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Property Description
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 space, 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.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2281 Elmira Ave
General
- Price: $925,000
- Taxes: $18,797 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12736218
- Updated: 8/18/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Sidewalks, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Wood-Burning, Gas Starter
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, High-End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 4
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Spaces: 3
- Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Des Plaines
- County: Cook
- Township: Maine
- Driving Directions: SOUTH ON WOLF RD 2 JARVIS TURN LEFT 2 ELMIRA SOUTH.
School Information
- School District: 62
- Elem School District: 62
- Midd School District: 62
- High School District: 207
- Elementary School: Plainfield Elementary School
- Middle School: Algonquin Middle School
- High School: Maine West High School
- Private School: Maine West High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Model: Traditional European
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 3,800
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 2006
Manufactured Home
- Model: Traditional European
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.195
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 55 x 153
- Lot Features: Cul-De-Sac
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 2006
- Tax Amount: $18,797.44
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 9304070340000
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Schools
Schools serving 2281 Elmira Ave
School Districts:Des Plaines Community Consolidated School District 62, Maine Township High School District 207
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Plainfield Elementary School 1850 Plainfield Drive, Des Plaines, IL 60018 | PK-5 | 0.6 mi |
Iroquois Community School 1836 East Touhy Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60018 | K-8 | 1.5 mi |
Algonquin Middle School, Des Plaines, IL 767 East Algonquin Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016 | 6-8 | 1.4 mi |
Maine West High School 1755 South Wolf Road, Des Plaines, IL 60018 | 9-12 | 0.7 mi |
Disclaimer:
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Price & Sales History for 2281 Elmira Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/18/2026
Listed
$925,000
38.06%
MLS
6/13/2007
Sold
$670,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 2281 Elmira Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$16,014
—
$81,000
26%
2023
$16,014
3%
$64,052
—
2022
$15,601
9%
$64,052
28%
2021
$14,351
1%
$50,017
—
2020
$14,177
—
$50,017
-11%
2019
$14,201
-4%
$56,199
6%
2018
$14,860
-2%
$53,123
-3%
2017
$15,095
—
$54,757
-3%
2016
$15,029
2%
$56,583
10%
2015
$14,788
2%
$51,538
—
2014
$14,492
3%
$51,538
—
2013
$14,114
-7%
$51,538
-18%
2012
$15,148
—
$62,652
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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2281 Elmira Avenue, Des Plaines, IL 60018 (MLS# 12736218) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 4 full bathrooms. 2281 Elmira Avenue is currently listed for $925,000 and was received on August 18, 2026. Want to learn more about 2281 Elmira Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Des Plaines? You can browse all Des Plaines real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

