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Property Description
Welcome to this 3 bedroom brick ranch ideally situated in a quiet cul-de-sac with a fenced yard backing West Park, offering privacy and green space views. The rare walk-out basement provides excellent potential for additional living space, recreation, or related living. Vintage charm is found throughout with wood-framed windows, crown moldings, hardwood floors, and wood panel doors with glass knobs. The kitchen features a built-in hutch and classic farmhouse sink retaining its timeless character. The primary bedroom includes a deep cedar-lined closet, while the third bedroom offers custom wood built-in drawers for added storage. With some TLC, this well built home presents a wonderful opportunity to restore and enhance its original charm. Being sold in as-is condition.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 556 Orchard Ct
General
- Sold For: $340,000
- Taxes: $2,123 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12569152
- Added to Site: 51 day(s) ago
Interior
- Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Equipment: TV Antenna, Security System
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Des Plaines
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: S Wolf Road to Greenview Ave to Orchard Court and home.
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: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full, Walk-Out Access
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 1,068
- Sq. Ft. Source: Plans
- Year Built: 1930
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Manufactured Home
- Model: Ranch w basement
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.152
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 135 x 51 x 130
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1930
- Tax Amount: $2,123
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 9184030140000
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Schools
Schools serving 556 Orchard Ct
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 | 0.6 mi |
Iroquois Community School 1836 East Touhy Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60018 | K-8 | 2.7 mi |
Chippewa Middle School, Des Plaines, IL 123 North 8th Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi |
Maine West High School 1755 South Wolf Road, Des Plaines, IL 60018 | 9-12 | 1.5 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 556 Orchard Ct
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
3/19/2026
Sold
$340,000
7.94%
MLS
2/17/2026
Listed
$315,000
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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.
556 Orchard Court, Des Plaines, IL 60016 (MLS# 12569152) is a Single Family property that was sold at $340,000 on March 19, 2026. Want to learn more about 556 Orchard Court? 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.

