521 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
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OFF MARKET

$488,800

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,771 sqft

521 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Est. Refi. Payment $3,438/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Aug 25, 2016 for $288,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$489K
Since last month
Decreased$20K (-4%)
Since last year
Decreased$20K (-3.9%)
Since last sale
Increased$201K (+69.7%)
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 decreased by -4% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$489K
August 2026$487K
July 2026$509K
June 2026$509K

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
609 Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$354,000
04/24/26
3
1.5
1,525
609 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$354,000
04/24/26
3
1.5
1,525
906 Alfini Dr, Des Plaines, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$390,000
12/11/25
3
2
1,200
520 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL
0.04
Single-Family Home
$315,000
01/14/26
2
1.5
1,012
960 Alfini Dr, Des Plaines, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$455,000
07/28/26
3
2
1,446
699 Rose Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$515,000
11/04/25
3
1.5
2,005

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
520 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.04
$315,000
2
1.5
1,012
Recently Sold
514 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.04
$367,500
2
2
-
Off Market
506 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.05
$437,500
3
2.5
1,600
Off Market
538 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.05
$316,400
2
1
1,218
Off Market
492 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.06
$309,900
2
1
1,076
Off Market
539 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.03
$299,100
2
1
-
Off Market
550 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.06
$342,200
2
2
1,012
Off Market
478 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.07
$338,700
2
1.5
1,076
Off Market
556 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.06
$308,800
2
1
1,025
Off Market
562 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.07
$319,800
3
1.5
1,468
Off Market
557 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.05
$326,400
2
2.5
1,513
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1946
1,771 sqft
$276/sqft
Garage

About this House

LOCATION IS KEY . . RIGHT NEXT TO PRAIRIE LAKES PARK, 10 MINS TO O'HARE AIRPORT, 14 MILES FROM DOWNTOWN CHICAGO AND COUPLE MINS TO TRAIN STATION; IT DOESN'T GET ANYMORE PERFECT THAN THIS. NO ONE IN YOUR BACKYARD EXCEPT MOTHER NATURE WITH BEAUTIFUL VIEWS OF THE HUGE POND, FOUNTAIN & PLAYGROUND SEEN FROM YOUR BACK WINDOWS AND A BACKYARD WITH A FOREST OF PERENNIALS! THIS GREAT 3 BEDROOM, 2-1/2 BATH HOME HAS MUCH TO OFFER WITH ALL NEWER WINDOWS, A TANKLESS WATER HEATER, HVAC NEW IN '96, BAMBOO HARDWOOD FLOORING IN FAMILY ROOM & KITCHEN; ORIG. HWF UNDER CARPET IN LR & DR; BUILT-IN SHELVING, CEILING FANS, DOUBLE SKYLITES IN THE MASTER SUITE - WITH PRIVATE BATH; CROWN MOLDINGS IN MANY ROOMS, BAY WINDOW IN LIVING ROOM; 1-1/2 CAR GARAGE WITH NEWER CONCRETE FLOOR AND DRIVE-WAY POURED 2015; A HOME WITH SO MUCH TO OFFER - DON'T MISS THIS OPPORTUNITY!
521 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL 60016 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,771 sqft single-family home built in 1946. It last sold for $288,000 on Aug 25, 2016 (1% above the $284,900 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $488,800, with a rent estimate of $3,372/month.
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Judy Lorz, (815) 592-6726
Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell
Bought with: (847) 436-5712, Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#09234810

Home Details for 521 E Thacker St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1771 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Skylight(s)Flooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
View
Has a ViewView: Water

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltFencing: FencedFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1.5Number of Covered Spaces: 1.5Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1.5Parking: Concrete,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
WaterfrontOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1946
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: American 4-Sq.
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 09192000070000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $284,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri Jul 15 2016Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: DES PLAINESCommunity: Alifini
School Information
Elementary School District: 62Jr High / Middle School District: 62High School District: 207

Community

Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved, Park

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 5850 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: VA

Energy

Energy Efficiency Features: Water Heater

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 09234810Water ViewWater View: Water

Additional Information

SidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedParkSource Internet Entire Listing DisplaySource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: Yes

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 25, 2016
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09234810
Sold
$288,000

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 521 E Thacker St

  • What is 521 E Thacker St estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 521 E Thacker St in Des Plaines, IL is $488,800.
  • What is the price history for 521 E Thacker St?
    521 E Thacker St in Des Plaines, IL last sold for $288,000 in August 2016.
  • 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 521 E Thacker St have air conditioning?
    Yes, 521 E Thacker St in Des Plaines, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 521 E Thacker St have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 521 E Thacker St in Des Plaines, IL has in-unit laundry.

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