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Property Description
Beautifully remodeled Home in Prime Des Plaines Location. Welcome to this stunning, fully renovated home on a fantastic block-just a short walk to downtown Des Plaines, the train, and top-rated schools. This property underwent a gut rehabilitation in 2025, completed with full permits and city inspections. The inviting layout features a spacious living room with large windows that flood the space with natural light. The modern kitchen features Bosch appliances, quartz countertops, and ample space for a dining table. The bedrooms are bright and comfortable, each with built-in closets. The family room serves as a private retreat between the living room and the attached 2.5-car garage, offering two sliding patio doors that open to patios and yards on both sides of the house-perfect for entertaining or relaxing outdoors. The luxurious bathroom includes Italian marble, a Grohe rain shower, and a large whirlpool tub. The family room can easily be converted into an additional bedroom and has room for another bath if desired. The property features a generous front yard and a spacious backyard, ideal for gatherings and play. All mechanicals are new, including a high-efficiency furnace, AC, updated electrical, plumbing, insulation, and a new roof. The entire floors feature herringbone hardwood floors with the option to have them heated. Show with confidence-this home is truly move-in ready. Easy to add another full bath and convert the family room into a primary suite.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 881 E Thacker St
General
- Price: $399,900
- Taxes: $5,717 (2023)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12490987
- Updated: 12/10/2025
- Added to Site: 96 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: None
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2.5
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Des Plaines
- County: Cook
- Township: Elk Grove
- Driving Directions: Thacker E or W to the property
School Information
- School District: 62
- Elem School District: 62
- Midd School District: 163
- High School District: 207
- Elementary School: Forest Elementary School
- Middle School: Algonquin Elementary School
- High School: Maine West High School
- Private School: Maine West High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: None
- Square Feet: 1,248
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1953
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2025
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 5720
Financial Considerations
- For Sale/Rent/Lease: Yes
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1953
- Tax Amount: $5,717
- Tax Year: 2023
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 9201000190000
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Schools
Schools serving 881 E Thacker St
School Districts:Des Plaines Community Consolidated School District 62, Maine Township High School District 207
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Forest Elementary School, Des Plaines, IL 1375 S 5th Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018 | PK-5 | 0.7 mi |
Algonquin Middle School, Des Plaines, IL 767 East Algonquin Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
Maine West High School 1755 South Wolf Road, Des Plaines, IL 60018 | 9-12 | 1.2 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 881 E Thacker St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/04/2025
Price Reduced
$399,900
-6.78%
MLS
10/11/2025
Listed
$429,000
98.61%
MLS
5/06/2003
Sold
$216,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 881 E Thacker St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$5,717
3%
$25,000
—
2022
$5,553
34%
$25,000
48%
2021
$4,158
—
$16,856
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2020
$4,156
—
$16,856
-11%
2019
$4,174
-16%
$18,940
-6%
2018
$4,974
1%
$20,067
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2017
$4,904
—
$20,067
—
2016
$4,882
19%
$20,067
24%
2015
$4,119
2%
$16,247
—
2014
$4,048
3%
$16,247
—
2013
$3,930
-16%
$16,247
-23%
2012
$4,686
—
$21,103
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Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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881 E Thacker Street, Des Plaines, IL 60016 (MLS# 12490987) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 881 E Thacker Street is currently listed for $399,900 and was received on October 11, 2025. Want to learn more about 881 E Thacker Street? 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.

