This beautiful bungalow nestled in the heart of Des Plaines features a total of 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths and a full finished basement. Vinyl siding, Roof, Furnace and Central A/C (all replaced in 2019). First floor offers an enclosed entryway porch, Living room with wood burning fireplace and gas starter, Hardwood floors, separate dining room, kitchen with eating area, walk in pantry, bay window and newer oversized deck (2024) for entertaining. The second floor primary bedroom en suite offers a spacious and private retreat, featuring a generously sized sleeping area and full bath. An adjacent bonus room provides endless possibilities- it could serve as a luxurious walk in closet with a dedicated dressing area, creating a boutique-like experience for organizing clothing, shoes and accessories. With its versatility, this could be customized to suit your needs, adding both convenience and elegance to your primary suite. Enjoy the ultimate convenience and peace of mind with a Generac whole house natural gas generator, ensuring you never have to worry about losing power- no matter the weather or unexpected outages. The full finished basement features a family room, bedroom, full bath, office, kitchen area and large storage closet providing perfect in-law arrangement or additional living space for extended family or guests. Generous backyard is fenced with a storage shed and 2 car detached garage; vinyl siding and roof (2019). New Tiles around the entire perimeter of the basement installed by Perma Seal in 2008. Great location, top rated schools, parks, expressways and shopping. Walk one block to Cherokee Park and just 10 blocks to the downtown Des Plaines area and Metra Train. No Flood Insurance Required! FEMA Certificate provided.
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$450,000
1683 Van Buren Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018
4beds
1,211sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1925
10,140 Square Feet Lot
$446,600 Zestimate®
$372/sqft
$3,308 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: June 16, 2025 at 10:49am
Listing courtesy of:
Lisa Nowogurski 847-255-3900,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Bought with:
Tina Miritello
Century 21 Circle
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12364943

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 3
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 121 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X12
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Deck
- Level: Main
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X16
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Enclosed porch
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 55 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X5
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X15
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Pantry-Walk-in), Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s))
- Level: Main
- Area: 169 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X13
Kitchen 2nd
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 98 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X14
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 195 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X15
Mud room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Garden Window(s))
- Level: Main
- Area: 48 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X8
Office
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X12
Pantry
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 24 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X4
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 45 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X9
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Cooktop, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: In Unit, Sink
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk, Separate Dining Room, Pantry
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Windows: Skylight(s), Drapes
- Basement: Finished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Living Room, Basement
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,211 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 10,140 sqft
- Dimensions: 60X169
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 09213030090000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;, Generator
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bungalow
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1925
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Security
- Security features: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
Community
- Community features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Des Plaines
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
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