1241 Fargo Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60018
Local realty services provided by:CENTURY 21 North East
1241 Fargo Avenue,Des Plaines, IL 60018
$505,000
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- - sq. ft.
- Single family
- Sold
Listed by: agnieszka czechura
Office: homesmart connect llc.
MLS#:12743940
Source:MLSNI
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Price summary
- Price:$505,000
About this home
Welcome to this beautifully updated 3bedroom, 2bath split-level home, thoughtfully improved with modern finishes, European-inspired details, and numerous upgrades for added comfort and peace of mind. Step inside through the stylish European-style front door (2026) to a bright and inviting main level (2024) featuring beautiful hardwood floors and an open-concept layout perfect for everyday living and entertaining. The custom-remodeled kitchen (2024) offers stainless steel appliances, modern cabinetry, generous counter space, a reverse-osmosis water filtration system with connection to fridge, and flows seamlessly into the dining and living room areas. An electric fireplace adds warmth and ambiance, while modern blinds throughout complement the home's clean, contemporary style. From the kitchen, step directly into the spacious outdoor area-perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or enjoying summer gatherings. Upstairs, you'll find three comfortable bedrooms and a beautifully remodeled European-style full bathroom (2024) with sleek, contemporary finishes. The lower level offers additional living space with a spacious recreation/family room, a second full bathroom, and a generously sized laundry area with convenient access to the attached heated garage. A dry crawl space provides valuable additional storage. Major improvements include triple-pane windows (2026), a (2024) roof and gutters with downspouts, and a garage door (2024). The home is also equipped with an ADT alarm system, an exterior flood-control system for added peace of mind, and upgraded electrical capacity for connection to a manual backup generator. And the location is hard to beat! Just steps from beautiful Lake Opeka, enjoy scenic walking paths, playgrounds, golf, volleyball, sailing and boating activities, and nearby dining-all practically in your backyard. Move-in ready and extensively updated, this home offers the perfect combination of modern comfort, thoughtful improvements, functional living space, and an incredible location. Come see it and fall in love....
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Home facts
- Year built:1966
- Listing ID #:12743940
- Updated:October 26, 2026 at 08:23 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:3
- Total bathrooms:2
- Full bathrooms:2
- Rooms Total:7
- Bathrooms Description:Separate Shower
- Kitchen Description:Dishwasher, Disposal, Gas Oven, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Basement Description:Finished, Partial
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Natural Gas
- Central air:Yes
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt
- Year built:1966
- Lot Features:Corner Lot, Landscaped
- Foundation Description:Concrete Perimeter
- Levels:Split Level
Schools
- High school:Maine West High School
- Middle school:Iroquois Community School
- Elementary school:Plainfield Elementary School
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$505,000
- Tax amount:$7,756 (2025)
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
- Amenities:Backup Sump Pump, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Security System, Sump Pump
Parking
- Total parking spaces:4
- Parking description:Attached Garage, Concrete, Driveway, Garage, Off Street
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:2
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