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Property Description
Charming, classic, historic character and endless potential come together in this brick bungalow home. Built in 1922, this property welcomes you with a spacious front porch perfect for relaxing and enjoying the beauty of the 200+ year old oak tree that anchors the front yard. Inside, you'll find original hardwood floors, a large sun-filled living room, separate formal dining room, and a generously sized kitchen that functions well today while offering exciting possibilities for future updates. The walk-in pantry is full of charm and ready for your creative vision. The main level features 2 bedrooms and a full bathroom, while the the second floor includes an additional bedroom, abundant storage space, and an unfinished rear section ready for expansion ideas, studio space, home office potential, or additional living area. Enjoy the weather from the enclosed and screened back porch overlooking the large backyard-ideal for gardening, entertaining, or simply enjoying the outdoors. Improvements include: Furnace 2008, Water heater 2008, driveway 2012, washer dryer 2013, roof 2016. Plus, FEMA installed directed check valve system 2013. This is a rare opportunity to own a home filled with timeless character, architectural charm, and room to make it truly your own in a convenient Des Plaines location. Near most everything including nature, transportation, shopping, entertainment, restaurants and award winning schools. Don't wait or you will be too late. See it and make this your home today.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1220 S River Rd
General
- Price: $369,777
- Taxes: $8,627 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12638160
- Updated: 5/13/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Equipment: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Other Features: Interstate Access, Flood Zone
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Tandem, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Des Plaines
- County: Cook
- Township: Maine
- Driving Directions: West side of River Rd S of Algonquin to property. Driveway parking available (pull in back and turn around to avoid backing onto River Rd or park on VanBuren.
School Information
- School District: 62
- Elem School District: 62
- Midd School District: 62
- High School District: 207
- Elementary School: Central Elementary School
- Middle School: Chippewa Middle School
- High School: Maine West High School
- Private School: Maine West High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Steam, Radiator(s)
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Bungalow
- Architectural Style: Bungalow
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Storage Space, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Screens
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 1,600
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1922
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.24
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 199 x 54
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1922
- Tax Amount: $8,627.08
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: Home Warranty
- Property ID: 9213000400000
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Schools
Schools serving 1220 S River Rd
School Districts:Des Plaines Community Consolidated School District 62, Maine Township High School District 207
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Central Elementary School, Des Plaines, IL 1526 East Thacker Street, Des Plaines, IL 60016 | K-5 | 0.5 mi |
Iroquois Community School 1836 East Touhy Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60018 | K-8 | 1.4 mi |
Chippewa Middle School, Des Plaines, IL 123 North 8th Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016 | 6-8 | 2.2 mi |
Maine West High School 1755 South Wolf Road, Des Plaines, IL 60018 | 9-12 | 1.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Tax History
Tax History for 1220 S River Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$8,437
2%
$32,000
—
2022
$8,234
28%
$32,000
53%
2021
$6,444
2%
$20,965
—
2020
$6,336
148%
$20,965
-10%
2019
$2,559
-10%
$23,295
9%
2018
$2,848
4%
$21,454
—
2017
$2,749
-18%
$21,454
—
2016
$3,343
-13%
$21,454
23%
2015
$3,821
-1%
$17,466
—
2014
$3,866
6%
$17,466
—
2013
$3,656
21%
$17,466
-29%
2012
$3,027
—
$24,463
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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1220 S River Road, Des Plaines, IL 60018 (MLS# 12638160) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 1220 S River Road is currently listed for $369,777 and was received on May 13, 2026. Want to learn more about 1220 S River Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Des Plaines? You can browse all Des Plaines real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

