1069 S River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016
OFF MARKET

1069 S River Rd
Des Plaines, IL 60016

  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,728 sqft (on 0.30 acres)
3 Beds
1.5 Baths
1,728 sqft
(on 0.30 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
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Description

WOW! Enjoy this backyard any season with the River, forest preserve and all it' wildlife. This home boasts an open floor plan with lots of natural light, wood moldings solid oak doors, even a large oak pocket door. There's a large front porch to enjoy any day with French doors to gain seasonal additional square footage and enjoy the cool summertime breezes. You'll enjoy entertaining your guests in the living, dining, kitchen and sitting rooms on the first floor or Cuddle up by the fireplace, enjoy the ambiance and the company of a good book. The kitchen has been updated and features, granite countertops, an island with a breakfast bar, a Samsung slide-in gas stainless steel oven/range, a beautiful built-in display case, stained maple hardwood floors, and an eat-in table space. And all of this has picturesque views of the river and lush forest preserve green space. Upstairs, there is a good-sized master bedroom with his and her closets and two tandem bedrooms. Washer and Dryer are on the first floor - no need to go into a basement to wash your clothes and updated overhead sewers complement this home too. There are custom built-in features and period light fixtures that complement the warmth and the feeling of being at home here. The home sits on almost 1/3 of an acre and is perfect for gardening, entertaining or playing in the outdoors on a warm spring day. The views of the river in the summer are spectacular from your patio. Watch or take part in canoeing or kayaking the river, watch the wildlife frolic or try your hand at fishing from your very own shoreline. Walking distance to downtown Des Plaines, the METRA train for easy access to Chicago, the PACE bus stop, the county's forest preserve walking, jogging & bicycling paths and a short drive to the Blue Line CTA stop and O'Hare International Airport. If only the walls could talk in this Beautifully taken care of and preserved historic Des Plaines homes! Check out the details and craftsmanship here and Be the NEW owner of this fine historic home! Virtual Tour Available. Please ask for it.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from May 05, 2021

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
Porch, Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 1069 S River Rd

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Unfinished,FullNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Eating Area, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Other Room, Sitting Room, Storage, Utility Room Lower Level
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1728 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerLaundry: Main LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: SteamHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Wall Unit(s)Has HeatingHeating Fuel: Steam
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Gas Log, Gas Starter, OtherHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: ScreensFlooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
View
Has a ViewView: Water

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Patio, Porch
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageNo Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Asphalt,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
WaterfrontWaterfront: River FrontOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Farm & Range
Includes Irrigation Water Rights

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1902
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bungalow
Building
Construction Materials: Wood SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 09211050090000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $279,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sun Apr 26 2020Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Des Plaines
School Information
Elementary School: Central Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 62Jr High / Middle School: Iroquois Community SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 62High School: Maine West High SchoolHigh School District: 207

Agent Information

Buyer Agent
Buyer Company Name: The KlopasStratton Team

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 2652 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Park, Water Rights, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.30 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 10659908Water ViewWater View: Water

Additional Information

ParkWater RightsCurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Entire Listing DisplaySource Internet Address DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: Yes
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by Donna Plank, CSC, (847) 334-3605
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Bought with: Sophia Klopas, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#10659908

Price History for 1069 S River Rd

DatePriceEventSource
06/03/2020$267,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10659908

Market trends in Des Plaines

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$324K
$6.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.3%
0.3%MoM
Price per sq ft
$227
$0MoM
Available listings
186
23MoM
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What Locals Say about Des Plaines

At least 515 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 84 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 81 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 78 % Say parking is easy

  • 75 % Say car is needed

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 68 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 67 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 66 % Say kids play outside

  • 66 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 66 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 63 % Say it's quiet

  • 58 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say there's wildlife

  • 47 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 29 % Say there are community events

