$505,000

beds

baths

1,850

square ft

1241 Fargo Avenue

Des Plaines, Illinois 60018

Closed / MLS #12743940 / Single Family / Des Plaines

Listing information updated 10/16/2026 at 4:23pm

Welcome to this beautifully updated 3bedroom, 2bath split-level home, thoughtfully improved with modern finishes, European-inspired details, and numerous upgrades for added comfort and peace of mind. Step inside through the stylish European-style front door (2026) to a bright and inviting main level (2024) featuring beautiful hardwood floors and an open-concept layout perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The custom-remodeled kitchen (2024) offers stainless steel appliances, modern cabinetry, generous counter space, a reverse-osmosis water filtration system with connection to fridge, and flows seamlessly into the dining and living room areas. An electric fireplace adds warmth and ambiance, while modern blinds throughout complement the home's clean, contemporary style. From the kitchen, step directly into the spacious outdoor area-perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying summer gatherings. Upstairs, you'll find three comfortable bedrooms and a beautifully remodeled European-style full bathroom (2024) with sleek, contemporary finishes. The lower level offers additional living space with a spacious recreation/family room, a second full bathroom, and a generously sized laundry area with convenient access to the attached heated garage. A dry crawl space provides valuable additional storage. Major improvements include triple-pane windows (2026), a (2024) roof and gutters with downspouts, and a garage door (2024). The home is also equipped with an ADT alarm system, an exterior flood-control system for added peace of mind, and upgraded electrical capacity for connection to a manual backup generator. And the location is hard to beat! Just steps from beautiful Lake Opeka, enjoy scenic walking paths, playgrounds, golf, volleyball, sailing and boating activities, and nearby dining-all practically in your backyard. Move-in ready and extensively updated, this home offers the perfect combination of modern comfort, thoughtful improvements, functional living space, and an incredible location. Come see it and fall in love.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Split Level

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Finished,Crawl Space,Rec/Family Area,Daylight,Partial

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Water Purifier Owned, Water Purifier Rented, Gas Oven

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

51-60 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Heated Garage,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Off Street,Driveway,Owned,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,850

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Internal Features:

Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Open Floorplan, Separate Dining Room, Quartz Counters

External Features:

Lighting

Room Information

Living Room:

24x12 - Main

Dining Room:

9x10 - Main

Kitchen:

10x11 - Main

Family Room:

17x16 - Lower

Primary Bedroom:

14x10 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

11x11 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

11x9 - Second

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Laundry:

14x11 - Lower Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$7,755

Tax Year:

2025

Location

Zip Code:

60018

City:

Des Plaines

County:

Cook

Schools

School District(s):

62, 207

Elementary School:

Plainfield Elementary School

Middle School:

Iroquois Community School

High School:

Maine West High School

Architecture Style:

Split Level

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Finished,Crawl Space,Rec/Family Area,Daylight,Partial

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Water Purifier Owned, Water Purifier Rented, Gas Oven

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

51-60 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Heated Garage,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Off Street,Driveway,Owned,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,850

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Internal Features:

Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Open Floorplan, Separate Dining Room, Quartz Counters

External Features:

Lighting

Living Room:

24x12 - Main

Dining Room:

9x10 - Main

Kitchen:

10x11 - Main

Family Room:

17x16 - Lower

Primary Bedroom:

14x10 - Second Level

2nd Bedroom:

11x11 - Second

3rd Bedroom:

11x9 - Second

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Laundry:

14x11 - Lower Level

Tax Amount:

$7,755

Tax Year:

2025

Zip Code:

60018

City:

Des Plaines

County:

Cook

School District(s):

62, 207

Elementary School:

Plainfield Elementary School

Middle School:

Iroquois Community School

High School:

Maine West High School

Listing Office: HomeSmart Connect LLC

Listing Office Phone: 847.495.5000

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