 4/2021, bath tub 1999); cordless blinds in living and dining rooms 2017/2015; tear off roof on house and shed 5-6/2012; kitchen remodeled 2011 (faucet 9/2024, dishwasher 10/2023, disposal 4/2016); dryer 7/2011; shed built 5/2010; paver brick patio 2008; garage overhead door, sewer clean out and crack sealed in basement wall by laundry area 2007; hot water heater 2005; 100 amp circiut breaker panel, vinyl windows and fascia/soffits/freeze board aluminum clad 2003; garage door opener and basement bath remodeled 2002.
223 Cambridge Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,222 sqft single-family home built in 1957. It last sold for $385,000 on Nov 6, 2024 (7% above the $360,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $440,500, with a rent estimate of $2,959/month.
Last check for updates: 1 day ago
Listed by Robert Self, (847) 338-6660
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with: Dorota Dynak, (708) 989-2232, Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12182872

Home Details for 223 Cambridge Rd

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished,Unfinished,Concrete,Daylight,FullNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1222 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Oven, Front Controls on Range/Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalLaundry: Gas Dryer Hookup,Laundry Chute,SinkMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced Air,Floor FurnaceHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 2Fireplace: Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Heatilator, Includes Accessories, Masonry, More than one, Living Room, BasementHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Replacement Windows, Screens, DrapesFlooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
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Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Patio, PorchOther Structures: Shed(s), StorageFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Garage,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Off Street,Driveway,Owned
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1957
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Brick, Clad Trim, PlasterNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 09073020100000Model Home Type: RANCH

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $360,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Oct 14 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

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

Building

Building Details
Builder Model: RANCH

Community

Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8520.336 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12182872Attic: Full

Additional Information

CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Entire Listing DisplaySource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: Yes

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 6, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12182872
Sold
$385,000
Oct 15, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12182872
Contingent
$360,000
Oct 11, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12182872
Listed For Sale
$360,000
Nov 16, 2007
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #06694426
Sold
$315,000
Feb 18, 1994
Source: N/A
Sold
$106,000

Market trends in Des Plaines

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

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

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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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  • 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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    "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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Frequently asked questions about 223 Cambridge Rd

  • What is 223 Cambridge Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 223 Cambridge Rd in Des Plaines, IL is $440,500.
  • What is the price history for 223 Cambridge Rd?
    223 Cambridge Rd in Des Plaines, IL last sold for $385,000 in November 2024.
  • Is Des Plaines a buyer's or seller's market?
    Des Plaines is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Des Plaines?
    The median sale price in Des Plaines is $340K. That is up $14.33K from the prior month.
  • Does 223 Cambridge Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 223 Cambridge Rd in Des Plaines, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 223 Cambridge Rd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 223 Cambridge Rd in Des Plaines, IL has laundry facilities.

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