397 W Walnut Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016 - Photo 1

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$509,900

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
2 Full Baths
1,944 Sq. Ft.
2.5 Car Garage

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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

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 397 W Walnut Ave

General

Sold For: $509,900
Taxes: $4,441 (2023)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12460758
Added to Site: 119 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace(s): Family Room
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Additional Information

Other Features: School Bus Service

Parking

Garage: Yes
Attached garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2.5
Total Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Location

Area: Des Plaines
County: Cook
Subdivision: Waycinden Park
Driving Directions: Dempster West of Mount Prospect Road to Marshall South to Walnut, East

School Information

School District: 59
Midd School District: 59
High School: Elk Grove High School
Private School: Elk Grove High School

Community

Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
Heating Type: Forced Air

Utilities

Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Ranch
Construction: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Asphalt
Windows: Screens
Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
Square Feet: 1,944
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Year Built: 1972
Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
Lot Dimensions: 10000

Financial Considerations

Parking Included: Yes
Assessment Year: 1972
Tax Amount: $4,441
Tax Year: 2023

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 8242050020000

Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Sold by Senw

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Schools

Schools serving 397 W Walnut Ave

School Districts:Community Consolidated School District 59, Township High School District 214

Name	Grades	Distance
Devonshire School 1401 Pennsylvania Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60018	K-5	0.5 mi
Friendship Jr High School 550 Elizabeth Lane, Des Plaines, IL 60018	6-8	0.6 mi
Elk Grove High School 500 West Elk Grove Boulevard, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007	9-12	3.8 mi

Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 397 W Walnut Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

11/18/2025

Sold

$509,900

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MLS

9/18/2025

Listed

$509,900

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MLS

Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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397 W Walnut Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016 (MLS# 12460758) is a Single Family property that was sold at $509,900 on November 18, 2025. Want to learn more about 397 W Walnut Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Des Plaines? You can browse all Des Plaines real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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