1682 Van Buren Avenue
Des Plaines, IL, 60018
$370,000
3 Beds
2 Baths
1,440 SqFt
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Don’t miss the opportunity to own this beautiful bungalow situated in a prime location in the heart of Des Plaines. Nestled on a beautiful residential block, this property offers a unique combination of space, potential, and flexibility-perfect for homeowners, investors, or buyers looking to create their dream home. One of the property’s most exciting features is the additional upper-level space, offering tremendous potential for future expansion, subject to city approval and applicable permits. A new owner may have the opportunity to expand the living area and significantly increase the home’s overall usable space, potentially creating additional living quarters or rental income. The large full basement provides even more possibilities. A convenient side entrance allows access to the basement without going through the main entrance, offering excellent flexibility for future use. The basement also features an additional room that could potentially be transformed into a bedroom, office, recreation room, or other space based on the new owner’s needs, subject to applicable requirements. The property offers plenty of outdoor space, providing numerous possibilities for entertaining, recreation, gardening, or future improvements. A spacious driveway and 2.5-car garage provide ample parking for multiple vehicles. The inviting front porch, rear patio, and beautiful backyard add to the home’s charm and make this property even more desirable. With its prime Des Plaines location, generous lot, spacious basement, garage, and incredible potential for expansion, this is a property with endless possibilities. Bring your vision and make this home your own! Don’t miss this great opportunity-schedule your showing today!””

Property Details

Price:
$370,000
MLS #:
MRD12735438
Status:
Active
Beds:
3
Baths:
2
Type:
Single Family
Neighborhood:
desplaines
Listed Date:
Aug 17, 2026
Finished Sq Ft:
1,440
Year Built:
1930
Des PlainesDesplainesCentral Elementary SchoolChippewa Middle SchoolMaine West High School

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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, Dryer
Bathrooms
2 Full Bathrooms
Cooling
Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s)
Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Interior Features
1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Dining Combo
Laundry Features
Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit

Exterior

Construction Materials
Aluminum Siding
Garage Spaces
2
Other Structures
Garage(s)
Parking Features
Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Parking Spots
2
Parking Total
2
Patio And Porch Features
Deck
Roof
Asphalt
Window Features
All

Financial

HOA Fee Frequency
Not Applicable
HOA Includes
None
Tax Year
2024
Taxes
$8,312

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Community

Market Summary

Current real estate data for Single Family in Des Plaines as of Oct 16, 2026
150
Single Family Listed
50
Avg DOM
266
Avg $ / SqFt
$497,489
Avg List Price

Property Summary

    1682 Van Buren Avenue Des Plaines IL is a Single Family for sale in Des Plaines, IL, 60018. It is listed for $370,000 and features 3 beds, 2 baths, and has approximately 1,440 square feet of living space, and was originally constructed in 1930. The current price per square foot is $257. The average price per square foot for Single Family listings in Des Plaines is $266. The average listing price for Single Family in Des Plaines is $497,489.

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