$450,000

beds

baths

1,211

square ft

1683 Van Buren Avenue

Des Plaines, Illinois 60018

Closed / MLS #12364943 / Single Family / Des Plaines

Listing information updated 6/16/2025 at 1:03pm

This beautiful bungalow nestled in the heart of Des Plaines features a total of 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths and a full finished basement. Vinyl siding, Roof, Furnace and Central A/C (all replaced in 2019). First floor offers an enclosed entryway porch, Living room with wood burning fireplace and gas starter, Hardwood floors, separate dining room, kitchen with eating area, walk in pantry, bay window and newer oversized deck (2024) for entertaining. The second floor primary bedroom en suite offers a spacious and private retreat, featuring a generously sized sleeping area and full bath. An adjacent bonus room provides endless possibilities- it could serve as a luxurious walk in closet with a dedicated dressing area, creating a boutique-like experience for organizing clothing, shoes and accessories. With its versatility, this could be customized to suit your needs, adding both convenience and elegance to your primary suite. Enjoy the ultimate convenience and peace of mind with a Generac whole house natural gas generator, ensuring you never have to worry about losing power- no matter the weather or unexpected outages. The full finished basement features a family room, bedroom, full bath, office, kitchen area and large storage closet providing perfect in-law arrangement or additional living space for extended family or guests. Generous backyard is fenced with a storage shed and 2 car detached garage; vinyl siding and roof (2019). New Tiles around the entire perimeter of the basement installed by Perma Seal in 2008. Great location, top rated schools, parks, expressways and shopping. Walk one block to Cherokee Park and just 10 blocks to the downtown Des Plaines area and Metra Train. No Flood Insurance Required! FEMA Certificate provided.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Bungalow

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Beds Below Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Cooktop, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

91-100 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Asphalt,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,211

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Internal Features:

1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk, Separate Dining Room, Pantry

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

13x15 - Main

Dining Room:

14x12 - Main

Kitchen:

13x13 - Main

Family Room:

12x15 - Basement

Primary Bedroom:

13x11 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

11x11 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

11x10 - Main

4th Bedroom:

10x12 - Basement

Kitchen- 2nd:

14x14 - Basement Level

Bonus Room:

11x12 - Second Level

Enclosed Porch:

11x5 - Main Level

Office:

11x12 - Basement Level

Utility Room-Lower Level:

5x9 - Basement Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$6,599

Tax Year:

2023

Location

Zip Code:

60018

City:

Des Plaines

County:

Cook

Schools

School District(s):

62, 207

Elementary School:

Central Elementary School

Middle School:

Chippewa Middle School

High School:

Maine West High School

Architecture Style:

Bungalow

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Beds Below Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Cooktop, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

91-100 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Asphalt,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,211

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Internal Features:

1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk, Separate Dining Room, Pantry

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Living Room:

13x15 - Main

Dining Room:

14x12 - Main

Kitchen:

13x13 - Main

Family Room:

12x15 - Basement

Primary Bedroom:

13x11 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

11x11 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

11x10 - Main

4th Bedroom:

10x12 - Basement

Kitchen- 2nd:

14x14 - Basement Level

Bonus Room:

11x12 - Second Level

Enclosed Porch:

11x5 - Main Level

Office:

11x12 - Basement Level

Utility Room-Lower Level:

5x9 - Basement Level

Tax Amount:

$6,599

Tax Year:

2023

Zip Code:

60018

City:

Des Plaines

County:

Cook

School District(s):

62, 207

Elementary School:

Central Elementary School

Middle School:

Chippewa Middle School

High School:

Maine West High School

Listing Office: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate

Listing Office Phone: 847.255.3900

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