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Sold on 09/22/2025
Dana Gallagher of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
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  • Kitchen
  • Living
  • Entry Way
  • Bath
  • Bedroom
  • Exterior

397 W Walnut Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016

$509,900

Last sold 09/22/2025 after 4 Days

  • 3

    bed

  • 2

    bath

  • 1,944

    Sqft ($262/Sqft)

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About 397 W Walnut Ave

Property type House
Neighborhood
Year built 1972
HOA fee $0/month
Parking 3 garage spaces
Rental estimate
Property description
This beautiful 3-bedroom, 2-bath home located in the highly desirable 214 school district. It features hardwood floors throughout, a cozy fireplace in the living room, and a modern kitchen with stainless steel appliances. It is meticulously maintained and boasts a spacious layout with ample natural light throughout. The primary suite is fully handicap accessible, offering a spacious master bathroom and extra-wide doorways and grab rails for convenience and comfort. A large framed basement ready to be finished for ample living space. Enjoy the perfect blend of indoor and outdoor living - the backyard opens directly to a neighboring park, providing a peaceful setting with plenty of green space. Commuters will appreciate the close proximity to the Metra UP-NW Line and major highways including I-90 and I-294, offering quick access to downtown Chicago and O'Hare International Airport. The area is served by highly rated schools and is just minutes from vibrant downtown Des Plaines with its local restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and community events. Whether you're looking for a peaceful retreat or a place with easy access to everything, Walnut Ave deliverers. Don't miss the opportunity to make this neighborhood your next home. A/C 2024, , Roof and siding 2021, Water Heater 2024
Listed by
Listing Agent - Dana Gallagher
Listing Office - Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Source: MRED mls logo
MLS#12460758 • last updated 9 months ago
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Overview
Cooling/AC Central Air
Heating Forced Air
Levels/Style Ranch
MLS # 12460758
Virtual Tour N/A
Status Closed
SubType 1 Story
Living Area 1944
Type Detached Single
Property Tax $ 4441
Year Built 1972
HOA Fee $ Not Applicable
Interior
# Full Baths 2
Add'l Room(s) Eating Area
Dining Room Combined W/ LivRm
Total # of Rooms 8
Flooring Hardwood
Accessibility Features Yes
# Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Family Room
Windows Screens
Exterior
Foundation Concrete Perimeter
Roof Asphalt
Construction Vinyl Siding
# Garage Spaces 2.5
Patio and Porch Patio
Lot Desc Less Than 0.25 Acre
Amenities / Utilities
Sewer/ Septic Desc Public Sewer
Water Source Public
HOA Fee Includes None
Location
Area Des Plaines
County Cook
Subdivision Waycinden Park
Elementary School District 59
High School Elk Grove High School
Middle School District 59
High School District 214
APN 8242050020000
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  • Jan 2026
    Public Records
  • Jan 7, 2026 Sold
    $510,000
  • Nov 2025
    mls logo MLS # 12460758
  • Nov 19, 2025 Sold
    $509,900
  • Sep 22, 2025 Active
    —
  • Sep 18, 2025 Listed
    $509,900 (+58.8%)
  • May 2014
    Public Records
  • May 22, 2014 Sold
    $321,000
  • May 2014
    mls logo MLS # 08569204
  • May 20, 2014 Sold
    $321,000 (+0.3%)
  • Apr 11, 2014 Contingent
    —
  • Mar 26, 2014 Listed
    $319,900
  • Year Property taxes Tax assessment
  • 2023
    $4,441 +1.4%
    $42,000
  • 2022
    $4,381 -10.5%
    $42,000 +19.38%
  • 2021
    $4,892 +9.7%
    $35,183
  • 2020
    $4,457 -0.6%
    $35,183 -10.0%
  • 2019
    $4,482 -11.7%
    $39,093 +23.34%
  • 2018
    $5,076 +3.7%
    $31,695
  • 2017
    $4,896 -9.7%
    $31,695
  • 2016
    $5,420 -10.8%
    $31,695 +19.35%
  • 2015
    $6,079 -16.0%
    $26,557
  • 2014
    $7,236 +2.2%
    —
  • 2013
    $7,082
    —
  • 397 W Walnut Ave
    $509K
  • Des Plains
    $399K 0% y/y
  • 60016
    $325K +3% y/y
  • Des Plaines
    $359K 0% y/y
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Statistics calculated by Movoto
Est. value Bed/bath Sqft mi
961 Marshall Dr, Des Plaines, IL 60016 $532,000 4/1 1,748 0.01
967 Marshall Dr, Des Plaines, IL 60016 $593,000 4/2 2,065 0.02
975 Marshall Dr, Des Plaines, IL 60016 $464,000 3/1 1,540 0.04
394 W Walnut Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016 $520,000 4/2 1,506 0.04
925 Marshall Dr, Des Plaines, IL 60016 $622,000 4/2 2,416 0.04
378 W Walnut Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016 $712,000 4/2 3,189 0.04
368 W Walnut Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016 $538,000 4/2 1,712 0.04
954 Marshall Dr, Des Plaines, IL 60016 $451,000 3/1 1,248 0.05

Estimated values are based on public record data and automated valuation models. Values are not guaranteed and may not reflect current market conditions.

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7/10
Devonshire School
public Grades K-5
Comm Cons School District 59
6/10
Friendship Jr High School
public Grades 6-8
Comm Cons School District 59
6/10
Elk Grove High School
public Grades 9-12
Township Hsd 214 School District
Source: GreatSchools.org © 2026. All rights reserved.

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