
493 Amherst Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
What This House Offers
Beautifully maintained 3-bedroom,2-bath split-level home located in desirable Cumberland. The welcoming foyer with a coat closet opens to a spacious... living/dining room featuring hardwood floors,a wall of windows,and a sliding door leading to the backyard. The eat-in kitchen includes newer flooring and a brand-new cooktop. The second level offers three generously sized bedrooms with hardwood floors and a large full bath. The expansive lower-level family room has a full bath and a walk-out to the backyard-perfect for entertaining. A roomy laundry area offers excellent storage options. Additional updates include newer windows,updated furnace,A/C,and water heater,plus a new roof in 2023. The home also features a 2-car attached garage and sits on a corner lot with a patio and storage shed. MLS# MRD12528937
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Unit
- $3,000 / month
- 3 Beds
- 2 Baths
- Available Now
Home Features
- Air Conditioning
- Refrigerator
- Washer/Dryer
Community Features
- Garages
493 Amherst Ave is located in Des Plaines, Illinois in the 60016 zip code.
Rental Fees and Pet Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Home Details
Home Design
- Built in 1962
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Split Level Home
Interior Spaces
- Combination Dining and Living Room
- Family Room
- Above Grade Finished SF
- Total Sq Ft (Finished and Unfinished Spaces)
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Cooktop
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Dryer
- Sink Near Laundry
- Washer
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Outdoor Features
- Patio
- Shed
Lot Details
- Corner Lot
Schools
- Cumberland Elementary School
- Chippewa Middle School
- Maine West High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Lake Michigan Water
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Security Deposit $3,000
- Property Available on 2025-12-09
- 12 Month Lease Term
Community Details
Overview
- Cumberland Subdivision
Pet Policy
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
- Pet Deposit Required
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Des Plaines, IL 60016

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Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Car-Dependent41 / 100
Transit Score ®
Some Transit25 / 100
Bike Score ®
Somewhat Bikeable45 / 100
Soundscore ™
Active78 / 100
Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Cumberland Elementary School
Grades K-5
Public
Euclid Elementary School
Grades PK-5
Public
Chippewa Middle School
Grades 6-8
Public
Iroquois Community School
Grades K-8
Public
St Emily Elementary School
Grades PK-8
Private
Maine West High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Sequell Northern Illinois Academy
Grades 2-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
School
Commute Time (Distance)
Oakton C.C., Des Plaines
Drive: 8 min (2.8 mi)
Roosevelt Univ., Schaumburg
Drive: 14 min (7.6 mi)
Harper College
Drive: 18 min (9.6 mi)
Oakton C.C., Skokie Campus
Drive: 20 min (10.5 mi)
Discover Des Plaines/Arlington Hts Corridor, Des Plaines, IL
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 493 Amherst Ave proximity to Cumberland Commons, Mount Prospect Plaza, and Wolf Shopping Center. Cumberland Commons is 0.6 miles away, and Mount Prospect Plaza is within a 13 minute walk.
Commuting
With a TransitScore of 25, 493 Amherst Ave has some transit, including 10 transit stops within 10.5 miles. Transit options include Rosemont Station and Cumberland Station.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 493 Amherst Ave are plentiful. Discover 3 parks within 4.8 miles, including Big Bend Lake, Dam No. 2 Woods, and Community Park West.
Airports
Living in Des Plaines/Arlington Hts Corridor provides easy access to Chicago O'Hare International, located just 15 minutes from 493 Amherst Ave. Another nearby airport is Chicago Midway International, located 24.4 miles away.
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