Active1 days on market
$499,900
426 Amherst Avenue
Des Plaines, IL 60016
- Beds
- 3
- Baths
- 2 full
- Sqft
- 1,738
- $/sqft
- $288
- Built
- 1960
- Type
- Single Family
- MLS#
- MRD12768921
About this home
Beautifully maintained and impressive 3-bedroom, 2-bath split-level home offering almost 1,800 sq ft of living space, tucked away on a quiet side street in Des Plaines. Step inside to a bright, open and inviting layout filled with natural light. Hardwood floors throughout, dramatic cathedral ceilings, skylights and a beautiful marble fireplace add character and warmth. The modern kitchen features plenty of cabinetry and stainless steel appliances, while the separate dining room flows into a spectacular sun-filled 4-season room surrounded by windows - the perfect place to relax or entertain while enjoying views of the huge, super-private fenced backyard. The upper level features 3 bedrooms, including a spacious primary bedroom with a private full ceramic bath. The lower level offers a comfortable family/rec room and an additional full bathroom with shower. An attached 1-car garage, additional parking and an oversized deck complete the home. Recent energy-efficiency and home-performance improvements include added insulation in the exterior walls, attic, floors and crawl space, air sealing, duct insulation and repairs, weatherstripping, HVAC servicing and more. Great location near the Mount Prospect border - approximately 10 minutes to the Metra station, with easy access to I-90, O'Hare International Airport, shopping, dining and more. Great indoor and outdoor living, tons of natural light and a huge private fenced backyard make this home a must-see
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Estimated monthly cost for this home
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Term
$3,248/mo
- Principal & interest
- $2,647
- Property taxes
- $455
- Home insurance (est.)
- $146
Estimate only, not a quote or offer of credit. Rate starts from today's market rate (6.95%, 2026-09-17). Taxes from the listing's MRED record. Talk to a lender for real numbers; a Subdiview agent can introduce you to a good one.
Price & tax history
| Listed Sep 25, 2026 | $499,900 |
| 2025 property taxes | $5,464/yr |
From the listing's MRED record. MRED does not publish per-change dates through IDX, so price changes are shown without one rather than guessed.
Schools
Assigned schools per the listing's MRED record. Always verify with the district before you buy.
Elementary
Cumberland Elementary School
62
Middle
Chippewa Middle School
62
High school
Maine West High School207
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Where it sits
MRED Broker ReciprocityThis listing is part of the MRED data exchange program provided courtesy of RE/MAX City, listed by Ted Krzysztofiak.
Information last updated Sep 25, 2026, 3:36 AM.
426 Amherst Avenue
Des Plaines, IL 60016
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Sourced from the MRED MLS feed. Last updated when the listing was modified.
- Levels
- Bi-Level
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
- Basement
- Finished, Full, Daylight
- Flooring
- Hardwood
- Appliances
- Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Rooms total
- 8
- Window features
- Skylight(s)
- Fireplaces total
- 1
- Laundry features
- In Unit
- Interior features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s)
- Fireplace features
- Wood Burning