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$489,000

  • Sold
  • Closed
  • Townhouse
  • 3 Beds
  • 3 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 12 days ago
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Rarely available and beautifully maintained, this 3-bedroom, 3.5-bath brick townhouse lives like a single-family home. The gracious living room with a cozy fireplace is perfect for holidays and warm gatherings. The kitchen features beautiful oak cabinets, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, hardwood floors extending through the living and dining rooms, and large windows that fill the home with natural light. The kitchen opens to an inviting eating area and dining room, with sliding doors leading to a private balcony-an ideal spot for a quiet retreat. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite offers a cathedral ceiling, walk-in closet, two-person jetted soaking tub, and separate shower. Two additional bedrooms and a full bath complete the second level. A second-floor laundry hookup provides added convenience. You will love entertaining or relaxing on the expansive 20x20 deck with an adjoining penthouse wet bar. The finished lower level provides flexible space for a recreation room, office, or guest accommodations, and a full bath. Additional highlights include a 2-car attached garage, new garage heater (2025), furnace (2021), new fridge (2024) lower-floor laundry, and a convenient powder room. A brand-new roof was installed in 2024. Situated in a highly desirable area, this home is within easy walking distance to downtown Des Plaines-just half a mile from the Metra station, public library, restaurants, and grocery stores. Enjoy comfort, convenience, and a true sense of home.

Full Property Details for 648 1st Ave

General

  • Sold For: $489,000
  • HOA FEE: $240/month
  • Taxes: $7,654 (2023)
  • Status: Closed
  • Type: Townhouse
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12517715
  • Added to Site: 58 day(s) ago

Interior

  • Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Storage
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning, Gas Starter
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Oven, Gas Oven, Range Hood, Humidifier
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Full Bathrooms: 3
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Double Sink

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 3

Additional Information

  • Shared Amenities: Sundeck, Ceiling Fan
  • Equipment: Fire Sprinklers, Sump Pump

Exterior

  • Exterior Features: Balcony

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Shared Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Location

  • Area: Des Plaines
  • County: Cook
  • Driving Directions: 3 BLOCKS SOUTH OF NW HWY; 3 BLOCKS WEST OF GRACELAND

School Information

  • School District: 62
  • Midd School District: 62
  • Elementary School: Forest Elementary School
  • Middle School: Algonquin Middle School
  • High School: Maine West High School
  • Private School: Maine West High School

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: Insurance, Lawn Care, Snow Removal
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pet Restrictions: Cats OK, Dogs OK, Number Limit, Size Limit, / 999lbs.
  • Mgmt. Company: Westward 360 Yvonneb@westward360.com

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
  • Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air

Utilities

  • Water: Lake Michigan

Structural Information

  • Structure Type: Townhouse (2-Story), T3 Townhouse (3 or More Stories), Townhouse (Tri-level)
  • Construction: Brick
  • Exterior Const.: Brick
  • Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Windows: Screens
  • Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
  • Entry Floor Number: 1
  • Stories/Levels: 4
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Not Reported
  • Year Built: 2006

Unit Information

  • Units in Building: 1

Lot Features

  • Lot Dimensions: 22 x 44
  • Lot Features: Landscaped

Financial Considerations

  • Association Fee: $240
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
  • Parking Included: Yes
  • Assessment Year: 2006
  • Tax Amount: $7,654.58
  • Tax Year: 2023

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple with Homeowners Association
  • Property ID: 9173180570000

Listed by Baird & Warner
Sold by Enterprise Realty Brokers Inc

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Schools serving 648 1st Ave

School Districts:Des Plaines Community Consolidated School District 62, Maine Township High School District 207
NameGradesDistance
Forest Elementary School, Des Plaines, IL
1375 S 5th Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018
PK-51 mi
Algonquin Middle School, Des Plaines, IL
767 East Algonquin Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016
6-80.9 mi
Maine West High School
1755 South Wolf Road, Des Plaines, IL 60018
9-121.5 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 648 1st Ave

Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/30/2025
Sold
$489,000
—
MLS
11/18/2025
Listed
$489,000
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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.

Listed by Baird & Warner
Sold by Enterprise Realty Brokers Inc

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648 1st Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016 (MLS# 12517715) is a Townhouse property that was sold at $489,000 on December 30, 2025. Want to learn more about 648 1st Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse 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.