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Property Description
Original owner is moving out and this is your chance to make it your dream home! Opportunity awaits in this spacious 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom tri-level level with sub-basement and big, attached 2+ car garage. SO much living space (and storage) just waiting for your vision! Look what has already been done for you: new CertainTeed asphalt roof (2024, complete tear-off with transferable warranty), new gutters and downspouts with LeafFilter protection (2024), brand new 40-gallon gas water heater (2025), and updated inside-to-main sewer cleanout (2025). Overhead sewer system, annually maintained hot water boiler heating system, and upgraded water and electric meters. Finished sub-basement/rec room with masonry fireplace offers tremendous space for fun, home gym, office, play room, bar or more. This home boasts solid bones and endless potential for anyone looking to add personalized finishing touches. Conveniently located near award winning schools, parks, shopping, and major commuter routes! See this one today before you're too late.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 539 Sandy Ln
General
- Price: $449,665
- Taxes: $2,392 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12766929
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Finished, P
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Basement, Wood-Burning
- Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Oven, Electric Cooktop
- Flooring: Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Equipment: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
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: Elk Grove
- Driving Directions: Dempster/Thacker W of Mt Prospect Rd to Marshall N to Sandy West.
School Information
- School District: 59
- Elem School District: 59
- Midd School District: 59
- High School District: 214
- Elementary School: Brentwood Elementary School
- Middle School: Friendship Junior High School
- High School: Elk Grove High School
- Private School: Elk Grove High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Wall Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Steam
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Split Level
- Architectural Style: Split-Level
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Partial
- Windows: Screens
- Sub-Flooring: Carpet
- Square Feet: 1,894
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1962
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.18
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 66 x 126
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1962
- Tax Amount: $2,392.53
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 8133170040000
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Schools
Schools serving 539 Sandy Ln
School Districts:Township High School District 214, Community Consolidated School District 59
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Brentwood Elementary School, Des Plaines, IL 260 Dulles Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016 | K-5 | 0.4 mi |
Friendship Jr High School 550 Elizabeth Lane, Des Plaines, IL 60018 | 6-8 | 1 mi |
Elk Grove High School 500 West Elk Grove Boulevard, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 | 9-12 | 3.9 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 539 Sandy Ln
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$2,571
—
$43,000
16%
2023
$2,571
1%
$36,999
—
2022
$2,536
-10%
$36,999
44%
2021
$2,832
10%
$25,772
—
2020
$2,580
-1%
$25,772
-10%
2019
$2,595
-12%
$28,636
-7%
2018
$2,938
4%
$30,735
—
2017
$2,834
-16%
$30,735
—
2016
$3,370
-11%
$30,735
12%
2015
$3,780
3%
$27,425
—
2014
$3,660
—
$27,425
—
2013
$3,667
18%
$27,425
-16%
2012
$3,103
—
$32,743
—
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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539 Sandy Lane, Des Plaines, IL 60016 (MLS# 12766929) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 539 Sandy Lane is currently listed for $449,665 and was received on September 30, 2026. Want to learn more about 539 Sandy Lane? 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.

