1069 S River Rd Des Plaines, IL 60016

WOW! Enjoy this backyard any season with the River, forest preserve and all it' wildlife. This home boasts an open floor plan with lots of natural light, wood moldings solid oak doors, even a large oak pocket door. There's a large front porch to enjoy any day with French doors to gain seasonal additional square footage and enjoy the cool summertime breezes. You'll enjoy entertaining your guests in the living, dining, kitchen and sitting rooms on the first floor or Cuddle up by the fireplace, enjoy the ambiance and the company of a good book. The kitchen has been updated and features, granite countertops, an island with a breakfast bar, a Samsung slide-in gas stainless steel oven/range, a beautiful built-in display case, stained maple hardwood floors, and an eat-in table space. And all of this has picturesque views of the river and lush forest preserve green space. Upstairs, there is a good-sized master bedroom with his and her closets and two tandem bedrooms. Washer and Dryer are on the first floor - no need to go into a basement to wash your clothes and updated overhead sewers complement this home too. There are custom built-in features and period light fixtures that complement the warmth and the feeling of being at home here. The home sits on almost 1/3 of an acre and is perfect for gardening, entertaining or playing in the outdoors on a warm spring day. The views of the river in the summer are spectacular from your patio. Watch or take part in canoeing or kayaking the river, watch the wildlife frolic or try your hand at fishing from your very own shoreline. Walking distance to downtown Des Plaines, the METRA train for easy access to Chicago, the PACE bus stop, the county's forest preserve walking, jogging & bicycling paths and a short drive to the Blue Line CTA stop and O'Hare International Airport. If only the walls could talk in this Beautifully taken care of and preserved historic Des Plaines homes! Check out the details and craftsmanship here and Be the NEW owner of this fine historic home! Virtual Tour Available. Please ask for it.