609 Forest Edge Lane — Des Plaines, IL 60016
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▼ $76,000
Des Plaines, IL 60016

609 Forest Edge Lane

$699,000
3 beds · 3 baths · 2,500 sqft
$76,000 below original 63 days on market $15,418/yr taxes
01About this home

** MOTIVATED SELLER of an inherited family property ** 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. Please see ADDITIONAL INFORMATION to answer floodplain questions.

02Inside the home
03By the numbers
$699,000
List price
2,500
Square feet
3
Bedrooms
2 full / 1 half
Bathrooms
1958
Year built
1.88 ac
Lot size
3
Garage spaces
$15,418
Annual taxes
Ranch
Style
63
Days on market
04Features
Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central AirWindow Unit(s)
Parking
AsphaltSide DrivewayOtherGarage Door OpenerGarage OwnedDetachedGarage
Construction
StuccoBrick Veneer
Equipment
Water Heater-Gas
Sewer
Septic Tank
05Neighborhood
This home EElementary schoolMMiddle schoolHHigh school
E Elementary school
North Elementary School
Des Plaines, IL
📍23 mi🚗59 min
M Middle school
Chippewa Middle School
Des Plaines, IL
📍2.2 mi🚗6 min🚶52 min
H High school
Maine East High School
Des Plaines, IL
📍0.7 mi🚗2 min🚶18 min
06History

Every event we have for this address, straight from the MLS.

May 5, 2026
Price reducedThis listing
Baird & Warner
$699,000
−$76,000
May 5, 2026
Listed for sale
Baird & Warner · 26 days on market
$699,000
Apr 11, 2026
Listed for sale
Baird & Warner
$775,000
Apr 11, 2026
Listed for saleThis listing
Baird & Warner
$775,000
Sourced from MRED. Older events appear here as our history backfill completes.
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Listed by Baird & Warner · Karla Koziura · 847-372-8119
MLS data provided through MLS GRID · MRED MLS · MLS# MRD12584516
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