$4,156

closing credit¹

1338 S River Rd Des Plaines, IL 60018

$350,000
3 beds
1 full, 1 partial
1,478 sqft
0.3 acres
$237 / sqft
House

Property details

About 1338 S River Rd

"The Bear House" can't miss the wooden bear in the front yard carved out of a tree trunk! This 3-bedroom, 1.1-bath home is brimming with character and opportunity, set on an oversized lot of over a quarter acre. Hardwood floors in most rooms. The living and dining rooms feature crown molding, and the original wood staircase in the front foyer adds timeless charm. The 2-car extra deep detached garage could easily house a large workshop in the back. Key updates include a hot water heater (2016), HVAC system (2020), and roof and vinyl siding replaced within the last 10 years. Newer double-paned vinyl windows (except sunroom) add modern comfort. With solid bones the essentials are already in place, some TLC will make this home shine! Schedule your showing today! This home is an excellent opportunity for first-time buyers ready to add their personal touch, investors seeking a rental or flip, or anyone looking to build new on this oversized lot. Being sold as-is-don't miss the potential this property holds! Conveniently located near shopping, major highways, and O'Hare International Airport, this home is ideal for those seeking both charm and convenience.

Highlights

Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
StatusActive
(New)
CoolingCentral Air
Size1,478 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size0.276 Acres
Year built1926
MLS #12257917
Garage2 spaces

Summary

  • MLS Number: 12257917
  • MLS Name: MRED
  • Office Name: HomeSmart Connect LLC
  • Office Phone: (847) 495-5000
  • Office Email: frontdesk@homesmartconnect.com
  • Listing Agent: Stella Schening

IDX Listings courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data as distributed by MLS GRID.

All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Properties displayed may be listed or sold by various participants in the MLS.

IDX Copyright © 2025 Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED). All rights reserved.

The data relating to real estate for sale on this website comes in part from the Broker Reciprocity program of Midwest Real Estate Data LLC. Real Estate listings held by brokerage firms other than the broker/agent who owns the website are marked with the MRED Broker Reciprocity logo or the Broker Reciprocity thumbnail logo (the MRED logo) and detailed information about them includes the names of the listing brokers.

All data is obtained from various sources and has not been, and will not be, verified by broker or MRED. MRED supplied Open House information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. IDX information is provided exclusively for consumers’ personal non-commercial use, and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Data is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed by MTP or MRED. The use of the MRED Data may be subject to an end user license agreement prescribed by the Member Participant’s applicable MLS if any and as amended from time to time.

Some properties which appear for sale on this website may subsequently have sold and may no longer be available. Information Deemed Reliable but Not Guaranteed. The information being provided is for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Some properties which appear for sale on this web site may subsequently have sold or may no longer be available. The accuracy of all information, regardless of source, including but not limited to square footages and lot sizes, is deemed reliable but not guaranteed and should be personally verified through personal inspection by and/or with the appropriate professionals. NOTICE: Many homes contain recording devices, and buyers should be aware they may be recorded during a showing.

DIGITAL MILLENNIUM COPYRIGHT ACT (DMCA) NOTICE
The Digital Millennium Copyright Act of 1998, 17 U.S.C. § 512 (the "DMCA") provides recourse for copyright owners who believe that material appearing on the Internet infringes their rights under U.S. copyright law. If you believe in good faith that any content or material made available in connection with our website or services infringes your copyright, you (or your agent) may send us a notice requesting that the content or material be removed, or access to it blocked. Notices must be sent in writing by email to DMCAnotice@theMLSGRID.co

The DMCA requires that your notice of alleged copyright infringement include the following information: (1) description of the copyrighted work that is the subject of claimed infringement; (2) description of the alleged infringing content and information sufficient to permit us to locate the content; (3) contact information for you, including your address, telephone number and email address; (4) a statement by you that you have a good faith belief that the content in the manner complained of is not authorized by the copyright owner, or its agent, or by the operation of any law; (5) a statement by you, signed under penalty of perjury, that the information in the notification is accurate and that you have the authority to enforce the copyrights that are claimed to be infringed; and (6) a physical or electronic signature of the copyright owner or a person authorized to act on the copyright owner’s behalf. Failure to include all of the above information may result in the delay of the processing of your complaint.

Copyright © 2025 Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED). All rights reserved.
Data displayed may be a portion of, and not a complete set of all listings published in the MLS.
Last updated on: 2/6/2025, 11:45:54 PM Eastern. If you have any questions regarding the accuracy of this data, please contact us at help@rockethomes.com.

Get an agent. Get a mortgage. Save big.¹

view of front of home featuring a front lawn

$350,000

1338 S River Rd

$4,156

closing credit¹

Sell your home with Rocket and save even more!

Seller rebate

0.5% sale price²

Price information

Property sales

We're sorry, we currently don't have property sales data for this listing.

Tax history

YearAssessmentProperty Tax
2022$36,000$2,948
2021$20,394$3,430
2020$20,394$3,141
2019$22,660$3,092
2018$24,627$3,442
2017$24,627$3,322

History based on county public records data.

Nearby schools

10

South Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

1535 Everett Ave

7

Central Elementary School

Public District KG-5

0.7 mi

1526 E Thacker St

5

North Elementary School

Public District KG-5

1.1 mi

1789 Rand Rd

School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.

All data from GreatSchools

Neighborhood

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $101,335. Residents of Des Plaines, IL typically earn between $100k-200k each year. The majority of families are single, no kids. The majority of residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

How much money do the neighbors make?

15%
<35k
34%
35k-100k
47%
100k-200k
4%
200k+

What level of education do the neighbors have?

High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate

What types of families live nearby?

35%
Single, No Kids
8%
Single, with Kids
29%
Married, No Kids
28%
Married, with Kids

Are the neighbors home owners or renters?

Home Owners
Renters

How old are people in this area?

14%
<11 yrs old
9%
12-17 yrs old
22%
18-34 yrs old
43%
35-64 yrs old
12%
65+ yrs old

What do the neighbors do for fun?

  • Men's TennisMen's Tennis
  • Live TheatreLive Theatre
  • TennisTennis

Where do the neighbors shop?

  • Nordstrom RackNordstrom Rack
  • BloomingdalesBloomingdales
  • Crate & BarrelCrate & Barrel

Where do the neighbors go to eat?

  • The Cheesecake FactoryThe Cheesecake Factory
  • Boston MarketBoston Market
  • StarbucksStarbucks

What do the neighbors drive?

  • VolvoVolvo
  • MercedesMercedes
  • BMWBMW

What do the neighbors listen to?

  • NewsNews
  • AlternativeAlternative
  • JazzJazz
All data provided by Home Junction and Claritas

Similar homes for sale

Frequently asked questions

About 1338 S River Rd

This home is located at 1338 S River Rd in Des Plaines, IL and zip code 60018 in the Des Plaines Heights neighborhood. This 1,478 square foot home, which was built in 1926, sits on a 0.28 acre lot. Features: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since February 7, 2025 and is currently priced at $350,000.

In January 2025, from all listings sold in Des Plaines, IL there were more than 16 sold above asking price, over 24 sold below and more than 7 were sold right at the asked price. In January 2025 in Des Plaines, IL there were 5.8% less homes for sale than in December. In January 2025 median list price was $323,650 and the average listing age was 27 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

More resources