3 Bedroom Home For Sale in Des Plaines, IL

3 / 2, Single-Family Home in Des Plaines, IL

Dont be deceived by the quaint exterior of this raised ranch; inside, its even more spacious than you could imagine! Both the home and the lot are deceptively small from the front, but enormous once you get past the entrance. A pie-shaped lot, this property extends from 50 feet of road frontage to a 90-foot-wide backyard with a tru-link fence, a storage shed and a large two-tier deck! Set on almost a third of an acre, this agent-owned home boasts a brand-new tear-off roof, just installed three months ago. Decorative landscaping complements the crisp exterior, with a walkway leading to the front. For convenient parking, the detached two-and-a-half-car garage is easily accessible. Many upgrades also appear inside, where the spacious living areas include three bedrooms, two baths and a back addition onto the home. The upgraded windows look brand-new, adding elegance throughout. Step up to the entry, where you can walk into the stunning living room, which is reminiscent of a country getaway! This well-designed space boasts beamed ceilings, wood-paneled walls and an exposed faux-brick archway leading to the kitchen. A wood-burning fireplace creates a marvelous focal point, and huge picture windows with custom treatments draw in natural light, brightening this incredibly inviting room. At the back of the home, the homes addition includes the kitchen, a guest bedroom and the deck/gazebo. These add-ons highlight the surprisingly enormous feel this home offers! Newer, professional-grade, stainless steel appliances add efficiency and style to the kitchen, which offers wood cabinets and gleaming hardwood floors. Attached, the eat-in area enjoys ample natural light and room for a nice-sized table. Chair-rail detail decorates the walls, with neutral colors throughout. Continuing the unique design throughout, all three bedrooms showcase wood-paneled walls, including the spacious, carpeted master. The third bedroom, a guest room, is located behind the eat-in kitchen, near the side door to the garage. Currently used as an office, this versatile space is part of the additions made to the layout and could work for a variety of uses. Recently remodeled, both full bathrooms service these rooms nicely. Stained glass bifold doors provide access from the living room to the full, finished basement, which enjoys lots of light and includes a wood-burning fireplace with slate surround. One of the bathrooms is on this level, showcasing recent remodeling, and theres a wet bar, ideal for entertaining. Also on this level is the laundry room, where the side-by-side washer/dryer are negotiable. Plus, yet another bonus of this residence is the included security system.Enjoy the outdoors in your amazing screened-in gazebo, where the furniture is negotiable. This practically endless backyard space offers all kinds of outdoor recreation opportunities! From beginning to end, this spacious home has been made to impress! Its large layout maximizes living space, and the outdoor deck/gazebo provide ideal spaces for seasonal entertaining. Compounding this propertys value is its outstanding location, near everything you could want! It boasts easy access to many expressways: 294, 88, 355, 83 and the Metra! Des Plaines is a thriving community, within 30 minutes of downtown Chicago, Midway Airport and OHare. With two golf courses, a water park, annual events and a revitalized downtown, Des Plaines makes a wonderful place to call home. Come see for yourself! Call now for your private showing! Take the virtual tour at www.buyowner.com & enter C H I 15277.