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.
Contingent
$369,777
1220 S River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60018
3beds
1,600sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1922
10,454 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$231/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 38 days |
- 193 |
- 3 |
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Joseph Marella 312-216-2422,
Keller Williams ONEChicago,
Jean Marella 847-224-9636,
Keller Williams ONEChicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12638160
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Storage, Enclosed Porch, Other Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X9
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Bonus room
- Level: Second
- Area: 621 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27X23
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Enclosed porch
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X8
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Walk-in), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 276 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X12
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Second
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X10
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Second
- Area: 621 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 27X23
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 1104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 48X23
Heating
- Steam, Radiator(s)
Cooling
- Window Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Unfinished,Storage Space,Full
- Attic: Dormer,Finished
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,600 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Tandem, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Screened
Lot
- Size: 10,454 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 199x54
Details
- Parcel number: 09213000400000
- Special conditions: Home Warranty
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1922
Details
- Warranty included: Yes
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Des Plaines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $231/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $320,000
- Annual tax amount: $8,627
- Date on market: 5/13/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 1/12/2019 | Listing removed | $260,000$163/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Park Ridge #10167300 Report a problem | ||
| 1/8/2019 | Listed for sale | $260,000$163/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Park Ridge #10167300 Report a problem | ||
| 12/11/2018 | Pending sale | $260,000$163/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Park Ridge #10167300 Report a problem | ||
| 11/17/2018 | Price change | $260,000-5.5%$163/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Park Ridge #10167300 Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2018 | Listed for sale | $275,000+257.1%$172/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage #10112901 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/1985 | Sold | $77,000$48/sqft |
Source: Agent Provided Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $32,000 |
| 2023 | $8,437 +2.5% | $32,000 |
| 2022 | $8,234 +27.8% | $32,000 +52.6% |
| 2021 | $6,444 +1.7% | $20,965 |
| 2020 | $6,336 +147.6% | $20,965 -10% |
| 2019 | $2,559 -10.2% | $23,295 +8.6% |
| 2018 | $2,848 +3.6% | $21,454 |
| 2017 | $2,749 -17.8% | $21,454 |
| 2016 | $3,343 -12.5% | $21,454 +22.8% |
| 2015 | $3,821 -1.2% | $17,466 |
| 2014 | $3,866 +5.7% | $17,466 |
| 2013 | $3,656 +20.8% | $17,466 -28.6% |
| 2012 | $3,027 +4.7% | $24,463 |
| 2011 | $2,890 +12.5% | $24,463 |
| 2010 | $2,568 +9.1% | $24,463 -7.4% |
| 2009 | $2,354 +3.6% | $26,407 -12% |
| 2008 | $2,273 -4.8% | $30,008 -11.3% |
| 2007 | $2,389 -10.6% | $33,815 +42.8% |
| 2006 | $2,672 -13.2% | $23,681 |
| 2005 | $3,079 +14.8% | $23,681 |
| 2004 | $2,682 -4.7% | $23,681 +27.4% |
| 2003 | $2,814 +3% | $18,589 |
| 2002 | $2,732 +9.7% | $18,589 |
| 2001 | $2,491 +1.4% | $18,589 +16.9% |
| 2000 | $2,457 | $15,899 |
| 1999 | $2,457 | $15,899 |
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Climate risks
Neighborhood: 60018
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Central Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 8/10Iroquois Community SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 9/10Maine West High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.5 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Central Elementary School
- Middle: Chippewa Middle School
- High: Maine West High School
- District: 62
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Illinois
- Cook County
- Des Plaines
- 60018
- 1220 S River Rd




