Welcome to 1738 Morse Avenue, a charming home in Des Plaines, situated on nearly a quarter-acre lot-a true gem for outdoor enthusiasts! This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom residence offers 1,486 square feet of comfortable living space. At the heart of the home is the oversized kitchen, an entertainer's dream. Renovated in 2021, it features granite countertops, a custom-built table with matching granite, and stunning hardwood floors. It's the perfect space for hosting gatherings or enjoying meals with loved ones. Upstairs, you'll find 3 bedrooms and a fantastic loft area, offering endless possibilities as a home office, recreational space, or even a cozy reading nook. The expansive backyard is a gardener's paradise with so much room for outdoor fun. It boasts a custom-built playhouse with windows and indoor lighting, a trellis area, and a dedicated bonfire pit-ideal for summer nights under the stars. This outdoor sanctuary is perfect for entertaining or unwinding in your own private oasis. Don't miss the chance to own this well-maintained home, filled with charm and incredible outdoor amenities! (Home being conveyed as-is).
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$375,000
1738 Morse Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018
3beds
1,486sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
9,000 Square Feet Lot
$419,100 Zestimate®
$252/sqft
$3,244 Estimated rent
Home value
$419,100
$394,000 - $448,000
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Listed by:
David Schwabe 847-636-6747,
Compass,
Sarah Faraci-Gomez, CSC,
Compass
Bought with:
Alexander Landowski
Seed Realty LLC
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12117852
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 135 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X9
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X7
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 128 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X16
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X15
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 72 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X9
Family room
- Features: Window Treatments (Blinds)
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 552 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X24
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 10 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X2
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X18
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup
Features
- Basement: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,714
- Total interior livable area: 1,486 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Asphalt, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
Lot
- Size: 9,000 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50 X 180
Details
- Additional structures: Gazebo, Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 09331070340000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Wood Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1953
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Green energy
- Energy efficient items: Water Heater
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Des Plaines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $252/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $290,000
- Annual tax amount: $6,771
- Date on market: 9/11/2024
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/2/2024 | Sold | $375,000-2.6%$252/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12117852 Report a problem | ||
| 10/16/2024 | Contingent | $385,000$259/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12117852 Report a problem | ||
| 9/11/2024 | Listed for sale | $385,000+54%$259/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12117852 Report a problem | ||
| 7/6/2004 | Sold | $250,000+67.8%$168/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 4/29/1999 | Sold | $149,000$100/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,930 +2.3% | $29,000 |
| 2023 | $6,772 +2.9% | $29,000 |
| 2022 | $6,582 +38.2% | $29,000 +54.1% |
| 2021 | $4,763 +0.2% | $18,825 |
| 2020 | $4,751 -0.4% | $18,825 -11% |
| 2019 | $4,769 -12.7% | $21,152 -2.5% |
| 2018 | $5,464 +1.5% | $21,705 |
| 2017 | $5,385 +0.9% | $21,705 |
| 2016 | $5,337 +2.2% | $21,705 +9% |
| 2015 | $5,225 +34.6% | $19,906 +26.9% |
| 2014 | $3,880 +3% | $15,681 |
| 2013 | $3,766 -17.3% | $15,681 -23.8% |
| 2012 | $4,556 +2.1% | $20,588 |
| 2011 | $4,462 +13.7% | $20,588 |
| 2010 | $3,924 -3.5% | $20,588 -15.1% |
| 2009 | $4,065 -21% | $24,240 -12% |
| 2008 | $5,148 +2.4% | $27,545 |
| 2007 | $5,027 +23.5% | $27,545 +31.5% |
| 2006 | $4,070 +2.1% | $20,941 |
| 2005 | $3,985 +3.9% | $20,941 |
| 2004 | $3,835 +55.3% | $20,941 +33.8% |
| 2003 | $2,470 +3% | $15,649 |
| 2002 | $2,398 +21.6% | $15,649 |
| 2001 | $1,971 +1.3% | $15,649 +20.3% |
| 2000 | $1,946 +3% | $13,005 |
| 1999 | $1,888 | $13,005 |
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Neighborhood: 60018
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Orchard Place Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.2 mi
- 8/10Iroquois Community SchoolGrades: K-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Maine West High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Orchard Place Elementary School
- Middle: Algonquin 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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