280 Potter Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
OFF MARKET

$125,000

Last sold price
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,784 sqft (on 0.86 acres)

280 Potter Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 27, 2012 for $125,000

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1952
0.86 acre lot
1,784 sqft
Garage

About this House

VALUE IS IN THE LAND.40.000 SF AVAILABLE. SOLD AS-IS.NO SURVEY OR DISCLOSURES PROVIDED.BUYER RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY/ALL COMPLIANCES..ALL OFFERS MUST HAVE PRE-AROVAL. EARNEST MONEY IN CERTIFIED FUNDS.
280 Potter Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,784 sqft single-family home built in 1952. It last sold for $125,000 on Jun 27, 2012. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate rent is $3,620/month.

Home Details for 280 Potter Rd

Interior Features

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Heating & Cooling
Cooling System: Central
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Wood
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1952
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: split level

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.86 acres

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 27, 2012
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07406223
Sold
$125,000
Mar 29, 2012
Source: Agent Provided
ListingRemoved
$139,900
Dec 22, 2011
Source: Agent Provided
PriceChange
$139,900
Price decreased by 53%
Nov 5, 2011
Source: Agent Provided
Listed For Sale
$298,000

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 280 Potter Rd

  • What is the price history for 280 Potter Rd?
    280 Potter Rd in Des Plaines, IL last sold for $125,000 in June 2012.
  • 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.
  • What do residents say about Des Plaines?
    Residents describe Des Plaines, IL as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and easy to park in. See recently sold homes in Des Plaines, IL.
  • Does 280 Potter Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 280 Potter Rd in Des Plaines, IL has air conditioning.
  • How big is the lot at 280 Potter Rd?
    The lot at 280 Potter Rd in Des Plaines, IL is about 0.92 acres (40,066 sq ft).

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