1220 S River Road, Des Plaines, IL 60018 (MLS # 12638160)

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Charming, classic, historic character and endless potential come together in this brick bungalow home. Built in 1922, this property welcomes you with a spacious front porch perfect for relaxing and enjoying the beauty of the 200+ year old oak tree that anchors the front yard. Inside, you'll find original hardwood floors, a large sun-filled living room, separate formal dining room, and a generously sized kitchen that functions well today while offering exciting possibilities for future updates. The walk-in pantry is full of charm and ready for your creative vision. The main level features 2 bedrooms and a full bathroom, while the the second floor includes an additional bedroom, abundant storage space, and an unfinished rear section ready for expansion ideas, studio space, home office potential, or additional living area. Enjoy the weather from the enclosed and screened back porch overlooking the large backyard-ideal for gardening, entertaining, or simply enjoying the outdoors. Improvements include: Furnace 2008, Water heater 2008, driveway 2012, washer dryer 2013, roof 2016. Plus, FEMA installed directed check valve system 2013. This is a rare opportunity to own a home filled with timeless character, architectural charm, and room to make it truly your own in a convenient Des Plaines location. Near most everything including nature, transportation, shopping, entertainment, restaurants and award winning schools. Don't wait or you will be too late. See it and make this your home today.

DAYS ON MARKET 1 LAST UPDATED 5/10/2026
YEAR BUILT 1922 COMMUNITY Des Plaines
GARAGE SPACES 2.0 COUNTY Cook
STATUS Active PROPERTY TYPE(S) Single Family

SCHOOLS
School District Maine West High School
Elementary School Central Elementary School
Jr. High School Chippewa Middle School
High School Maine West High School


ADDITIONAL DETAILS
AIR Ceiling Fan(s), Window Unit(s)
AIR CONDITIONING Yes
APPLIANCES Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
AREA Des Plaines
BASEMENT Full, Storage Space, Unfinished, Yes
CONSTRUCTION Brick
GARAGE Attached Garage, Yes
HEAT Hot Water, Steam
LOT 10454 sq ft
LOT DIMENSIONS 199x54
PARKING Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Tandem, Attached, Garage
SEWER Public Sewer
STYLE Bungalow
TAXES 8627.08
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