$389,000

1636 Ashland Avenue #501, Des Plaines, IL 60016

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2 beds 2 baths 1,909 sqft (builder) Built 1998 Residential MLS #MRD12739495 5 days on market
Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate · 847-806-8440 · MLS #MRD12739495 · Status: Active
Location, space, and move-in ready! This remarkably spacious 1,900+ sq ft condo sits right in the heart of Downtown Des Plaines, yet steps to beautiful Rose Garden Park, and Family Neighborhood. Freshly painted from top to bottom, the interior features brand-new carpeting, stylish wood laminate flooring, and custom 2-inch white louvered shutters throughout. Enjoy abundance of natural light from your private, south-facing balcony. The generous floor plan includes a primary suite complete with a custom California Closet and a spa-like bath featuring a separate shower and Jacuzzi tub. The flexible office/den (currently used as a formal dining room) can easily be converted into a 3rd bedroom by adding door. AC Unit 1 year new, Appliances 5 years new. This unit features a heated garage space #22 (plus one exterior spot) and an adjacent storage unit in a beautifully maintained building, you are just four blocks from the Metra, local dining, and shopping, and five minutes from major expressways and O'Hare. **Living Room Beaded Chandelier and Dining Rm Crystal Chandelier not included in sale - will be replaced or a credit issued to buyer. OH Sun 8.23 12-2

Property details

Interior

Appliances
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Interior features
Storage, Walk-In Closet(s)
Flooring
Laminate
Fireplaces
0
Basement
None
Laundry
Washer Hookup, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Laundry Closet, Sink
Additional rooms
Balcony/Porch/Lanai
Total rooms
5

Building & exterior

Age
26-30 Years
Stories
6
Entry level
5
Exterior
Brick
Exterior features
Balcony
Exposure
South

Parking

Garage spaces
1
Total spaces
2
Parking details
Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Additional Parking, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
COMMON
Township
Maine
County
Cook

Utilities

Heating
Electric, Steam, Radiant, Radiant Floor
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Lake Michigan
Sewer
Public Sewer
Equipment
Ceiling Fan(s)

HOA & community

Assessment
$678 / monthly
Assessment includes
Heat, Water, Gas, Parking, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
Amenities
Elevator in Residence, Storage
Pets
Cats OK, Number Limit

Schools

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

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$6,571 (2025)
Parcel number (PIN)
09202060411038
PIN
09202060411038
Ownership
Condo
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
None
Listed
8/21/2026

Rooms

RoomSizeLevelFlooring
Balcony/Porch/Lanai13X08Main
Bedroom 215X11MainCarpet
Bedroom 3N/A
Bedroom 4N/A
Dining Room13X14MainWood Laminate
Family RoomN/A
Kitchen16X10MainCeramic Tile
Laundry10X6MainVinyl
Living Room21X22MainWood Laminate
Master Bedroom16X14MainCarpet

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