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Learn more about what Des Plaines has to offer.

Des Plaines offers residents a welcoming blend of parks, convenient transit links, diverse dining and shopping, and a strong sense of community.

Des Plaines, IL real estate

Des Plaines offers a strong sense of community with quicker access to O’Hare and the Des Plaines River Trail than many nearby suburbs, while still feeling more intimate than busier neighbors like Chicago and Arlington Heights. Its downtown core has a familiar, small-city rhythm, anchored by the Des Plaines Public Library and local restaurants, yet you are minutes from regional employers and major highways.

Outdoor life is a real draw. Residents enjoy the Des Plaines River Trail for biking and running, and the Lake Park Golf Course & Marina for summer evenings on the water. Families appreciate the programming of the Des Plaines Park District and nearby schools, many within Maine Township. For dining and entertainment, local spots around Miner Street mix with nearby options in Rosemont, including events at the Donald E. Stephens Convention Center.

The housing stock ranges from classic bungalows and midcentury ranches to newer townhomes and condos, attracting both first-time buyers and long-term residents. With ongoing interest from people relocating from Evanston and the city, timing and preparation matter. Understanding school boundaries, floodplain maps, and upcoming infrastructure projects can influence both price and pace of a sale.

Whether you are planning a strategic sale or looking to buy into Des Plaines with confidence, Agent Pronto connects you with a real estate agent who knows how to position you well in this evolving market.

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“Mike Mccatty and his son Andrew provided us with the best outcome we could have hoped for. The marketing mailers and Zillow listings were the best we saw in Orland Park at the time we were selling. Because Mike and Andrew properly priced our home we recived the offer we eventually accepted in 2 days. Selling your home is a very stressful situation and Mike and Andrew were able to reduce that stress with their quick responses to our inquiries. I would 100% recommend anyone to use Mike to sell their home.”

John Zajewski · Orland Park, IL

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Century 21 Circle
“Kim Wirtz is an incredible real estate agent who is knowledgeable, professional and personable. My siblings and I were selling our dad's house after he passed and Kim made the process so much easier. Kim would reply to my texts and emails quickly and efficiently. I would definitely use Kim again for my next property purchase and I would also recommend her to friends and family. Thanks again Kim! You were wonderful!”

Jo Ferrara · Schiller Park, IL

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Wirtz Real Estate Group, Inc.
“Steve was always available, knowledgeable, and willing to listen to our thoughts and concerns about selling our home. More importantly, the selling of our home in tandem of purchasing a new home at the same time, went really well. If we needed to move again (heaven forbid) I wouldn't hesitate to have Steve again.”

Joan · Cary, IL

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RE/MAX Suburban
“Brittany was fantastic to work with throughout the entire home-buying process. She was extremely communicative, always available to answer questions, and kept everything moving smoothly from start to finish. Her knowledge, professionalism, and dedication helped get the deal done without unnecessary stress. I truly felt like she had my best interests in mind every step of the way. I would absolutely work with Brittany again in the future and highly recommend her to anyone looking for a reliable and effective real estate agent.”

Josh Sanders · Woodridge, IL

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Compass
“Working with Emir is always a pleasure. He was very helpful in coordinating work on our house for sale, working with vendors and providing valuable feedback on neccesary work vs. potential work items unlikely to generate return. We closed sale of house 3 weeks from time of first listing. I'd worked with Emir before and hope to do so again in the future.”

Matt · Chicago, IL

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Owners.com
“Wonderful all around experience—made the entire process a breeze. Kathy and Joe are a pleasure to work with and great people. Would recommend to anybody 10/10”

Ryan Zuidema · Downers Grove, IL

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Berkshire Hathaway Chicago
“Becki from Laura Topp’s team was incredible in helping me purchase my first property, a brick 2-flat in Chicago’s highly competitive north and west side market. Inventory was extremely limited and we toured at least 20 properties throughout the process. Becki was consistently accommodating with her time, prepared detailed reports for every showing and approached each opportunity with a thoughtful strategy. She genuinely treated the search as if she were buying the property for herself. When we finally found the right building, Becki skillfully negotiated with the listing agent and played a major role in getting the deal done while still protecting my interests and keeping the transaction together. The listing agent even praised her professionalism and credited her with helping secure the deal. Throughout closing, she remained diligent, communicative and focused on making sure I understood every step of the process and felt protected as a buyer. I cannot recommend Becki and Laura Topp”

Joe Luft · Chicago, IL

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Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices
“To be honest Ralph was the best part of my team. He's a good person and if it wasn't for him I wouldn't know half of what I know about buying a house Thanks Ralph”

Deandre Drew · Sauk Village, IL

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HomeSmart Home Smart Connect Real Estate
“Thanks for your help in purchasing our first home!”

