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  • Single Family
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 2,102 Sq. Ft.
  • 1.5 Car Garage
  • Updated 1 day ago
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Welcome to this beautifully reimagined split-level home, over 2,100 sf and nestled in the heart of the highly sought-after Cumberland Village neighborhood-where style, comfort, and an unbeatable location come together effortlessly. Brand New Roof Installed on Home & Garage in December 2025! Step inside to a truly stunning, bright, and open floor plan that seamlessly connects the spacious living room-with its soaring vaulted ceilings-to the dining area and show-stopping kitchen. Thoughtfully designed as the heart of the home, the newly renovated kitchen is both stylish and functional, perfect for everything from everyday meals to unforgettable gatherings. Enjoy brand new cabinetry, sleek quartz countertops, stainless steel appliances, elegant lighting, and tasteful hardware-all curated for modern living. Natural light pours into the main living spaces through oversized windows outfitted with custom blinds. Refinished hardwood floors flow beautifully throughout the main level, creating a warm, cohesive ambiance that instantly feels like home. Upstairs, refinished hardwood floors lead the way to a large primary bedroom and two additional bedrooms that share a full bathroom. The main level offers even more versatile living space with a cozy family room featuring the same flooring as the kitchen providing one continuous flow, a gas fireplace with stone surround, corner windows for added sunlight, and a second full bathroom. A generous utility room and large rec room with full bath rounds out the living space! Outside, the backyard is a private, fully fenced oasis-lush, serene, and ideal for year-round entertaining. The large patio provides plenty of room for dining and lounging under the stars. This home has been meticulously updated from top to bottom. A large concrete driveway leads to a detached 1.5-car garage and convenient carport, offering ample storage and everyday convenience. Located in a top-rated school district, and near parks, Metra and the charm that downtown Des Plaines has to offer. Welcome Home!

Full Property Details for 304 Amherst Ave

General

  • Price: $525,000
  • Taxes: $7,590 (2023)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12534951
  • Updated: 2/3/2026
  • Added to Site: 4 day(s) ago

Rental Information

  • Complex Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Interior

  • Basement: Finished, F
  • Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Built-in Features, Open Floorplan, Dining Combo, Paneling, Pantry, Quartz Counters
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Family Room, Wood-Burning Stove
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Basement Baths: Yes
  • Bathroom Features: Whirlpool

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Additional Information

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

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Breezeway

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1.5
  • Total Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Carport, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

Location

  • Area: Des Plaines
  • County: Cook
  • Township: Maine
  • Subdivision: Cumberland
  • Driving Directions: North of NW Hwy on Mt.Prospect Rd to Harvard E to Amherst S

School Information

  • School District: 62
  • Elem School District: 62
  • Midd School District: 62
  • High School District: 207
  • 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, Forced Air

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Lake Michigan

Structural Information

  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior Const.: Brick
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Windows: Screens
  • Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
  • Square Feet: 2,102
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Plans
  • Year Built: 1959
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Remodeled/Updated: 2023

Lot Features

  • Lot Size (Acres): 0.1644
  • Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 55 x 125
  • Fence: Yes
  • Fencing (Description): Fenced

Financial Considerations

  • Parking Included: Yes
  • Assessment Year: 1959
  • Tax Amount: $7,590
  • Tax Year: 2023
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
  • Property ID: 9073150210000

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Schools serving 304 Amherst Ave

School Districts:Des Plaines Community Consolidated School District 62, Maine Township High School District 207
NameGradesDistance
Cumberland Elementary School, Des Plaines, IL
700 East Golf Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016
PK-50.7 mi
Iroquois Community School
1836 East Touhy Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60018
K-83.8 mi
Chippewa Middle School, Des Plaines, IL
123 North 8th Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016
6-80.6 mi
Maine West High School
1755 South Wolf Road, Des Plaines, IL 60018
9-122.6 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 304 Amherst Ave Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Price
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2/01/2026
Listed
$525,000
82.29%
MLS
7/15/2014
Sold
$288,000
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Tax History for 304 Amherst Ave

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$7,590
-7%
$32,103
-8%
2022
$8,126
21%
$34,999
39%
2021
$6,733
1%
$25,233
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2020
$6,688
—
$25,233
-11%
2019
$6,707
5%
$28,352
14%
2018
$6,383
2%
$24,777
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2017
$6,287
-3%
$24,777
-4%
2016
$6,499
10%
$25,884
16%
2015
$5,929
2%
$22,236
—
2014
$5,820
3%
$22,236
—
2013
$5,658
3%
$22,236
-8%
2012
$5,467
—
$24,208
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304 Amherst Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016 (MLS# 12534951) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 304 Amherst Avenue is currently listed for $525,000 and was received on February 01, 2026. Want to learn more about 304 Amherst 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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