For Sale13d on market
9761 Elm Ter
Des Plaines, IL, 60016 • 60016 • Cook County
$669,900
$229/sqft
Down payment assistance available
5Beds
3Baths
2,925Sqft
0.77 acLot
1955Built
Property DNA
Outdoor Living
Patio · Porch
2 Fireplaces
Wood Burning · Gas Log · Living Room · Basement
Shed(s)
Shed(s)
2.5-Car Garage
Concrete · Garage Door Opener · Yes · Garage Owned · Attached · Garage
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is in high demand
Listed 13 days ago · 3,682 views · 149 saves · Top 10% likely to sell soon
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13 days on market
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$229/sqft
Price per square foot
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About this home
Single Family · Built 1955
Nestled on a private drive, Five Oaks at Elms Terrace offers the perfect retreat. Ideally set on over three-quarters of an acre in unincorporated Cook County, this home is surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant blooms, creating a peaceful oasis you'll never want to leave. Inside, you'll find five spacious bedrooms and two and a half baths. Welcome guests as you entertain in the bright living room with gas fireplace & rich hardwood floor and transition to dinner in the separate dining room with a huge picture window looking out on the gardens and yard. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's delight featuring Shaker-style cabinets, Quartzite counters, newer professional grade appliances, and a stainless steel farmhouse sink. The main floor family room is a great space to relax and take in the serene views offering an entire wall of windows. The main floor hosts the luxurious primary suite, complete with a cozy sitting area or future walk-in closet, an adjacent bath with Jacuzzi tub & shower for ultimate comfort, and main-floor laundry. An additional main-floor bedroom offers flexibility-ideal as a guest room or a quiet home office. Upstairs, three bedrooms feature stunning bamboo flooring, adding a touch of natural elegance and a full bath with double bowl vanity. The home boasts two inviting fireplaces, perfect for cozy evenings, and a finished basement that provides extra living space for entertainment, with a dedicated storage room and cedar closet. Step outside and take in the tranquility of your expansive grounds with Illinois Master Gardener-designed perennial gardens and raised bed vegetable gardens, two generous storage sheds, fruit trees, national park-sized firepit, and brick paver patio perfect for entertaining, while still enjoying the convenience of nearby shopping and dining. For commuters and travelers, this peaceful location offers easy highway access, metra stops, and only a 15-minute drive to the airport. This property truly combines privacy, nature, and modern convenience just a short distance from Chicago. Come experience the serenity for yourself!
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights two inviting fireplaces, five spacious bedrooms, and rich hardwood floor as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$4,163/month
Principal & Interest$3,228
Property Tax$670
Insurance$223
HOA$42
Down payment20% ($133,980)
3%50%
Est. 6.04% rate · 30yr fixed · $535,920 loan
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At a glance
Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1955
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Attached Garage spaces
HOA$500 annually
Lot0.77 Acres
Days on Zillow13 Days
Price/sqft$229
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
Year built1955
Stories2
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionVinyl Siding, Brick
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingConcrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Garage2.5 spaces
BasementPartially Finished,Partial
Fireplaces2
Lot0.77 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60016
Annual tax$11,916
Parcel0910301024
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths2
HOA$42/mo
Features & details
15 categories of property features
Interior Features
Interior
1st Floor Bedroom
In-Law Floorplan
1st Floor Full Bath
Appliances
Range
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Range Hood
Flooring
Hardwood
Laminate
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
Main Level
In Bathroom
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Gas Log
Living Room
Basement
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Concrete
Garage Door Opener
Yes
Garage Owned
Attached
Garage
Construction
Vinyl Siding
Brick
Patio & Porch
Patio
Porch
Lot Features
Landscaped
Community
Street Lights
Street Paved
Other Equipment
Sump Pump
Backup Sump Pump;
Other Structures
Shed(s)
