829 S 2nd Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
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OFF MARKET

$515,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,998 sqft (on 0.26 acres)

829 S 2nd Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Est. Refi. Payment $3,696/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jun 26, 2023 for $408,800

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$516K
Since last month
$100 (0%)
Since last year
Increased$23K (+4.6%)
Since last sale
Increased$102K (+25%)
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 +79% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$511K
August 2026$511K
July 2026$516K
June 2026$519K
May 2026$514K
April 2026$511K
March 2026$502K
February 2026$487K
January 2026$481K
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
904 S 2nd Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.10
Single-Family Home
$452,500
09/04/26
3
2
1,824
870 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL
0.20
Single-Family Home
$431,000
08/11/26
3
2
1,443
946 Walter Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$435,000
06/15/26
3
2
2,071
714 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL
0.38
Single-Family Home
$399,000
12/22/25
3
1.5
1,858
1048 E Walnut Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$489,000
03/31/26
3
2
1,639
1076 S 3rd Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$435,000
07/08/26
3
2
1,677
839 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$370,000
08/25/26
3
1.5
1,250
881 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$392,500
02/10/26
3
1
1,248
1078 Greenview Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$408,000
09/08/26
3
2
1,526

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
1015 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.03
$483,400
4
2
2,173
Off Market
991 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.04
$333,900
3
1
832
Off Market
983 Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.05
$304,300
3
1
864
Off Market
975 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.06
$421,200
3
2
1,350
Off Market
849 S 2nd Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.02
$484,700
3
1.5
1,248
Off Market
818 Margret St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.04
$406,400
4
3
1,336
Off Market
1045 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.05
$445,600
3
3
1,422
Off Market
992 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.08
$422,800
4
2
1,772
Off Market
860 S 2nd Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.05
$435,500
3
2
1,136
Off Market
856 Margret St, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.04
$391,000
3
1
1,126
Off Market
866 S 2nd Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.06
$515,000
4
2.5
1,656
Recently Sold

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 829 S 2nd Ave.
  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1966
0.26 acre lot
1,998 sqft
$258/sqft
2 Car Garage

About this House

Well built and maintained home in warm, friendly neighborhood close to downtown with great potential for future growth. The front entry shelters guests as they arrive and welcomes them into the foyer. Large L-shaped living room/dining room boasts gas fireplace The eat in kitchen includes new double oven and dishwasher plus glass cabinet doors. Enjoy your breakfast while watching the sun rise. The large family room offers another comfortable place to relax and has access to the back patio as well as the 2 car garage. Home has plaster walls. House was built to support addition of 4th master bedroom/bath over garage. Hardwood floors throughout second floor. Large master bedroom has 2 large closets, large 2nd bedroom has walk in closet and third bedroom includes alcove for additional space and another large closet. There is room on the second floor for a second bathroom. Large basement can be refinished for play area. The cement crawl under the family room is 15x19 and features plenty of room for storage. Hard to find oversized backyard, beautifully landscaped with private patio for kids to play in. Updated 200 AMP electrical service in 2022. Brand new Generac Generator installed in April 2022 which will keep the electricity running in the house in the event the power goes out. 3 zoned heat allows you to control the temperature in 3 zones of the house. Central air Spacepac unit. Downtown Des Plaines is a few blocks away - attend a concert at the Des Plaines Theater, visit the Library or History Center, catch the Metra to head into Chicago, enjoy a meal at one of the local restaurants, or sample a wine tasting at Uncork, Unwind. Close to schools, parks, shopping, restaurants and transportation. This ideal home can be yours. Come and see it!
829 S 2nd Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,998 sqft single-family home built in 1966. It last sold for $408,800 on Jun 26, 2023 (8% below the $444,900 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $515,500, with a rent estimate of $2,896/month.
Last check for updates: 1 day ago
Listed by Sharon Lynch, CSC, (847) 471-1984
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with: Jennifer Comeaux, Redfin Corporation
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11774417

Home Details for 829 S 2nd Ave

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, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Other Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1998 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Cooktop, Gas CooktopDishwasherDryerLaundry: Laundry ChuteMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,BaseboardHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Small Duct High VelocityHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet, Wood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Carpet, Wood
View
No View
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Patio / 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,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1966
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, BrickNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 09201030330000Model Home Type: TWO STORY

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $444,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue May 30 2023Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Des Plaines
School Information
Elementary School: Forest Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 62Jr High / Middle School: Algonquin Middle SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 62High School: Maine West High SchoolHigh School District: 207

Building

Building Details
Builder Model: TWO STORY

Community

Community Features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.26 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 11774417

Additional Information

ParkSidewalksStreet LightsSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 26, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11774417
Sold
$408,800
Jun 12, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11774417
Pending
$444,900
May 31, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11774417
Contingent
$444,900
May 20, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11774417
PriceChange
$444,900
Price decreased by 6%
May 4, 2023
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11774417
Listed For Sale
$474,900

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

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 829 S 2nd Ave

  • What is 829 S 2nd Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 829 S 2nd Ave in Des Plaines, IL is $515,500.
  • What is the price history for 829 S 2nd Ave?
    829 S 2nd Ave in Des Plaines, IL last sold for $408,800 in June 2023.
  • 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 829 S 2nd Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 829 S 2nd Ave in Des Plaines, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 829 S 2nd Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 829 S 2nd Ave in Des Plaines, IL has in-unit laundry.

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