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Property Description
Now available, a rare opportunity to acquire a truly distinctive estate home, ready for remodel and updates. Encompassing over 4,300 square feet, this home captivates with its unique character throughout. Solid construction, this brick house offers exceptional potential and value.The expansive first-floor kitchen includes an eating area, original custom built-ins, a large picture window, and a fireplace, creating a warm and inviting atmosphere. The living and dining rooms are bright and sunny. All rooms are large. And many have custom built-in seating areas, custom shelving built-ins and many of the rooms have hardwood floors. The huge second floor provides an additional 2 bedrooms and substantial living spaces including a comfortable sitting room with its own fireplace, offering a quiet retreat. You will be amazed at all the storage areas. Outdoors, the large backyard and patio provide a peaceful setting perfect for entertaining or relaxing. Oversized heated 2 1/2 car garage. With one-of-a-kind architectural details, this home presents a remarkable opportunity. Zoned heating. (Home sits on 3 lots) Property is in great shape. Being sold AS IS.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 787 E Golf Rd
General
- Price: $536,000
- Taxes: $15,089 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12551360
- Updated: 2/13/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Sidewalks
Interior
- Basement: None
- Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Built-in Features, Paneling
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 3
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Great Room, Kitchen, Wood-Burning
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High-End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Electric Cooktop
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2.1
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Des Plaines
- County: Cook
- Township: Maine
- Driving Directions: Golf Rd. west of Rt 12 intersection to home at 787 E. Golf Rd, Des Plaines
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: Steam
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick, Cedar
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Cedar
- Basement Desc.: None
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 4,380
- Sq. Ft. Source: Appraiser
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 136 x 110 x 150 x 132
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Corner Lot
- Fencing (Description): Wood
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Tax Amount: $15,089.7
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 9074220040000
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Schools
Schools serving 787 E Golf Rd
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 | 0.1 mi |
Iroquois Community School 1836 East Touhy Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60018 | K-8 | 3.3 mi |
Chippewa Middle School, Des Plaines, IL 123 North 8th Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016 | 6-8 | 0.2 mi |
Maine West High School 1755 South Wolf Road, Des Plaines, IL 60018 | 9-12 | 2.3 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 787 E Golf Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
2/13/2026
Listed
$536,000
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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.
Tax History
Tax History for 787 E Golf Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$6,606
3%
$28,038
—
2022
$6,423
19%
$28,038
36%
2021
$5,414
1%
$20,610
—
2020
$5,384
—
$20,610
-11%
2019
$5,405
-4%
$23,171
6%
2018
$5,637
2%
$21,941
—
2017
$5,553
1%
$21,941
—
2016
$5,502
8%
$21,941
15%
2015
$5,078
2%
$19,045
—
2014
$4,985
3%
$19,045
—
2013
$4,845
12%
$19,045
-1%
2012
$4,317
—
$19,284
—
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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787 E Golf Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016 (MLS# 12551360) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 787 E Golf Road is currently listed for $536,000 and was received on February 13, 2026. Want to learn more about 787 E Golf Road? 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.

