172 Cornell Avenue, Des Plaines, Illinois 60016
$515,000
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Sold
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| Status: | Closed |
| Sqft: | 2,547 |
| Cost/Sqft: | $196 |
| Beds: | 3 |
| Baths: | 2 |
| Year Built: | 1953 |
| Property Taxes: | $6,907 |
| Days On Market: | 298 |
| Lot Size: | 0,23 |
Description
***Highest and Best offers due by Monday 10am***. Well-maintained and solidly built home located in the desirable Cumberland neighborhood, situated on an extra-wide lot just steps from the Cumberland Metra station and Cornell Park. The main level offers hardwood floors, three spacious bedrooms, and a full bath, along with comfortable living and dining areas highlighted by a wood-burning fireplace. Natural light fills the home, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout. The lower level significantly expands the living space and features a storage room, full bathroom, wood-burning fireplace, and a hand-built bar, making it an ideal setting for social gatherings, entertaining, or extended living arrangements. This level also functions perfectly as a recreation room, media space, or private retreat. Major system and interior updates were completed in 2023, providing peace of mind for the next owner. Improvements include a Lennox furnace, water heater, copper plumbing throughout, brand-new siding, and updated windows throughout most of the home. Conveniently located near Cumberland Metra, Cornell Park, schools, and neighborhood amenities, this well-maintained home offers exceptional value, space, and accessibility in one of Des Plaines' most sought-after communities. Easy to show with flexible scheduling. Listing agent is related to the seller.
Property Specifics
| Single Family | |
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| 1953 | |
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| No | |
| 0.23 |
| Cook | |
| Cumberland | |
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| 12538349 | |
| 09073030440000 |
Nearby Schools
| NAME: | DISTRICT: | DISTANCE: | |
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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: |
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| 16 May, 2012 | Sold | $191,000 | MRED MLS |
| 2 Apr, 2012 | Under contract | $209,900 | MRED MLS |
| — | Last price change | $259,900 | MRED MLS |
| 16 Mar, 2012 | Listed for sale | $259,900 | MRED MLS |
| 23 Sep, 2022 | Sold | $297,500 | MRED MLS |
| 25 Aug, 2022 | Under contract | $309,900 | MRED MLS |
| 9 May, 2022 | Listed for sale | $309,900 | MRED MLS |
| 19 Feb, 2026 | Sold | $515,000 | MRED MLS |
| 5 Jan, 2026 | Under contract | $499,997 | MRED MLS |
| 2 Jan, 2026 | Listed for sale | $499,997 | MRED MLS |
Room Specifics
Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Above Ground: 3
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
Full Bathrooms: 2
Bathroom Amenities: —
Bathroom in Basement: 1
Rooms: —
Other Specifics
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| 75X133 | |
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| Not in DB | |
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Tax History
| Year | Property Taxes |
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| 2012 | $1,720 |
| 2022 | $7,037 |
| 2026 | $6,907 |
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