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Property Description
Exceptional custom home offering approximately 3,000 sq ft of beautifully maintained living space with 4 spacious bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms in a desirable Des Plaines location! This impressive residence combines comfort, functionality, and outstanding entertainment space both inside and out. From the moment you enter, you'll appreciate the quality craftsmanship featuring solid oak doors, generous room sizes, and thoughtful upgrades throughout. The updated kitchen showcases elegant quartz countertops, ample cabinetry, and a spacious dining area perfect for everyday living and hosting gatherings. New carpet throughout all bedrooms adds warmth and comfort, while the expansive layout provides flexibility for families, guests, home offices, and recreation. The fully finished basement is truly an entertainer's dream, complete with a pool table, craps table, pull-down weight set, and additional living space ideal for game nights, workouts, or relaxing with family and friends. Multiple TVs are also included, including the kitchen/dining area TV, exercise room TV, and upstairs bedroom TV. Step outside and enjoy your own private backyard retreat featuring an above-ground pool with a new pool liner and filter system, perfect for summer entertaining. Additional exterior upgrades include gutter guards, a sunscreen awning, shutter screens on all entry doors, and security screens on all first-floor windows for added comfort and peace of mind. This one-of-a-kind property offers an incredible combination of space, quality updates, included amenities, and resort-style living. Conveniently located near parks, schools, shopping, dining, and major expressways, this is a rare opportunity to own a truly move-in ready home with exceptional value! Directions to home: From Wolf Road, go east on Berkshire to 3rd Ave, go south on 3rd Ave to the end of the cul-de-sac.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 526 N 3rd Ave
General
- Price: $725,000
- Taxes: $12,322 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12633262
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Pool, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Finished, F
- Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Gas Log
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Humidifier
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Accessible Shower, Full Body Spray Shower
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Equipment: Cable TV, Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Attic Exhaust Fan, Lawn Sprinkler, Air Purifier, Backup Sump Pump, Generator
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Des Plaines
- County: Cook
- Township: Maine
- Driving Directions: If coming from Central, go south on Wolf Road. If coming from Rt 12, go north on Wolf Road. From Wolf Road, go east on Berkshire to 3rd Ave, go south on 3rd Ave to the end of the cul-de-sac.
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: Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Windows: Screens, Bay Window(s), Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Low Emissivity Windows, Tinted Windows, Wood Frames, Some Tilt-In Windows
- Doors: ENERGY STAR Qualified Doors, Storm Door(s), 36" Minimum Entry Door, 6 Panel Door(s)
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 3,000
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1990
- Remodeled/Updated: 2011
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.225
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 9809
Green Features
- Energy Efficient: Water Heater
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1990
- Tax Amount: $12,322.15
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 9081020180000
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Schools
Schools serving 526 N 3rd 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 | 0.5 mi |
Iroquois Community School 1836 East Touhy Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60018 | K-8 | 3.8 mi |
Chippewa Middle School, Des Plaines, IL 123 North 8th Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016 | 6-8 | 0.5 mi |
Maine West High School 1755 South Wolf Road, Des Plaines, IL 60018 | 9-12 | 2.8 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 526 N 3rd Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$12,045
—
$59,000
20%
2023
$12,045
3%
$49,000
—
2022
$11,728
3%
$49,000
22%
2021
$11,333
1%
$40,199
—
2020
$11,210
1%
$40,199
-10%
2019
$11,098
-8%
$44,666
3%
2018
$12,001
2%
$43,563
—
2017
$11,806
3%
$43,563
—
2016
$11,411
10%
$43,563
18%
2015
$10,385
2%
$36,976
—
2014
$10,183
3%
$36,976
—
2013
$9,911
-8%
$36,976
-19%
2012
$10,809
—
$45,420
—
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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526 N 3rd Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016 (MLS# 12633262) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 3 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 526 N 3rd Avenue is currently listed for $725,000 and was received on May 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 526 N 3rd 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.
