$421,000

beds

bath

half bath

1,444

square ft

222 Cornell Avenue

Des Plaines, Illinois 60016

Closed / MLS #12390684 / Single Family / Des Plaines

Listing information updated 8/17/2025 at 6:03am

Highly sought after location on the desirable Cornell block, only two blocks from the Metra and tucked into one of the most vibrant, walkable neighborhoods in town! This 2 bedroom home is packed with personality, updates, and room to grow. Step inside to find gleaming hardwood floors, a sun-drenched living room with a statement brick fireplace, and a dining space that's ready for your next gathering. The kitchen offers stainless steel appliances including a BRAND NEW stove (2025), an eat-in nook, and loads of prep and storage space! Off the back, discover a 4-seasons room bound in glass sliding doors that invites you to soak in the lush, landscaped views of your serene backyard oasis. Think stunning garden beds, gorgeous brick patio, built-in gas grill, and dreamy evening lighting. Find two generously sized bedrooms and a well-appointed hall bath. The finished basement provides major added space-perfect for movie nights, a home gym, or hobby space-plus a convenient half bath and storage galore! Attached extra-large 1-car garage. Additional highlights include NEW roof (2024), newer windows (2014), furnace + AC (2014). Top-rated schools: Cumberland Elementary, Chippewa Middle, and Maine West High. This one is a gem complete with your own garden, walkability to town-and it's ready for its next story. Come see it for yourself! Welcome home!

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Ranch

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding,Brick

Basement:

Partially Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air, Gas

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Appliances:

Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Cooktop, Humidifier

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

71-80 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

1.1

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,444

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Room Information

Living Room:

18x16 - Main

Dining Room:

14x7 - Main

Kitchen:

15x11 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

14x12 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

11x12 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

N/A

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Sun Room:

14x11 - Main Level

Recreation Room:

18x19 - Basement Level

Storage:

30x23 - Basement Level

Laundry:

N/A Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$7,127

Tax Year:

2023

Location

Zip Code:

60016

City:

Des Plaines

County:

Cook

Schools

School District(s):

62, 207

Elementary School:

Cumberland Elementary School

Middle School:

Chippewa Middle School

High School:

Maine West High School

Architecture Style:

Ranch

Exterior Type:

Vinyl Siding,Brick

Basement:

Partially Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air, Gas

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Appliances:

Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Cooktop, Humidifier

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

71-80 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

1.1

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,444

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Living Room:

18x16 - Main

Dining Room:

14x7 - Main

Kitchen:

15x11 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

14x12 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

11x12 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

N/A

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Sun Room:

14x11 - Main Level

Recreation Room:

18x19 - Basement Level

Storage:

30x23 - Basement Level

Laundry:

N/A Level

Tax Amount:

$7,127

Tax Year:

2023

Zip Code:

60016

City:

Des Plaines

County:

Cook

School District(s):

62, 207

Elementary School:

Cumberland Elementary School

Middle School:

Chippewa Middle School

High School:

Maine West High School

Listing Office: @PROPERTIES

Listing Office Phone: 847.797.0200

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