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1313 Van Buren Avenue

Des Plaines, IL 60018

Name: Open House: 12pm-2pm
Start: 2025-01-26T12:00:00
End: 2025-01-26T14:00:00
Location: 1313 Van Buren Avenue

3 beds
3 baths
2,050 sqft
10,260 sqft lot
$243 per sqft
1927 build
– on site

Vintage Elegance with Modern Amenities! Nestled in a prime location, this stunning 3+ bedroom, 3 bath home offers over 3400 total sq. ft. of living space, including a huge finished basement, large great room addition, and private primary ensuite. The beautifully updated kitchen is a showstopper, offering modern functionality while maintaining timeless appeal. The home features custom woodwork and detail, hardwood floors, and beams that add character, elegance and charm. A cozy wood-burning fireplace enhances the inviting atmosphere of the great room, complete with a breakfast nook and family room. This versatile home offers 3 bedrooms, including first floor bedrooms and full bath, plus an office and loft space that can easily serve as a 4th bedroom on the second level. The primary ensuite retreat is a peaceful haven, perfect for relaxation. The separate dining room adds elegance and functionality to family meals and gatherings. Set on an oversized lot, this home is a rare gem, featuring professional landscaping, a tranquil pond, and a sprawling Trek deck with attached gas grill-perfect for outdoor entertaining. The expansive finished basement includes a recreation room, a workshop, a laundry area, and ample storage space. With the potential to add additional bedrooms, the basement provides endless possibilities (see lower level floor plans). Other highlights include a bay window that fills the home with natural light, a cozy front porch, a huge workshop, and a thoughtfully designed layout perfect for both everyday living and entertaining. This property is truly one-of-a-kind-a charming, beautifully updated home filled with quality, character, and timeless appeal. Don't miss your chance to make it your own! Agent is related to seller.

Listing courtesy of MRED / Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group as distributed by MLS GRID

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jan 22, 2025 •

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Saturday, 1/25
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The Building

Year Built:

1927
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
Basement:

Full
Exterior Features:

Deck, Porch, Storms/Screens, Outdoor Grill
Disability Access:

No
Other Equipment:

Humidifier, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Total SqFt:

2558
Total SqFt:

3442
Main SqFt:

1400
Upper SqFt:

650
Lower SqFt:

508
Unfinished Lower SqFt:

884
Living Area Source:

Estimated

Interior

Room Type:

Recreation Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Storage, Deck, Office, Workshop, Breakfast Room
Rooms Total:

11
Interior Features:

Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, In-Law Arrangement, First Floor Full Bath, Beamed Ceilings, Granite Counters
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Wood Burning
Fireplace Location:

Family Room
Laundry Features:

In Unit

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

2050

Location

Directions:

From Lee St and E Algonquin Rd - East on Algonquin, right on Center, right on Van Buren and follow to property.
Location:

28838

The Property

Parcel Number:

09204040030000
Property Type:

Residential
Location:

A
Lot Size Dimensions:

171 X 60
Waterfront:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

7787.79

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3
Bedrooms Possible:

3

Baths

Baths:

3
Full Baths:

3

The Listing

Virtual Tour Unbranded:

Virtual Tour
Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas
Cooling:

Central Air

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Schools

Elementary School:

Central Elementary School
Elementary School District:

62
Middle Or Junior School:

Chippewa Middle School
Middle Or Junior School District:

62
High School:

Maine West High School
High School District:

207

The Community

Community Features:

Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Not Applicable
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

2
Garage Type:

Detached
Garage Spaces:

2
Garage Onsite:

Yes
Garage Ownership:

Owned

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$500,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$2,677
Taxes	$648
Insurance	$137
Utilities	$198 See report
Total	$3,660/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
1/21/25 Jan 21, 2025	Listed / Active	MRED	$500,000

33% of nearby similar homes sold for over asking price

Similar homes that sold in bidding wars went $15k above asking price on average, but some went as high as $65k over asking price.

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This house located in Golden Corridor, Des Plaines, IL 60018 is currently for sale for $500,000. 1313 Van Buren Avenue is a 2,050 square foot house with 3 beds and 3 baths that has been on Estately for 1 days. 1313 Van Buren Avenue is in the Golden Corridor neighborhood of Des Plaines and has a WalkScore® of 72, making it very walkable. This house is in the attendance area of Maine West High School, Chippewa Middle School, and Central Elementary School.

Listing courtesy of MRED, Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group, and Katie Mihelich as distributed by MLS GRID.

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1313 Van Buren Avenue

Des Plaines, IL 60018