252 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
SOLD
JAN 5, 2026

252 Cornell Ave
Des Plaines, IL 60016

  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,694 sqft

$475,000

Last Sold: Jan 5, 2026
$280/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $3,262/mo*
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$475,000

Last Sold: Jan 5, 2026
$280/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $3,262/mo*
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4 Beds
3 Baths
1,694 sqft

Local Information

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Description

This single-family home is located at 252 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL. 252 Cornell Ave is in Des Plaines, IL and in ZIP code 60016. This property has 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms and approximately 1,694 sqft of floor space. The last sold price per dimension was $280/sqft. This property has a lot size of 10650 sqft and was built in 1953.
252 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,694 sqft single-family home built in 1953. It last sold for $475,000 on Jan 5, 2026. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $655,100, with a rent estimate of $3,952/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
$280/sqft
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 252 Cornell Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Shake ShingleExterior: Stone
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1953
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Price & Status

Price
Price Per Sqft: $280/sqft

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10650 sqft

Price History for 252 Cornell Ave

DatePriceEventSource
01/05/2026$475,000Sold
N/A
02/01/1994$170,000Sold
N/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
Assessment$390,010
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 252 Cornell Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
245 Amherst Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$465,000
06/08/26
3
3
1,850
320 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$508,000
02/06/26
3
2.5
1,429
228 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.02
Single-Family Home
$530,000
08/08/25
3
2
2,056
154 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$520,000
10/10/25
4
2.5
3,300
173 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$515,000
03/16/26
3
1.5
2,156
155 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$375,000
04/22/26
4
2
1,793
172 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$515,000
02/19/26
3
2
2,547
265 Drake Ln, Des Plaines, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$408,000
12/03/25
3
2
1,500
304 Amherst Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$525,000
03/05/26
3
3
2,102

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What Locals Say about Des Plaines

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  • 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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "perfect location!! can really to metra station and highway very close! close to shopping and restaurants! "
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  • Mjrihani
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    "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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    "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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    "Very close to all major transportation. Con: airport can be noisy. Lots of people with loud mufflers in this city. "
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    "yes awesome very clean freindly clean nice people roads need some work tho, respectfully stores and restaurants near by ,"
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    "Forest Elementary School has a Turkey Trot every year. the local restaurant offers Hometown bands and weekly specials."
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