311 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
OFF MARKET

$496,800

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 2,186 sqft

311 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Est. Refi. Payment $3,533/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 3, 2023 for $452,500

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$497K
Since last month
Decreased$1K (-0.2%)
Since last year
Increased$10K (+2%)
Since last sale
Increased$44K (+9.8%)
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 +73% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$497K
August 2026$500K
July 2026$498K
June 2026$508K
May 2026$515K
April 2026$504K
March 2026$499K
February 2026$484K
January 2026$474K
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
0.17
Single-Family Home
$515,000
03/16/26
3
1.5
2,156
172 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$515,000
02/19/26
3
2
2,547
320 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.04
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
245 Amherst Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$465,000
06/08/26
3
3
1,850
310 Harvard St, Des Plaines, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$373,000
05/11/26
3
1.5
2,300
265 Drake Ln, Des Plaines, IL
0.22
Single-Family Home
$408,000
12/03/25
3
2
1,500
304 Amherst Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$525,000
03/05/26
3
3
2,102

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
320 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.04
$508,000
3
2.5
1,429
Recently Sold
287 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.03
$605,100
4
3
2,865
Off Market
354 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.06
$606,900
3
2.5
2,104
Off Market
343 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.05
$369,900
3
1.5
1,300
Off Market
334 Ardmore Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.04
$450,200
2
2
1,351
Off Market
259 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.07
$3,850
4
2
2,300
Recently Sold
350 Cambridge Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.11
$549,900
3
2.5
1,533
Off Market
274 Cambridge Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.11
$448,800
3
2
1,193
Off Market
274 N Cambridge Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.11
$411,600
3
2
-
Off Market
295 Ardmore Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.07
$533,000
3
2
1,896
Recently Sold
228 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.10
$562,000
3
2
2,056
Off Market

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1948
2,186 sqft
$227/sqft
1 Car Garage

About this House

Prepare to be WOW'd! Your dream home is finally here! If you're a nature lover this home is for you! Lovely 3 bed 1.5 bath home is awaiting new owners! This home features a formal living room with a fireplace, new carpet( hardwood floors underneath carpet throughout first floor), and tons of windows with lots of light pouring in! The dining room area has been converted into another sitting room/family room for convenience and can easily be turned back into a dining room if preferred. Gorgeous kitchen with beautiful cabinets, stainless steel appliances, a lovely center island, great views of the backyard and don't forget to check out the cool light fixtures! The kitchen is big enough for a dining room table and leads to the 3 seasons room that is nicely set up for entertaining! Attached 1 car garage and powder room finish off the first floor. Head up to the second floor where you will find 3 great sized bedrooms with good closet space and another full bathroom. The basement is fully finished and has two separate areas for entertaining. One section can easily be converted into a 4th bedroom or office and the other section with another fireplace is being used as an additional family room space. This 2,000 sq ft home has so much space for a growing family! Lovely backyard area that is fully fenced! The front yard is a pollinator garden that's registered on the national registry! This home is close to everything- transportation, malls, restaurants, parks, forest preserves, shopping centers and more! Come check this lovely home out before it's gone!
311 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,186 sqft single-family home built in 1948. It last sold for $452,500 on Jul 3, 2023 (1% above the $449,999 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $496,800, with a rent estimate of $3,141/month.
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listed by Sara Sogol, (224) 699-5002
Redfin Corporation
Bought with: Joseph Chiappetta, realocate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11789621

Home Details for 311 Cornell Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Enclosed Porch, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Recreation Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2186 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), HumidifierDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Gas Dryer Hookup,Laundry Chute,Laundry Closet,SinkMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 2Fireplace: Wood Burning, Includes Accessories, Living Room, BasementHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: ScreensFlooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
View
No View
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

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

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1948
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, BrickNot a New ConstructionHas Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 09074000120000Additional Parcels Description: 09074000260000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $449,999
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sat May 27 2023Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Des Plaines
School Information
Elementary School: Cumberland Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 62Jr High / Middle School: Chippewa Middle SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 62High School: Maine West High SchoolHigh School District: 207

Agent Information

Buyer Agent
Buyer Company Name: realocate

Community

Community Features: Park, Pool, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 3300 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: FHA

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 11789621Attic: UnfinishedActivation Date: Tue May 23 2023

Additional Information

ParkPoolTennis Court(s)CurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedMRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplaySource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: Yes

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 3, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11789621
Sold
$452,500
Jun 27, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11789621
Pending
$449,999
Jun 11, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11789621
ListingRemoved
May 28, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11789621
Contingent
$449,999
May 23, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11789621
Listed For Sale
$449,999

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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    "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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  • 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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  • 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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    "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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  • 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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "Very close to all major transportation. Con: airport can be noisy. Lots of people with loud mufflers in this city. "
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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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Frequently asked questions about 311 Cornell Ave

  • What is 311 Cornell Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 311 Cornell Ave in Des Plaines, IL is $496,800.
  • What is the price history for 311 Cornell Ave?
    311 Cornell Ave in Des Plaines, IL last sold for $452,500 in July 2023.
  • 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 311 Cornell Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 311 Cornell Ave in Des Plaines, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 311 Cornell Ave have a pool?
    Yes, 311 Cornell Ave in Des Plaines, IL has a pool.

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