2556 E Ballard Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
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2556 E Ballard Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016

  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,780 sqft

$494,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 18, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,391/mo*
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$494,600

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 18, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,391/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
2 Baths
2,780 sqft

Local Information

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Description

This is a solid, 2-unit building in an excellent area! This building needs work but it will make for a beautiful property one day! Live in one unit or rent out both units for income! Both units feature a large LR/DR area just a few steps away from a nicely updated kitchen. The bathrooms are spacious too! All bedrooms are spacious with ample closet space. Close to schools, shopping and transportation. A must see. Show and sell. NOTE: The property is in Flood Zone X, which is the least expensive flood insurance premium. Cash deals only. This property is zoned C-1, which means that if 50% or more of the structure burns down (fire) then it cannot be rebuilt as a single-family dwelling (home, condo, townhouse, 2-4 unit).
2556 E Ballard Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016 is a 4 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,780 sqft multi-family built in 1909. It last sold for $170,000 on Jan 12, 2017. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $494,600, with a rent estimate of $2,893/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating only
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 2556 E Ballard Rd

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Other, GasHeating Fuel: Other
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 12
Appliances & Utilities
Refrigerator

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: BrickPatio
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1909
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Multi FamilyArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 2

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10018 sqft

Price History for 2556 E Ballard Rd

DatePriceEventSource
01/12/2017$170,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09343732
01/06/2017$199,000PendingAgent Provided
10/21/2016$199,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/16/2016$219,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/29/2016$0ListingRemovedAgent Provided
07/28/2016$0Listed For SaleAgent Provided
04/09/2016$0ListingRemovedAgent Provided
04/08/2016$177,735PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/08/2016$0Listed For SaleAgent Provided
09/20/2014$275,000ListingRemovedAgent Provided
07/15/2014$275,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
06/10/1999$155,000Sold
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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$360,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 2556 E Ballard Rd

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
9235 Aspen Ln, Des Plaines, IL
0.37
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$370,000
10/21/25
4
3
1,568
9231 Aspen Ln, Des Plaines, IL
0.37
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$300,000
12/05/25
4
2
1,568
9268 Barberry Ln, Des Plaines, IL
0.39
Multi-Family Home
$380,500
05/27/26
3
2
1,568
9416 Meadow Ln, Des Plaines, IL
0.52
Multi-Family Home
$387,500
03/20/26
4
2
1,625
9460 Terrace Pl, Des Plaines, IL
0.67
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$380,000
01/02/26
3
2
1,569
9117 Barberry Ln, Des Plaines, IL
0.51
Multi-Family Home
$342,500
09/04/25
3
1.5
1,408
9413 Meadow Ln, Des Plaines, IL
0.50
Multi-Family Home
$325,000
04/10/26
3
1.5
1,550
9354 Twin Oaks Ln, Des Plaines, IL
0.53
Multi-Family Home
$415,000
09/19/25
4
2.5
2,200
9407 Ironwood Ln, Des Plaines, IL
0.49
Multi-Family Home
$367,000
03/18/26
3
1.5
1,550
9268 Barberry Ln #0, Des Plaines, IL
0.39
Multi-Family Home
$380,100
05/26/26
3
2.5
1,568

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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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  • 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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    "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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