426 Amherst Avenue, Des Plaines, Illinois 60016
$499,900
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For Sale
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| Status: | Contingent |
| Sqft: | 1,738 |
| Cost/Sqft: | $288 |
| Beds: | 3 |
| Baths: | 2 |
| Year Built: | 1960 |
| Property Taxes: | $5,464 |
| Days On Market: | 47 |
| Lot Size: | 0,00 |
Description
Beautifully maintained and impressive 3-bedroom, 2-bath split-level home offering almost 1,800 sq ft of living space, tucked away on a quiet side street in Des Plaines. Step inside to a bright, open and inviting layout filled with natural light. Hardwood floors throughout, dramatic cathedral ceilings, skylights and a beautiful marble fireplace add character and warmth. The modern kitchen features plenty of cabinetry and stainless steel appliances, while the separate dining room flows into a spectacular sun-filled 4-season room surrounded by windows - the perfect place to relax or entertain while enjoying views of the huge, super-private fenced backyard. The upper level features 3 bedrooms, including a spacious primary bedroom with a private full ceramic bath. The lower level offers a comfortable family/rec room and an additional full bathroom with shower. An attached 1-car garage, additional parking and an oversized deck complete the home. Recent energy-efficiency and home-performance improvements include added insulation in the exterior walls, attic, floors and crawl space, air sealing, duct insulation and repairs, weatherstripping, HVAC servicing and more. Great location near the Mount Prospect border - approximately 10 minutes to the Metra station, with easy access to I-90, O'Hare International Airport, shopping, dining and more. Great indoor and outdoor living, tons of natural light and a huge private fenced backyard make this home a must-see
Property Specifics
| Single Family | |
| — | |
| Bi-Level | |
| 1960 | |
| Finished, Full, Daylight | |
| Aluminum Siding, Vinyl Siding, Brick | |
| Asphalt | |
| — | |
| No | |
| — |
| Cook | |
| — | |
| — / Not Applicable | |
| None | |
| Lake Michigan | |
| Public Sewer | |
| Central Air | |
| Natural Gas, Forced Air | |
| No | |
| 12768921 | |
| 09071020560000 |
Nearby Schools
| NAME: | DISTRICT: | DISTANCE: | |
|---|---|---|---|
|
Grade School
Cumberland Elementary School |
62 | — | |
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Middle School
Chippewa Middle School |
62 | Not in DB | |
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High School
Maine West High School |
207 | Not in DB | |
Property History
| DATE: | EVENT: | PRICE: | SOURCE: |
|---|---|---|---|
| 28 Sep, 2026 | Under contract | $499,900 | MRED MLS |
| 24 Sep, 2026 | Listed for sale | $499,900 | MRED MLS |
Room Specifics
Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Above Ground: 3
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
Dimensions: 15X12
Floor Type: Hardwood
Dimensions: 14X12
Floor Type: Hardwood
Dimensions: 14X11
Floor Type: Hardwood
Full Bathrooms: 2
Bathroom Amenities: Separate Shower, Soaking Tub
Bathroom in Basement: 1
Dimensions: 12X10
Floor Type: Hardwood
Dimensions: 18X9
Floor Type: Ceramic Tile
Features: Galley
Dimensions: 10X4
Floor Type: Vinyl
Dimensions: 20X11
Floor Type: Hardwood
Dimensions: 20X16
Floor Type: Hardwood
Rooms: Deck, Family Room, Foyer, Utility Room-Lower Level
Name: Deck
Dimensions: 25X23
Floor Type: —
Name: Family Room - Down
Dimensions: 24X12
Floor Type: Hardwood
Name: Foyer
Dimensions: 14X6
Floor Type: Hardwood
Name: Utility Room-Lower Level
Dimensions: 10X3
Floor Type: Vinyl
Other Specifics
| 1 | |
| Concrete Perimeter | |
| Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage | |
| In Unit | |
| Hardwood | |
| Deck | |
| Fenced | |
| — | |
| — | |
| 65X160 | |
| — | |
| Full | |
| Vaulted Ceiling(s) | |
| Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer | |
| Not in DB | |
| — | |
| — | |
| Wood Burning |
Tax History
| Year | Property Taxes |
|---|---|
| 2026 | $5,464 |
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