$540,000

beds

baths

1,816

square ft

625 Arlington Avenue

Des Plaines, Illinois 60016

New / MLS #12589242 / Single Family / Des Plaines

Listing information updated 3/24/2026 at 3:43pm

Welcome to your dream home! This beautifully updated Prairie-style single-family home, built in 1919, offers 4 spacious bedrooms and 2 modern bathrooms. The charming living space features stunning hardwood floors, a coffered ceiling, and great original built-ins that blend timeless character with modern style. The kitchen was remodeled about 16 years ago and includes a newer oven, perfect for culinary adventures. All bedrooms are generously sized, providing ample space for rest and relaxation. One standout feature of this home is the fully finished basement, which includes a private entrance and a second kitchen. Nestled on a generous 164x74-foot lot, the home sits in a tree-lined neighborhood near Pottowami Park and within walking distance to downtown Des Plaines, the Metra train station, Willows Private School, and the local library. Comfort is ensured with a Space Pac AC system and a water heater replaced in December 2025. Lovingly maintained and available on the market for the first time since 1993, this home perfectly combines historic charm with modern updates. Don't miss the opportunity to make it yours!

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Prairie

Exterior Type:

Stucco

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Beds Below Grade:

Cooling System:

Small Duct High Velocity

Heating System:

Radiator(s)

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Parking Type:

Garage - Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,816

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Internal Features:

Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)

Room Information

Living Room:

26x12 - Main

Dining Room:

14x15 - Main

Kitchen:

13x11 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

16x14 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

12x12 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

10x13 - Second

4th Bedroom:

10x10 - Basement

Den:

12x8 - Main Level

Recreation Room:

12x15 - Basement Level

Kitchen- 2nd:

8x7 - Basement Level

Foyer:

4x5 - Main Level

Utility Room-Lower Level:

8x4 - Basement Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$7,627

Tax Year:

2023

Location

Zip Code:

60016

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:

Prairie

Exterior Type:

Stucco

Basement:

Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Beds Below Grade:

Cooling System:

Small Duct High Velocity

Heating System:

Radiator(s)

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

100+ Years

Parking Type:

Garage - Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Detached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,816

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Internal Features:

Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)

Living Room:

26x12 - Main

Dining Room:

14x15 - Main

Kitchen:

13x11 - Main

Family Room:

N/A

Primary Bedroom:

16x14 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

12x12 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

10x13 - Second

4th Bedroom:

10x10 - Basement

Den:

12x8 - Main Level

Recreation Room:

12x15 - Basement Level

Kitchen- 2nd:

8x7 - Basement Level

Foyer:

4x5 - Main Level

Utility Room-Lower Level:

8x4 - Basement Level

Tax Amount:

$7,627

Tax Year:

2023

Zip Code:

60016

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: Baird & Warner

Listing Office Phone: 847.491.1855

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