657 E Prairie Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016

Des Plaines
Local realty services provided by:ERA Naper Realty
657 E Prairie Avenue,Des Plaines, IL 60016
$299,900
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  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Baths
  • 800 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: vincent dante, sandy mueller
Office: baird & warner
MLS#:12726696
Source:MLSNI

Price summary

  • Price:$299,900
  • Price per sq. ft.:$374.88

About this home

Nestled on a generous 75-foot-wide lot, 657 E Prairie Ave in Des Plaines is a charming brick ranch that invites your imagination the moment you arrive. The solid brick exterior and classic ranch profile give this home a timeless presence, while the expansive side yard and extra lot open up a world of possibility-expand, reimagine, or start fresh with a custom build. Step inside and feel the warmth of the sun filtering across the hardwood floors, ready for your finishing touches. The living spaces feel bright and welcoming, with natural light streaming through the windows and reflecting off the wood, hinting at how beautiful this home will be once updated. The layout is simple and functional: two comfortable bedrooms, one full bath, and a main living area that can easily be reconfigured to suit modern living. Above, a walk-up attic runs the length of the house, offering that blank-canvas feeling the moment you ascend the stairs. Picture a serene primary suite tucked under the...

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Home facts

  • Year built:1947
  • Subdivision & Development:Des Plaines Manor
  • Listing ID #:12726696
  • Updated:October 08, 2026 at 08:45 PM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:2
  • Total bathrooms:1
  • Full bathrooms:1
  • Rooms Total:5
  • Dining Description:Combined With Living Room
  • Kitchen Description:Range
  • Basement Description:Full, Unfinished
  • Living area:800 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air
  • Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Asphalt
  • Year built:1947
  • Building area:800 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.2 Acres
  • Architectural Style:Cape Cod
  • Foundation Description:Block
  • Levels:1 Story

Schools

  • High school:Maine West High School
  • Middle school:Chippewa Middle School
  • Elementary school:Terrace Elementary School

Utilities

  • Water:Lake Michigan
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$299,900
  • Price per sq. ft.:$374.88
  • Tax amount:$5,626 (2025)

Features and amenities

  • Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
  • Amenities:Ceiling Fan(s)

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:2
  • Parking description:Concrete, Detached Garage, Garage
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:2
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