725 Laurel Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
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725 Laurel Ave
Des Plaines, IL 60016

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,600 sqft

$520,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 29, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,523/mo*
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$520,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jun 29, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,523/mo*
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3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,600 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
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Description

Large 3 bedroom 1642 sqft solid brick ranch built in 1944. Lath & Plaster high quality construction. Super close to downtown of Des Plaines, walk to metra and public transportation. Silk Stocking location. Home features 2 beautiful fireplaces, large dining room with corner built in hutches. Home has been updated with beautiful Vinyl windows, newer boiler and central AC as well. This home has been loved for over 40 years but has had deferred maintenance. Original kitchen - ideas to open up wall into the dining room for an open concept. Cute home has full basement, partially finished with the other wood burning fireplace. Wonderful workshop area, laundry area, plus huge pantry area. The three generous sized bedrooms all have hardwood floors below the carpeting, good sized closets. The attached garage has double doors, back door and attached to home via a lovely breezeway. Roof leaked years ago, has been repaired but interior ceilings have not been repaired. Please see beyond the peeling paint, deferred maintenance and clutter. Bring your decorating ideas a few gallons of paint to make this a stunning home. Home is shown by appointment only. Home sold as is and is taking cash or conventional financing.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 725 Laurel Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 5Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced AirAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Appliances & Utilities
DryerRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet, Linoleum Vinyl

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt, OtherExterior: Wood, BrickPorch
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1948
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Bungalow

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7492 sqft

Price History for 725 Laurel Ave

DatePriceEventSource
11/02/2020$255,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10675646
07/02/2020$250,000PendingAgent Provided
06/23/2020$250,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/24/2020$265,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

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$340,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 725 Laurel Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
1320 E Prairie Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$312,000
09/12/25
3
1
1,470
1258 Perry St, Des Plaines, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$265,000
11/14/25
3
1
1,216
1086 Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$370,500
08/18/25
3
1
1,110
528 Arlington Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$426,000
12/15/25
3
2
1,764
1374 Jefferson St, Des Plaines, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$311,000
05/20/26
2
2
1,023
492 1st Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.40
Single-Family Home
$381,000
05/01/26
3
2
1,600
856 Margret St, Des Plaines, IL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$370,000
09/03/25
3
1
1,126
1107 E Prairie Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$483,750
05/01/26
3
3
1,325
1086 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$370,100
08/11/25
2
2
1,110
625 Arlington Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$540,000
05/19/26
4
2
1,816

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Assigned Schools

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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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  • 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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725 Laurel Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,600 sqft single-family home built in 1948. This property is not currently available for sale. 725 Laurel Ave was last sold on Nov 2, 2020 for $255,000. The current Trulia Estimate for 725 Laurel Ave is $520,300.