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  • Caroline Wood
    "Great sense of community. Beautiful neighborhood. Lots of beautiful mature trees in the area. Beautiful homes. "
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  • Jasmina Ejupovic
    "Friendly people, clean area, major stores and restaurants in nearby neighborhoods like Rosemont and Mt Prospect, with some major stores in our area. Family friendly and generally quiet, aside from trains and sirens. "
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  • Hyder
    "I am not sure about what dog owners like or not like. I do not like it if the dog owners do not pick up after their dogs. "
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    "I only live about 2.5 miles from work so my commute is short and sweet and I don’t really experience much traffic"
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  • Captzamboni
    "Taste of Des Plaines….Fall Fest are very family oriented. Great place to raise a family. I’ve been a resident since 1993. "
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  • Arroyom617
    "Get kids involved in sports here it’s key for the kids to create friendships and parents can also build friendships as well. "
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  • Brucefran53
    "Very very friendly and well kept up neighborhood. Everyone helps each other. Great senior center and I love the library. It has wonderful programs also. Their website is the best. Des plaines has wonderful schools. Very easy to reach anywhere because of being close to the airport. We also have access to many major highways. Metra is easy to get to here for access to downtown."
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  • Amjdvm98
    "I drive downtown. Its not too bad for a commute. I commute daily snd get on 294 to 90 east. Takes about 40 minutes to my office. "
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  • Man.rodrigues2
    "The owners of dogs would like the parks around. I always see dogs playing. Although most of the buildings in the area doesn’t allow pets. "
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  • Sarah G.
    "I’ve lived around this area for 25 years quiet and clean good place to raise a family and go for walks"
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  • Y.kalamata
    "There a lot of dogs and dog walkers in our area. no dog parks that i know of but the forest preserve is down the street. "
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  • Hyderhash10
    "My neighborhood has easy access to expressways, public transportation and close to the airport and convenient shopping and close to a pharmacy. "
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  • Sperezic
    "great area for starting family and schools are close by and very good I raised my boys here and family in the neighborhood "
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  • Y.kalamata
    "its close to every highway. its very easy to get to and from any where. airport is easy to get to and you get rosemont perks for their centers. "
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  • Jennie V.
    "Perfect commute to the city or to the western suburbs. Never longer than 40 minutes if you’re heading to Elgin. Commute to the city can be as little as 25 minutes depending on which part of Chicago you’re going to."
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  • Jennie V.
    "Taste of Des Plaines, various events at the Des Plaines library. Plus have the entertainment district in Rosemont (10 minutes away) is really nice."
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  • Peterekw75
    "It’s a pet friendly area with lots of parks and dog parks near by with no leash rules. Bring your dog and be happy "
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  • Michelle
    "perfect location!! can really to metra station and highway very close! close to shopping and restaurants! "
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  • Mjrihani
    "Most people in Des Plaines own their cars. But biopic transportation is available on most main streets. Just a short walk to the bus stop. "
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  • A. T.
    "Lots of kids play in the front yards and even meet up in the small park by the townhouses. It’s a safe area, just teach your kids to look both ways before crossing the street since a good amount of cars go in and out from all around. Especially near downtown Des Plaines."
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  • Dev R.
    "Great neighborhood for family to live. Everything you need is around from shopping malls to parks. There are too many parks around des plaines, where can you spend your weekend with your family. "
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  • Lee D.
    "not much going on. needs more restaurants and activities . maybe when streets are finished the town will come back to life. mov ie theater downtown will help when its finished. "
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  • Bob Micek
    "Excellent outdoor opportunities for families with children. Quiet neighborhood with excellent school, park district and public service resources. Location allows quick access to interstates and airport for commuting and travel. Public transportation options are available nearby as well."
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  • Bcouch0600
    "Very close to all major transportation. Con: airport can be noisy. Lots of people with loud mufflers in this city. "
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  • Fred
    "yes awesome very clean freindly clean nice people roads need some work tho, respectfully stores and restaurants near by ,"
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  • Ddawn8data
    "Forest Elementary School has a Turkey Trot every year. the local restaurant offers Hometown bands and weekly specials."
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  • SA
    "I recently moved to this neighborhood, I feel very convenient for all public transportation and school."
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  • blob
    "forgive your children. you raised them. every parent messes up. your kids might forgive you later if you treat them right. this is a lovely neighborhood."
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    "I lived in this neighborhood almost my whole entire life. right off walnut it's nice and peaceful and it's safe for the most part."
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1069 S River Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,728 sqft single-family home built in 1902. This property is not currently available for sale. 1069 S River Rd was last sold on Jun 3, 2020 for $267,000 (4% lower than the asking price of $279,000).