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  • $430,000

    972 Howard Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018

    3beds
    2,071sqft
    Single Family Residence
    Built in 1946
    7,250 Square Feet Lot
    $400,200 Zestimate®
    $208/sqft
    $2,905 Estimated rent

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    What's special

    CHARMING 3 BEDROOM 2 FULL BATH CAPE COD WITH A SECOND FLOOR LOFT AREA THAT WILL MAKE A PERFECT READING OR COMPUTER AREA FOR THE KIDS. THE FIRST FLOOR FEATURES A COZY LIVING ROOM AND A SEPARATE DINING ROOM. THERE IS AN EATIN KITCHEN THAT OPENS TO THE LARGE 1ST FLOOR FAMILY ROOM WITH DOORS THAT LEAD TO A BEAUTIFUL DECK. THE SECOND FLOOR HAS THREE GOOD SIZE BEDROOMS, AND A FULL BATH WITH A DOUBLE BOWL VANITY AND A WALIN SHOWER. THERE IS A 1ST FLOOR LAUNDRY ROOM/ MUD ROOM. THE PARTIAL BASEMENT HAS YOUR MECHANICALS AND SOME STORAGE SPACE. THERE IS AN OVERSIZED 2 1/2 DETACHED GARAGE WITH AN INTERIOR STAIRCASE THAT LEADS TO AN UNFINISHED ATTIC THAT HAS LOADS OF STORAGE. ALL OF THIS AND IT IS LOCATED ACROSS THE STREET FROM LAKE PARK THAT HAS GOLF, FOOTGOLF, PADDLE, BOATS, KAYAKS AND THE FOXTAIL ON THE LAKE RESTAURANT.

    Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago

    Listing updated: September 18, 2025 at 09:12am

    Listing courtesy of:

    Michael Lohens 847-698-7000,

    RE/MAX Properties Northwest

    Bought with:

    Jacqueline Alter

    Redfin Corporation

    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12429312MLS Logo

    Facts & features

    Interior

    Bedrooms & bathrooms
    • Bedrooms: 3
    • Bathrooms: 2
    • Full bathrooms: 2
    Primary bedroom
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 204 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 17X12
    Bedroom 2
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 312 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 24X13
    Bedroom 3
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 176 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11X16
    Deck
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 300 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 25X12
    Dining room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 110 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11X10
    Family room
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 342 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 19X18
    Kitchen
    • Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 150 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15X10
    Laundry
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 114 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 19X6
    Living room
    • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
    • Level: Main
    • Area: 196 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 14X14
    Loft
    • Features: Flooring (Carpet)
    • Level: Second
    • Area: 110 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 11X10
    Other
    • Level: Basement
    • Area: 225 Square Feet
    • Dimensions: 15X15
    Heating
    • Natural Gas, Forced Air
    Cooling
    • Central Air
    Appliances
    • Included: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Dryer
    Features
    • 1st Floor Full Bath
    • Windows: Screens
    • Basement: Unfinished,Partial
    Interior area
    • Total structure area: 0
    • Total interior livable area: 2,071 sqft

    Property

    Parking
    • Total spaces: 2.5
    • Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
    • Garage spaces: 2.5
    • Has uncovered spaces: Yes
    Accessibility
    • Accessibility features: No Disability Access
    Features
    • Stories: 1
    • Patio & porch: Deck
    Lot
    • Size: 7,250 sqft
    • Dimensions: 50X145
    Details
    • Parcel number: 09291010450000
    • Special conditions: None

    Construction

    Type & style
    • Home type: SingleFamily
    • Architectural style: Cape Cod
    • Property subtype: Single Family Residence
    Materials
    • Vinyl Siding
    • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
    • Roof: Asphalt
    Condition
    • New construction: No
    • Year built: 1946

    Utilities & green energy

    • Electric: Circuit Breakers
    • Sewer: Storm Sewer
    • Water: Lake Michigan

    Community & neighborhood

    Community
    • Community features: Park, Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
    Location
    • Region: Des Plaines

    Other

    Other facts
    • Listing terms: Conventional
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
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