$536,000

beds

baths

half bath

4,380

square ft

787 E Golf Road

Des Plaines, Illinois 60016

New / MLS #12551360 / Single Family / Des Plaines

Listing information updated 2/14/2026 at 8:23am

Now available, a rare opportunity to acquire a truly distinctive estate home, ready for your remodel and updates. Encompassing over 4,300 square feet, this home captivates with its unique character throughout. Solid construction, this brick house offers exceptional potential and value.The expansive first-floor kitchen includes an eating area, original custom built-ins, a large picture window, and a fireplace, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The living and dining rooms are bright and sunny. All rooms are large. And many have custom built-in seating areas, custom shelving built-ins and many of the rooms have hardwood floors. The huge second floor provides an additional 2 bedrooms and substantial living spaces including a comfortable sitting room with its own fireplace, offering a quiet retreat. You will be amazed at all the storage areas. Outdoors, the large backyard and patio provide a peaceful setting perfect for entertaining or relaxing. Oversized heated 2 1/2 car garage. With one-of-a-kind architectural details, this home presents a remarkable opportunity. Zoned heating. (Home sits on 3 lots) Property is in great shape. Being sold AS IS.

Full Features

Exterior Type:

Brick,Cedar

Basement:

None

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Steam

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Electric Cooktop

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

Unknown

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Heated Garage,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

2.1

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

4,380

Lot Size:

.25-.49 Acre

Internal Features:

Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Paneling

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

20x13 - Main

Dining Room:

15x10 - Main

Kitchen:

28x10 - Main

Family Room:

20x9 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

14x11 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

14x11 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

20x15 - Second

4th Bedroom:

18x15 - Second

Play Room:

11x15 - Second Level

Great Room:

22x18 - Second Level

Mud Room:

12x8 - Main Level

Laundry:

13x7 - Main Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$15,089

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

Exterior Type:

Brick,Cedar

Basement:

None

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Steam

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Electric Cooktop

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

Unknown

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Heated Garage,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

2.1

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

4,380

Lot Size:

.25-.49 Acre

Internal Features:

Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Paneling

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Living Room:

20x13 - Main

Dining Room:

15x10 - Main

Kitchen:

28x10 - Main

Family Room:

20x9 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

14x11 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

14x11 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

20x15 - Second

4th Bedroom:

18x15 - Second

Play Room:

11x15 - Second Level

Great Room:

22x18 - Second Level

Mud Room:

12x8 - Main Level

Laundry:

13x7 - Main Level

Tax Amount:

$15,089

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: Baird & Warner

Listing Office Phone: 847.381.1855

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