1220 S River Rd Des Plaines, IL 60018
Estimated payment $2,722/month
Highlights
- Wood Flooring
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Central Elementary School Rated A-
- Bonus Room
- Formal Dining Room
About This Home
Charming, classic, historic character and endless potential come together in this brick bungalow home. Built in 1922, this property welcomes you with a spacious front porch perfect for relaxing and enjoying the beauty of the 200+ year old oak tree that anchors the front yard. Inside, you'll find original hardwood floors, a large sun-filled living room, separate formal dining room, and a generously sized kitchen that functions well today while offering exciting possibilities for future updates. The walk-in pantry is full of charm and ready for your creative vision. The main level features 2 bedrooms and a full bathroom, while the the second floor includes an additional bedroom, abundant storage space, and an unfinished rear section ready for expansion ideas, studio space, home office potential, or additional living area. Enjoy the weather from the enclosed and screened back porch overlooking the large backyard-ideal for gardening, entertaining, or simply enjoying the outdoors. Improvements include: Furnace 2008, Water heater 2008, driveway 2012, washer dryer 2013, roof 2016. Plus, FEMA installed directed check valve system 2013. This is a rare opportunity to own a home filled with timeless character, architectural charm, and room to make it truly your own in a convenient Des Plaines location. Near most everything including nature, transportation, shopping, entertainment, restaurants and award winning schools. Don't wait or you will be too late. See it and make this your home today.
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,627
Year Built
- Built in 1922
Lot Details
- 10,454 Sq Ft Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 199x54
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
Parking
- 2 Car Attached Garage
- Parking Available
- Tandem Parking
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Bungalow
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 1,600 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Ceiling Fan
- Window Screens
- Family Room
- Living Room
- Formal Dining Room
- Bonus Room
- Lower Floor Utility Room
- Storage Room
- Wood Flooring
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 1 Full Bathroom
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Basement Storage
Outdoor Features
- Enclosed Patio or Porch
Schools
- Central Elementary School
- Chippewa Middle School
- Maine West High School
Utilities
- Window Unit Cooling System
- Radiator
- Heating System Uses Steam
- Lake Michigan Water
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| Year | Tax Paid | Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. | Land | Improvement |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,437 | $39,001 | $9,851 | $29,150 |
| 2024 | $8,437 | $32,000 | $8,756 | $23,244 |
| 2023 | $8,234 | $32,000 | $8,756 | $23,244 |
| 2022 | $8,234 | $32,000 | $8,756 | $23,244 |
| 2021 | $6,444 | $20,965 | $7,114 | $13,851 |
| 2020 | $6,336 | $20,965 | $7,114 | $13,851 |
| 2019 | $2,559 | $23,295 | $7,114 | $16,181 |
| 2018 | $2,848 | $21,454 | $6,293 | $15,161 |
| 2017 | $2,749 | $21,454 | $6,293 | $15,161 |
| 2016 | $3,343 | $21,454 | $6,293 | $15,161 |
| 2015 | $3,821 | $17,466 | $5,472 | $11,994 |
| 2014 | $3,866 | $17,466 | $5,472 | $11,994 |
| 2013 | $3,656 | $17,466 | $5,472 | $11,994 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/15/2026 05/15/26 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 05/13/2026 05/13/26 | For Sale | $369,777 | -- | $231 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12638160
APN: 09-21-300-040-0000
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