517 Amherst Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60016

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517 Amherst Avenue,Des Plaines, IL 60016
$431,500
  • 4 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • - sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Sold
Listed by: jolanta brosko-osika, monika luterek
Office: re/max city
MLS#:12528067
Source:MLSNI

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Price summary

  • Price:$431,500

About this home

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

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Home facts

  • Year built:1960
  • Listing ID #:12528067
  • Added:43 day(s) ago
  • Updated:January 23, 2026 at 08:36 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:4
  • Total bathrooms:2
  • Full bathrooms:2

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air
  • Heating:Natural Gas

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Asphalt
  • Year built:1960

Schools

  • High school:Maine West High School
  • Middle school:Chippewa Middle School
  • Elementary school:Cumberland Elementary School

Utilities

  • Water:Lake Michigan, Public
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$431,500
  • Tax amount:$6,661 (2024)
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