Cook, US
***Highest and Best offers due by Monday 10am***. Well-maintained and solidly built home located in the desirable Cumberland neighborhood, situated on an extra-wide lot just steps from the Cumberland Metra station and Cornell Park. The main level offers hardwood floors, three spacious bedrooms, and a full bath, along with comfortable living and dining areas highlighted by a wood-burning fireplace. Natural light fills the home, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere throughout. The lower level significantly expands the living space and features a fourth bedroom, full bathroom, wood-burning fireplace, and a hand-built bar, making it an ideal setting for social gatherings, entertaining, or extended living arrangements. This level also functions perfectly as a recreation room, media space, or private retreat. Major system and interior updates were completed in 2023, providing peace of mind for the next owner. Improvements include a Lennox furnace, water heater, copper plumbing throughout, brand-new siding, and updated windows throughout most of the home. Conveniently located near Cumberland Metra, Cornell Park, schools, and neighborhood amenities, this well-maintained home offers exceptional value, space, and accessibility in one of Des Plaines' most sought-after communities. Easy to show with flexible scheduling. Listing agent is related to the seller.
Courtesy Of: Seed Realty LLC
Feature Highlights
- Built Before 1978
- Basement Bathrooms
General Features
- List Date:
- 01/02/2026
Public Schools
- Elementary School:
- Cumberland Elementar
- High School:
- Maine West High Scho
Interior Features
- Bedrooms Possible:
- 4
- Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft:
- 2547
- Bathrooms Full:
- 2
- Rooms Total:
- 8
- Living Area Source:
- Estimated
Exterior Features and Amenities
- Lot Size Dimensions:
- 75X133
- Parking Total:
- 5.5
Financial
- Tax Annual Amount:
- $6,907.00
- Tax Year:
- 2023
- Days On Market:
- 13
- Purchase Contract Date:
- 2026-01-05
Other Features
- Elementary School District:
- 62
- High School District:
- 207
- Middle Or Junior School District:
- 62
- Age:
- 71-80 Years
Directions
From Northwest Highway and Cornell Avenue, go north on Cornell Avenue; 172 Cornell Ave will be on the right.
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Data last updated: 2026-01-22.
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