About This Home

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 426 Amherst Avenue in Des Plaines, IL is listed for $499,900 ($288 per sqft). Built in 1960, the home offers 1,738 sqft of living space on a N/A lot.

Key Features

  • Built in 1960
  • 2 stories
  • 1 parking spaces
  • Fireplace

Property Details

2 stories
2 full
1-car garage
1960

Amenities

FireplaceHardwoodA/C
Listing Description

Beautifully maintained and impressive 3-bedroom, 2-bath split-level home offering almost 1,800 sq ft of living space, tucked away on a quiet side street in Des Plaines. Step inside to a bright, open and inviting layout filled with natural light. Hardwood floors throughout, dramatic cathedral ceilings, skylights and a beautiful marble fireplace add character and warmth.

The modern kitchen features plenty of cabinetry and stainless steel appliances, while the separate dining room flows into a spectacular sun-filled 4-season room surrounded by windows - the perfect place to relax or entertain while enjoying views of the huge, super-private fenced backyard.

The upper level features 3 bedrooms, including a spacious primary bedroom with a private full ceramic bath. The lower level offers a comfortable family/rec room and an additional full bathroom with shower. An attached 1-car garage, additional parking and an oversized deck complete the home.

Recent energy-efficiency and home-performance improvements include added insulation in the exterior walls, attic, floors and crawl space, air sealing, duct insulation and repairs, weatherstripping, HVAC servicing and more. Great location near the Mount Prospect border - approximately 10 minutes to the Metra station, with easy access to I-90, O'Hare International Airport, shopping, dining and more. Great indoor and outdoor living, tons of natural light and a huge private fenced backyard make this home a must-see

Monthly Cost Estimate

$2,674/mo

20% down · 6.5% · 30 years

Principal$362
Interest$2,166
Insurance$146

Estimates only. Actual payments may vary.

Location

426 Amherst Avenue

Des Plaines, IL 60016

Features & Amenities

Interior Features

Vaulted Ceiling(s)

Property Details

Flooring

Hardwood

Construction

Aluminum Siding Vinyl Siding Brick

Outdoor Features

Deck

Parking

GarageOpen

Heating

Forced AirNatural Gas

Cooling

Central Air

Appliances

RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryer

Questions & Answers

This 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom single family at 426 Amherst Avenue is listed at $499,900 ($288/sqft). The estimated monthly payment is $2,674 based on 20% down, a 30-year loan at 6.5% interest, estimated insurance.

Key features include: Built in 1960, 2 stories, 1 parking spaces, Fireplace. Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s).

This property is listed by Ted Krzysztofiak.

TK

Ted Krzysztofiak

Agent at RE/MAX City

Listed by RE/MAX City · Broker phone: (773) 775-0600 · View on Broker Site · Broker website

MLS# 12768921· Source: Midwest Real Estate Data, LLC· 34 days on PropertySimple

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426 Amherst Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016

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