9761 Elm TER, Des Plaines, IL 60016
9761 Elm TER, Des Plaines, IL 60016
9761 Elm TER, Des Plaines, IL 60016
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Doug Anderson

+1(847) 687-3424
$669,900
Est. payment /mo
5 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,925 SqFt
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Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached Single

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,925 sqft

Price per Sqft $229

MLS Listing ID 12587825

Bedrooms 5

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 1

HOA Fees $500/ann

Year Built 1955

Annual Tax Amount $11,916

Tax Year 2024

Lot Size 0.774 Acres

Lot Dimensions 100 X 336

Property Sub-Type Detached Single

Property Description

Nestled on a private drive, Five Oaks at Elms Terrace offers the perfect retreat. Ideally set on over three-quarters of an acre in unincorporated Cook County, this home is surrounded by lush greenery and vibrant blooms, creating a peaceful oasis you'll never want to leave. Inside, you'll find five spacious bedrooms and two and a half baths. Welcome guests as you entertain in the bright living room with gas fireplace & rich hardwood floor and transition to dinner in the separate dining room with a huge picture window looking out on the gardens and yard. The gourmet kitchen is a chef's delight featuring Shaker-style cabinets, Quartzite counters, newer professional grade appliances, and a stainless steel farmhouse sink. The main floor family room is a great space to relax and take in the serene views offering an entire wall of windows. The main floor hosts the luxurious primary suite, complete with a cozy sitting area or future walk-in closet, an adjacent bath with Jacuzzi tub & shower for ultimate comfort, and main-floor laundry. An additional main-floor bedroom offers flexibility-ideal as a guest room or a quiet home office. Upstairs, three bedrooms feature stunning bamboo flooring, adding a touch of natural elegance and a full bath with double bowl vanity. The home boasts two inviting fireplaces, perfect for cozy evenings, and a finished basement that provides extra living space for entertainment, with a dedicated storage room and cedar closet. Step outside and take in the tranquility of your expansive grounds with Illinois Master Gardener-designed perennial gardens and raised bed vegetable gardens, two generous storage sheds, fruit trees, national park-sized firepit, and brick paver patio perfect for entertaining, while still enjoying the convenience of nearby shopping and dining. For commuters and travelers, this peaceful location offers easy highway access, metra stops, and only a 15-minute drive to the airport. This property truly combines privacy, nature, and modern convenience just a short distance from Chicago. Come experience the serenity for yourself!

Location

State IL

County Cook

Area Des Plaines

Body of Water Custom

Rooms

Basement Partially Finished, Partial

Interior

Interior Features 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath

Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+

Cooling Central Air

Flooring Hardwood, Laminate

Fireplaces Number 2

Fireplaces Type Wood Burning, Gas Log

Equipment Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;

Fireplace Y

Appliance Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood

Laundry Main Level, In Bathroom

Exterior

Garage Spaces 2.5

Community Features Street Lights, Street Paved

Roof Type Asphalt

Building

Lot Description Landscaped

Dwelling Type Detached Single

Building Description Vinyl Siding,Brick, No

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Lake Michigan

Level or Stories 2 Stories

Structure Type Vinyl Siding,Brick

New Construction false

Schools

Elementary Schools Apollo Elementary School

Middle Schools Gemini Junior High School

High Schools Maine East High School

School District 63 , 63, 207

Others

HOA Fee Include Other

Ownership Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.

Special Listing Condition List Broker Must Accompany

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