1601 Sherman Place, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Closed

3 beds 2 baths 2,000 sqft (estimated) Built 1925 Residential MLS #MRD12531585 27 days on market

Listing courtesy of @properties Christie�s International Real Estate · 847-692-5522 · MLS #MRD12531585 · Status: Closed

Charming two-story gem at 1601 Sherman Place in Des Plaines! Steeped in vintage character. This beautifully preserved home welcomes you with original hardwood floors flowing throughout the main level, a rare tin ceiling crowning the living room, and exquisite stained-glass windows that bathe the space in warm, colorful light. The cozy fireplace serves as the heart of the home-perfect for winter nights. This 1925 yellow brick custom-built home features 3 bedrooms (one on the main level), 2 full bathrooms and a library, plus the expansive basement that offers tons of storage, recreation potential and overhead sewers. Set on an oversized lot with a detached garage, this classic Des Plaines beauty blends timeless classic details with move-in-ready modern touches. A rare find-full of soul and ready for its next chapter! All in hot Des Plaines with its excellent schools, proximity to O'Hare and access to 294. Property being sold "as-is".

Property details

Interior

Appliances: Range, Refrigerator
Flooring: Hardwood
Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace details: Wood Burning
Basement: Unfinished, Full
Additional rooms: Library, Den, Recreation Room, Workshop
Total rooms: 10

Building & exterior

Style: Bungalow
Age: 91-100 Years
Exterior: Brick
Roof: Asphalt
Exposure: North

Parking

Garage spaces: 2
Total spaces: 2
Parking details: Concrete, Yes, Detached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions: 50 X 140
Township: Maine
County: Cook

Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling: None
Water: Public
Sewer: Overhead Sewers
Electricity: Fuses

HOA & community

Assessment includes: None
Community features: Street Lights, Street Paved

Schools

Elementary: (62)
Junior high: (62)
High school: (207)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes: $7,199 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN): 09161030090000
PIN: 09161030090000
Ownership: Fee Simple
Possession: Closing, Immediate
Special conditions: None
Listed: 12/15/2025
Sold: 2/20/2026
Sold price: $340,000

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