Lovely 2 story, 2156 square foot home, in the very desirable Cumberland subdivision. The first floor features an open floor plan with comfortable rooms and a family room addition. From the dining room's sliding doors, you can access the stunning paver patio in the beautifully landscaped and private backyard. The updated kitchen, complete with a cozy eating area, provides a picturesque view of this serene outdoor space. The focal point of the living room is a wood burning fireplace with a bookcase surround. The finished basement has a bar, a second fireplace and is a great space for entertaining. The second floor has three spacious bedrooms and easily accessable attic storage space. Walking distance to the Cumberland Metra station, Chippewa Middle School, multiple parks. The perennial plantings in the yard of this home are truly stunning during the summer. This is a must-see property.
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$515,000
173 Cornell Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
3beds
2,156sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1947
0.25 Acres Lot
$613,700 Zestimate®
$239/sqft
$3,888 Estimated rent
Home value
$613,700
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Second fireplaceThree spacious bedroomsCozy eating areaOpen floor planFamily room additionUpdated kitchenGreat space for entertaining
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Listed by:
Irene Dominelli (847)679-6680,
RMC Realty Inc.
Bought with:
John A Campobasso
Keller Williams Thrive
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12513821
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 1
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Eating Area, Recreation Room, Bonus Room, Utility Room-Lower Level
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X18
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 228 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X19
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X15
Bar entertainment
- Level: Basement
- Area: 78 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X13
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Eating area
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 187 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X17
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X12
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 18 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 3X6
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X21
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 500 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X25
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 56 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X8
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Laundry: Main Level, Laundry Closet
Features
- Dry Bar
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Basement: Finished,Partial
- Attic: Dormer,Unfinished
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room, Basement
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,156 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Dimensions: 82 X 132
- Features: Landscaped
Details
- Parcel number: 09074080520000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1947
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer, Storm Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, 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: $239/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $440,010
- Annual tax amount: $11,862
- Date on market: 1/16/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/16/2026 | Sold | $515,000-1.7%$239/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12513821 Report a problem | ||
| 3/12/2026 | Pending sale | $524,000$243/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12513821 Report a problem | ||
| 1/18/2026 | Contingent | $524,000$243/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12513821 Report a problem | ||
| 1/16/2026 | Listed for sale | $524,000+33.3%$243/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12513821 Report a problem | ||
| 1/26/2021 | Sold | $393,000-1.7%$182/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10892078 Report a problem | ||
| 1/6/2021 | Contingent | $399,900$185/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10892078 Report a problem | ||
| 12/12/2020 | Pending sale | $399,900$185/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Langos & Christian #10892078 Report a problem | ||
| 12/12/2020 | Contingent | $399,900$185/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10892078 Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2020 | Price change | $399,900-4.8%$185/sqft |
Source: Century 21 Langos & Christian #10892078 Report a problem | ||
| 10/5/2020 | Listed for sale | $419,900$195/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $11,863 +2.3% | $44,001 +0% |
| 2023 | $11,601 +2.5% | $43,999 |
| 2022 | $11,322 +41% | $43,999 +37% |
| 2021 | $8,031 +0.1% | $32,121 |
| 2020 | $8,019 -0.4% | $32,121 -11% |
| 2019 | $8,052 -10.1% | $36,092 -0.1% |
| 2018 | $8,954 +1.4% | $36,123 |
| 2017 | $8,827 -0.2% | $36,123 |
| 2016 | $8,848 +10.2% | $36,123 +23.8% |
| 2015 | $8,027 +1.9% | $29,176 |
| 2014 | $7,874 +2.8% | $29,176 |
| 2013 | $7,661 -3% | $29,176 -13.8% |
| 2012 | $7,895 +3.2% | $33,847 |
| 2011 | $7,649 +0.7% | $33,847 |
| 2010 | $7,597 +0.3% | $33,847 -15.5% |
| 2009 | $7,577 +10.2% | $40,052 -12% |
| 2008 | $6,875 +10.5% | $45,514 |
| 2007 | $6,221 -4.4% | $45,514 +22.5% |
| 2006 | $6,504 +10.3% | $37,151 |
| 2005 | $5,898 +4.8% | $37,151 |
| 2004 | $5,626 +4.7% | $37,151 +16.5% |
| 2003 | $5,374 +3% | $31,895 |
| 2002 | $5,216 +19.5% | $31,895 |
| 2001 | $4,366 +1.4% | $31,895 +21.1% |
| 2000 | $4,304 +2.7% | $26,341 |
| 1999 | $4,190 | $26,341 |
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Neighborhood: 60016
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Cumberland Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.4 mi
- 7/10Chippewa Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.3 mi
- 9/10Maine West High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 2.4 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cumberland 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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