1211 S Des Plaines River Rd

Des Plaines, IL 60018

$505,501
Last Sold Price
4
Beds
2,540 Sq. Ft.
$199 / Sq. Ft.
2,540
Sq. Ft.
$199
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Historic charm fills this 4 bed, 1.5 bath home formerly owned by the first Mayor of Des Plaines and President of the University of Chicago. Nestled on a nearly 1/4 acre lot full of mature landscaping, this estate offers a brick fireplace in the family room, four seasons room and formal dining room with custom millwork. The custom kitchen, featured in Better Homes and Gardens Magazine, offers a SubZero refrigerator, Thermador double oven and dishwasher and Meili 4-burner cooktop with a grill and deep...Historic charm fills this 4 bed, 1.5 bath home formerly owned by the first Mayor of Des Plaines and President of the University of Chicago. Nestled on a nearly 1/4 acre lot full of mature landscaping, this estate offers a brick fireplace in the family room, four seasons room and formal dining room with custom millwork. The custom kitchen, featured in Better Homes and Gardens Magazine, offers a SubZero refrigerator, Thermador double oven and dishwasher and Meili 4-burner cooktop with a grill and deep fryer. All 4 bedrooms are on the second level including the primary bedroom with access to the balcony. The fenced backyard offers a large deck, fire pit and paver patio with a grilling station. Storage is abundant with a 3rd story attic, a shed with electrical and a 2-car finished garage with a heater, built-in storage and attic storage. Updated copper plumbing, 200 AMP service throughout (including the garage), and a sump pump flood control system add the finishing touch!
  1. Listed by Mary Salata • Starting Point Realty Inc

Sold By Baird & Warner

Property Details for 1211 South Des Plaines River Road

Area
Des Plaines
Township
Maine
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
4.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
LISTING UPDATED: 10/19/2024 03:01 AM

Property Details for 1211 South Des Plaines River Road

StatusClosed
MLS #12040908
Days on Market7
Taxes$10,189 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 3 Stories
Year Built1916
Lot Size0.46 AC / 20,124 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 1211 South Des Plaines River Road

Stories-Year Built1916Building Size-Lot Size0.46 AC / 20,124 SF

Payment Calculator

$3,498 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$2,649

Property Taxes

$849

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1211 South Des Plaines River Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 62
  • Elementary School: Central Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Chippewa Middle School
  • High School District: 207
  • High School: Maine West High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 62
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s), Heated
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage, Space/s
  • Parking On Site: true
  • Parking Ownership: Owned
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Some Carpeting
  • Num Of Rooms: 9
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Attic: Full,Unfinished
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 4
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Basement Description: Unfinished, Storage Space
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Room Type: Heated Sun Room
  • Num of Baths: 1.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 3 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony, Deck, Patio, Brick Paver Patio, Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 129X156
  • Other Structures: Outdoor Kitchen, Shed(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar, Fiber Cement
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: Flood Zone
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, FHA, VA
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2024-07-22T22:37:06
  • Photos Count: 41
  • OpenHouse Count: 2
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 14X13
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 14X10
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 16X14
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 15X12
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 20X18
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 8X10
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 15X17
Heated Sun Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Heated Sun Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 25X10

Property History for 1211 South Des Plaines River Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 16, 2024

Sold

MRED #12040908

$505,501
Jul 24, 2024

Pending

MRED #12040908

Jul 24, 2024

Contingent

MRED #12040908

Jul 18, 2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #12040908

$499,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/16/2024

Sold

MRED #12040908

$505,501
07/24/2024

Pending

MRED #12040908

07/24/2024

Contingent

MRED #12040908

07/18/2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #12040908

$499,900

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Schools near 1211 South Des Plaines River Road

This home is within Community Consolidated School District 62.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Central Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Chippewa Middle School
Public6 to 8

Maine West High School
Public9 to 12

Iroquois Community School
PublicK to 8

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