Bring your decorating ideas to this charming mid-century ranch in Des Plaines! This 1,650 sq. ft. home features 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, hardwood floors throughout, and an abundance of closet space. The split entry leads into a bright family room boasting a vaulted ceiling, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a wood-burning fireplace. The galley kitchen is accented by a horizontal wall of windows and a new sliding side door. The primary bedroom offers an ensuite bathroom with a skylight and double vanity, along with double doors leading to an outdoor deck. Home sits on a 12,000 sq foot lot with a long driveway, a backyard, and a detached 3 car garage. No basement, only a crawlspace in the mechanical room. 2024 updates include a new roof, hot water heater, living room windows, and kitchen slider. Home being sold As-Is and has amazing updating opportunities both inside and out!
Est. $2,243 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 1280 S River Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12632604
Jun 23, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$350,000
$212/sq ft
May 9, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - No Showings)
—
Apr 30, 2026
Listed (Active)
$349,000
$212/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 13, 1993
Sold
$134,500
$82/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 6, 1978
Sold
$75,000
$45/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$7,391 (+3.2%)
$10,800 + $25,200
$36,000
2022
$7,165 (+26.0%)
$9,600 + $24,400
$34,000
2021
$5,688 (−15.1%)
$7,800 + $16,698
$24,498
2020
$6,699 (+3.3%)
$7,800 + $19,952
$27,752
2019
$6,487 (−12.7%)
$7,800 + $22,476
$30,276
2018
$7,428 (+34.8%)
$6,900 + $17,936
$24,836
2017
$5,512 (−20.1%)
$6,900 + $17,936
$24,836
2016
$6,901 (+15.0%)
$6,900 + $17,936
$24,836
2015
$5,999 (+31.3%)
$6,000 + $13,846
$19,846
2014
$4,570 (+3.3%)
$6,000 + $13,846
$19,846
2013
$4,426 (−27.7%)
$6,000 + $13,846
$19,846
2012
$6,124 (+2.8%)
$6,900 + $19,914
$26,814
2011
$5,959 (+0.5%)
$6,900 + $19,914
$26,814
2010
$5,929 (+7.1%)
$6,900 + $19,914
$26,814
2009
$5,534 (+12.4%)
$6,000 + $24,530
$30,530
2008
$4,925 (+16.9%)
$9,600 + $25,094
$34,694
2007
$4,214
$9,600 + $25,094
$34,694
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.28 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,650
Year built
1958
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
09213030370000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 15, 2026.
R-1
Single-Family Residential District
The purpose of the R-1 Single-Family Residential District is to provide for and preserve single-family residential environments at the lowest density within the City.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Senior
Educational/school
Library
Park & open space
Oct 28, 2024 • Final
Residential
Work on windows and doors for a residential building.
Remodel
Aug 26, 2022 • Final
Residential
Repair and replace the roof on a residential building.
Roofing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 3
# of Parking (Total): 3
Parking Features: Concrete, Detached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 10
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 9
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: COMBO
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Galley,Breakfast Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 16 x 8
Flooring: Parquet
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 3
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Porcelain Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 23 x 14
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 21 x 11
Window Treatments: Skylight(s)
Flooring: Hardwood
Bath: Full
Additional Rooms Information
Attic: Unfinished
Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
Basement: Crawl Space
Laundry Features: Main Level, In Unit
Interior Features
Interior Features: Dining Combo
# of Rooms: 6
Window Features: Skylight(s)
Flooring: Hardwood
Equipment
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Cooktop
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Living Room
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck
Building Information
Living Area Source: Estimated
Age: 61-70 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Brick, Frame
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1 Story
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
General Information: School Bus Service
Parcel Number: 09213030370000
Lot Information
Dimensions: 12000
Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
Lot Size Source: County Records
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,568
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior
Financial Information
Finance Code: Cash
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 62
Middle Or Junior School District: 62
High School District: 207
Location Information
Township: Maine
Corporate Limits: Des Plaines
Directions: Property on the west side of River Road; between Van Buren and Whitcomb
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,650
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.28 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1958
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 09213030370000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 15, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
Central Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi
8/10
Iroquois Community School
Public K-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
8/10
Maine West High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
9/10
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Climate risks
9/10 Flood Factor
Estimated 80%+ chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Des Plaines, IL • 60018
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
69/ 100
Moderate sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be some shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
7 hrs
4.8 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$471,000 – $570,000
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