This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
1/33
$575,000
This is a carousel with tiles that activate property listing cards. Use the previous and next buttons to navigate.
1/33
Property Description
Welcome To This Quality Built 4 Bdrm, 3 Full Baths Beautifully Remodeled All Brick Ranch With Full Finished Basement and 2.5 Car Attached Garage. The 1St Floor Features A Completely Updated Kitchen W/All Stainless Steel Appliances, Large Island, Granite Countertops and Sliders To Backyard W/Brick Paver Patio. An Open Concept Living/Dinning Area With Vaulted Ceilings, Skylights, Fireplace, Bay Window, Hardwood Floors T/O and Recessed Lights. Master Bedroom Has Full Bath. Finished Basement With A 4Th Bedroom, Huge Family Room W/Wet Bar, Office Room, Full Bath W/Sauna and Laundry Room. Natural Light Fills The Home and Spray Foam Insulation Contributing To Improved Energy Efficiency and Year-Round Comfort. If You Like The Space To Entertain and Appreciate The Ammenities Of A Contemporary Lifestyle, This Is The Home For You. All Of This Is Set in A Convenient Location Close To Parks, Shopping, Restaurants, Excellent Schools, and Just Minutes From Metra Access, Downtown Mount Prospect As Well As Downtown Des Plaines and O'Hare Airport. There Is Nothing Left To Do But Move in and Enjoy!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 256 W Kathleen Dr
General
- Price: $575,000
- Taxes: $7,247 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12616388
- Updated: 5/16/2026
- Added to Site: 48 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Park, Sidewalks
Interior
- Basement: Finished, F
- Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), Steam Room, Sauna, Wet Bar, Open Floorplan, Granite Counters
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Gas Log
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Whirlpool
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1
Additional Information
- Equipment: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Train
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2.5
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Concrete, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Des Plaines
- County: Cook
- Township: Elk Grove
- Subdivision: High Ridge Knolls
- Driving Directions: MT. PROSPECT RD, NORTH OF DEMPSTER TO KATHLEEN, WEST TO HOME
School Information
- School District: 59
- Elem School District: 59
- Midd School District: 59
- High School District: 214
- Elementary School: Brentwood Elementary School
- Middle School: Friendship Junior High School
- High School: Elk Grove High School
- Private School: Elk Grove High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Ranch
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Construction: Brick, Stone
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Stone
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Sq. Ft. Source: Not Reported
- Year Built: 1960
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2014
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 134 x 65 x 128 x 66
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1960
- Tax Amount: $7,247
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 8134050040000
Listed by RE/MAX Properties Northwest
Get Pre-Approved Today
Get a Great Insurance Rate
Schools
Schools serving 256 W Kathleen Dr
School Districts:Township High School District 214, Community Consolidated School District 59
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Brentwood Elementary School, Des Plaines, IL 260 Dulles Road, Des Plaines, IL 60016 | K-5 | 0.4 mi |
Friendship Jr High School 550 Elizabeth Lane, Des Plaines, IL 60018 | 6-8 | 0.9 mi |
Elk Grove High School 500 West Elk Grove Boulevard, Elk Grove Village, IL 60007 | 9-12 | 4.1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Tax History
Tax History for 256 W Kathleen Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$6,922
—
$39,000
27%
2023
$6,922
-7%
$30,635
-10%
2022
$7,408
58%
$33,999
69%
2021
$4,676
1%
$20,162
—
2020
$4,636
-22%
$20,162
-27%
2019
$5,942
30%
$27,464
39%
2018
$4,571
1%
$19,792
—
2017
$4,504
-16%
$19,792
-15%
2016
$5,371
14%
$23,304
18%
2015
$4,721
1%
$19,757
—
2014
$4,683
15%
$19,757
—
2013
$4,067
-26%
$19,757
-23%
2012
$5,472
—
$25,505
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Estimate the Cost
Estimate the Cost for 256 W Kathleen Dr
256 W Kathleen Drive, Des Plaines, IL 60016 (MLS# 12616388) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 256 W Kathleen Drive is currently listed for $575,000 and was received on April 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 256 W Kathleen Drive? 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.

