538 Westmere Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
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SOLD
MAY 28, 2026

$489,700

Trulia Estimate
  • 4 Beds
  • 3 Baths
  • 1,974 sqft

538 Westmere Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Est. Refi. Payment $3,444/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold May 28, 2026 for $525,100 (5% above list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$490K
Since last month
Increased$14K (+3%)
Since last year
Decreased$14K (-2.8%)
Since last sale
Decreased$35K (-6.7%)
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 -3% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$490K
August 2026$488K
July 2026$476K
June 2026$504K

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
538 Westmere St, Des Plaines, IL
0.02
Single-Family Home
$525,100
05/28/26
4
3
1,974
257 Beau Dr, Des Plaines, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$535,000
08/27/26
4
2.5
2,165
510 Dulles Rd, Des Plaines, IL
0.12
Single-Family Home
$519,000
12/05/25
5
2.5
2,080
634 W Millers Rd, Des Plaines, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$514,900
06/10/26
5
3
2,395
460 W Kathleen Dr, Des Plaines, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$402,000
08/27/26
4
2.5
1,735
691 Westmere Rd, Des Plaines, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$440,000
06/17/26
4
1.5
1,660
521 Sandy Ln, Des Plaines, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$450,000
05/14/26
3
1.5
1,587
431 W Millers Rd, Des Plaines, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$497,500
07/02/26
5
2.5
1,203
683 Sandy Ln, Des Plaines, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$475,000
08/17/26
3
1.5
1,600

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
515 Debra Dr, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.03
$516,100
3
2.5
1,625
Off Market
486 Westmere Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.05
$539,900
4
2.5
2,650
Off Market
551 Debra Dr, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.03
$480,500
3
3
1,969
Off Market
538 Westmere St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.02
$525,100
4
3
1,974
Recently Sold
474 Westmere Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.06
$440,000
3
2
1,844
Off Market
562 Westmere Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.02
$495,900
4
2.5
1,979
Off Market
574 Westmere Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.04
$477,700
3
2.5
1,969
Off Market
451 Debra Dr, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.09
$514,800
4
2
1,851
Off Market
450 Debra Dr, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.11
$606,000
3
2.5
2,278
Off Market
426 Westmere Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.11
$422,100
3
2
1,687
Off Market
510 Dulles Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.12
$519,000
5
2.5
2,080
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
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Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1963
1,974 sqft
$266/sqft
2 Car Garage

About this House

This 4-bedroom, 3-bath split-level with basement is located in the established Kuntze's High Ridge Knolls neighborhood of Des Plaines and offers a great opportunity for buyers looking to renovate, update, or customize a home to their own vision. The main level features spacious living and dining areas with a functional layout ideal for everyday living and entertaining. The kitchen is filled with natural light from a skylight and includes a double oven, ample counter space, and an eat-in area that opens to the dining room. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms and a full bath. The lower level offers added flexibility with a cozy family room featuring terrazzo flooring, a quartz stone fireplace, a bathroom with shower, and patio doors leading to the backyard. Just a half flight down, the basement provides additional living space that can serve as a recreation room, fourth bedroom, home office, or guest area, along with another full bath. Situated on a nicely sized lot with an attached garage, the backyard includes a framed garden bed ready for this year's planting and arbors to hold your vines. Conveniently located near parks, schools, shopping, dining, expressways, and O'Hare International Airport. Property is being sold as-is.
538 Westmere Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016 is a 4 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,974 sqft single-family home built in 1963. It last sold for $525,100 on May 28, 2026 (5% above the $499,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $489,700, with a rent estimate of $3,213/month.
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Lu Meier, (847) 302-5887
Keller Williams Success Realty
Bought with: Cecille Plurad, (847) 892-0422, Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12559643

Home Details for 538 Westmere Rd

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished,Storage Space,PartialNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Recreation Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 3
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1974 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, RefrigeratorDishwasherLaundry: Gas Dryer Hookup,Electric Dryer HookupMicrowaveRefrigerator
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Gas Starter, Family RoomHas a Fireplace
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Skylight(s)
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: Tri-LevelAccessibility: Roll-In Shower, Disability Access
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Patio
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 499 Square Feet

Days on Market

Cumulative Days on Market: 13

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1963
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 08133150210000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $499,000Price Per Sqft: $266/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue May 05 2026Possession 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 Area
Building Area: 2473 Square Feet

Community

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

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8123.94 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12559643Activation Date: Thu Apr 23 2026

Additional Information

ParkCurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedMRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesMRD Price History On IDX Display: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
May 28, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12559643
Sold
$525,100

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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    "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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    "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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  • 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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "perfect location!! can really to metra station and highway very close! close to shopping and restaurants! "
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    "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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    "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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    "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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Frequently asked questions about 538 Westmere Rd

  • What is 538 Westmere Rd estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 538 Westmere Rd in Des Plaines, IL is $489,700.
  • What is the price history for 538 Westmere Rd?
    538 Westmere Rd in Des Plaines, IL last sold for $525,100 in May 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 538 Westmere Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 538 Westmere Rd in Des Plaines, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 538 Westmere Rd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 538 Westmere Rd in Des Plaines, IL has laundry facilities.

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