Welcome to this stunning all-brick home offering exceptional curb appeal, spacious living, and thoughtful updates throughout. With 4,136 square feet of above grade living space, this impressive residence provides an ideal layout for everyday living and entertaining. The gracious entry opens to a welcoming Living Room that flows into the spacious Dining Room and oversized Family Room, featuring soaring vaulted ceilings and abundant natural light. The Chef's Kitchen is beautifully appointed with granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, abundant cabinetry, pantry, and a center island. Sliding doors lead to all new decking and a beautifully fenced backyard, creating the perfect setting for outdoor dining and gatherings. The first floor also features a private and spacious bedroom, a full bath, and a huge mudroom with laundry conveniently located next to the three-car garage. Upstairs, the enormous Primary Suite features vaulted ceilings, two custom walk-in closets, and a luxurious private bath with a soaking tub and multi-spray shower. Three additional bright bedrooms and two full baths complete the second level. The full unfinished basement offers tremendous potential for future living, recreation, storage, or additional finished space. A new HVAC system installed in 2021 adds valuable peace of mind. Outside, enjoy the beautifully landscaped, fenced backyard-perfect for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying the outdoors. Ideally located within walking distance to Prairie Lakes Park and Terrace Elementary School, this exceptional home combines generous space, functionality, and an outstanding setting.
Norma, located between Oakton Street and Dempster Street, is a residential and commuter-friendly Des Plaines neighborhood with tree-lined blocks and a Metra-adjacent rhythm. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Des Plaines Metra Station and Miner Street, where coffee counters, small eateries, and storefront services set a steady weekday pace. Housing reads as classic Chicago-suburban: brick ranches, tidy Cape Cods, and mid-century splits with deep setbacks and mature maples. The Des Plaines History Center anchors local storytelling in a compact museum setting. The Des Plaines Theatre adds marquee-lit nights and touring acts to the calendar. Trails and open lawns at Lake Park and nearby greenways keep the landscape feeling spacious.
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Market insights
136 Oakwood Ave · $929,000
DAYS ON MARKET
35 days
The average home goes pending in 51 days.
SALE-TO-LIST
100.6%
Most homes are selling 1% above list price.
LIST PRICE
$929,000
Median sale price in this area is $413,643. (55% lower than this home)
PRICE DROP
0 price drops
14% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.
Property details
Interior
Exterior
Finance
Kitchen
Bathroom
Bedroom
Living
Dining
Interior features
First-floor bedroom and first-floor full bath
Walk-in closets
Granite counters
Separate dining room
Unfinished attic
Unfinished full basement
One wood-burning fireplace in the family room
Nine total rooms
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms (master bedroom on the second floor)
Bedroom sizes include 19 x 20 (master), 17 x 12, 13 x 13, 11 x 14, and 13 x 12
Bathrooms
4 full bathrooms and 1 half bathroom
Bathrooms include whirlpool tub, separate shower, double sinks, and soaking tub
Kitchen
Kitchen with island, breakfast bar and table space
Butler pantry and walk-in pantry
Granite counters
Stainless steel appliances
Cooktop, double oven, oven, range hood, microwave, dishwasher, and disposal
Laundry & utility
Main-level laundry with gas dryer hookup, utility sink, and in-unit washer and dryer
Flooring
Hardwood flooring throughout main living areas and bedrooms
Ceramic tile in the laundry room
Heating & cooling
Forced-air natural gas heating
Central air conditioning
Sump pump
Exterior features
Balcony
Neighborhood amenities include park, pool, and lake access
Streets with curbs, sidewalks, street lights, and paved roads
Home design
Detached single-family home
Two-story residence
Fee simple ownership
Age approximately 21–25 years
Parking
Attached garage (garage owned) with 3 garage spaces
Concrete driveway and garage with door opener
Construction
Brick construction
Utilities
Public water
Public sewer
Electric service with circuit breakers
HOA & community
Master association fee not required
Other
Property offers commuter access (bus and train) and nearby interstate access
Electricity and solar
View estimated energy costs and solar savings for this home
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
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk 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 100° 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 • 60016
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Sun exposure
85/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.7 hrs
6.1 hrs
JuneDecember
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Redfin Estimate for 136 Oakwood Ave
We cannot show automated home-value estimates for this home.
Nearby homes have recently sold between $455,000 and $611,750.
Nearby comparable homes
The Redfin Estimate uses 6 recent nearby sales, priced between $455K to $612K.