281 Diamond Head Drive, Des Plaines, IL 60018 (MLS # 12723393)

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PRICE $420,000 dsIDX morgage calculator
BEDS 3
BATHS 2
HOME SIZE 1,273 sqft
LOT SIZE n/a

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.

DAYS ON MARKET 1 LAST UPDATED 8/11/2026
YEAR BUILT 1963 COMMUNITY Des Plaines
GARAGE SPACES 1.0 COUNTY Cook
STATUS Conditional PROPERTY TYPE(S) Single Family

SCHOOLS
School District Elk Grove High School
Elementary School Devonshire School
Jr. High School Friendship Junior High School
High School Elk Grove High School


ADDITIONAL DETAILS
AIR Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
AIR CONDITIONING Yes
APPLIANCES Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Dryer, Microwave, Range, Refrigerator, Washer
AREA Des Plaines
BASEMENT Crawl Space, Finished, Full, Storage Space, Sump Pump, Yes
CONSTRUCTION Brick
FIREPLACE Yes
GARAGE Attached Garage, Yes
HEAT Natural Gas
INTERIOR Entrance Foyer, In-Law Floorplan, Wet Bar
LOT 0
LOT DIMENSIONS 70 X 125
PARKING Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Attached, Garage
SEWER Public Sewer
STYLE Ranch
TAXES 6910.32
WATER Public
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