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$669,900

9761 Elm Terrace, Des Plaines, IL 60016
5 Beds3 Baths3,232 sqft7 days
9761 Elm Terrace·Des Plaines, IL 60016
5Bedrooms
3Bathrooms
3,232Sq Ft
1955Year Built
About This Home

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!

MLS# MRD12587825Listed March 27, 2026Residential
Property Details

Beds & Baths

Total Bedrooms5
Total Bathrooms3
Full Baths2
Half Baths1
Total Rooms10

Size & Structure

Living Area3,232 sqft
Garage Spaces3
Fireplaces2
Year Built1955
Lot Size0.774 acres

Location

CountyCook
TownshipMaine
Zip Code60016

Financial

List Price$669,900
Price / Sq Ft$207
Annual Taxes (2024)$11,917
Monthly Tax Est.$993
Parcel #09103010240000
Interior Features

Appliances

RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerStainless Steel Appliance(s)Range Hood

Flooring

HardwoodLaminate

Heating

Natural GasForced AirSep Heating Systems - 2+

Cooling

Central Air

Basement

Partially FinishedPartial

Laundry

Main LevelIn Bathroom

Fireplace

Wood BurningGas Log
Exterior & Lot

Construction

Vinyl SidingBrick

Roof

Asphalt

Foundation

Concrete Perimeter

Patio & Porch

PatioPorch

Lot Features

Landscaped
Utilities & Parking

Sewer

Public Sewer

Water Source

Lake Michigan

Electric

Circuit Breakers200+ Amp Service

Parking

ConcreteGarage Door OpenerYesGarage OwnedAttachedGarage
HOA & Community
HOA Fee
$500
Annually

HOA Includes

Other

Community Features

Street LightsStreet Paved
Schools
Elementary
Apollo Elementary School
District: 63
Middle School
Gemini Junior High School
District: 63
High School
Maine East High School
District: 207
Tax & Financial
Annual Taxes
$11,917
Tax Year 2024
Monthly Tax Est.
$993
per month
Price per Sq Ft
$207
per square foot
Property Location

9761 Elm Terrace, Des Plaines, IL 60016Cook County

$669,900
$207 / sqft
9761 Elm Terrace
5 bd3 ba3,232 sqft
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IL License 475.178467 · (847) 810-8438

Quick Facts
7 days on market
3-car garage
2 fireplaces
0.774 acres
$11,917/yr taxes
$500 HOA (annually)
$4,555
estimated monthly payment
Principal & Interest
$3,521/mo
Property Tax
$993/mo
HOA
$42/mo
$669,900
20% — $133,980
3%50%
6.875%
3%12%
Loan Amount
$535,920
Down Payment
$133,980

* Estimated payment only. Actual rates, taxes, and insurance may vary. Contact a lender for a personalized quote.

Listed by
Compass
Agent: David Schwabe
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