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9761 Elm
Des Plaines, IL 60016

  • 5 Beds
  • 2 / 1 Baths
  • 2,549 Sq. Ft.
  • Built In 1955
Price

$669,900

Est Payment
$4,380 / month (details)  
Taxes
$11,917  
Assessments
$42  
Beds
5  
Baths
2 / 1  
Rooms
10  
Type
Detached Single  
Sq. Ft.
2,549  
Lot Size
100 X 336  
Built
1955  
Neighborhood
Des Plaines  
MLS
#12587825
Status
Active (2 days)

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!

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Property Details

Rooms

Room
Level
Flooring
Size
Living Room
Main
Hardwood
14X19
Dining Room
Main
Hardwood
13X11
Kitchen
Main
Ceramic Tile
16X13
Family Room
Main
Ceramic Tile
15X16
Laundry
Main
Ceramic Tile
4X6
Master Bedroom
Main
Hardwood
15X15
Bedroom 2
Second
Hardwood
16X11
Bedroom 3
Second
Hardwood
12X12
Bedroom 4
Second
Hardwood
14X11
Bedroom 5
Main
Hardwood
15X11
Walk In Closet
Main
Parquet
10X10
Sitting Room
Main
Hardwood
10X10
Utility Room-Lower Level
Basement
Sustainable
7X21

Utilities

  • Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
  • Cooling Central Air
  • Water Lake Michigan
  • Sewer Public Sewer

Additional Information

Interior Features
1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath
Appliances
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
Parking
2.5 Garage Spaces, Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage, Parking included in price
Schools
Maine East High School (207), Gemini Junior High School (63), Apollo Elementary School (63)

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Listing History

03-27-2026 Listed at $669,900
Last Modified 3/27/26 7:44 PM

Nearby Transportation

  • I 294 North 1.1 mi
  • I 294 South 1.7 mi
  • I 94 East 4.2 mi
  • I 90 East 4.2 mi
  • I 90 West 4.3 mi
  • I 94 West 4.3 mi
  • Hwy 12 4.6 mi
  • Hwy 45 4.6 mi
  • I 190 West 4.8 mi
  • Hwy 41 North 5.0 mi
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