Alexander Davis · Villa Park, IL

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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
“Our house could be considered high end property in the neighborhood. Cinny worked hard to get it under the contract in a week and sold our house a little over a month. We are happy about the result. During the process, there were ups and downs which made us nervious. Cinny listened to our concerns and gave us professional advice.”

Jane & James · Chicago, IL

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Century 21 Realty Associates
“Shawn is a perfect example of everything a new homeowner could want in a realtor. He's patient, informative and passionate about helping you find the right home. Shawn goes the extra mile in preparing detailed documents on every listing you visit and has a vast knowledge of property pros and cons. You also know you'll get a honest and trustworthy professional at your side when you work with him. I can't recommend Shawn enough!”

Andrew T · Chicago, IL

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Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices
“Would use Lizette again, very easy to work with & very professional. Would recommend here 100% to Friends.”

Bill Zabresky · Wheeling, IL

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REALTY OF AMERICA
“Robert was wonderful to work with as we navigated buying our first home. He gave us clear direction, was an incredible advocate for us, and prioritized our best interest. He was also extremely communicative and encouraged our questions and feedback. We would recommend him to anyone looking to buy a home!”

Lauren · Lombard, IL

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Keller Williams Platinum Partners
“Renee O'Brien was very understanding, helpful, and kind .... knowledgable in the house situation and problem solving to move the sale along swiftly...”

K Ritchie · Janesville, WI

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Keller Williams North Shore West
“John Campobasso was great to work with in selling our unit. He was professional, knowledgeable, and guided us through every step of the process. We really appreciated how upfront and straightforward he was. He always gave us honest feedback and clear expectations. He made the whole experience feel smooth and much less stressful than we anticipated. We’re so glad we worked with him and would definitely recommend his services to anyone looking to buy or sell.”

Kathy Liwag · Chicago, IL

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Keller Williams Thrive Realty
““Working with Meldina Dervisevic to sell our single-family home in Wheeling was an excellent experience from start to finish. Her market knowledge, pricing strategy, and attention to detail helped us attract the right buyer quickly and confidently. Meldina guided us through every step of the process, communicated clearly, and handled negotiations with professionalism and care. Thanks to her expertise, our home sold smoothly and with great results. We highly recommend Meldina to anyone looking to sell their home.””

George · Wheeling, IL

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Century 21 Dream Homes
“Miguel was amazing 10/10 definitely recommend! He is very knowledgeable and super attentive, he really made this first time home buying process very smooth and the best of all is that he was very understanding.”

Cayetano · Hometown, IL

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Realty of America
“Nancy Silwa is an experienced realtor who knows her profession. She knows, and in fact lives in the area, where I was selling my house. This was a bonus as she really had a handle on the market. She walked with me every step of the way so that I understood the process. I was selling a home I had lived in for 43 years. Nancy understood the emotional impact of this decision and gently helped me stay focused on the task at hand: sell the house. She found the perfect buyers. A young couple who will make my house their home. Knowing this made selling my home a little easier. I would and indeed have recommended Nancy to others. She is simply THE BEST!”

Pam Conrad · Elmhurst, IL

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Coldwell Banker
“Juan helped us immensely in buying our first home and answered every question we had. Would 100% recommend.”

Sara S. · Oak Park, IL

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E-Professionals Realty, LLC
“Paula helped us every step of the way when we purchased our first home. I would recommend her to everyone. She always made time to answer our questions and explain the process. She's simply the best!”

Julia Johnston · Chicago, IL

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Berkshire Hathaway Starck Real Estate

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