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9761 Elm Terrace, Des Plaines, Illinois 60016
- $625,000
- 5
- BD
- 2
- Full Baths
- 1
- Half Bath
- 2,925
- SqFt
- Sold Price
- $625,000
- List Price
- $649,900
- Closing Date
- May 18, 2026
- MLS#
- 12587825
- Status
- CLOSED
- Type
- Single Family Residential
- Subtype
- Residential
- Bedrooms
- 5
- Bathrooms
- 3
- Living Area
- 2,925
- County
- Cook
- City
- Des Plaines
- Neighborhood
- Des Plaines
- Days On Market
- 31
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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Additional Information
- School District
- 207
- Elementary School
- Apollo Elementary School
- Middle School
- Gemini Junior High School
- High School
- Maine East High School
- Corporate Limits
- Unincorporated
- Tax Year
- 2024
- Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner
- Tax Amount
- $11,916
- Assessment Association Dues
- 500
- Frequency
- Annually
- Year Built
- 1955
- Exposure
- West
- Lot Dimensions
- 100 X 336
- Lot Size Range
- .50-.99 Acre
- Garage Spaces
- 2.5
- Parking Spaces
- 2.5
- Parking Details
- Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Air Conditioning
- Central Air
- Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
- Sewer
- Public Sewer
- Interior Property Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Interior Fireplaces
- 2
- Full Baths
- 2
- Half Baths
- 1
- Basement
- Yes
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