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Single family home for sale at 1682 Van Buren Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018 | MLS# 12735438 | Listing updated on 2026-08-23
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$370,000

Monthly Est:$1,842

  • Beds Icon3 Beds
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    2 Baths
  • Beds Icon1,440sqft

1682 Van Buren Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60018

$1,842/moEst:

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  • Single Family Residence

  • Built in 1930

  • $-- HOA

  • -- sqft lot

  • $257/sq.ft

Description

Don't miss the opportunity to own this beautiful bungalow situated in a prime location in the heart of Des Plaines. Nestled on a beautiful residential block, this property offers a unique combination of space, potential, and flexibility-perfect for homeowners, investors, or buyers looking to create their dream home. One of the property's most exciting features is the additional upper-level space, offering tremendous potential for future expansion, subject to city approval and applicable permits. A new owner may have the opportunity to expand the living area and significantly increase the home's overall usable space, potentially creating additional living quarters or rental income. The large full basement provides even more possibilities. A convenient side entrance allows access to the basement without going through the main entrance, offering excellent flexibility for future use. The basement also features an additional room that could potentially be transformed into a bedroom, office, recreation room, or other space based on the new owner's needs, subject to applicable requirements. The property offers plenty of outdoor space, providing numerous possibilities for entertaining, recreation, gardening, or future improvements. A spacious driveway and 2.5-car garage provide ample parking for multiple vehicles. The inviting front porch, rear patio, and beautiful backyard add to the home's charm and make this property even more desirable. With its prime Des Plaines location, generous lot, spacious basement, garage, and incredible potential for expansion, this is a property with endless possibilities. Bring your vision and make this home your own! Don't miss this great opportunity-schedule your showing today!""

  • Houzeo last checked: 10 hours ago
  • Listing updated: August 23, 2026 at 5:06 am
  • Listing Provided by: Sikder Imam (312) 647-6839 | Century 21 Universal (773) 465-0300
  • Source: MRED MLS-IL | MLS#: 12735438 MRED MLS-IL

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Single Family Residence

  • No. of Stories

    -

  • County

    Cook County

  • City

    Des Plaines

  • Neighborhood

    --

  • Year Built

    1930

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    1,440 sqft

  • Lot Size

    -- sqft lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    MRED MLS

  • MLS Number

    12735438

  • MLS Status

    Active

  • Days on Market

    52

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Location

Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 3

    Bathrooms: 2

  • Bonus Room

    Level: Basement

    Area: 165.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 15X11

  • Foyer

    Level: Main

    Area: 77.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 11X7

  • Bedroom 2

    Level: Main

    Area: 132.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 12X11

  • Bedroom 3

    Level: Main

    Area: 100.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 10X10

  • Dining Room

    Level: Main

    Area: 132.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 12X11

  • Kitchen

    Level: Main

    Area: 216.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 12X18

  • Laundry

    Level: Main

    Area: 121.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 11X11

  • Living Room

    Level: Main

    Area: 252.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 21X12

  • Master Bedroom

    Level: Main

    Area: 130.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 13X10

Interior

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Appliances

    Range, Refrigerator, Dryer

  • Interior Features

    1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk In Closet(s), Dining Combo

  • Window Features

    All

  • Heating

    Natural Gas, Forced Air

  • Cooling

    Window Unit(s), Wall Unit(s)

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1930

  • Home type

    Single Family Residence

  • Foundation Details

    Block

  • Roof

    Asphalt

  • Construction Materials

    Aluminum Siding

Utilities & Energy

  • Parking Features

    Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

  • Water Source

    Lake Michigan, Public

  • Laundry Features

    Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit

  • Basement

    Unfinished, Full

Other Features

  • Patio And Porch Features

    Deck

Price History

DateEventPrice

08/17/2026

Source: mls_logoMRED MLS-IL #MRD12735438

Listed for Sale

$370,000

$257/sqft

Getting Around 1682 Van Buren Ave

Bike Score®

Bike Score

Bikeable

56/100

Walk Score®

Walk Score

Somewhat Walkable

56/100

Transit Score®

Transit Score

Some Transit

42/100

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