241 Westmere Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
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OFF MARKET

$422,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,040 sqft

241 Westmere Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Est. Refi. Payment $3,039/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Feb 16, 2024 for $374,900

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$422K
Since last month
Decreased$4K (-1%)
Since last year
Increased$13K (+3.1%)
Since last sale
Increased$47K (+12.4%)
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 +70% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$421K
August 2026$426K
July 2026$423K
June 2026$430K
May 2026$430K
April 2026$428K
March 2026$425K
February 2026$411K
January 2026$408K
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
536 Farthing Ln, Des Plaines, IL
0.06
Single-Family Home
$420,000
07/29/26
3
1.5
1,400
170 Westmere Rd, Des Plaines, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$352,000
04/22/26
3
1.5
1,335
420 Dara James Rd, Des Plaines, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$385,000
11/26/25
3
1.5
1,708
230 W Millers Rd, Des Plaines, IL
0.03
Single-Family Home
$399,900
12/12/25
3
1.5
2,240
571 Dara James Rd, Des Plaines, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$475,000
06/01/26
3
2
1,582
381 W Millers Rd, Des Plaines, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$405,000
08/03/26
2
2
1,220
450 Little Path Rd, Des Plaines, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$445,000
11/03/25
3
1.5
1,560
555 Figard Ln, Des Plaines, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$470,000
09/16/26
3
3
1,144
350 Lance Dr, Des Plaines, IL
0.30
Single-Family Home
$410,000
11/07/25
3
1.5
1,700
420 W Millers Rd, Des Plaines, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$331,000
12/04/25
3
2.5
1,205

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
515 Dara James Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.02
$411,400
3
1.5
1,300
Off Market
515 Dara James St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.04
$420,200
3
1.5
1,300
Off Market
230 W Millers Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.03
$399,900
3
1.5
2,240
Recently Sold
280 Westmere Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.07
$407,400
3
2
1,200
Off Market
536 Farthing Ln, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.06
$420,000
3
1.5
1,400
Recently Sold
450 Dara James Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.08
$893,200
4
3.5
4,191
Off Market
200 W Millers Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.07
$469,300
3
1.5
1,311
Off Market
215 W Bradley St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.10
$486,100
3
2.5
-
Off Market
191 Westmere Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.09
$426,000
3
2
1,322
Off Market
420 Dara James Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.11
$385,000
3
1.5
1,708
Recently Sold
170 Westmere Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.12
$352,000
3
1.5
1,335
Recently Sold

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 241 Westmere Rd.
  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1962
1,040 sqft
$406/sqft
1 Car Garage

About this House

"After a full day of looking at houses, we walked in the door, saw the back yard and knew this was our home." That is how this current home owner felt when they came into this home. At that time it met all their criteria. Now it is your opportunity to enjoy the updates they have completed which include new vinyl siding, new concrete walk way, new asphalt driveway, new garage door and new front screen door. This home has 3 bedrooms with 2 full baths, the lower level has a family room with windows that bring in natural light, laundry room with utility sink and a large storage closet. The back yard is completely fenced, has a large patio, there is plenty of room for a playset, there is a vegetable garden in the back corner and there is a shed for all your outdoor items. Brentwood Elementary school is only 1 block away in this much coveted neighborhood. For your convenience shopping, restaurants, expressway access are all within a few minutes from this home.
241 Westmere Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,040 sqft single-family home built in 1962. It last sold for $374,900 on Feb 16, 2024 (1% below the $379,900 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $422,000, with a rent estimate of $3,056/month.
Last check for updates: about 9 hours ago
Listed by Sharon Lynch, CSC, (847) 471-1984
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with: Patrick Linden, RE/MAX NEXT
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11933453

Home Details for 241 Westmere Rd

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,Partially Finished,PartialNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Eating Area, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Storage
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1040 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, RefrigeratorLaundry: SinkRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: DrapesFlooring: Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: Bi-LevelAccessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood, Laminate, Carpet
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: PatioFencing: FencedOther Structures: Shed(s)
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 3Parking: Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Owned,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1962
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bi-Level
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 08134120130000Model Home Type: SPLIT

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $379,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Jan 11 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Des Plaines
School Information
Elementary School: Brentwood Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 59Jr High / Middle School: Friendship Junior High SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 59High School: Elk Grove High SchoolHigh School District: 214

Building

Building Details
Builder Model: SPLIT

Community

Community Features: Park

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 11933453

Additional Information

ParkSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 16, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11933453
Sold
$374,900
Feb 9, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11933453
Pending
$379,900
Jan 12, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11933453
Contingent
$379,900
Jan 2, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11933453
PriceChange
$379,900
Price decreased by 3%
Nov 18, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11933453
Listed For Sale
$389,900

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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    "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 241 Westmere Rd

  • What is 241 Westmere Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 241 Westmere Rd in Des Plaines, IL is $422,000.
  • What is the price history for 241 Westmere Rd?
    241 Westmere Rd in Des Plaines, IL last sold for $374,900 in February 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 241 Westmere Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 241 Westmere Rd in Des Plaines, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 241 Westmere Rd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 241 Westmere Rd in Des Plaines, IL has laundry facilities.

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