Welcome to this charming 1 story ranch-style home with a full basement. This is the first time it's available for sale in 61 years! The owners are ready for a new family to make it their own. The main floor has 3 bedrooms, a full bathroom, a sunlit living room with a bay window, and a dining area adjoining the kitchen. The kitchen features a stainless-steel refrigerator, ample cabinetry, and a pantry for storage. Under the carpet lie hardwood floors waiting to be revealed. The partially finished basement awaits your personal decoration touches and updated amenities. Outside, an oversized lot accommodates a large backyard and a side drive leading to a detached garage. Enjoy the convenience of being close to two walking paths, the Prairie Lakes Community Center, Westfield Gardens Park Pace bus route 230, and 2 miles to the Cumberland Metra train station. Please note, that this sale is subject to a reverse mortgage short sale and is being sold in "as-is" condition.
Property Details
Property Features
Property Information:
Architectural Style: Ranch
Year Built: 1962
Living Area: 1,150 SqFt
Listing Office:
Office Name: @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Office Phone: (847) 657-7000
Listing Agent: Donna Plank
Interior Features
Interior Information:
Basement: Yes
Interior: Hardwood Floors
Bedroom and Bathroom Information:
Full Bathrooms: 1
Total Bedroom Count: 3
Exterior Features
Parking Information:
Garage Space: 2 spaces
Attached Garage: No
Lot Features
Lot Information:
Lot Size: 0.19 Acres
Utilities
Utilities Information:
Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Other
Directions Information:
Directions: Mt. Prospect Road North of Oakton to Walnut. East on Walnut to Westgate, North on Westgate to Oakwood. East on Oakwood to 168
Price Information
Listing Price Info
Price Summary:
List Price: $349,900
Price Per SqFt: $304/SqFt
Tax Information:
Annual Amount: $1,792
Tax Year: 2019
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Housing Market Comparison
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This property is $34.9K more than the Median Sold Price and $86/SqFt more than other homes in Des Plaines, IL.
Based on homes sold in the last 12 months
MLS Details
MLS Information:
MLS Name: MRED
MLS Number: #12206950
Listing Office:
Office Name: @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Office Phone: (847) 657-7000
Listing Agent: Donna Plank
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Nearby Schools
7
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Terrace Elementary School
735 S Westgate Rd
Distance between this listing and this school0.24 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
7
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Devonshire Elementary School
1401 Pennsylvania Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.74 miles
Public District Grades KG-5
8
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Forest Elementary School
1375 S 5th Ave
Distance between this listing and this school0.80 miles
Public District Grades PK-5
Nearby Schools
8
/10
Algonquin Middle School
767 E Algonquin Rd
Distance between this listing and this school0.69 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
6
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Friendship Junior High School
550 Elizabeth Ln
Distance between this listing and this school1.09 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
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Chippewa Middle School
123 N 8th Ave
Distance between this listing and this school1.40 miles
Public District Grades 6-8
Nearby Schools
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Maine West High School
1755 S Wolf Rd
Distance between this listing and this school1.15 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
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Maine East High School
2601 Dempster St
Distance between this listing and this school3.03 miles
Public District Grades 9-12
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Prospect High School
801 W Kensington Rd
Distance between this listing and this school3.38 miles
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $85,833. Most Des Plaines, IL residents have annual incomes between $35k-100k. Typical family type is married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
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Frequently Asked Questions About 168 Oakwood Ave
What is the listing price of this property?
The listing price of 168 Oakwood Ave property is $349,900.
What type of property is this?
The property 168 Oakwood Ave is a house located in Des Plaines, Illinois, 60016.
Is this property for sale now?
Accepting Backup Offers: 168 Oakwood Ave is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
What is the annual property tax for this property?
According to the records, the last property tax for 2019 is $1,792 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?
The property at 168 Oakwood Ave has 3 bedrooms and 1 bathroom.
What is the square footage of this property?
The property 168 Oakwood Ave is 1,150 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
Which year was this property built?
The year of construction for 168 Oakwood Ave is 1962.
This home is located at 168 Oakwood Ave in Des Plaines, IL and zip code 60016 in the Westfield Gardens neighborhood. This 1,150 square foot home, which was built in 1962, sits on a 0.19 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 1 bathroom. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since November 09, 2024 and is currently priced at $349,900.
In October 2024 more than 25 listings in Des Plaines, IL were sold above the asking price. During the same period more than 12 listings were sold at asking price, while more than 38 were sold below. The number of listings in Des Plaines, IL increased by 11.7% between September 2024 and October 2024. While the average time on the market in October 2024 was 19 days, the median list price was $315,000.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.