$420,000

281 Diamond Head Drive, Des Plaines, IL 60018

Active Under Contract
3 beds 1.5 baths 1,273 sqft (assessor) Built 1963 Residential MLS #MRD12723393 21 days on market
Listing courtesy of Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group · 630-358-6717 · MLS #MRD12723393 · Status: Active Under Contract
ALL OFFERS DUE BY SUNDAY, AUG 9 AT 5 PM. Well-Maintained Brick Ranch | 3 BD / 3 BA | Finished Basement | Large Backyard | Highly Desirable 214 School District. This move-in ready brick ranch delivers an exceptional combination of thoughtful updates, flexible living space, and an unbeatable location in the highly sought-after 214 school district. The main level features an open floor plan with hardwood floors throughout and beautiful natural light in every room. The master suite offers a private retreat with a conveniently located and newly renovated en-suite half bath. A second newly renovated full bathroom completes the main level. The updated kitchen is equipped with a breakfast bar and glass doors that open directly to a patio and expansive backyard - a seamless setup for outdoor dining and entertaining. The full finished basement significantly extends the living area, featuring a spacious family room with a cozy fireplace, recreation area and wet bar, a half bathroom, and a large storage and utility room with ample space for a home gym or workshop. Additional highlights include a 1-car attached garage, newer roof and windows, and a huge backyard offering endless potential for recreation, gardening, or future improvements. Ideally situated just minutes from beautiful parks, walking trails, and Lake Opeka - where you can golf, fish, or paddle year-round. Commuters will appreciate the close proximity to the Metra UP-NW Line and easy access to I-90 and I-294, providing a quick connection to downtown Chicago and O'Hare International Airport. Vibrant downtown Des Plaines is just around the corner, offering local restaurants, shopping, entertainment, and community events.
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Property details

Interior

Appliances
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer
Interior features
Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan
Flooring
Hardwood
Fireplaces
1
Fireplace details
Electric
Basement
Finished, Crawl Space, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Full
Additional rooms
Foyer, Storage
Total rooms
7

Building & exterior

Style
Ranch
Age
61-70 Years
Exterior
Brick
Patio & porch
Patio
Other structures
Shed(s)

Parking

Garage spaces
1
Total spaces
5
Parking details
Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Owned, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
70 X 125
Township
Elk Grove
County
Cook

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Lake Michigan, Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Equipment
CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump

HOA & community

Assessment includes
None
Community features
Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Schools

Elementary
Devonshire School (59)
Junior high
Friendship Junior High School (59)
High school
Elk Grove High School (214)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$6,910 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN)
08244080130000
PIN
08244080130000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
None
Listed
8/5/2026

Rooms

RoomSizeLevelFlooring
Foyer10X7MainTile
Storage21X24Basement
Bedroom 215X10MainHardwood
Bedroom 311X12MainHardwood
Bedroom 4N/A
Dining RoomCOMBOMain
Family Room24X23BasementCeramic Tile
Kitchen12X15MainCeramic Tile
Laundry23X12Basement
Living Room21X12MainHardwood
Master Bedroom13X15MainHardwood

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