$699,900

beds

baths

3,740

square ft

75 N 2nd Avenue

Des Plaines, Illinois 60016

New / MLS #12694203 / Single Family / Des Plaines

Listing information updated 8/15/2026 at 9:23am

TRUE ONE-OF-A-KIND HOME WITH OVER 3,500 SQ FT OF LIVING SPACE! Homes like this rarely become available. Lovingly maintained by the same owners for over 25 years, this exceptional property offers 5 bedrooms, including a convenient first-floor bedroom and full bathroom, making it ideal for guests, multigenerational living, or a private home office. The unique floor plan also features 3 full bathrooms (plumbing for 4th in 2nd floor bedroom), two dedicated home offices, multiple living spaces, and a finished basement complete with a second kitchen, providing incredible flexibility for today's lifestyle. Uniquely located on its own private street, you'll enjoy a rare combination of privacy and convenience just minutes from downtown Des Plaines, O'Hare Airport, Metra, parks, shopping, restaurants, and major expressways. Major mechanicals, kitchen, and bathrooms have already been updated, offering peace of mind while allowing the next owner to add their own personal style. If you've been searching for space, character, and possibilities you simply won't find in today's cookie-cutter homes, this is the one. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own one of Des Plaines' most unique homes!

Full Features

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Finished,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space,Full,Daylight

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

71-80 Years

Parking Type:

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

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

3,740

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.18

Internal Features:

1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Dining Combo, Granite Counters, Pantry

External Features:

Balcony, Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

25x16 - Main

Dining Room:

13x13 - Main

Kitchen:

13x14 - Main

Family Room:

18x14 - Lower

Primary Bedroom:

18x10 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

14x12 - Lower

3rd Bedroom:

19x13 - Second

4th Bedroom:

16x12 - Second

Bedroom 5:

12x12 - Second Level

Sun Room:

7x12 - Main Level

Recreation Room:

28x17 - Basement Level

Kitchen- 2nd:

15x10 - Basement Level

Office:

12x10 - Basement Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$5,717

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

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Finished,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space,Full,Daylight

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

71-80 Years

Parking Type:

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

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

3,740

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Acreage:

0.18

Internal Features:

1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Dining Combo, Granite Counters, Pantry

External Features:

Balcony, Patio/Porch

Living Room:

25x16 - Main

Dining Room:

13x13 - Main

Kitchen:

13x14 - Main

Family Room:

18x14 - Lower

Primary Bedroom:

18x10 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

14x12 - Lower

3rd Bedroom:

19x13 - Second

4th Bedroom:

16x12 - Second

Bedroom 5:

12x12 - Second Level

Sun Room:

7x12 - Main Level

Recreation Room:

28x17 - Basement Level

Kitchen- 2nd:

15x10 - Basement Level

Office:

12x10 - Basement Level

Tax Amount:

$5,717

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: HomeSmart Connect LLC

Listing Office Phone: 847.495.5000

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