This expanded bungalow has been refreshed inside and out and is located within 2 blocks of the vibrant, expanding Downtown area of Des Plaines. The home features 5 bedrooms and 2 full baths. 2 first floor bedrooms and a full bath makes living on either level convenient. The home features refreshed kitchen and baths, new flooring, and a full unfinished dry basement. There is also crawl space access under the porch outside the home with a sump pump. The exterior of the home has been renewed with new roof, hardy board siding, and paint. Electric upgraded. The full front-porch and backyard deck makes it easy for outdoor living and entertainment. The backyard has a big 2 car garage with carport and/or covered porch, with alley access and extra parking.
Property Details
Price:
$399,000
MLS #:
MRD12677290
Status:
Active
Beds:
5
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Neighborhood:
desplaines
Listed Date:
Jun 13, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
2,216
Year Built:
1921
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Schools
School District:
207
Elementary School:
Central Elementary School
Middle School:
Chippewa Middle School
High School:
Maine West High School
Interior
Appliances
Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
None
Fireplaces Total
1
Heating
Steam, Baseboard
Interior Features
1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
Laundry Features
Gas Dryer Hookup
Exterior
Architectural Style
Bungalow
Community Features
Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Construction Materials
Block
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Off Alley, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Parking Spots
2
Parking Total
2
Roof
Asphalt
Financial
HOA Fee Frequency
Not Applicable
HOA Includes
None
Tax Year
2024
Taxes
$5,411
Map
Community
- Address1638 Oakwood Avenue Des Plaines IL
- CityDes Plaines
- CountyCook
- Zip Code60016
Market Summary
Current real estate data for Single Family in Des Plaines as of Jun 13, 2026
143
Single Family Listed
64
Avg DOM
275
Avg $ / SqFt
$518,307
Avg List Price
Property Summary
- 1638 Oakwood Avenue Des Plaines IL is a Single Family for sale in Des Plaines, IL, 60016. It is listed for $399,000 and features 5 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 2,216 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1921. The current price per square foot is $180. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Des Plaines is $275. The average listing price for Single Family in Des Plaines is $518,307.
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1638 Oakwood Avenue
Des Plaines, IL