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Main15×15 ft225 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom2
Second16×11 ft176 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom3
Second12×12 ft144 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom4
Second14×11 ft154 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom5
Main15×11 ft165 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market13
Tax rate1.99%
Price/sqft$229
On marketMar 27, 2026
PostedMar 27, 2026
Last sold$443,000
MLS statusActive
MLS updatedApr 1, 2026
Tour days9
Views3,682
Favorites149
How are the schools in Des Plaines?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Des Plaines, IL, 60016
Price history
17 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Mar 27, 2026Listed For Sale$669,900$229MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Jun 10, 2020Sold$443,000$151MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
May 7, 2020Pending Sale$449,900$154Coldwell Banker Realty - McMullen
Apr 6, 2020Listed For Sale$449,900$154Coldwell Banker Realty - McMullen
Mar 2, 2020Pending Sale$449,900$154Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - McMullen
Feb 25, 2020Listed For Sale$449,900$154Coldwell Banker Residential
Sep 26, 2019Listing Removed$484,900$166Coldwell Banker Residential
Aug 14, 2019Price Change$484,900$166Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - McMullen
Jul 30, 2019Listed For Sale$489,900$167Coldwell Banker Residential
Jan 3, 2019Listing Removed$489,900$167Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Park Ridge
Apr 4, 2018Price Change$489,900$167Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Park Ridge
Jan 7, 2018Listed For Sale$499,800$171Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Nov 2, 2017Listing Removed$489,900$167Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Park Ridge
Aug 16, 2017Price Change$489,900$167Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Park Ridge
Jun 30, 2017Price Change$499,800$171Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Park Ridge
Jun 5, 2017Price Change$528,800$181Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Park Ridge
Apr 20, 2017Listed For Sale$529,900$181Alan Realty LLC
Listed For Sale$669,900
Mar 27, 2026•$229/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Sold$443,000
Jun 10, 2020•$151/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Pending Sale$449,900
May 7, 2020•$154/sqft•Coldwell Banker Realty - McMullen
Listed For Sale$449,900
Apr 6, 2020•$154/sqft•Coldwell Banker Realty - McMullen
Pending Sale$449,900
Mar 2, 2020•$154/sqft•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - McMullen
Listed For Sale$449,900
Feb 25, 2020•$154/sqft•Coldwell Banker Residential
Listing Removed$484,900
Sep 26, 2019•$166/sqft•Coldwell Banker Residential
Price Change$484,900
Aug 14, 2019•$166/sqft•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - McMullen
Listed For Sale$489,900
Jul 30, 2019•$167/sqft•Coldwell Banker Residential
Listing Removed$489,900
Jan 3, 2019•$167/sqft•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Park Ridge
Price Change$489,900
Apr 4, 2018•$167/sqft•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Park Ridge
Listed For Sale$499,800
Jan 7, 2018•$171/sqft•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage
Listing Removed$489,900
Nov 2, 2017•$167/sqft•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Park Ridge
Price Change$489,900
Aug 16, 2017•$167/sqft•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Park Ridge
Price Change$499,800
Jun 30, 2017•$171/sqft•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Park Ridge
Price Change$528,800
Jun 5, 2017•$181/sqft•Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Park Ridge
Listed For Sale$529,900
Apr 20, 2017•$181/sqft•Alan Realty LLC
Tax history
25 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2023$11,472$47,499
Apr 9, 2022$10,879$47,499
Apr 9, 2021$12,770$42,491
Apr 9, 2020$12,483$42,491
Apr 9, 2019$10,598$47,213
Apr 9, 2018$12,922$44,118
Apr 9, 2017$9,489$44,118
Apr 9, 2016$9,942$44,118
Apr 9, 2015$11,959$43,323
Apr 9, 2014$11,568$43,323
Apr 9, 2013$11,353$43,323
Apr 9, 2012$12,577$54,477
Apr 9, 2011$12,225$54,477
Apr 9, 2010$12,196$54,477
Apr 9, 2009$10,735$60,382
Apr 9, 2008$9,726$71,560
Apr 9, 2007$9,132$71,560
Apr 9, 2006$11,797$70,222
Apr 9, 2005$11,528$70,222
Apr 9, 2004$11,150$71,471
Apr 9, 2003$8,232$47,660
Apr 9, 2002$8,268$47,660
Apr 9, 2001$5,635$47,660
Apr 9, 2000$5,561$30,896
Apr 9, 1999$5,491$30,896
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Local context around this listing
Des Plaines, IL • Cook County
Nearby cities
Arlington HeightsChicagoCiceroDes PlainesElginEvanstonOrland ParkPalatine
Nearby zip codes
60016600176001860019
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