974 S 2nd Avenue
Des Plaines, IL 60016
- 4 beds
- 2 baths
- 1,682 sqft
- 7,000 sqft lot
- $237 per sqft
- 1948 build
- – on site
**MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED. BEST & FINAL DUE MONDAY, 4/28/25 AT NOON CST** Welcome to this delightful Cape Cod-style home that blends vintage character with modern updates for today. From the inviting front porch & arched entryways to the sunfilled interior, this home is full of warmth and charm. On the main floor, you'll fall in love with the remodeled Kitchen, featuring crisp white cabinetry, sleek backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a classic farm sink, and a window overlooking the park...perfect for keeping an eye on the kids while they play. The Kitchen has granite countertops & large breakfast bar with an open concept into the Dining Area, with room for the whole family to gather. The gracious Living Room, complete with a bayed window & built-ins, is the ideal setting for movie nights & quiet evenings in. A versatile Home Office or 4th Bedroom and a stylish, updated Full Bathroom complete the first floor. Upstairs, the spacious Primary Suite is your private retreat, offering a Walk-In Closet and room for a home office if desired. Two additional bedrooms boast charm and character, and the remodeled full bathroom is a showstopper with subway tile, a sleek glass shower door, marble hex tile flooring, and a handsome vanity. The Walk-Out Basement is full of potential...currently used as a home gym and workshop, but easily transformable into additional living space. Right off of the Kitchen, is a French door onto the fabulous screened-in porch, overlooking the fenced backyard...a perfect spot to relax and entertain. Extras abound, including hardwood floors throughout, many newer windows, a 1.5-car garage with an expanded driveway (great for basketball games!), a large yard with a firepit for summer nights, and a flower bed ready for your summer planting. Perennial blooms surround the property making it a true standout on a lovely block. All of this next door to an awesome newer tot lot, where the kids play & families gather. A prime location...close to downtown, shopping, dining, and amenities you'll enjoy for years to come. Don't miss your chance to call this charming home your own!
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Last updated Apr 27, 2025
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MLS# 12346455 —
The Building
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Year Built:1948
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Rebuilt:No
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New Construction:false
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Construction Materials:Brick
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Architectural Style:Cape Cod
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Roof:Asphalt
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Basement:Unfinished, Full, Walk-Out Access
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Patio And Porch Features:Porch, Screened, Patio
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Disability Access:No
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Other Equipment:CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
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Total SqFt:1682
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Total SqFt:2578
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Main SqFt:938
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Upper SqFt:744
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Basement SqFt:896
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Unfinished Basement SqFt:896
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Living Area Source:Other
Interior
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Room Type:Screened Porch
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Rooms Total:7
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Interior Features:1st Floor Bedroom
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Laundry Features:Laundry Chute, Sink
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Flooring:Hardwood
Room Dimensions
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Living Area:1682
Location
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Directions:Dempster/Thacker to 2nd Ave, go South to home on your right.
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Location:4969
The Property
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Parcel Number:09201090240000
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Property Type:Residential
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Lot Size Dimensions:50X140
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Lot Size Acres:0.1607
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Rural:N
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Waterfront:false
Listing Agent
- Contact info:
- Agent phone:
- (847) 910-7545
- Office phone:
- (847) 509-0200
Taxes
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Tax Year:2023
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Tax Annual Amount:6249.03
Beds
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Bedrooms Total:4
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Bedrooms Possible:4
Baths
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Baths:2
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Full Baths:2
The Listing
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Special Listing Conditions:List Broker Must Accompany
Heating & Cooling
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Heating:Natural Gas
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Cooling:Central Air
Utilities
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Sewer:Public Sewer
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Water Source:Lake Michigan, Public
Appliances
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Appliances:Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Schools
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Elementary School:Forest Elementary School
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Elementary School District:62
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Middle Or Junior School:Algonquin Middle School
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Middle Or Junior School District:62
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High School:Maine West High School
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High School District:207
The Community
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Community Features:Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
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Association Fee Includes:None
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Association Fee Frequency:Not Applicable
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Master Assoc Fee Frequency:Not Required
Parking
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Parking Total:1.5
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Parking Features:Concrete, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
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Garage Spaces:1.5
Extra Units
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Other Structures:Shed(s)
Monthly cost estimate
Asking price
$399,000
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$2,136
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| Taxes | $520 |
| Insurance | $109 |
| Utilities | $173 See report |
| Total | $2,938/mo.* |
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Soundscore™
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Sale history
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4/25/25
Apr 25, 2025
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Listed / Active | MRED | $399,000 |
44% 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 $43k over asking price.
