863 E Prairie Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
OFF MARKET

863 E Prairie Ave
Des Plaines, IL 60016

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,383 sqft

$371,200

Trulia Estimate
as of May 25, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,558/mo*
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$371,200

Trulia Estimate
as of May 25, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,558/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,383 sqft

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Description

A charming enclosed front porch invites you into this delightful Bungalow, offering a perfect blend of comfort and character in a prime Des Plaines location! The home's Craftsman-style details, like beautiful casings and doors, bring a touch of timeless character, while the beautiful windows bring light in to create a warm and welcoming atmosphere. As you step inside from the front porch, you'll find a spacious living and dining area with beautiful hardwood floors that is perfect for hosting family gatherings. Notice how the flooring flows seamlessly into the two first-floor bedrooms each with generous sized closets. The finished attic, transformed into a primary bedroom studio suite, offers a private retreat, including kitchenette and full bath. This space would also make a great In-Law arrangement or Teenage Haven. While the kitchen and baths are ready for updates, they offer the perfect opportunity for buyers to add their personal touch and modernize the spaces to their taste The full, usable basement provides endless potential. Whether you're looking to finish it off into additional living space, a recreational area, or use it for extra storage. The large private backyard is perfect for gardening, outdoor gatherings, kids or pet play area. Whether you're hosting BBQs, summer parties, or simply relaxing in a peaceful garden setting, this yard offers plenty of room to make outdoor living enjoyable. The location is another huge perk. With the Metra Station just a mile away, commuting to Chicago or other suburbs is a breeze. Plus, Prairie Lakes Park, with its community center, sports facilities, and walking trails, just a mile away, making it easy to stay active. The close proximity to the highly sought after Maine West High School, library and other local amenities ensures that everything you need is within reach. Your new address 863 E. Prairie Ave offers you a combination of timeless appeal, great outdoor space, and unbeatable convenience in a lovely Des Plaines neighborhood. Sold "as is" due to Estate Sale. Seller is providing a 1 year Home Warranty for peace of mind. There is a Newly installed drain tile and new sump pump with transferable lifetime warranty. Call today to schedule your appointment for your personalized tour.
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. This description is from November 08, 2024

Home Highlights

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

Home Details for 863 E Prairie 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, Enclosed Porch, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Kitchen 2 Nd, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1383 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Double Oven, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Cooktop, Range Hood, Other, Gas Water HeaterDryerLaundry: Gas Dryer Hookup,SinkRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: ScreensFlooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1.5Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: PatioFoundation: Block
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1Parking: Concrete,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1920
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New ConstructionNo Additional ParcelsIncludes Home Warranty
Property Information
Parcel Number: 09173190220000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $325,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Oct 07 2024Possession 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 Area
Building Area: 2202 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 8276.4 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Home Warranty

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12158957Attic: FinishedActivation Date: Thu Oct 03 2024

Additional Information

ParkCurbsSidewalksMRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: Yes
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Victoria Suthers, (847) 494-0257
Keller Williams Success Realty
Bought with: Sarah Anderson, (847) 858-1223, @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12158957

Price History for 863 E Prairie Ave

DatePriceEventSource
11/04/2024$338,500Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12158957
10/29/2024$325,000PendingMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12158957
10/08/2024$325,000ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12158957
10/03/2024$325,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12158957
12/06/2016$265,000Sold
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2023
Tax$2,722
Assessment$270,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 863 E Prairie Ave

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
884 Greenview Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.17
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$406,000
07/01/25
3
2
1,262
812 Webster Ln, Des Plaines, IL
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$395,000
09/08/25
3
1.5
1,208
849 S 2nd Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.26
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$390,000
05/28/25
3
1.5
1,248
609 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$354,000
04/24/26
3
1.5
1,525
714 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$399,000
12/22/25
3
1.5
1,858
584 S 4th Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$426,000
03/19/26
3
2
2,025
982 W Villa Dr, Des Plaines, IL
0.38
Single-Family Home
$310,000
04/30/26
3
1.5
1,245
864 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$295,000
05/30/25
3
2
1,000
963 E Prairie Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.13
Single-Family Home
$250,000
11/21/25
3
2
792
1028 W Villa Dr, Des Plaines, IL
0.43
Single-Family Home
$381,000
05/07/26
3
1.5
1,277

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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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  • SA
    "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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863 E Prairie Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,383 sqft single-family home built in 1920. This property is not currently available for sale. 863 E Prairie Ave was last sold on Nov 4, 2024 for $338,500 (4% higher than the asking price of $325,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 863 E Prairie Ave is $371,200.