1241 Fargo Avenue Des Plaines, IL $ 513,500
1241 Fargo Avenue
$ 513,500
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1241 Fargo Avenue

Des Plaines, IL, 60018
$ 513,500
Bedrooms3 Baths2.0 Sq 1,850

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$ 3,242

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Single Family Home for sale in Des Plaines, IL

for $513,500 with 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths. This 1,850 square foot home was built in 1966.

Welcome to this beautifully updated 3bedroom, 2bath split-level home, thoughtfully improved with modern finishes, European-inspired details, and numerous upgrades for added comfort and peace of mind. Step inside through the stylish European-style front door (2026) to a bright and inviting main level (2024) featuring beautiful hardwood floors and an open-concept layout perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The custom-remodeled kitchen (2024) offers stainless steel appliances, modern cabinetry, generous counter space, a reverse-osmosis water filtration system with connection to fridge, and flows seamlessly into the dining and living room areas. An electric fireplace adds warmth and ambiance, while modern blinds throughout complement the home's clean, contemporary style. From the kitchen, step directly into the spacious outdoor area-perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying summer gatherings. Upstairs, you'll find three comfortable bedrooms and a beautifully remodeled European-style full bathroom (2024) with sleek, contemporary finishes. The lower level offers additional living space with a spacious recreation/family room, a second full bathroom, and a generously sized laundry area with convenient access to the attached heated garage. A dry crawl space provides valuable additional storage. Major improvements include triple-pane windows (2026), a (2024) roof and gutters with downspouts, and a garage door (2024). The home is also equipped with an ADT alarm system, an exterior flood-control system for added peace of mind, and upgraded electrical capacity for connection to a manual backup generator. And the location is hard to beat! Just steps from beautiful Lake Opeka, enjoy scenic walking paths, playgrounds, golf, volleyball, sailing and boating activities, and nearby dining-all practically in your backyard. Move-in ready and extensively updated, this home offers the perfect combination of modern comfort, thoughtful improvements, functional living space, and an incredible location. Property is being offered AS-IS for the seller's convenience. There are no known issues prompting the AS-IS sale, and repairs may not be necessary. The seller simply prefers a straightforward transaction. Come see it and fall in love.

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Single Family Active

Price

$ 513,500

Bedrooms

3

Full Bath

2

Property Type

Single Family

Taxes

$ 7,755

Style

Split Level

Year Built

1966

Town/City

Des Plaines

County/Region

Cook

MLS | Web ID

12743940

Features
General
Living Area 1850
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Natural Gas
Cooling Central Air
Utilities Cable Available
Possession Closing
Roof Asphalt
Appliances Range Microwave Dishwasher Refrigerator Washer Dryer Disposal Stainless Steel Appliance(s) Range Hood Water Purifier Owned Water Purifier Rented Gas Oven
Garage Spaces 2
Association Fee Includes None
Architectural Style Split Level
Construction Materials Brick
Year Built 1966
Electric 200+ Amp Service
Township Maine
Tax Year 2025
Ownership Fee Simple
Community Features Park Lake Curbs Sidewalks Street Lights Street Paved
Assoc Fee Paid Per Not Applicable
County Cook
New Construction N
Property Type Residential Detached Single
Other Structures Shed(s)
Total Rooms 7
Full Baths 2
Status New
Directions OAKTON TO LEE S TO FARGO E TO HOME
High School Maine West High School
City Des Plaines
High School District 207
MLS Area Des Plaines
Elementary School Plainfield Elementary School
Tax Annual Amount 7755.96
Middle/Junior High School Iroquois Community School
Additional Parcels Y/N N
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Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District 62
Elementary School District 62
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Interior
Interior Amenities Vaulted Ceiling(s) 1st Floor Full Bath Built-in Features Open Floorplan Separate Dining Room Quartz Counters
Basement Finished Crawl Space Rec/Family Area Daylight Partial
Flooring Hardwood Wood
Total Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Features Electric Insert
Half Baths 0
Laundry Features Gas Dryer Hookup Laundry Closet
Total Bedrooms 3
Room Type No additional rooms
Total Baths 2
Bedrooms Possible 3
Bathroom Separate Shower Accessible Shower
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Exterior
Exterior Amenities Lighting
Parking Features Concrete Garage Door Opener Heated Garage Yes Garage Owned Attached Off Street Driveway Owned Garage
Lot Features Corner Lot Landscaped
Water Source Public
Total Parking 4
Foundation Details Concrete Perimeter
Lot Dimensions 125 x 65
Waterfront Y/N N
Other Equipment Security System CO Detectors Ceiling Fan(s) Sump Pump Backup Sump Pump; Security Cameras Water Heater-Gas
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Homesmart Connect Llc

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aczechura@agarealtor.com

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Monthly Principal & Interest
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Monthly Property Taxes
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Nearby
567363 Elementary School
4215700 Middle School
Maine West High School High School
Pricing History
DatePricePrice ChangeDescription
9/3/2026$513,500 Listed Price

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1241 Fargo Avenue, Des Plaines, IL, 60018 is a Single Family Home for sale at $513,500 with 1,850 sqft. 1241 Fargo Avenue has 3 bedrooms, 2.0 baths, and was built in 1966. The property's zip code is 60018 which is in Des Plaines, IL