904 S 2nd Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
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SOLD
SEP 4, 2026

$466,500

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,824 sqft (on 0.26 acres)

904 S 2nd Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Est. Refi. Payment $3,270/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Sep 4, 2026 for $452,500 (2% below list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$467K
Since last month
Decreased$3K (-0.7%)
Since last year
Increased$57K (+14%)
Since last sale
Increased$14K (+3.2%)
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 +65% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$467K
August 2026$467K
July 2026$470K
June 2026$476K
May 2026$426K
April 2026$421K
March 2026$419K
February 2026$393K
January 2026$393K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
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2018
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2016

Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
870 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL
0.21
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$431,000
08/11/26
3
2
1,443
1048 E Walnut Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.21
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$489,000
03/31/26
3
2
1,639
1076 S 3rd Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$435,000
07/08/26
3
2
1,677
714 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL
0.36
Single-Family Home
$399,000
12/22/25
3
1.5
1,858
946 Walter Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.35
Single-Family Home
$435,000
06/15/26
3
2
2,071
866 S 2nd Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.04
Single-Family Home
$515,000
11/24/25
4
2.5
1,656
839 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL
0.21
Single-Family Home
$370,000
08/25/26
3
1.5
1,250
942 W Villa Dr, Des Plaines, IL
0.32
Single-Family Home
$435,000
05/20/26
4
2
1,620
840 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$365,000
06/12/26
4
2
1,655

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
936 Oakwood Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.07
$433,400
4
1.5
1,515
Off Market
918 Webster Ln, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.06
$516,900
3
2
1,823
Off Market
886 S 2nd Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.02
$467,200
4
1.5
1,922
Off Market
896 Webster Ln, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.06
$436,200
4
2
1,300
Off Market
974 S 2nd Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.09
$480,400
4
2
1,682
Off Market
883 Webster Ln, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.05
$360,000
2
1
1,121
Off Market
866 S 2nd Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.04
$515,000
4
2.5
1,656
Recently Sold
974 Webster Ln, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.11
$508,200
5
2
3,479
Off Market
860 S 2nd Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.05
$437,400
3
2
1,136
Off Market
930 S 3rd Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.13
$333,400
2
1
1,003
Off Market
892 S 3rd Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.13
$421,900
3
1.5
1,382
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 1940
0.26 acre lot
1,824 sqft
$248/sqft
3 Car Garage

About this House

Welcome to this beautifully maintained and thoughtfully refreshed ranch home in a highly desirable Des Plaines neighborhood. Offering comfortable single-level living with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, this home combines timeless character with modern convenience. Recent improvements include freshly painted interiors, professionally refinished hardwood floors, and a deep professional cleaning, allowing the next owner to move right in and make it their own. The spacious floor plan features two fireplaces, creating warm and inviting gathering spaces for everyday living and entertaining. A bright rear sun room with sliding glass doors provides the perfect place to relax with a morning coffee, unwind at the end of the day, or simply enjoy views of the backyard year-round. The primary suite includes a private full bath, while the generous room sizes and functional layout provide flexibility for a variety of lifestyles. A rare highlight of this property is the garage space, featuring both an attached 1-car garage and a detached 2-car garage, offering exceptional storage, workshop, hobby, or vehicle space. Ideally located near downtown Des Plaines, you'll enjoy easy access to restaurants, shopping, parks, entertainment, the Metra station, and highly regarded local schools. Combining thoughtful updates, generous living space, and a prime location, this home is ready to welcome its next owner.
904 S 2nd Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,824 sqft single-family home built in 1940. It last sold for $452,500 on Sep 4, 2026 (2% below the $459,900 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $466,500, with a rent estimate of $3,097/month.
Last check for updates: about 10 hours ago
Listed by Miguel Ruiz, (847) 528-7090
Baird & Warner
Bought with: Craig Tinder, CRS,CSC, (847) 638-5522, @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12732277

Home Details for 904 S 2nd Ave

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: NoneNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Heated Sun Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1824 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerLaundry: SinkRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 2Fireplace: Wood Burning, Living Room, BedroomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood, Laminate
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Patio
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 3Parking: Asphalt,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1940
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: CedarNot a New ConstructionIs Habitable Residence
Property Information
Parcel Number: 09201020450000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $459,900Price Per Sqft: $248/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Aug 13 2026Possession 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

Agent Information

Buyer Agent
Buyer Company Name: Tinder Home

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1824 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved

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

Mls Number: 12732277

Additional Information

ParkCurbsSidewalksStreet PavedSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: NoMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD Address On VOW Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: NoMRD Price History On IDX Display: NoMRD Market Time On IDX Display: NoMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address DisplayHide Days On Site DisplayHide Price History DisplayMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Sep 4, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12732277
Sold
$452,500
Aug 14, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12732277
Contingent
$459,900
Aug 13, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12732277
Listed For Sale
$459,900
Aug 13, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12644440
ListingRemoved
$475,000
Jul 27, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12644440
PendingToActive
$475,000

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 904 S 2nd Ave

  • What is 904 S 2nd Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 904 S 2nd Ave in Des Plaines, IL is $466,500.
  • What is the price history for 904 S 2nd Ave?
    904 S 2nd Ave in Des Plaines, IL last sold for $452,500 in September 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 $329K. That is up $6.62K from the prior month.
  • Does 904 S 2nd Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 904 S 2nd Ave in Des Plaines, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 904 S 2nd Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 904 S 2nd Ave in Des Plaines, IL has in-unit laundry.

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