Homes for sale - 222 Cornell Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016

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$ 385,000

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2 Beds

1.5 Baths

1,444 SqFt

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$ 385,000

Est. payment | -/mo

Save Virtual Tour

2 Beds

1.5 Baths

1,444 SqFt

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached Single

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 1,444 sqft

Price per Sqft $266

MLS Listing ID 12390684

Style Ranch

Bedrooms 2

Full Baths 1

Half Baths 1

Year Built 1953

Annual Tax Amount $7,127

Tax Year 2023

Lot Dimensions 60X142X60X142

Property Sub-Type Detached Single

Property Description

Highly sought after location on the desirable Cornell block, only two blocks from the Metra and tucked into one of the most vibrant, walkable neighborhoods in town! This 2 bedroom home is packed with personality, updates, and room to grow. Step inside to find gleaming hardwood floors, a sun-drenched living room with a statement brick fireplace, and a dining space that's ready for your next gathering. The kitchen offers stainless steel appliances including a BRAND NEW stove (2025), an eat-in nook, and loads of prep and storage space! Off the back, discover a 4-seasons room bound in glass sliding doors that invites you to soak in the lush, landscaped views of your serene backyard oasis. Think stunning garden beds, gorgeous brick patio, built-in gas grill, and dreamy evening lighting. Find two generously sized bedrooms and a well-appointed hall bath. The finished basement provides major added space-perfect for movie nights, a home gym, or hobby space-plus a convenient half bath and storage galore! Attached extra-large 1-car garage. Additional highlights include NEW roof (2024), newer windows (2014), furnace + AC (2014). Top-rated schools: Cumberland Elementary, Chippewa Middle, and Maine West High. This one is a gem complete with your own garden, walkability to town-and it's ready for its next story. Come see it for yourself! Welcome home!

Location

State IL

County Cook

Rooms

Basement Partially Finished, Full

Interior

Heating Natural Gas

Cooling Central Air, Gas

Fireplace N

Appliance Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Cooktop, Humidifier

Laundry Gas Dryer Hookup, Electric Dryer Hookup, Sink

Exterior

Garage Spaces 1.1

View Y/N true

Roof Type Asphalt

Building

Story 1 Story

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Lake Michigan, Public

Structure Type Vinyl Siding,Brick

New Construction false

Schools

Elementary Schools Cumberland Elementary School

Middle Schools Chippewa Middle School

High Schools Maine West High School

School District 62, 62, 207

Others

HOA Fee Include None

Ownership Fee Simple

Special Listing Condition None

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222 Cornell Avenue Des Plaines, IL 60016