$575,000

1316 Whitcomb Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60018

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4 beds 2.5 baths 2,800 sqft (estimated) Built 1925 Residential MLS #MRD12739722 1 days on market
Listing courtesy of Redfin Corporation · 224-699-5002 · MLS #MRD12739722 · Status: Active
Spacious 4-Bed/2.5-Bth 3-story Colonial home ready for new owners! This one truly has room for everyone. The home exudes curb appeal with its manicured front lawn and front balcony. As you enter the front door, you're greeted by a bright and spacious living room and separate dining room. The dining room flows into the large eat-in kitchen with a breakfast bar, ample counter and cabinet space, stainless steel appliances and room for a breakfast table. Off of the kitchen, you'll find the expansive family room with built-ins and sliders that lead out to your back deck. Heading up to the second floor, you'll find a sitting area, access to the balcony and three huge bedrooms. The Primary suite features an en-suite bath with double sinks and a soaking tub and a large walk-in closet. On the third floor, you'll find the 4th bedroom that makes the perfect private guest room, home office or play room along with tons of storage space that could double as a closet or another living area. The finished basement provides even more living space with it's huge rec room great for a home theatre or game room. The unfinished portion of the basement is great for storage. Recent updates include BRAND NEW carpet on the 2nd & 3rd floors July 2026, new water heater 2025 and new garage roof 2021. Outside, you'll love the large deck and huge fenced-in yard. You can't beat this home or it's location - sought-after school districts, close to the Metra, groceries, restaurants and more. Schedule your tour today! AS-IS CONDITION

Property details

Interior

Flooring
Hardwood, Carpet
Fireplaces
0
Basement
Partially Finished, Full
Laundry
Main Level, In Unit
Additional rooms
Sitting Room, Recreation Room, Storage, Loft, Walk In Closet, Utility Room-Lower Level
Total rooms
11

Building & exterior

Style
Colonial
Age
100+ Years
Exterior
Aluminum Siding
Exterior features
Balcony
Roof
Asphalt
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Patio & porch
Deck
Other structures
None
Exposure
North,South

Parking

Garage spaces
2
Total spaces
2
Parking details
Concrete, Side Driveway, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
60x171
Township
Maine
County
Cook

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Lake Michigan, Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

HOA & community

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

Schools

Elementary
Central Elementary School (62)
Junior high
Iroquois Community School (62)
High school
Maine West High School (207)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$4,930 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN)
09204040150000
PIN
09204040150000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
None
Listed
8/21/2026

Rooms

RoomSizeLevelFlooring
Sitting Room24X18SecondCarpet
Recreation Room31X14BasementWood Laminate
Storage34X18BasementOther
Loft19X13ThirdCarpet
Walk In Closet7X4SecondCarpet
Utility Room-Lower Level13X12BasementOther
Bedroom 214X10SecondCarpet
Bedroom 314X10SecondCarpet
Bedroom 414X13ThirdCarpet
Dining Room13X10MainHardwood
Family Room21X14MainHardwood
Kitchen19X16MainCeramic Tile
Laundry7X4MainHardwood
Living Room20X14MainHardwood
Master Bedroom17X16SecondCarpet

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