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$2,400 / Month

8979 W Emerson St

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Des Plaines, IL 60016

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Beds Baths Average SF
3 Bedrooms 3 Bedrooms 3 Br 2 Baths 2 Baths 2 Ba 1,713 SF

Fees and Policies

The fees listed below are community-provided and may exclude utilities or add-ons. All payments are made directly to the property and are non-refundable unless otherwise specified.

Details

Lease Options

  • 12 Months

About This Property

Property is occupied. Pictures are prior to most recent rental. Gorgeous! 3 bedrooms,1.1 baths,updated large eat in kitchen & a separate dining room with finished basement offers a warm and charming duplex home with outstanding living space. The large lower level is ideal for relaxing,office and entertaining! Majority of windows are installed within the last 6 years,roof and fence replace 3 years ago. This is an amazing location and is close to EVERYTHING DES PLAINS has to offer...shopping,restaurants,movie theater and access to Metra. Just unpack your bags and start living your amazing life! Best Schools,Easy to show and this town home will not last longer. Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of [see last changed date above]. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Some IDX listings have been excluded from this website. Prices displayed on all Sold listings are the Last Known Listing Price and may not be the actual selling price.

8979 W Emerson St is a condo located in Cook County and the 60016 ZIP Code. This area is served by the East Maine School District 63 attendance zone.

Condo Features

Washer/Dryer

Air Conditioning

Refrigerator

Disposal

  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Disposal
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
Location
8979 W Emerson St, Des Plaines,
IL 60016
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City - Des Plaines

Located in Cook County, Des Plaines combines suburban comfort with convenient Chicago access via two Metra stations and major highways. This community of over 60,000 residents features the Des Plaines Theater, a restored 1925 landmark that showcases live entertainment. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy Lake Opeka and Big Bend Lake, while Mystic Waters Family Aquatic Center offers seasonal water recreation.

Housing options in Des Plaines range from apartment communities to established residential neighborhoods, particularly in the downtown area and near Oakton Community College. The city holds historical significance as the location of the McDonald's Museum, housed in a replica of Ray Kroc's first franchise restaurant. Major employers in the area include Rivers Casino and Universal Oil Products. Local attractions include the Des Plaines History Center at the Kinder House and the Methodist Camp Ground, established in 1860.

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Amenities
  • Washer/Dryer
  • Air Conditioning
  • Disposal
  • Range
  • Refrigerator
Education
Colleges & Universities Distance
Colleges & Universities Distance
Oakton C.C., Des Plaines
Drive: 7 min 2.9 mi
Oakton C.C., Skokie Campus
Drive: 13 min 6.8 mi
Wilbur Wright College
Drive: 17 min 8.7 mi
Northeastern Ill. Univ.
Drive: 19 min 10.2 mi
8979 W Emerson St is within 7 minutes or 2.9 miles from Oakton C.C., Des Plaines. It is also near Oakton C.C., Skokie Campus and Wilbur Wright College.
Schools
Apollo Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
497 Students
Nearby
Mark Twain Elementary School
Public Elementary School
Grades K-5
479 Students
Attendance Zone
Gemini Middle School
Public Middle School
Grades 6-8
1,075 Students
Attendance Zone
Maine East High School
Public High School
Grades 9-12
1,808 Students
Attendance Zone
Grades PK-5
71 Students
Nearby
Kid Care
Private Elementary School
Grades K-5
Nearby
Northridge Preparatory School
Private Middle & High School
Grades 6-12
321 Students
Nearby
Bnos Rabbeinu High School
Private High School
Grades 9-12
7 Students
Nearby
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Transportation

Transportation options available in Des Plaines include Oakton-Skokie, located 6.6 miles from 8979 W Emerson St. 8979 W Emerson St is near Chicago O'Hare International, located 8.1 miles or 14 minutes away, and Chicago Midway International, located 21.5 miles or 39 minutes away.

Transit / Subway Distance
Transit / Subway Distance
Oakton-Skokie
Drive: 12 min 6.6 mi
Dempster-Skokie
Drive: 13 min 6.8 mi
Cumberland Station
Drive: 12 min 7.2 mi
Harlem Station (Blue Line - O'hare Branch)
Drive: 14 min 7.7 mi
Rosemont Station
Drive: 13 min 8.2 mi
Commuter Rail Distance
Commuter Rail Distance
Des Plaines Station
Drive: 7 min 2.7 mi
Dee Road Station
Drive: 8 min 2.7 mi
Golf Station
Drive: 7 min 3.3 mi
Park Ridge Station
Drive: 9 min 3.6 mi
Glenview Station
Drive: 8 min 3.8 mi
Airports Distance
Airports Distance
Chicago O'Hare International
 Drive: 14 min 8.1 mi
Chicago Midway International
 Drive: 39 min 21.5 mi

Walkability Near 8979 W Emerson St Des Plaines, IL 60016

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Points of Interest

Time and distance from 8979 W Emerson St.

Shopping Centers Distance
Shopping Centers Distance
Golf Glen Mart Plaza
Walk: 10 min 0.5 mi
The Shops On Golf
Walk: 14 min 0.7 mi
Ballard Plaza
Walk: 18 min 0.9 mi
8979 W Emerson St has 3 shopping centers within 0.9 mile, which is about a 18-minute walk. The miles and minutes will be for the farthest away property.
Parks and Recreation Distance
Parks and Recreation Distance
Big Bend Lake
 Drive: 4 min 1.5 mi
Flick Park
 Drive: 5 min 2.3 mi
Community Park West
 Drive: 7 min 2.9 mi
The Grove
 Drive: 6 min 3.0 mi
Wildwood Nature Center
 Drive: 9 min 3.2 mi
8979 W Emerson St has 5 parks within 3.2 miles, including Big Bend Lake, Flick Park, and Community Park West.
Hospitals Distance
Hospitals Distance
Advocate Lutheran General Hospital
Walk: 18 min 1.0 mi
Chicago Behavioral Hospital
Drive: 5 min 2.1 mi
AMITA Health Resurrection Medical Center Chicago
Drive: 12 min 6.4 mi
8979 W Emerson St has 3 hospitals within 6.4 miles, the nearest is Advocate Lutheran General Hospital which is 1.0 mile away and a 18 minute walk.
Military Bases Distance
Military Bases Distance
US Military Reservation Elk Grove
Drive: 16 min 8.2 mi
8979 W Emerson St is 8.2 miles and a 16 minute drive from US Military Reservation Elk Grove.

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