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1117 Margret ST Des Plaines, IL 60016
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Key Details
Sold Price $760,000
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached Single
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,800 sqft
Price per Sqft $271
MLS Listing ID 12647032
Style Bungalow
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 3
Year Built 1927
Annual Tax Amount $10,480
Tax Year 2025
Property Sub-Type Detached Single
Property Description
Just outside the city, you'll find this remarkable brick bungalow situated on an oversized 80x186 lot in the heart of Des Plaines. Yes, you read that right - almost 15,000sf of land! The charming 4-bedroom, 3 bathroom home was fully remodeled in 2006 and offers almost 3000 square feet of well-designed living space. Step into the inviting living room featuring a cozy gas fireplace, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The separate formal dining room flows into the spacious kitchen complete with granite countertops, center island, stainless steel appliances, and a bright breakfast nook. Enjoy year-round natural light in the 16x9 sunroom with direct access to the expansive backyard. The main level also offers the convenience of a bedroom and full bath, ideal for guests. Upstairs, all 3 bedrooms feature generously sized walk-in closets, including the spacious primary suite with a separate shower and jacuzzi tub. A second-floor laundry room adds everyday convenience. The 1200sf unfinished basement is a blank canvas ready for your ideas, offering excellent potential for a massive family room, recreation space, or additional living area, plus a second laundry area. Step outside to find an exceptionally well built 2 1/2 car garage(2016), with radiant heated concrete, a second floor for expansion and a side parking pad. Additional highlights include hardwood floors throughout, new basement windows (2025), new storm doors (2026), and new rear entry door (2026). Ideally located near Prairie Lakes Park, Beacon Tap, downtown Des Plaines Metra, shopping, dining, and top-rated schools. Exceptional opportunity in a highly convenient and desirable location!
Location
State IL
County Cook
Area Des Plaines
Interior
Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling Central Air
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplaces Type Gas Log, Gas Starter
Laundry Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Multiple Locations
Exterior
Garage Spaces 2.0
Community Features Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Roof Type Asphalt
Building
Building Description Vinyl Siding,Brick, Yes
Sewer Public Sewer
Water Lake Michigan
Structure Type Vinyl Siding,Brick
New Construction false
Schools
Elementary Schools Forest Elementary School
Middle Schools Forest Elementary School
High Schools Maine West High School
School District 62 , 62, 207
Others
Special Listing Condition List Broker Must Accompany
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