$267,900

196 Grove Ave Unit B Des Plaines, IL 60016

Estimated payment $1,991/month

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,150 Sq Ft
$233 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • 1 Fireplace
  • Breakfast Room
  • Patio
  • Maine West High School Rated A-
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • 2-minute walk to Sesquicentenial Park

About This Home

Nestled in a serene pocket of Des Plaines, 196 Grove Ave B strikes the perfect balance between quiet suburban bliss and urban accessibility. The bright, open living and dining area features fresh neutral paint and plush carpeting, all centered around a floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace with custom built-in shelving. Sliding glass doors open directly to your private, covered patio. The eat-in kitchen includes generous cabinet and counter space, a breakfast nook, and a greenhouse-style garden window that adds light and character. The oversized primary bedroom features a walk-in closet and a private dressing vanity connected to the full bathroom, while down the hall, the second bedroom offers a similarly generous footprint. A dedicated laundry/utility room adds everyday convenience, and the home includes a secure attached one-car garage with direct access through the building's main corridor, alongside a private storage room. The location brings together quiet outdoor recreation and easy regional access. Nature is right outside your door with access to Sesquicentennial Park, Big Bend Lake, surrounding forest preserves, and the Des Plaines River Trail system, while downtown Des Plaines' dining, shopping, and community events are all just minutes away. I-294, I-90, and O'Hare Airport are all a short drive from home, and the downtown Metra station is an easy walk. This home combines single-floor living, plenty of natural light, garage parking, extra storage, and private outdoor space, all within easy reach of everything Des Plaines has to offer.

Listing Agent

Rachael Ivanovic

HomeSmart Connect LLC License #475168732 Listed on: 07/09/2026

HomeSmart Connect LLC

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $2,579

Year Built

  • Built in 1984

HOA Fees

  • $337 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available

Home Design

  • Entry on the 1st floor
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,150 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • 1 Fireplace
  • Sliding Doors
  • Family Room
  • Living Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry Room

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Schools

  • North Elementary School
  • Chippewa Middle School
  • Maine West High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include water, insurance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal
  • 4 Units
  • Karey Stiefer Association, Phone Number (847) 821-6068
  • Rivers Edge Subdivision
  • Property managed by Espire Property Management, LLC

Pet Policy

  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$2,579

Year Built

Built in 1984

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

HOA Fees

$337 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo
  • Ownership: Condo
  • EntryLevel: 1
  • HabitableResidenceYN: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo
  • Subdivision Name: Rivers Edge
  • Year Built: 1984
  • Age: 41-50 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Train,Interstate Access,Flood Zone
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: New
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: VirtualTour
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • LivingArea: 1150
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room, Other Room
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Square Footage Comments: Approximate; buyer to verify.
  • Total Sq Ft: 0

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Yes, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: In Unit, Laundry Closet
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Association Fee: 337
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: Espire Property Management, LLC
  • Management Contact Name: Karey Stiefer
  • Management Phone: 847-821-6068

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Water, Insurance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal

Schools

  • Elementary School: North Elementary School
  • High School: Maine West High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Chippewa Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: n/a

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 2579
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 4

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
07/09/2026 07/09/26 For Sale $267,900 -- $233 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12700992

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