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1220 River Road

Des Plaines, IL 60018
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$369,777
3beds
1bath
1,600sqft
0.24acres
Anything from "is it priced right?" to "what's the catch?"

About this home

Charming, classic, historic character and endless potential come together in this brick bungalow home. Built in 1922, this property welcomes you with a spacious front porch perfect for relaxing and enjoying the beauty of the 200+ year old oak tree that anchors the front yard. Inside, you'll find original hardwood floors, a large sun-filled living room, separate formal dining room, and a generously sized kitchen that functions well today while offering exciting possibilities for future updates. The walk-in pantry is full of charm and ready for your creative vision. The main level features 2 bedrooms and a full bathroom, while the the second floor includes an additional bedroom, abundant storage space, and an unfinished rear section ready for expansion ideas, studio space, home office potential, or additional living area. Enjoy the weather from the enclosed and screened back porch overlooking the large backyard-ideal for gardening, entertaining, or simply enjoying the outdoors. Improvements include: Furnace 2008, Water heater 2008, driveway 2012, washer dryer 2013, roof 2016. Plus, FEMA installed directed check valve system 2013. This is a rare opportunity to own a home filled with timeless character, architectural charm, and room to make it truly your own in a convenient Des Plaines location. Near most everything including nature, transportation, shopping, entertainment, restaurants and award winning schools. Don't wait or you will be too late. See it and make this your home today.
MLS Description — as provided by the listing brokerage.

The facts

Property typeResidential
Year built1922
Age band100+ Years
Garage spaces2
Total parking2
Fireplaces0
Lot size0.24 acres
Lot dimensions199x54
AreaDes Plaines
Architectural styleBungalow
Bedrooms (total)3
Annual tax$8,627.08
First listedMay 13, 2026
Parcel #09213000400000
CountyCook
MLS #MRD12638160
Days on market1
Photos30

Schools

ElementaryCentral Elementary School
Middle / JuniorChippewa Middle School
High schoolMaine West High School

Features

Heating
SteamRadiator(s)
Cooling
Window Unit(s)
Appliances
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryer
Parking
ConcreteGarage Door OpenerTandemYesGarage OwnedAttachedGarage
Construction
Brick
Patio / porch
Screened
Other equipment
CO DetectorsCeiling Fan(s)
Sewer
Public Sewer
Listed by
Keller Williams ONEChicago
Joseph Marella

Listing courtesy of mred MLS as distributed by MLS GRID.

Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 5/13/2026, 1:02:03 PM. All data should be independently verified.

$369,777
3 bd · 1 ba · 1,600 sqft
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