$430,000

beds

bath

half baths

1,273

square ft

281 Diamond Head Drive

Des Plaines, Illinois 60018

Closed / MLS #12723393 / Single Family / Des Plaines

Listing information updated 9/9/2026 at 5:03pm

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.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Ranch

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Finished,Crawl Space,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

61-70 Years

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Owned,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,273

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Internal Features:

Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

21x12 - Main

Dining Room:

combo - Main

Kitchen:

12x15 - Main

Family Room:

24x23 - Basement

Primary Bedroom:

13x15 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

15x10 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

11x12 - Main

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Foyer:

10x7 - Main Level

Storage:

21x24 - Basement Level

Laundry:

23x12 - Basement Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$6,910

Tax Year:

2024

Location

Zip Code:

60018

City:

Des Plaines

County:

Cook

Schools

School District(s):

59, 214

Elementary School:

Devonshire School

Middle School:

Friendship Junior High School

High School:

Elk Grove High School

Architecture Style:

Ranch

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Finished,Crawl Space,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

61-70 Years

Parking Type:

Garage - Concrete,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Owned,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Square Feet:

1,273

Lot Size:

Less Than .25 Acre

Internal Features:

Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Living Room:

21x12 - Main

Dining Room:

combo - Main

Kitchen:

12x15 - Main

Family Room:

24x23 - Basement

Primary Bedroom:

13x15 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

15x10 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

11x12 - Main

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Foyer:

10x7 - Main Level

Storage:

21x24 - Basement Level

Laundry:

23x12 - Basement Level

Tax Amount:

$6,910

Tax Year:

2024

Zip Code:

60018

City:

Des Plaines

County:

Cook

School District(s):

59, 214

Elementary School:

Devonshire School

Middle School:

Friendship Junior High School

High School:

Elk Grove High School

Listing Office: Coldwell Banker Real Estate Group

Listing Office Phone: 630.358.6717

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