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$400,500

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Single Family
  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 2.5 Car Garage
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This is not just a deal - it's a steal! Welcome to this big, beautiful bungalow in the heart of Des Plaines. Sitting on an extra-large lot, this property offers a unique opportunity: the new owner could sell the adjoining vacant lot separately for added value - or even build another home on it. Key Features: 5 spacious bedrooms & 2 bathrooms, Full basement with potential for additional bedrooms and baths, Bonus dining area upstairs - with city approval, it could be converted into a second kitchen, allowing the upper level to function as an in-law suite or Airbnb rental, Multi-family zoning offers flexibility to transform the home into a multi-family residence (city approval required), 2.5-car garage plus oversized driveway with plenty of parking, Sunroom & oversized storage area next to the garage. Recent Upgrades ; New windows, New appliances, Carpet replaced with hardwood floors, Multiple modern updates throughout the home This property offers endless possibilities - whether you're looking for a spacious single-family residence, an income-generating rental, or a multi-family conversion. Motivated seller - priced well below market value! Don't miss this rare opportunity

Full Property Details for 1618 Ashland Ave

General

  • Sold For: $400,500
  • Taxes: $7,129 (2023)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12461279
  • Added to Site: 135 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 2

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 5

Additional Information

  • Equipment: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2.5
  • Total Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • Parking On-Site: Yes

Location

  • Area: Des Plaines
  • County: Cook
  • Driving Directions: River Rd. south of Northwest hwy to Ashland then west to home

School Information

  • School District: 62
  • Midd School District: 62

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning, Zoned
  • Heating Type: Natural Gas, Radiator(s)

Utilities

  • Water: Lake Michigan

Structural Information

  • Architectural Style: Bungalow
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
  • Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
  • Windows: Screens
  • Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Not Reported
  • Year Built: 1924
  • Built Before 1978: Yes

Additional Structures

  • Other Structures: Shed(s)

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.2068
  • Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 77 x 117 x 76 x 117

Financial Considerations

  • Parking Included: Yes
  • Assessment Year: 1924
  • Tax Amount: $7,129.16
  • Tax Year: 2023

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property ID: 9202060190000

Listed by Century 21 Universal

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Schools serving 1618 Ashland Ave

School Districts:Des Plaines Community Consolidated School District 62, Maine Township High School District 207
NameGradesDistance
Central Elementary School, Des Plaines, IL
1526 East Thacker Street, Des Plaines, IL 60016
K-50.1 mi
Chippewa Middle School, Des Plaines, IL
123 North 8th Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016
6-81.8 mi
Maine West High School
1755 South Wolf Road, Des Plaines, IL 60018
9-121.6 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Price & Sales History for 1618 Ashland Ave

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/21/2025
Sold
$400,500
11.25%
MLS
9/02/2025
Listed
$360,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.

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1618 Ashland Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016 (MLS# 12461279) is a Single Family property that was sold at $400,500 on October 21, 2025. Want to learn more about 1618 Ashland Avenue? 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.