172 CORNELL Avenue
Des Plaines, IL, 60016 $ 499,997
Bedrooms4 Baths2.0 Sq 2,547 Monthly Estimate*
$ 3,079
for $499,997 with 4 bedrooms and 2 full baths. This 2,547 square foot home was built in 1953 on a lot size of 0.2307.
***Highest and Best offers due by Monday 10am***. Well-maintained and solidly built home located in the desirable Cumberland neighborhood, situated on an extra-wide lot just steps from the Cumberland Metra station and Cornell Park. The main level offers hardwood floors, three spacious bedrooms, and a full bath, along with comfortable living and dining areas highlighted by a wood-burning fireplace. Natural light fills the home, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout. The lower level significantly expands the living space and features a fourth bedroom, full bathroom, wood-burning fireplace, and a hand-built bar, making it an ideal setting for social gatherings, entertaining, or extended living arrangements. This level also functions perfectly as a recreation room, media space, or private retreat. Major system and interior updates were completed in 2023, providing peace of mind for the next owner. Improvements include a Lennox furnace, water heater, copper plumbing throughout, brand-new siding, and updated windows throughout most of the home. Conveniently located near Cumberland Metra, Cornell Park, schools, and neighborhood amenities, this well-maintained home offers exceptional value, space, and accessibility in one of Des Plaines' most sought-after communities. Easy to show with flexible scheduling. Listing agent is related to the seller.
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FeaturesGeneralLiving Area 2547
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Possession Closing
Appliances Range Dishwasher Refrigerator Washer Dryer
Garage Spaces 1.5
Association Fee Includes None
Architectural Style Ranch
Construction Materials Brick
Year Built 1953
Township Maine
Tax Year 2023
Ownership Fee Simple
Community Features Curbs Sidewalks Street Lights Street Paved
Assoc Fee Paid Per Not Applicable
County Cook
New Construction N
Property Type Residential Detached Single
Contingency Attorney/Inspection
Subdivision Name Cumberland
Total Rooms 8
Full Baths 2
Status Contingent
Directions From Northwest Highway and Cornell Avenue go north on Cornell Avenue; 172 Cornell Ave will be on the right.
High School Maine West High School
City Des Plaines
High School District 207
MLS Area Des Plaines
Elementary School Cumberland Elementary School
Tax Annual Amount 6907
Middle/Junior High School Chippewa Middle School
Additional Parcels Y/N N
Standard Status Active Under Contract
Middle/Junior School District 62
Elementary School District 62
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InteriorInterior Amenities Dry Bar
Basement Finished None Full
Flooring Hardwood
Total Fireplaces 2
Fireplace Features Wood Burning
Half Baths 0
Laundry Features In Unit
Total Bedrooms 3
Below Grade Finished Area 1166
Room Type Foyer
Total Baths 2
Bedrooms Possible 4
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ExteriorParking Features Concrete Garage Door Opener Yes Garage Owned Attached Off Street Owned Garage
Water Source Lake Michigan
Total Parking 5.5
Lot Dimensions 75X133
Lot Size Acres 0.2307
Waterfront Y/N N
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* Excluded FeaturesList Byagentlando7@gmail.comEmail
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- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $3,079
- Monthly Property Taxes
- $576
- Monthly Home Insurance
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Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 6.25% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.
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Average List Price $485,461
Percent of Sale Price 3%
About Des Plaines, IL 58,932 Population
2% Since 2002
$ 65,417 Median Income
42.72 Median Age
26% Households with Children
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565504 Elementary School
566128 Middle School
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
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| 1/2/2026 | $499,997 | | Listed Price |