Must See!! Charming Well Maintained 3-Bedroom 2 Bathroom Brick Ranch Located in the Sought-after Branigars-Cumberland area... This home blends classic character with practical living spaces and a welcoming neighborhood feel. Ideal for small families, first-time buyers or those looking to downsize comfortably. Well-designed living space, thoughtfully laid out on a single level. Full, unfinished basement offers prime potential for storage, workshop, or future finished space. Generous large back yard perfect for gardening, entertaining, or future expansion. Detached 1.5-car garage with plenty of extra room for storage. Close to local parks and community amenities. Easy access to restaurants, shopping, major highways and public transportation . . . . .
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$370,000
266 Columbia Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
3beds
1,358sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1950
8,140 Square Feet Lot
$439,400 Zestimate®
$272/sqft
$3,550 Estimated rent
Home value
$439,400
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Listed by:
Steven Ranis 773-631-8300,
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with:
BJ Tregoning
Redfin Corporation
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12523562
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Shower Only)
- Level: Main
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X13
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Galley), Flooring (Ceramic Tile), Window Treatments (Garden Window(s))
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X8
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Gas Oven, Humidifier, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Unit, Sink
Features
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Bay Window(s)
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,758
- Total interior livable area: 1,358 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1.5
- Parking features: Brick Driveway, Concrete, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1.5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 8,140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 55 x 148
Details
- Parcel number: 09181050160000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Ranch
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1950
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Sidewalks
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Des Plaines
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $272/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $280,010
- Annual tax amount: $5,950
- Date on market: 11/26/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 12/30/2025 | Sold | $370,000+12.1%$272/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12523562 Report a problem | ||
| 12/5/2025 | Contingent | $330,000$243/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12523562 Report a problem | ||
| 11/26/2025 | Listed for sale | $330,000$243/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12523562 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | -- | $28,001 +0% |
| 2023 | $5,809 +52.1% | $27,999 |
| 2022 | $3,818 -14% | $27,999 -1.6% |
| 2021 | $4,441 +9.2% | $28,450 |
| 2020 | $4,067 +1.6% | $28,450 -13.7% |
| 2019 | $4,004 -5.8% | $32,973 +56.4% |
| 2018 | $4,252 +0.9% | $21,088 |
| 2017 | $4,212 -22.7% | $21,088 -4.6% |
| 2016 | $5,449 +15.8% | $22,107 +21.5% |
| 2015 | $4,706 -13.4% | $18,188 -13.1% |
| 2014 | $5,432 +2.9% | $20,924 |
| 2013 | $5,279 -7.8% | $20,924 -17.1% |
| 2012 | $5,723 +2.6% | $25,225 |
| 2011 | $5,577 +10.4% | $25,225 |
| 2010 | $5,054 -5.5% | $25,225 -15.9% |
| 2009 | $5,346 +12.7% | $30,004 -12% |
| 2008 | $4,741 +15.5% | $34,095 |
| 2007 | $4,105 +6.6% | $34,095 +29.3% |
| 2006 | $3,851 +6.2% | $26,367 |
| 2005 | $3,625 +6.4% | $26,367 |
| 2004 | $3,407 +7.1% | $26,367 +34.3% |
| 2003 | $3,181 +3% | $19,629 |
| 2002 | $3,088 +13.8% | $19,629 |
| 2001 | $2,715 +1.4% | $19,629 +14.5% |
| 2000 | $2,678 | $17,145 |
| 1999 | $2,678 | $17,145 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60016
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Terrace Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 7/10Chippewa Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.7 mi
- 9/10Maine West High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.9 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Terrace Elementary School
- Middle: Chippewa Middle School
- High: Maine East 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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