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609 Forest Edge Lane

Des Plaines, IL 60016

$699,000 $2,947/Mo

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Overview

Bed

Bath

2,500

Sqft

1.88

Acres(Lot)

Description

** MOTIVATED SELLER of an inherited family property ** Live on a secluded, semi-private lane in a stunning wooded oasis that combines a country atmosphere with close proximity to the city. This unique gem is located in the vibrant community of Des Plaines, known for its parks, schools, and recreational areas. For the first time in over 40 years, this 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath custom contemporary ranch-style home is on the market. The open floor plan features a large living room with a fireplace, perfect for entertaining. The eat-in kitchen offers a corner window with lovely views, while the spacious second-floor loft, complete with skylights, is ideal for an office or playroom. Enjoy the tranquility of a screened-in porch along with a generous foyer/sitting area. The property boasts a sizable 3- car garage and parking for 6-8 additional vehicles. Surrounded by nature, this home provides easy access to the 294 expressway, O'Hare, and Advocate Lutheran General Hospital, the Des Plaines River Trail and Big Bend Lake. Nestled on a secluded private lane with just two other homes, the wooded area offers opportunities for equestrian use or the development of additional single-family homes or townhomes. This is an excellent opportunity for the next owner, with potential for land partitioning and development. A quick 4-minute drive takes you to downtown Des Plaines and the Metra train station, allowing for a 35-45 minute commute to the city. Choose between Maine East or Maine West for high school. The property is also available for sale as land, providing summer privacy and a winter wonderland. Please see ADDITIONAL INFORMATION to answer floodplain questions.

Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $699,000

AD Id : 76988656

MLS Id : MRD12584516

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 1.88 Acres

Living Area Size : 2,500

Year Built : 1958

Garage : 3

County : Cook

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Features

Bedroom Information

Total Bedroom: 3 Room Types: Foyer, Storage, Enclosed Porch, Screened Porch

Bathroom Information

Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 2 Half Baths: 1

Room Information

Rooms Total: 7

Interior Features

1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Open Floorplan, Dining Combo Roof: Asphalt Laundry Features: Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit

Roofing Information

Asphalt
Flooring Information

Flooring: Carpet Construction Materials: Stucco, Brick Veneer
Heating & Cooling

Heating: Natural Gas Cooling: Central Air, Window Unit(s) WaterSource: Public

Building Information

Year Built: 1958

Lot Information

Lot Dimensions: 330X241X299X260 Lot Description: Cul-De-Sac, Forest Preserve Adjacent, Nature Preserve Adjacent, Irregular Lot, Wooded, Mature Trees, Backs to Trees/Woods Lot Acres: 1.88 Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres

Property Information

Property Type: Residential Style: Ranch Sub Type: Detached Single Type Detached: 1.5 Story,Tear Down

Listing Price Information

Original List Price:$775000

Tax Information

Annual Tax: $15418 Tax Year: 2024 Parcel Number: 09164020390000 Tax Exemption: Homeowner,Senior

Parking Information

Total Parking: 3 Asphalt, Side Driveway, Other, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Garage Information

Garage Space: 3

Homeowners Association Information

Included Fees: None

School Information

Elementary School: North Elementary School Junior High School: Chippewa Middle School Senior High School: Maine East High School
Utility Information

Sewer: Septic Tank Water Source: Public
Location Information

City: Des Plaines Direction: E of 294, S of Ballard

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MLS: MRED #12584516 LISTED BY: Karla Koziura, Baird & Warner 847-491-1855 SOURCE: Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) (Listings courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) as distributed by MLS GRID)