$459,900

904 S 2nd Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Active Under Contract
3 beds 2 baths 1,824 sqft (assessor) Built 1940 Residential MLS #MRD12732277 1 days on market
Listing courtesy of Baird & Warner · 847-392-1855 · MLS #MRD12732277 · Status: Active Under Contract
Welcome to this beautifully maintained and thoughtfully refreshed ranch home in a highly desirable Des Plaines neighborhood. Offering comfortable single-level living with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, this home combines timeless character with modern convenience. Recent improvements include freshly painted interiors, professionally refinished hardwood floors, and a deep professional cleaning, allowing the next owner to move right in and make it their own. The spacious floor plan features two fireplaces, creating warm and inviting gathering spaces for everyday living and entertaining. A bright rear sun room with sliding glass doors provides the perfect place to relax with a morning coffee, unwind at the end of the day, or simply enjoy views of the backyard year-round. The primary suite includes a private full bath, while the generous room sizes and functional layout provide flexibility for a variety of lifestyles. A rare highlight of this property is the garage space, featuring both an attached 1-car garage and a detached 2-car garage, offering exceptional storage, workshop, hobby, or vehicle space. Ideally located near downtown Des Plaines, you'll enjoy easy access to restaurants, shopping, parks, entertainment, the Metra station, and highly regarded local schools. Combining thoughtful updates, generous living space, and a prime location, this home is ready to welcome its next owner.
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Property details

Interior

Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior features
Built-in Features, Separate Dining Room
Flooring
Hardwood, Laminate
Fireplaces
2
Fireplace details
Wood Burning
Basement
None
Laundry
Sink
Additional rooms
Heated Sun Room
Total rooms
7

Building & exterior

Style
Ranch
Age
81-90 Years
Exterior
Cedar
Roof
Asphalt
Patio & porch
Patio

Parking

Garage spaces
3
Total spaces
3
Parking details
Asphalt, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
80x140
Lot description
Mature Trees
Township
Maine
County
Cook

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

HOA & community

Assessment includes
None
Community features
Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved

Schools

Elementary
Forest Elementary School (62)
Junior high
Algonquin Middle School (62)
High school
Maine West High School (207)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$3,655 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN)
09201020450000
PIN
09201020450000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
None
Listed
8/13/2026

Rooms

RoomSizeLevelFlooring
Heated Sun Room22X13MainWood Laminate
Bedroom 213X13MainHardwood
Bedroom 317X15MainHardwood
Bedroom 4N/A
Dining Room11X16MainHardwood
Family RoomN/A
Kitchen11X12MainCeramic Tile
Laundry11X11MainLinoleum
Living Room13X21MainHardwood
Master Bedroom15X18MainHardwood

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