2281 Elmira Avenue, Des Plaines, IL

$895,000

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5

Beds

4

Baths

3,800

Square feet

0.20

Acres

About 2281 Elmira Avenue

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.

Features of 2281 Elmira Avenue

MLS® # 12757960
Price $895,000
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 4.00
Full Baths 4
Square Footage 3,800
Acres 0.20
Year Built 2006
Type Residential
Sub-Type Detached Single
Status Active

Community Information

Address 2281 Elmira Avenue
Area Des Plaines
City Des Plaines
County Cook
State IL
Zip Code 60018

Amenities

Parking Spaces 3
Parking Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
# of Garages 3
Is Waterfront No
Has Pool No

Interior

Appliances Range, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Cooling Central Air
Fireplace Yes
# of Fireplaces 1
Fireplaces Wood Burning, Gas Starter
Stories 2 Stories
Has Basement Yes
Basement Unfinished, Full

Exterior

Exterior Brick
Lot Description Cul-De-Sac
Roof Asphalt
Foundation Concrete Perimeter

School Information

District 207
Elementary Plainfield Elementary School
Middle Algonquin Middle School
High Maine West High School

Additional Information

Days on Market 7
Foreclosure No
Short Sale No
RE / Bank Owned No
HOA Fees Freq. Not Applicable

Listing Details

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Listing information last updated on September 29th, 2026 at 5:07am CDT.