517 W Millers Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
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OFF MARKET

517 W Millers Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016

  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,995 sqft

$630,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,287/mo*
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$630,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 8, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $4,287/mo*
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5 Beds
2 Baths
2,995 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Extensive renovation has just been completed in a sought after Knutzes High Ridge Knolls subdivision. Everything done with permits!!!! Amazing quality of work with attention to details to fulfill the expectations of even most demanding buyers! All BRICK ranch with spectacular open concept- kitchen/dining/living & family room combo with a full finished basement that has a separate entrance. Almost 3,000 sqft of a total finished living space*** new COPPER PLUMBING***new ELECTRICAL PANEL***new recessed LED lighting in every room!*** new modern frosted-glass EUROPEAN DOORS and DAY&NIGHT shades in each window ***new TRIMS and BASEBOARDS were professionally SPRAY-PAINTED***refinished HARDWOOD FLOORS throughout most of the house***new modern, huge kitchen completed with a quartz counter top, matching backsplash and a set of high-end stainless steel appliances. Family room has an accent wall with electric fireplace, hidden in a closet washer and dryer in addition to full laundry room located in a basement and a door that leads to a large concrete patio. 4 bedrooms on main level including a MASTER SUITE with a spacious closet and ensuite beautiful full bathroom. Attached, renovated 2 car garage with interior access and MUD ROOM area right next to it. Basement has been completed as well and it is as impressive as the rest of the house, with a 5th bedroom/office, huge open recreation/playroom area, separate utility room and 2nd laundry room. Sump pump with a battery backup system. Home backs up to a park with walking/biking paths, playground and baseball field. Nestled in a quiet neighborhood, away from busy streets with fast access to Hwy I-90 and other transportation.
517 W Millers Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016 is a 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,995 sqft single-family home built in 1963. It last sold for $575,000 on Aug 22, 2024 (2% below the $589,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $630,200, with a rent estimate of $4,128/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 517 W Millers Rd

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,Egress Window,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space,FullNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Mud Room, Recreation Room, Utility Room Lower Level
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2995 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Front Controls on Range/Cooktop, Humidifier, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Main Level,Gas Dryer Hookup,Laundry Closet,Multiple LocationsMicrowaveWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Electric, Family RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Screens, Skylight(s), Drapes
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability Access
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No View
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / Porch: PatioOther Structures: Shed(s)
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Concrete,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 1283 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1963Year Renovated: 2024
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 08133180060000Model Home Type: KUNTZES

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $589,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sun Jul 21 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Des Plaines
School Information
Elementary School: Brentwood Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 59Jr High / Middle School: Friendship Junior High SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 59High School: Elk Grove High SchoolHigh School District: 214

Building

Building Details
Builder Model: KUNTZES
Building Area
Building Area: 2995 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9609.336 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12093266

Additional Information

ParkSidewalksStreet PavedSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplaySource Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Marta Gimel, (773) 985-7700
HomeSmart Connect LLC
Bought with: Marybeth Durkin, (773) 616-9342, Redfin Corporation
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12093266

Price History for 517 W Millers Rd

DatePriceEventSource
08/22/2024$575,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12093266
07/23/2024$589,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12093266
06/25/2024$589,000PendingToActiveMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12093266
06/20/2024$599,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12080447
06/13/2024$599,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12080447
08/21/2023$290,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11838370
07/25/2023$325,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11838370
07/21/2023$325,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11838370

Market trends in Des Plaines

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$324K
$6.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.3%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$227
$0MoM
Available listings
186
23MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax
Assessment$360,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 517 W Millers Rd

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
634 W Millers Rd, Des Plaines, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$514,900
06/10/26
5
3
2,395
431 W Millers Rd, Des Plaines, IL
0.07
Single-Family Home
$497,500
07/02/26
5
2.5
1,203
521 Sandy Ln, Des Plaines, IL
0.06
Single-Family Home
$450,000
05/14/26
3
1.5
1,587
538 Westmere St, Des Plaines, IL
0.14
Single-Family Home
$525,100
05/28/26
4
3
1,974
510 Dulles Rd, Des Plaines, IL
0.27
Single-Family Home
$519,000
12/05/25
5
2.5
2,080
538 Westmere Rd, Des Plaines, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$525,100
05/28/26
4
3
1,974
691 Westmere Rd, Des Plaines, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$440,000
06/17/26
4
1.5
1,660
761 Marshall Dr, Des Plaines, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$390,000
12/05/25
5
2
1,425
515 Lance Dr, Des Plaines, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$460,000
06/23/26
3
1.5
1,458

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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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    "I recently moved to this neighborhood, I feel very convenient for all public transportation and school."
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    "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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Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Click here for more information