222 Cornell Avenue, Des Plaines, Illinois 60016


$421,000

Sold
Status: Closed
Sqft: 1,444
Cost/Sqft: $267
Beds: 2
Baths: 2
Year Built: 1953
Property Taxes: $7,127
Days On Market: 96
Lot Size: 0,00
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Description

Highly sought after location on the desirable Cornell block, only two blocks from the Metra and tucked into one of the most vibrant, walkable neighborhoods in town! This 2 bedroom home is packed with personality, updates, and room to grow. Step inside to find gleaming hardwood floors, a sun-drenched living room with a statement brick fireplace, and a dining space that's ready for your next gathering. The kitchen offers stainless steel appliances including a BRAND NEW stove (2025), an eat-in nook, and loads of prep and storage space! Off the back, discover a 4-seasons room bound in glass sliding doors that invites you to soak in the lush, landscaped views of your serene backyard oasis. Think stunning garden beds, gorgeous brick patio, built-in gas grill, and dreamy evening lighting. Find two generously sized bedrooms and a well-appointed hall bath. The finished basement provides major added space-perfect for movie nights, a home gym, or hobby space-plus a convenient half bath and storage galore! Attached extra-large 1-car garage. Additional highlights include NEW roof (2024), newer windows (2014), furnace + AC (2014). Top-rated schools: Cumberland Elementary, Chippewa Middle, and Maine West High. This one is a gem complete with your own garden, walkability to town-and it's ready for its next story. Come see it for yourself! Welcome home!

Property Specifics

Single Family
1953
No
Cook
— / Not Applicable
12390684
09073020210000

Nearby Schools

NAME: DISTRICT: DISTANCE:
Grade School
Cumberland Elementary School
62
Middle School
Chippewa Middle School
62 Not in DB
High School
Maine West High School
207 Not in DB

Property History

DATE: EVENT: PRICE: SOURCE:
15 Aug, 2025 Sold $421,000 MRED MLS
23 Jun, 2025 Under contract $385,000 MRED MLS
18 Jun, 2025 Listed for sale $385,000 MRED MLS

Room Specifics

All Bedroom Info:
Total Bedrooms: 2
Bedrooms Above Ground: 2
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
Second Bedroom Info:
Dimensions: —
Location: —
Floor Type: —
Bathroom Info:
Full Bathrooms: 2
Partial Bathrooms: 1
Bathroom Amenities: —
Bathroom in Basement: 1
Additional Rooms Info:
Rooms: —
Basement: —
Basement Description: —

Other Specifics

1.1
60X142X60X142
Not in DB

Tax History

Year Property Taxes
2025 $7,127

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