$415,000

beds

baths

1,297

square ft

488 Cornell Avenue

Des Plaines, Illinois 60016

Closed / MLS #12549115 / Single Family / Des Plaines

Listing information updated 2/10/2026 at 6:03am

Incredible location alert! Just a few blocks from the Metra and nestled in one of the most vibrant, walkable neighborhoods around, this 3bedroom charmer is bursting with personality. Step inside to find gleaming hardwood floors and a warm, inviting layout that suits both everyday living and entertaining. The finished basement adds a huge bonus - perfect for movie nights, a home gym, hobby space, or all of the above. You'll also appreciate the full bath and abundant storage. And yes...the pingpong table stays! Major mechanicals are already taken care of with a newer furnace and AC (2021). Families will love the highly rated schools: Cumberland Elementary, Chippewa Middle, and Maine West High. Come experience it in person. Your next home is waiting!

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Ranch

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Humidifier

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

71-80 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,297

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Internal Features:

1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath

Room Information

Living Room:

19x12 - Main

Dining Room:

10x10 - Main

Kitchen:

12x11 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

14x11 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

10x13 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

11x10 - Main

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Recreation Room:

17x23 - Basement Level

Storage:

5x23 - Basement Level

Exercise Room:

19x24 - Basement Level

Laundry:

8x16 - Basement Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$7,028

Tax Year:

2024

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:

Brick

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Cooktop, Humidifier

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

71-80 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,297

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Internal Features:

1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath

Living Room:

19x12 - Main

Dining Room:

10x10 - Main

Kitchen:

12x11 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

14x11 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

10x13 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

11x10 - Main

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Recreation Room:

17x23 - Basement Level

Storage:

5x23 - Basement Level

Exercise Room:

19x24 - Basement Level

Laundry:

8x16 - Basement Level

Tax Amount:

$7,028

Tax Year:

2024

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: RE/MAX Suburban

Listing Office Phone: 847.259.0202

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