$420,000
PENDING

281 Diamond Head Dr Des Plaines, IL 60018

Des Plaines Area

Estimated payment $2,882/month

Total Views 2,357
3 Beds
3 Baths
1,273 Sq Ft
$330 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Ranch Style House
  • Wood Flooring
  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Elk Grove High School Rated A
  • Bar Fridge
  • In-Law or Guest Suite

About This Home

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.

Listing Agent

Katie Mihelich

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group License #475164575 Listed on: 08/05/2026

Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $6,910

Year Built

  • Built in 1963 | Remodeled in 2025

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 70 x 125
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Ranch Style House
  • Brick Exterior Construction

Interior Spaces

  • 1,273 Sq Ft Home
  • Wet Bar
  • Bar Fridge
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Electric Fireplace
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Storage Room
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Ceramic Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms
  • In-Law or Guest Suite

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump
  • Fireplace in Basement
  • Recreation or Family Area in Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom
  • Crawl Space
  • Basement Storage

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Shed

Schools

  • Devonshire Elementary School
  • Friendship Junior High School
  • Elk Grove High School

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Senior Tax Exemptions
  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$6,910

Year Built

Built in 1963 | Remodeled in 2025

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Ranch
  • HabitableResidenceYN: Yes
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1963
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2025
  • Actual Status: Contingent
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: 4224
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2025

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer
  • Basement: Finished, Crawl Space, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Electric
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Interior Amenities: Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan
  • LivingArea: 1273
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
  • Room Type: Foyer, Storage
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 2146
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Fireplace Location: Basement
  • Total Sq Ft: 2546
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick
  • OtherStructures: Shed(s)
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Owned, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 5

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Devonshire School
  • High School: Elk Grove High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Friendship Junior High School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: 70 X 125
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 6910.32
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior

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Tax History

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Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $6,596 $35,001 $9,188 $25,813
2024 $6,596 $32,000 $7,875 $24,125
2023 $4,002 $32,000 $7,875 $24,125
2022 $4,002 $32,000 $7,875 $24,125
2021 $5,108 $25,047 $5,250 $19,797
2020 $5,289 $25,047 $5,250 $19,797
2019 $5,354 $27,831 $5,250 $22,581
2018 $4,637 $22,777 $4,375 $18,402
2017 $4,582 $22,777 $4,375 $18,402
2016 $4,774 $22,777 $4,375 $18,402
2015 $4,104 $19,391 $3,937 $15,454
2014 $4,585 $21,232 $3,937 $17,295
2013 $4,460 $21,232 $3,937 $17,295
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
08/10/2026 08/10/26 Pending -- -- --
08/06/2026 08/06/26 For Sale $420,000 -- $330 / Sq Ft
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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Attorney
Warranty Deed $188,500 --
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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12723393

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 08-24-408-013-0000

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