Description
Discover this beautifully maintained brick ranch, lovingly cared for by its long-term owner, offering exceptional charm, thoughtful updates, and generous space in the highly desirable Cumberland Highlands neighborhood of Des Plaines. The pride of ownership is unmistakable. A wide, newly redone driveway (2021) leads to a spacious 2.5-car garage with a workshop-perfect for storage or hobbies. Inside, enjoy gleaming hardwood floors, with all bedrooms currently carpeted but featuring hardwood underneath. The main level offers 3 comfortable bedrooms and a full bath. At the same time, the fully finished basement adds a 4th bedroom and a 2nd full bathroom, a cozy recreation room, and abundant built-in cabinetry-ideal for extended living, recreation, or guests. The kitchen features newer appliances, including a 2024 dishwasher, a 2024 refrigerator, and a washer/dryer under 5 years old. Step outside to your newer covered deck (2022), overlooking a private and inviting backyard complete with a charming firepit-perfect for gatherings, summer evenings, or peaceful relaxation. Close to transportation, highways, shopping, and everyday conveniences, this home offers both comfort and an unbeatable lifestyle. A lovingly cared-for gem you won’t want to miss!
- Listing Courtesy of: RE/MAX City
Details
Updated on December 11, 2025 at 8:47 pm- Property ID: MRD12528067
- Price: $420,000
- Property Size: 1017 Sq Ft
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Year Built: 1960
- Property Type: Single Family
- Property Status: New
- Parking Total: 2.5
- Parcel Number: 09071090110000
- Water Source: Lake Michigan,Public
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Days On Market: 1
- Basement Bedroom(s): 1
- Basement Bath(s): Yes
- Cumulative Days On Market: 1
- Tax Annual Amount: 555.08
- Roof: Asphalt
- Cooling: Central Air
- Electric: Circuit Breakers,100 Amp Service
- Asoc. Provides: None
- Appliances: Range,Microwave,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer,Disposal
- Parking Features: Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
- Room Type: Recreation Room
- Stories: 1 Story
- Directions: West of Mt.Prospect, North of Northwest Hwy
- Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
- Living Area Source: Appraiser
- Elementary School: Cumberland Elementary School
- Middle Or Junior School: Chippewa Middle School
- High School: Maine West High School
- Township: Maine
- ConstructionMaterials: Brick
- Subdivision Name: Cumberland Highlands
- Asoc. Billed: Not Required
Address
Open on Google Maps- Address 517 Amherst
- City Des Plaines
- State/county IL
- Zip/Postal Code 60016
- Country Cook
Overview
- Single Family
- 3
- 2
- 1017
- 1960
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