# 657 E. Prairie Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016

> **TL;DR:** 2bd/1ba single family, $299,900 ($375/sqft), built 1947, 800 sqft. Est. $1,603/mo. Listed 7 days.

## Property at a Glance

| Attribute | Value |
|-----------|-------|
| Price | $299,900 |
| Price/sqft | $375 |
| Bedrooms | 2 |
| Bathrooms | 1 full |
| Square Feet | 800 |
| Year Built | 1947 |
| Property Type | Single Family (Single Family Residence) |
| Status | Active |
| Days on Market | 7 |

## Estimated Monthly Costs

| Category | Amount |
|----------|--------|
| Principal & Interest (20% down, 30-year at 6.5%) | $1,516 |
| Estimated Insurance | $87 |
| **Total** | **$1,603** |

## Nearby Schools

- **Elementary:** Terrace Elementary School
- **Middle:** Chippewa Middle School
- **High:** Maine West High School

## Property Highlights

- Built in 1947

## Description

### Agent Description
Nestled on a generous 75-foot-wide lot, 657 E Prairie Ave in Des Plaines is a charming brick ranch that invites your imagination the moment you arrive. The solid brick exterior and classic ranch profile give this home a timeless presence, while the expansive side yard and extra lot open up a world of possibility-expand, reimagine, or start fresh with a custom build. Step inside and feel the warmth of the sun filtering across the hardwood floors, ready for your finishing touches. The living spaces feel bright and welcoming, with natural light streaming through the windows and reflecting off the wood, hinting at how beautiful this home will be once updated. The layout is simple and functional: two comfortable bedrooms, one full bath, and a main living area that can easily be reconfigured to suit modern living. Above, a walk-up attic runs the length of the house, offering that blank-canvas feeling the moment you ascend the stairs. Picture a serene primary suite tucked under the eaves, a cozy office flooded with afternoon light, or a playroom, studio, or media space-the structure is already there, just waiting for you to define it. Below, the full, unfinished basement is clean and waterproofed, offering peace of mind and tremendous potential. The cool, open space is ideal for a future family room, workshop, home gym, storage, or all of the above. Every step echoes with the sense of what this home could become in the right hands. Owned and loved by a long-term owner, this property has the solid, honest feel of a home that has stood the test of time. Outside, the extra lot gives you rare breathing room: imagine a lush garden, a sweeping patio, an expanded footprint, or even a brand-new home that takes full advantage of the land's width and depth. Whether you're dreaming of a thoughtful renovation, a substantial expansion, or a complete rebuild, this cute brick ranch offers an incredibly flexible opportunity in a desirable Des Plaines location. Bring your vision, your contractor, and your ideas-657 E Prairie Ave is ready for its next chapter.

## Location

- **Address:** 657 E. Prairie Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016
- **County:** Cook
- **Neighborhood:** Des Plaines Manor
- **Coordinates:** 42.040092, -87.907931
- **Google Maps:** https://www.google.com/maps?q=42.040092,-87.907931

## Virtual Tour & Media

- **Video Tour:** https://myimageservices.com/657-E-Prairie-Ave

## Listing Agent

- **Name:** Vince Dante
- **Brokerage:** Baird & Warner Real Estate
- **Phone:** 8472780308
- **Broker Phone:** 8473921855

## Photos

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**MLS#:** 12726696 | **Updated:** 2026-10-08
**Source:** listhub

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