$175,000

1296 E Washington Street #12, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Active Under Contract

1 beds 1.5 baths Built 1976 Residential MLS #MRD12710614 31 days on market

Listing courtesy of Epique Realty Inc · 888-893-3537 · ILbroker@epiquerealty.com · MLS #MRD12710614 · Status: Active Under Contract

Multiple offers received. Highest and best offers are due today 07/27 by 5PM. Welcome to this unique, two-story condo located on the third floor in the heart of downtown Des Plaines. This spacious home features one bedroom and one and a half bathrooms, including a relaxing jacuzzi tub. Enjoy an open-concept living area with hardwood floors and a convenient half bath on the main level. Upstairs, the loft-style bedroom offers privacy and comfort. The kitchen is enhanced by handmade custom cabinets, offering both style and functionality. Residents benefit from on-site laundry, assigned parking. The building's prime location puts you just steps from the Metra station, local shops, restaurants, and all the amenities of downtown Des Plaines. Easy access to O'Hare Airport and major highways makes commuting simple. This home is designed to offer comfort, convenience, and modern amenities in a vibrant urban setting. This Investor-friendly condo is a great opportunity for both homeowners and those seeking a rental investment.

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Property details

Interior

Basement: None
Laundry: Common Area
Additional rooms: No additional rooms
Total rooms: 3

Building & exterior

Age: 41-50 Years
Stories: 3
Entry level: 3
Exterior: Masonite

Parking

Total spaces: 1
Parking details: Yes, Owned

Lot & location

Lot dimensions: Common
Township: Maine
County: Cook

Utilities

Heating: Baseboard
Cooling: Window Unit(s)
Water: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer

HOA & community

Assessment: $290 / monthly
Assessment includes: Heat, Water, Parking, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
Amenities: Coin Laundry
Pets: Cats OK, Dogs OK

Schools

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

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes: $1,617 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN): 09172100481012
PIN: 09172100481012
Ownership: Condo
Possession: Closing
Special conditions: None
Listed: 7/22/2026

Rooms

Room	Size	Level
Bedroom 2		N/A
Bedroom 3		N/A
Bedroom 4		N/A
Dining Room		N/A
Family Room		N/A
Kitchen	17X13	Main
Laundry		N/A
Living Room	27X14	Main
Master Bedroom	19X13	Second

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