Charming two-story gem at 1601 Sherman Place in Des Plaines! Steeped in vintage character. This beautifully preserved home welcomes you with original hardwood floors flowing throughout the main level, a rare tin ceiling crowning the living room, and exquisite stained-glass windows that bathe the space in warm, colorful light. The cozy fireplace serves as the heart of the home-perfect for winter nights. This 1925 yellow brick custom-built home features 3 bedrooms (one on the main level), 2 full bathrooms and a library, plus the expansive basement that offers tons of storage, recreation potential and overhead sewers. Set on an oversized lot with a detached garage, this classic Des Plaines beauty blends timeless classic details with move-in-ready modern touches. A rare find-full of soul and ready for its next chapter! All in hot Des Plaines with its excellent schools, proximity to O'Hare and access to 294. Property being sold "as-is".
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$340,000
1601 Sherman Pl, Des Plaines, IL 60016
3beds
2,000sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
7,000 Square Feet Lot
$346,500 Zestimate®
$170/sqft
$3,382 Estimated rent
Home value
$346,500
$312,000 - $385,000
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Detached garageOversized lot
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Listed by:
Tammy Sako 847-312-6031,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with:
Azhar Pirzada
Illinois Star, Ltd. REALTORS
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12531585
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Library, Den, Recreation Room, Workshop
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 112 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X8
Den
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Second
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Pantry-Closet), Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Library
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Some Stained Glass)
- Level: Main
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X13
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Recreation room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X7
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- None
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,000
- Total interior livable area: 2,000 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Yes, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 7,000 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 X 140
Details
- Parcel number: 09161030090000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Fuses
- Sewer: Overhead Sewers
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Des Plaines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $170/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $300,000
- Annual tax amount: $7,199
- Date on market: 12/15/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/20/2026 | Sold | $340,000-2.9%$170/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12531585 Report a problem | ||
| 2/16/2026 | Pending sale | $350,000$175/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12531585 Report a problem | ||
| 1/12/2026 | Contingent | $350,000$175/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12531585 Report a problem | ||
| 12/15/2025 | Listed for sale | $350,000+61.7%$175/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12531585 Report a problem | ||
| 2/26/2002 | Sold | $216,500$108/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $30,000 |
| 2023 | $7,036 +2.9% | $30,000 |
| 2022 | $6,839 +25.1% | $30,000 +42% |
| 2021 | $5,469 +0.4% | $21,123 |
| 2020 | $5,446 +1% | $21,123 -10% |
| 2019 | $5,393 -8% | $23,470 +1.9% |
| 2018 | $5,861 +1.5% | $23,032 |
| 2017 | $5,775 +1.2% | $23,032 |
| 2016 | $5,706 +12.3% | $23,032 +18.5% |
| 2015 | $5,082 +1.8% | $19,432 |
| 2014 | $4,991 +2.9% | $19,432 |
| 2013 | $4,849 -14.9% | $19,432 -22.7% |
| 2012 | $5,700 +2.6% | $25,131 |
| 2011 | $5,554 +8.6% | $25,131 |
| 2010 | $5,116 +2.6% | $25,131 -11.5% |
| 2009 | $4,987 +13.4% | $28,388 -12% |
| 2008 | $4,398 +16.7% | $32,258 |
| 2007 | $3,769 -3.3% | $32,258 +36.1% |
| 2006 | $3,898 +10.3% | $23,696 |
| 2005 | $3,535 +4.8% | $23,696 |
| 2004 | $3,372 +4.7% | $23,696 +19.4% |
| 2003 | $3,221 -6.4% | $19,849 |
| 2002 | $3,443 +39.8% | $19,849 |
| 2001 | $2,462 +1.3% | $19,849 +17.7% |
| 2000 | $2,431 +0% | $16,863 |
| 1999 | $2,431 | $16,863 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60016
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10North Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 7/10Chippewa Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.3 mi
- 9/10Maine West High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.2 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- 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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