Original owner is moving out and this is your chance to make it your dream home! Opportunity awaits in this spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom tri-level level with sub-basement and big, attached 2+ car garage. SO much living space (and storage) just waiting for your vision! Look what has already been done for you: new CertainTeed asphalt roof (2024, complete tear-off with transferable warranty), new gutters and downspouts with LeafFilter protection (2024), brand new 40-gallon gas water heater (2025), and updated inside-to-main sewer cleanout (2025). Overhead sewer system, annually maintained hot water boiler heating system, and upgraded water and electric meters. Finished sub-basement/rec room with masonry fireplace offers tremendous space for fun, home gym, office, play room, bar or more. This home boasts solid bones and endless potential for anyone looking to add personalized finishing touches. Conveniently located near award winning schools, parks, shopping, and major commuter routes! See this one today before you're too late.
Contingent
$449,665
539 Sandy Ln, Des Plaines, IL 60016
3beds
1,894sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1962
7,840 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$237/sqft
$-- HOA
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Joseph Marella 312-216-2422,
Keller Williams ONEChicago,
Jean Marella 847-224-9636,
Keller Williams ONEChicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12766929
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Recreation Room, Foyer, Storage
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 126 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X9
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Area: 104 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X8
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 230 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X10
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space), Flooring (Carpet)
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Area: 330 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X15
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 546 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X21
Storage
- Level: Lower
- Area: 30 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X5
Heating
- Steam
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Oven, Electric Cooktop
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Flooring: Carpet
- Windows: Screens
- Basement: Finished,Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Basement
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,894 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Levels: Split Level
Lot
- Size: 7,840 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 66x126
Details
- Parcel number: 08133170040000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Split Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1962
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: $237/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $370,010
- Annual tax amount: $2,392
- Date on market: 9/30/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
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Price history
Price history is unavailable.
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $2,672 +4% | $37,001 +0% |
| 2023 | $2,571 +1.4% | $36,999 |
| 2022 | $2,536 -10.5% | $36,999 +43.6% |
| 2021 | $2,832 +9.7% | $25,772 |
| 2020 | $2,580 -0.6% | $25,772 -10% |
| 2019 | $2,595 -11.7% | $28,636 -6.8% |
| 2018 | $2,938 +3.7% | $30,735 |
| 2017 | $2,834 -15.9% | $30,735 |
| 2016 | $3,370 -10.8% | $30,735 +12.1% |
| 2015 | $3,780 +3.3% | $27,425 |
| 2014 | $3,660 -0.2% | $27,425 |
| 2013 | $3,667 +18.2% | $27,425 -16.2% |
| 2012 | $3,103 +4.8% | $32,743 |
| 2011 | $2,961 +12.4% | $32,743 |
| 2010 | $2,634 +9.7% | $32,743 -8.7% |
| 2009 | $2,401 +3.5% | $35,852 -7% |
| 2008 | $2,321 -4.1% | $38,551 |
| 2007 | $2,421 -10.4% | $38,551 +21.4% |
| 2006 | $2,702 +1.2% | $31,749 |
| 2005 | $2,669 -2.1% | $31,749 |
| 2004 | $2,727 -9.6% | $31,749 +21.1% |
| 2003 | $3,016 +6.7% | $26,226 |
| 2002 | $2,826 -13.7% | $26,226 |
| 2001 | $3,275 +1.7% | $26,226 +20% |
| 2000 | $3,221 -2.7% | $21,859 |
| 1999 | $3,311 | $21,859 |
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Neighborhood: 60016
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Brentwood Elementary School
- Middle: Friendship Junior High School
- High: Elk Grove High School
- District: 59
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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