271 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
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OFF MARKET

$541,000

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,949 sqft

271 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Est. Refi. Payment $3,765/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Nov 3, 2020 for $359,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$541K
Since last month
Decreased$4K (-0.7%)
Since last year
Increased$36K (+7.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$180K (+50.1%)
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 +60% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$540K
July 2026$543K
June 2026$551K
May 2026$549K
April 2026$536K
March 2026$520K
February 2026$499K
January 2026$494K
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
173 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$515,000
03/16/26
3
1.5
2,156
172 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$515,000
02/19/26
3
2
2,547
155 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$375,000
04/22/26
4
2
1,793
265 Drake Ln, Des Plaines, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$408,000
12/03/25
3
2
1,500
252 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.04
Single-Family Home
$475,000
01/05/26
4
3
1,694
422 Cambridge Rd, Des Plaines, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$485,000
04/28/26
3
2
1,303
245 Amherst Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$465,000
06/08/26
3
3
1,850
320 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.07
Single-Family Home
$508,000
02/06/26
3
2.5
1,429
209 Amherst Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$390,000
12/05/25
4
1.5
2,266
310 Harvard St, Des Plaines, IL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$373,000
05/11/26
3
1.5
2,300

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
259 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.01
$3,850
4
2
2,300
Recently Sold
228 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.06
$558,900
3
2
2,056
Off Market
287 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.02
$611,700
4
3
2,865
Off Market
222 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.07
$503,800
2
1.5
1,444
Off Market
223 Cambridge Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.09
$443,000
2
1.5
1,222
Off Market
311 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.05
$503,100
3
1.5
2,186
Off Market
320 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.07
$508,000
3
2.5
1,429
Recently Sold
274 Cambridge Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.10
$452,400
3
2
1,193
Off Market
274 N Cambridge Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.10
$414,600
3
2
-
Off Market
295 Ardmore Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.07
$533,000
3
2
1,896
Recently Sold
185 N Cambridge Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.13
$512,300
3
2
1,600
Off Market
334 Ardmore Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.09
$461,400
2
2
1,351
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1948
Living Area
1,949 sqft
Price/Sqft
$278
Parking
Garage

About this House

This single-family home is located at 271 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL. 271 Cornell Ave is in Des Plaines, IL and in ZIP code 60016. This property has 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms and approximately 1,949 sqft of floor space. This property has a lot size of 9888 sqft and was built in 1948.
271 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,949 sqft single-family home built in 1948. It last sold for $359,500 on Nov 3, 2020. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $541,000, with a rent estimate of $3,226/month.

Home Details for 271 Cornell Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementAtticNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt, OtherExterior: BrickPatio
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1948
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Georgian

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9888 sqft

Building

Fitness & Sports
Tennis Court

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Nov 3, 2020
Source: N/A
Sold
$359,500
Aug 3, 2020
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10754751
Sold
$359,500
Jun 24, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$350,000
Jun 21, 2020
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$350,000
Nov 5, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$349,900

Market trends in Des Plaines

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$329K
$6.62KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$234
$1MoM
Available listings
202
1MoM

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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  • 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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Frequently asked questions about 271 Cornell Ave

  • What is 271 Cornell Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 271 Cornell Ave in Des Plaines, IL is $541,000.
  • What is the price history for 271 Cornell Ave?
    271 Cornell Ave in Des Plaines, IL last sold for $359,500 in November 2020.
  • 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 $329K. That is up $6.62K from the prior month.
  • Does 271 Cornell Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 271 Cornell Ave in Des Plaines, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 271 Cornell Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 271 Cornell Ave in Des Plaines, IL has in-unit laundry.

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