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Property Description
**MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED. BEST & FINAL DUE MONDAY, 4/28/25 AT NOON CST** Welcome to this delightful Cape Cod-style home that blends vintage character with modern updates for today. From the inviting front porch & arched entryways to the sunfilled interior, this home is full of warmth and charm. On the main floor, you'll fall in love with the remodeled Kitchen, featuring crisp white cabinetry, sleek backsplash, stainless steel appliances, a classic farm sink, and a window overlooking the park...perfect for keeping an eye on the kids while they play. The Kitchen has granite countertops & large breakfast bar with an open concept into the Dining Area, with room for the whole family to gather. The gracious Living Room, complete with a bayed window & built-ins, is the ideal setting for movie nights & quiet evenings in. A versatile Home Office or 4th Bedroom and a stylish, updated Full Bathroom complete the first floor. Upstairs, the spacious Primary Suite is your private retreat, offering a Walk-In Closet and room for a home office if desired. Two additional bedrooms boast charm and character, and the remodeled full bathroom is a showstopper with subway tile, a sleek glass shower door, marble hex tile flooring, and a handsome vanity. The Walk-Out Basement is full of potential...currently used as a home gym and workshop, but easily transformable into additional living space. Right off of the Kitchen, is a French door onto the fabulous screened-in porch, overlooking the fenced backyard...a perfect spot to relax and entertain. Extras abound, including hardwood floors throughout, many newer windows, a 1.5-car garage with an expanded driveway (great for basketball games!), a large yard with a firepit for summer nights, and a flower bed ready for your summer planting. Perennial blooms surround the property making it a true standout on a lovely block. All of this next door to an awesome newer tot lot, where the kids play & families gather. A prime location...close to downtown, shopping, dining, and amenities you'll enjoy for years to come. Don't miss your chance to call this charming home your own!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 974 S 2nd Ave
General
- Sold For: $450,000
- Taxes: $6,249 (2023)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12346455
- Added to Site: 268 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Equipment: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1.5
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Concrete, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Parking On-Site: Yes
Location
- Area: Des Plaines
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: Dempster/Thacker to 2nd Ave, go South to home on your right.
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: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Cape Cod
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Exterior Entry, Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 1,682
- Sq. Ft. Source: Other
- Year Built: 1948
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1607
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 140
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1948
- Tax Amount: $6,249.03
- Tax Year: 2023
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 9201090240000
Listed by @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Sold by Baird & Warner
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Schools
Schools serving 974 S 2nd Ave
School Districts:Des Plaines Community Consolidated School District 62, Maine Township High School District 207
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Forest Elementary School, Des Plaines, IL 1375 S 5th Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018 | PK-5 | 0.6 mi |
Algonquin Middle School, Des Plaines, IL 767 East Algonquin Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016 | 6-8 | 0.5 mi |
Maine West High School 1755 South Wolf Road, Des Plaines, IL 60018 | 9-12 | 1 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 974 S 2nd Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/30/2025
Sold
$450,000
12.78%
MLS
4/25/2025
Listed
$399,000
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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.
974 S 2nd Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016 (MLS# 12346455) is a Single Family property that was sold at $450,000 on May 30, 2025. Want to learn more about 974 S 2nd 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.

