1220 S River Road, Des Plaines, IL 60018

Des Plaines
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1220 S River Road,Des Plaines, IL 60018
$369,777
  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • 1,600 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: joseph marella, jean marella
Office: keller williams onechicago
MLS#:12638160
Source:MLSNI

Price summary

  • Price:$369,777
  • Price per sq. ft.:$231.11

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....

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Home facts

  • Year built:1922
  • Listing ID #:12638160
  • Updated:May 13, 2026 at 01:51 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:3
  • Total bathrooms:1
  • Full bathrooms:1
  • Rooms Total:7
  • Dining Description:Separate Dining Room
  • Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator
  • Basement:Yes
  • Basement Description:Full, Unfinished
  • Living area:1,600 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Window Unit(s)
  • Heating:Radiator(s), Steam

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Asphalt
  • Year built:1922
  • Building area:1,600 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.24 Acres
  • Architectural Style:Bungalow
  • Foundation Description:Concrete Perimeter
  • Levels:2 Story

Schools

  • High school:Maine West High School
  • Middle school:Chippewa Middle School
  • Elementary school:Central Elementary School

Utilities

  • Water:Lake Michigan
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$369,777
  • Price per sq. ft.:$231.11
  • Tax amount:$8,627 (2024)

Features and amenities

  • Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
  • Amenities:CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:2
  • Parking description:Attached Garage, Concrete, Garage, Tandem
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:2
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