172 Cornell Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016 - Photo 1

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$515,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
2 Full Baths
2,547 Sq. Ft.
1.5 Car Garage
Updated 11 days ago

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Property Description

***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 storage room, 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.

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 172 Cornell Ave

General

Sold For: $515,000
Taxes: $6,907 (2023)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12538349
Added to Site: 59 day(s) ago

Interior

Interior Features: Dry Bar
Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace(s): Living Room, Basement, Wood-Burning
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 2
Basement Baths: Yes

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Additional Information

Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access

Parking

Garage: Yes
Attached garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 1.5
Total Spaces: 5
Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Off-Street, Owned, Garage

Location

Area: Des Plaines
County: Cook
Subdivision: Cumberland
Driving Directions: From Northwest Highway and Cornell Avenue, go north on Cornell Avenue; 172 Cornell Ave will be on the right.

School Information

School District: 62
Midd School District: 62
Elementary School: Cumberland 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: Central Air Conditioning
Heating Type: Natural Gas

Utilities

Water: Lake Michigan

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Ranch
Construction: Brick
Exterior Const.: Brick
Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
Square Feet: 2,547
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Year Built: 1953
Built Before 1978: Yes
Remodeled/Updated: 2023

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.2307
Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
Lot Dimensions: 75 x 133

Financial Considerations

Parking Included: Yes
Assessment Year: 1953
Tax Amount: $6,907
Tax Year: 2023

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 9073030440000

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Schools

Schools serving 172 Cornell Ave

School Districts:Des Plaines Community Consolidated School District 62, Maine Township High School District 207

Name	Grades	Distance
Cumberland Elementary School, Des Plaines, IL 700 East Golf Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016	PK-5	0.4 mi
Iroquois Community School 1836 East Touhy Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60018	K-8	3.6 mi
Chippewa Middle School, Des Plaines, IL 123 North 8th Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016	6-8	0.3 mi
Maine West High School 1755 South Wolf Road, Des Plaines, IL 60018	9-12	2.4 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 172 Cornell Ave

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

2/19/2026

Sold

$515,000

3%

MLS

1/02/2026

Listed

$499,997

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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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172 Cornell Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016 (MLS# 12538349) is a Single Family property that was sold at $515,000 on February 19, 2026. Want to learn more about 172 Cornell 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.

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