474 Washington St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
SOLD
FEB 6, 2026

$403,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,300 sqft

474 Washington St, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Est. Refi. Payment $2,909/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Feb 6, 2026 for $358,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$404K
Since last month
Increased$58K (+16.8%)
Since last year
Increased$28K (+7.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$46K (+12.7%)
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 +63% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$404K
April 2026$346K
March 2026$361K
February 2026$359K
January 2026$344K
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
474 E Washington St, Des Plaines, IL
0.01
Single-Family Home
$358,000
01/29/26
3
1.5
1,300
373 Woodbridge Rd, Des Plaines, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$430,000
04/23/26
4
2
1,292
543 Columbia Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$365,000
01/06/26
3
1.5
1,330
321 Woodbridge Rd, Des Plaines, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$325,000
04/22/26
3
1
1,220
266 Columbia Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$370,000
12/30/25
3
2
1,358
373 Woodbridge Rd, Des Plaines, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$430,000
04/14/26
4
2
1,400
321 Woodbridge St, Des Plaines, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$325,000
04/19/26
4
1.5
1,220
220 Washington St, Des Plaines, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$530,000
11/05/25
3
2
1,349
503 La Salle St, Des Plaines, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$477,000
03/16/26
3
2
1,400

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
474 E Washington St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.01
$358,000
3
1.5
1,300
Recently Sold
442 E Washington St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.03
$379,700
3
1.5
1,881
Off Market
514 E Washington St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.07
$394,500
3
3
1,238
Off Market
441 E Washington St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.04
$322,900
2
2
1,200
Off Market
515 E Washington St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.07
$381,000
3
2
1,476
Off Market
336 S Wolf Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.09
$430,200
3
2
1,008
Off Market
425 E Washington St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.06
$390,300
3
1.5
1,925
Off Market
549 E Washington St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.11
$338,600
2
2.5
1,005
Off Market
374 Woodbridge St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.13
$469,700
4
3
2,216
Off Market
433 Columbia Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.12
$418,300
3
1
1,100
Off Market
567 E Washington St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.13
$370,300
4
2
1,399
Off Market
346 Woodbridge St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.15
$395,900
3
2.5
-
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1946
1,300 sqft
$275/sqft
Garage

About this House

Move-In Ready Brick Cape Cod in Prime Des Plaines Location! Charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath Cape Cod features a classic brick exterior and an inviting, relaxed feel. A tranquil breezeway connects the home to a large, private, tree-lined backyard - perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying quiet afternoons. Inside, you'll find gleaming oak hardwood floors, a main-floor primary bedroom, and a beautifully updated full bath. The kitchen has been refreshed with new quartz countertops and brand-new stainless-steel appliances. Upstairs offers two cozy bedrooms with a rustic, cabin-like atmosphere and a convenient half bath. The full unfinished basement provides plenty of storage and awaits your finishing ideas. Additional highlights include newer vinyl windows, an updated 100-amp electrical panel, newer hot water tank (2020), furnace and central air (approx. 4-5 years new), and a roof around 10 years old. Located in a quiet neighborhood of single-family homes within an award-winning school district - all at a great price! There's still time to move in before the holidays!
474 Washington St, Des Plaines, IL 60016 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,300 sqft single-family home built in 1946. It last sold for $358,000 on Feb 6, 2026. This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $403,500, with a rent estimate of $2,760/month.
Bought with: @properties Christies International Real Estate

Home Details for 474 Washington St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Has Heating Unspecified TypeAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Has Heating Unspecified Type
Appliances & Utilities
DryerRefrigeratorWasher

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Space: 1Parking: Garage

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1946
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family Home

Price & Status

Price
Price Per Sqft: $275/sqft

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Feb 6, 2026
Source: N/A
Sold
$358,000
Nov 12, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12512360
Contingent
$349,900
Nov 6, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12512360
Listed For Sale
$349,900
Feb 17, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11980994
ListingRemoved
Feb 6, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11974862
Listed For Sale
$299,900

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

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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

  • 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 474 Washington St

  • What is 474 Washington St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 474 Washington St in Des Plaines, IL is $403,500.
  • What is the price history for 474 Washington St?
    474 Washington St in Des Plaines, IL last sold for $358,000 in February 2026.
  • 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 474 Washington St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 474 Washington St in Des Plaines, IL has in-unit laundry.
  • Does 474 Washington St have a garage?
    Yes, 474 Washington St in Des Plaines, IL has a garage.

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