881 E Thacker St

Des Plaines, IL 60016

$399,900
Price
3
Beds
1,248 Sq. Ft.
$320 / Sq. Ft.
1,248
Sq. Ft.
$320
per Sq. Ft.
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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...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.
  1. Listed by Adrian Antal • Ansa Realty Group Inc.
    P: (773)-875-5429 adiantal@yahoo.com

Property Details for 881 East Thacker Street

Area
Des Plaines
Township
Elk Grove
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.5
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.5
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Forced Air
LISTING UPDATED: 12/10/2025 12:07 AM

Property Details for 881 East Thacker Street

StatusActive
MLS #12490987
Days on Market65
Taxes$5,717 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1 Story
Year Built1953
Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,720 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 881 East Thacker Street

Stories-Year Built1953Building Size-Lot Size0.13 AC / 5,720 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,452 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,976

Property Taxes

$476

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 881 East Thacker Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 62
  • Elementary School: Forest Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Algonquin Elementary School
  • High School District: 207
  • High School: Maine West High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 163
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 6
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: None
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 150 Amp Service
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 1 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2025
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 5720
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: Yes
  • Construction: Brick
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Accessibility Features: Two or More Access Exits, Door Width 32 Inches or More
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1248
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 17
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X12
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 15X11
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 10X8
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 12X12
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 5X3
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 22X15

Property History for 881 East Thacker Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 4, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12490987

$399,900—
Oct 11, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12490987

$429,000—
May 6, 2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #117373814

$216,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/04/2025

Price Change

MRED #12490987

$399,900
10/11/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12490987

$429,000
05/06/2003

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #117373814

$216,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 881 East Thacker Street

Taxable ValueLand$4,290Additions$20,710Total$25,000
Tax Record2023$5,717 ($476 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,248 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,248 SqFtStories1Lot Size5,720 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1954CountyCOOKAPN09-20-100-019

Schools near 881 East Thacker Street

This home is within Community Consolidated School District 62.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Forest Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
Algonquin Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Maine West High School
Public - 9 to 12
Iroquois Community School
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Forest Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Algonquin Middle School
Public6 to 8

Maine West High School
Public9 to 12

Iroquois Community School
PublicK to 8

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 881 East Thacker Street, Des Plaines, IL 60016

881 East Thacker Street is a single family home for sale in Des Plaines, IL 60016. This property was listed for sale on October 11, 2025 by Ansa Realty Group Inc., it's currently listed at $399,900. It has been on the market for a total of 65 days and was last sold on May 6, 2003. This listing's school districts are Maine Township Hsd 207 School District, Community Consolidated School District 62. Nearby schools include Forest Elementary School, Algonquin Middle School and Maine West High School. 881 East Thacker Street is a 3-bed, 1-bath, 1,248 sqft single family home built in 1953.

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