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609 Forest Edge Lane
Des Plaines, IL 60016
$775,000
3beds
3baths
2,500sqft
1.88acres
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About this home
Live on a secluded, semi-private lane in a stunning wooded oasis that combines a country atmosphere with close proximity to the city. This unique gem is located in the vibrant community of Des Plaines, known for its parks, schools, and recreational areas. For the first time in over 40 years, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath custom contemporary ranch-style home is on the market. The open floor plan features a large living room with a fireplace, perfect for entertaining. The eat-in kitchen offers a corner window with lovely views, while the spacious second-floor loft, complete with skylights, is ideal for an office or playroom. Enjoy the tranquility of a screened-in porch along with a generous foyer/sitting area. The property boasts a sizable 3-car garage and parking for 6-8 additional vehicles. Surrounded by nature, this home provides easy access to the 294 expressway, O'Hare, and Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, the Des Plaines River Trail and Big Bend Lake. Nestled on a secluded private lane with just two other homes, the wooded area offers opportunities for equestrian use or the development of additional single-family homes or townhomes. This is an excellent opportunity for the next owner, with potential for land partitioning and development. A quick 4-minute drive takes you to downtown Des Plaines and the Metra train station, allowing for a 35-45 minute commute to the city. Choose between Maine East or Maine West for high school. The property is also available for sale as land, providing summer privacy and a winter wonderland.
MLS Description — as provided by the listing brokerage.
The facts
Property typeResidential
Year built1958
Garage spaces3
Fireplaces1
Lot size1.88 acres
Architectural styleRanch
Annual tax$15,418
CountyCook
MLS #MRD12584516
Days on market44
Schools
ElementaryNorth Elementary School
Middle / JuniorChippewa Middle School
High schoolMaine East High School
Features
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central AirWindow Unit(s)
Parking
AsphaltSide DrivewayOtherGarage Door OpenerYesGarage OwnedDetachedGarage
Construction
StuccoBrick Veneer
Lot features
Cul-De-SacForest Preserve AdjacentNature Preserve AdjacentIrregular LotWoodedMature TreesBacks to Trees/Woods
Sewer
Septic Tank
Listed by
Baird & Warner
Karla Koziura · 847-372-8119
Listing courtesy of mred MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 4/17/2026, 5:06:07 AM. All data should be independently verified.
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