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2281 Elmira Avenue

Des Plaines, IL 60018
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Bed 5

Bed

Bath 4

Bath

SqFt3,800

Sqft

Acres0.20

Acre(Lot)

Welcome to 2281 Elmira Ave, an extraordinary all-brick & stone, traditional French Chateau-style residence offering over 4,000 square feet of beautifully finished living space, plus an impressive 2,600+ square feet of unfinished basement space. With 5 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms, spectacular craftsmanship, and luxurious finishes throughout, this is a home you simply don't see come to market very often. From the moment you step inside, you'll appreciate the home's grand feel, timeless design, and attention to detail. Hardwood flooring flows throughout, while generous room sizes and an elegant layout create the perfect combination of luxury, comfort, and functionality. At the heart of the home is a stunning custom kitchen featuring beautiful cabinetry, high-end appliances, abundant counter sp ace, and an oversized center island designed for entertaining family and guests. The kitchen opens beautifully into the home's living spaces, making it ideal for both everyday living and larger gatherings. The impressive primary suite offers a true private retreat with a large walk-in closet and a luxurious, spa-like bathroom. Two additional upstairs bedrooms enjoy convenient access to a shared full bathroom, an ideal setup for children or siblings while the home's 5 bedrooms and 4 full baths provide plenty of flexibility for a large family, guests, or a home office. There is still so much room to grow. The 2,600+ sq. ft. unfinished basement provides incredible additional space and is already roughed-in for another bathroom. Finish it to create an entertainment area, home theater, gym, recreation room, additional living space or simply enjoy the tremendous amount of storage. Outside, the beautiful backyard continues the home's impressive feel with fruit trees, extensive paving, and a large gazebo perfect for outdoor entertaining and relaxing. The attached garage offers additional interior space allowing parking for up to 3 vehicles. Recent updates include 2025 Furnace#1, 2025 Water Heater, 2025 Washer & Dryer, 2024 Gazebo, 2021 Furnace#2 and AC. Additional features include a central vacuum system, Pella Windows, convenient access to major highways, and countless details that make this property truly special. With its stately all-brick construction, European-inspired architecture, exceptional space, and beautiful finishes, this home truly feels like your own private castle. A rare opportunity to own a distinctive residence offering luxury, character, and more than 6,400 square feet of combined finished and unfinished space.

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $925,000

AD Id : 89674749

MLS Id : MRD12736218

Beds : 5

Lot Size : 0.20 Acre

Living Area Size : 3,800

Year Built : 2006

Garage : 3

County : Cook

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Feature Features

  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedroom: 5 Room Types: Bedroom 5

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 4 Full Baths: 4

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 9

    Interior Features

    Roof: Asphalt Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s) Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup

    Roofing Information

    Asphalt
  • Flooring Information

    Construction Materials: Brick
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+ Cooling: Central Air WaterSource: Lake Michigan

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 2006

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 55X153 Lot Description: Cul-De-Sac Lot Acres: 0.195 Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Sub Type: Detached Single Type Detached: 2 Stories

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price:$925000

  • Tax Information

    Annual Tax: $18797.44 Tax Year: 2025 Parcel Number: 09304070340000 Tax Exemption: Homeowner

  • Parking Information

    Total Parking: 3 Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

    Garage Information

    Garage Space: 3

    Homeowners Association Information

    Included Fees: None

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Plainfield Elementary School Junior High School: Algonquin Middle School Senior High School: Maine West High School
  • Utility Information

    Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Lake Michigan
  • Location Information

    City: Des Plaines Direction: SOUTH ON WOLF RD 2 JARVIS TURN LEFT 2 ELMIRA SOUTH.
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MLS: MRED #12736218 LISTED BY: Peter Dubiel, HomeSmart Connect LLC 847-495-5000 SOURCE: Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) (Listings courtesy of Midwest Real Estate Data LLC (MRED) as distributed by MLS GRID)

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