SOLD NOV 26, 2025

Off market nov 2025 for $385K

$525,476

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,805/mo

•

1,708

sq ft

420 Dara James Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016

About this home

Welcome to 420 Dara James your Perfect Tri-Level Gem! Discover the well-designed living space, set on a spacious lot in the coveted High Ridge Knolls neighborhood. Featuring 3 generous size bedrooms, 1 full and 1 half bath. This home has distinctive brick paver driveway and brick exterior that displaying its classic character. Step inside and you will find two separate living areas ideal for family gatherings and quiet retreats. The bright, open layout offers, an attached garage for easy access, and generous yard space for outdoor enjoyment. Located just steps from Brentwood Elementary School, this house delivers unbeatable convenience. With nearby shops, parks, and transit connections, everything you need is within reach. Including the nearby Blackhawk dog park for four-legged family members. This home has been well cared for within the same family since it was built. What sets this property apart is its commitment to sustainable living with solar panels installed in 2022, offering energy efficiency and reduced utility costs for years to come. This is a very solid home with lots of potential to make it your own. In this neighborhood it will not last long.

Single-familyProperty Type

1962Year Built

$308Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Patricia Pierce • Baird & Warner

Bought with Basil Kawash • REMAX Legends

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12465749

Redfin Estimate

$525,476

$140K since sold in November 2025$9,000 since September

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This home's estimate is 15.7% higher than the average sale price ($454K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 17, 2026
$475,000
A
3 beds1.5 baths1,600 sq ft
683 Sandy Ln, Des Plaines, IL 60016
SOLD MAY 14, 2026
$450,000
B
3 beds1.5 baths1,587 sq ft
521 Sandy Ln, Des Plaines, IL 60016
SOLD JUN 23, 2026
$460,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,458 sq ft
515 Lance Dr, Des Plaines, IL 60016
SOLD JUL 21, 2026
$424,900
D
3 beds1.5 baths— sq ft
626 Debra Dr, Des Plaines, IL 60016
SOLD JUN 1, 2026
$475,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,582 sq ft
571 Dara James Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
SOLD SEP 30, 2026
$441,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,330 sq ft
240 Brentwood Dr, Des Plaines, IL 60016

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Market trends in 60016, IL

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

99.3%

0.9% MoM

Median sale price

$349K

$6K MoM

Avg. days on market

47d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

210

20 MoM

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Sale history for 420 Dara James Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$7,609 (+5.2%)

$8,531 + $33,469

$42,000

2022

$7,230 (+58.0%)

$7,312 + $28,687

$35,999

2021

$4,575 (+9.7%)

$4,875 + $21,146

$26,021

2020

$4,168 (−0.6%)

$4,875 + $21,146

$26,021

2019

$4,191 (−31.4%)

$4,875 + $24,038

$28,913

2018

$6,108 (+33.4%)

$4,062 + $24,665

$28,727

2017

$4,578 (−42.0%)

$4,062 + $24,665

$28,727

2016

$7,898 (+28.7%)

$4,062 + $26,538

$30,600

2015

$6,139 (+0.7%)

$3,656 + $23,123

$26,779

2014

$6,096 (+2.6%)

$3,656 + $23,123

$26,779

2013

$5,939 (−4.4%)

$3,656 + $23,123

$26,779

2012

$6,212 (−8.4%)

$4,265 + $26,132

$30,397

2011

$6,782

$4,265 + $28,867

$33,132

2010

$6,778 (+12.3%)

$4,265 + $28,867

$33,132

2009

$6,036 (+12.5%)

$4,468 + $31,053

$35,521

2008

$5,367 (+4.9%)

$7,149 + $31,046

$38,195

2007

$5,116

$7,149 + $31,046

$38,195

Tax history for 420 Dara James Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$7,609 (+5.2%)

$8,531 + $33,469

$42,000

2022

$7,230 (+58.0%)

$7,312 + $28,687

$35,999

2021

$4,575 (+9.7%)

$4,875 + $21,146

$26,021

2020

$4,168 (−0.6%)

$4,875 + $21,146

$26,021

2019

$4,191 (−31.4%)

$4,875 + $24,038

$28,913

2018

$6,108 (+33.4%)

$4,062 + $24,665

$28,727

2017

$4,578 (−42.0%)

$4,062 + $24,665

$28,727

2016

$7,898 (+28.7%)

$4,062 + $26,538

$30,600

2015

$6,139 (+0.7%)

$3,656 + $23,123

$26,779

2014

$6,096 (+2.6%)

$3,656 + $23,123

$26,779

2013

$5,939 (−4.4%)

$3,656 + $23,123

$26,779

2012

$6,212 (−8.4%)

$4,265 + $26,132

$30,397

2011

$6,782

$4,265 + $28,867

$33,132

2010

$6,778 (+12.3%)

$4,265 + $28,867

$33,132

2009

$6,036 (+12.5%)

$4,468 + $31,053

$35,521

2008

$5,367 (+4.9%)

$7,149 + $31,046

$38,195

2007

$5,116

$7,149 + $31,046

$38,195

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning
Permits

Beds

Baths

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

8,125 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,708

Year built

1962

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Cook County

APN

08134090030000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 14, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking Features: Brick Driveway, Attached, Garage

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (1/2): 1

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3

Room Information
Room Type: Foyer
Level: Main
Dimensions: 7 x 8

Room Information
Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 21 x 27
Flooring: Other

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Third
Dimensions: 13 x 15

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Third
Dimensions: 9 x 13

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4

Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Second
Dimensions: 9 x 13
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 25
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Second
Dimensions: 10 x 12

Room Information
Room Type: Laundry

Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Second
Dimensions: 14 x 22
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Third
Dimensions: 11 x 17
Bath: None

Additional Rooms Information
Basement: Unfinished, Full

Interior Features
# of Rooms: 7

Exterior

Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Age: 61-70 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Construction Materials: Brick, Combination

Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: Split Level
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Parcel Number: 08134090030000

Lot Information
Dimensions: 8125
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,609
Tax Year: 2023

Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Steam, Baseboard
Cooling: Window Unit(s)

Location

Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

School Information
Elementary School District: 59
Elementary School: Brentwood Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 59
Middle Or Junior School: Friendship Junior High School
High School District: 214
High School: Elk Grove High School

Location Information
Township: Elk Grove
Corporate Limits: Des Plaines
Directions: East on Golf Rd (Rte 58) North on Wilkins Dr, East on Dulles Rd and North on Dara James Rd to address

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,708
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,125 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1962
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 08134090030000

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 14, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No

Teams Information
Buyer Team Name: REZIDE GROUP

Around this home

Schools

Brentwood Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.1mi

5/10

Friendship Junior High School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.2mi

7/10

Elk Grove High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 4.3mi

9/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 100° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

5 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Des Plaines, IL • 60016

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In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in June and 3.3 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$500,000 – $605,000

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Home values near 420 Dara James Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
450 Dara James Rd, Des Plaines, IL 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4191 Sq. Ft.	$911,539
425 Dara James Rd, Des Plaines, IL 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$547,649

Address	Redfin Estimate
455 Dara James Rd, Des Plaines, IL 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2088 Sq. Ft.	$508,145
401 Dara James Rd, Des Plaines, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1625 Sq. Ft.	$548,983

Address	Redfin Estimate
445 Dara James Rd, Des Plaines, IL 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1773 Sq. Ft.	$489,151
402 Dara James Rd, Des Plaines, IL 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1698 Sq. Ft.	$485,723

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