IL
Cook
Des Plaines
60018
1220 S River Road
1220 S River Road, Des Plaines, IL 60018
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Listing Type
Single Family
Listing Status
Active
30
$369,777

Home Details for 1220 S River Road

Price
$369,777
Type
Residential
Bedrooms
3
Total Bathrooms
1
Full Bathrooms
1
Square feet
1600
Year built
1922
Lot size acres
0.24
County
Cook
Total rooms
7
Garage
2
Basement
Unfinished, Storage Space, Full
MLS Listing#
12638160
Property Description

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.

Property Features
  • Parking
    • Concrete
    • Garage Door Opener
    • Tandem
    • Attached
    • Garage
  • Basement
    • Unfinished
    • Storage Space
    • Full
  • Cooling Information
    • Ceiling Fan(s)
    • Window Unit(s)
  • Heating Information
    • Hot Water
    • Steam
  • Garage
    • 1
School Information
School Information for 1220 S River Road, Des Plaines, IL 60018
Elementary School
Central Elementary School
Middle School
Chippewa Middle School
High School
Maine West High School
Listing Courtesy: Keller Williams ONEChicago - 312-216-2422
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Last Updated: 2026-05-14 04:11:27
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