285 Des Plaines Ave

Riverside, IL 60546

$405,000
Price
3
Beds
1,495 Sq. Ft.
$271 / Sq. Ft.
1,495
Sq. Ft.
$271
per Sq. Ft.
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Contingent
Contingent

Description

Welcome to 285 Desplaines in the highly desirable Riverside neighborhood - a beautifully maintained split-level offering charm, space and exceptional convenience. This inviting home features three bedrooms and one bath plus a partially finished basement/family room centered around a cozy wood-burning fireplace. The bright eat-in kitchen is appointed with granite countertops, ceramic tile flooring and stainless steel appliances, while a massive main-level living room provides an ideal gathering space....Welcome to 285 Desplaines in the highly desirable Riverside neighborhood - a beautifully maintained split-level offering charm, space and exceptional convenience. This inviting home features three bedrooms and one bath plus a partially finished basement/family room centered around a cozy wood-burning fireplace. The bright eat-in kitchen is appointed with granite countertops, ceramic tile flooring and stainless steel appliances, while a massive main-level living room provides an ideal gathering space. Enjoy a generous private primary bedroom with abundant storage throughout, a side drive and a two-car garage, plus a large backyard perfect for entertaining or relaxing. Recent updates include roof(2019) hot water tank(2019) HVAC(2020). Walk to the Metra, top-rated schools, bike trails, Brookfield Zoo, and North Riverside Mall - a perfect blend of suburban tranquility and everyday convenience.
  1. Listed by Dan Ortiz • Baird & Warner
    P: (630)-439-5569 C: (630)-439-5569 dan.ortiz@bairdwarner.com

Property Details for 285 Des Plaines Avenue

Area
Riverside
Township
Riverside
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Electric, Forced Air
LISTING UPDATED: 06/02/2026 01:39 PM

Property Details for 285 Des Plaines Avenue

StatusContingent
MLS #12636928
Days on Market30
Taxes$11,563 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / Detached Single-Split Level
Year Built1951
Lot Size-
CountyCook County
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Building Information for 285 Des Plaines Avenue

Stories-Year Built1951Building Size-Lot Size-

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Property Information for 285 Des Plaines Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 96
  • Elementary School: A F Ames Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: L J Hauser Junior High School
  • High School District: 208
  • High School: Riverside Brookfield Twp Senior
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 96
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 6
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Finished, Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Basement
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: Split Level
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Type Detached: Split Level
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 48X182X45X182
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Aluminum Siding, Brick
  • Construction: Aluminum Siding, Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1237
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, FHA, VA, Cash
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2026-05-03T22:03:15
  • Photos Count: 23
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 20X15
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X9
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Lower
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 19X12
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 16X11
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 15X11
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 19X15

Property History for 285 Des Plaines Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 1, 2026

Contingent

MRED #12636928

—
May 4, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12636928

$405,000—
May 13, 2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #572542587

$219,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/01/2026

Contingent

MRED #12636928

—
05/04/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12636928

$405,000
05/13/2016

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #572542587

$219,000

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Public Records for 285 Des Plaines Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$9,150Additions$28,850Total$38,000
Tax Record2023$11,096 ($925 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,237 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,237 SqFtStories2Lot Size9,150 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1952CountyCOOKAPN15-25-306-088Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 285 Des Plaines Avenue

This home is within Riverside-Brookfield Twp School District 208.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
A F Ames Elementary School
Public - PK to 5
L J Hauser Jr High School
Public - 6 to 8
Riverside Brookfield Twp High School
Public - 9 to 12
Tailgrass Sudbury School
Private - 3 to 11
Rating
School
Distance
A F Ames Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

L J Hauser Jr High School
Public6 to 8

Riverside Brookfield Twp High School
Public9 to 12

Tailgrass Sudbury School
Private3 to 11

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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