474 E Washington Street, Des Plaines, IL 60016 - Photo 1

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$358,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
1 Full Bath
1 Partial Bath
1,300 Sq. Ft.
1 Car Garage

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Property Description

Move-In Ready Brick Cape Cod in Prime Des Plaines Location! Charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath Cape Cod features a classic brick exterior and an inviting, relaxed feel. A tranquil breezeway connects the home to a large, private, tree-lined backyard - perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying quiet afternoons. Inside, you'll find gleaming oak hardwood floors, a main-floor primary bedroom, and a beautifully updated full bath. The kitchen has been refreshed with new quartz countertops and brand-new stainless-steel appliances. Upstairs offers two cozy bedrooms with a rustic, cabin-like atmosphere and a convenient half bath. The full unfinished basement provides plenty of storage and awaits your finishing ideas. Additional highlights include newer vinyl windows, an updated 100-amp electrical panel, newer hot water tank (2020), furnace and central air (approx. 4-5 years new), and a roof around 10 years old. Located in a quiet neighborhood of single-family homes within an award-winning school district - all at a great price! There's still time to move in before the holidays!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 474 E Washington St

General

Sold For: $358,000
Taxes: $6,451 (2023)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12521827
Added to Site: 102 day(s) ago

Interior

Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 2
Full Bathrooms: 1
Half Bathrooms: 1

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
Total Spaces: 1
Parking Features: Asphalt, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Location

Area: Des Plaines
County: Cook
Driving Directions: Wolf Rd. just south of Golf Rd. a couple blocks to corner of Washington and Wolf.

School Information

School District: 62
Midd School District: 62
Elementary School: Terrace 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

Water: Lake Michigan

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Cape Cod
Construction: Brick, Frame
Exterior Const.: Brick, Frame
Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Roof: Asphalt
Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
Square Feet: 1,300
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Year Built: 1946
Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
Lot Dimensions: 55 x 163

Financial Considerations

Parking Included: Yes
Assessment Year: 1946
Tax Amount: $6,451.12
Tax Year: 2023

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 9182080120000

Listed by @properties Christieï¿½s International Real Estate
Sold by Shopping Casas Chicago LLC

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Schools

Schools serving 474 E Washington St

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

Name	Grades	Distance
Terrace Elementary School 735 South Westgate Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016	PK-5	0.5 mi
Chippewa Middle School, Des Plaines, IL 123 North 8th Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016	6-8	0.7 mi
Maine West High School 1755 South Wolf Road, Des Plaines, IL 60018	9-12	1.7 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 474 E Washington St

Date

Details

Price

Change

Source

1/29/2026

Sold

$358,000

2.31%

MLS

11/20/2025

Listed

$349,900

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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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