474 E Washington St

$349,900
Price
3
Beds
1,300 Sq. Ft.
$269 / Sq. Ft.
1,300
Sq. Ft.
$269
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Move-In Ready Brick Cape Cod in Prime Des Plaines Location! Charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath Cape Cod features a classic brick exterior and an inviting, relaxed feel. A tranquil breezeway connects the home to a large, private, tree-lined backyard - perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying quiet afternoons. Inside, you'll find gleaming oak hardwood floors, a main-floor primary bedroom, and a beautifully updated full bath. The kitchen has been refreshed with new quartz countertops and brand-new stainless-steel...Move-In Ready Brick Cape Cod in Prime Des Plaines Location! Charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath Cape Cod features a classic brick exterior and an inviting, relaxed feel. A tranquil breezeway connects the home to a large, private, tree-lined backyard - perfect for entertaining guests or enjoying quiet afternoons. Inside, you'll find gleaming oak hardwood floors, a main-floor primary bedroom, and a beautifully updated full bath. The kitchen has been refreshed with new quartz countertops and brand-new stainless-steel appliances. Upstairs offers two cozy bedrooms with a rustic, cabin-like atmosphere and a convenient half bath. The full unfinished basement provides plenty of storage and awaits your finishing ideas. Additional highlights include newer vinyl windows, an updated 100-amp electrical panel, newer hot water tank (2020), furnace and central air (approx. 4-5 years new), and a roof around 10 years old. Located in a quiet neighborhood of single-family homes within an award-winning school district - all at a great price! There's still time to move in before the holidays!

Property Details for 474 East Washington Street

Area
Des Plaines
Township
Maine
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
1.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
1.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air

Open Houses

Sunday, Dec 7th

12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Public

LISTING UPDATED: 11/26/2025 12:07 AM

Property Details for 474 East Washington Street

StatusActive
MLS #12521827
Days on Market25
Taxes$6,451 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1.5 Story
Year Built1946
Lot Size0.21 AC / 8,965 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 474 East Washington Street

Stories-Year Built1946Building Size-Lot Size0.21 AC / 8,965 SF

Payment Calculator

$2,267 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$1,729

Property Taxes

$538

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 474 East Washington Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 62
  • Elementary School: Terrace Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Chippewa Middle School
  • High School District: 207
  • High School: Maine West High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 62
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Asphalt, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: North, South, East
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 6
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: Unfinished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Kitchen/Dining Combo
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch
  • Num of Baths: 1.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 1.5 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • 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: 55 X 163
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Brick, Frame
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1290
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2025-11-21T01:32:16
  • Photos Count: 26
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 1
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X10
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 15X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 11X10
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 14X8
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 10X10
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 15X12
Enclosed Porch Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Enclosed Porch
  • Dimensions: 12X10

Property History for 474 East Washington Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Nov 20, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12512360

$349,900
Nov 20, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12521827

$349,900
Nov 11, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12512360

Nov 6, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12512360

$349,900
Mar 7, 2024

Cancelled

MRED #11980994

$299,900
Feb 17, 2024

Temporarily Off Market

MRED #11980994

$299,900
Feb 14, 2024

Cancelled

MRED #11974862

$299,900
Feb 14, 2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #11980994

$299,900
Feb 6, 2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #11974862

$299,900
Aug 11, 2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #141750896

$235,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
11/20/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12512360

$349,900
11/20/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12521827

$349,900
11/11/2025

Contingent

MRED #12512360

11/06/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12512360

$349,900
03/07/2024

Cancelled

MRED #11980994

$299,900
02/17/2024

Temporarily Off Market

MRED #11980994

$299,900
02/14/2024

Cancelled

MRED #11974862

$299,900
02/14/2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #11980994

$299,900
02/06/2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #11974862

$299,900
08/11/2004

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #141750896

$235,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 474 East Washington Street

Taxable ValueLand$6,847Additions$17,621Total$24,468
Tax Record2023$6,451 ($538 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,290 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,290 SqFtStories2Lot Size9,130 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1946CountyCOOKAPN09-18-208-012

Schools near 474 East Washington Street

This home is within Community Consolidated School District 62.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Terrace Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Chippewa Middle School
Public6 to 8

Maine West High School
Public9 to 12

Iroquois Community School
PublicK to 8

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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474 East Washington Street is a single family home for sale in Des Plaines, IL 60016. This property was listed for sale on November 20, 2025 by Compass, it's currently listed at $349,900. It has been on the market for a total of 25 days and was last sold on August 11, 2004. This listing's school districts are Maine Township Hsd 207 School District, Community Consolidated School District 62. Nearby schools include Terrace Elementary School, Chippewa Middle School and Maine West High School. 474 East Washington Street is a 3-bed, 2-bath, 1,300 sqft single family home built in 1946.

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