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Off market apr 2024 for $385K

$439,751

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,566/mo

•

1,491

sq ft

281 Oxford Rd, Des Plaines, IL 60016

About this home

Nicely Updated 3 Bedroom Colonial in the heart of Des Plaines! Fresh paint and flooring along with plenty of windows to let in the light. Large living room with fireplace also features a door out to the large deck and beautiful backyard. There's a formal dining room with gorgeous newly refinished hardwood flooring that leads to the generously sized kitchen with maple cabinets. Upstairs you'll find three bedrooms with more hardwood floors and large closets along with a full bath. A pull-down stair leads to the attic for plenty of storage! The finished basement offers a family room with built-in cabinets and a huge laundry room with even more storage. New house/garage roof 2020 and gutter leaf guards. Convenient Location near downtown Des Plaines, Metra, expressway and shopping - nothing to do here but move in and enjoy!

Single-familyProperty Type

1940Year Built

7,700 sq ftLot Size

$295Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Teresa Stultz • Premier Living Properties

Bought with Peter Gialamas • Century 21 Langos & Christian

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12010622

Redfin Estimate

$439,751

$55K since sold in April 2024$4,000 since October

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This home's estimate is 7.2% higher than the average sale price ($410K) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$435,000
A
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SOLD SEP 8, 2026
$408,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,526 sq ft
1078 Greenview Ave, Des Plaines, IL 60016
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
$340,000
C
3 beds2 baths1,328 sq ft
254 S Cumberland Pkwy, Des Plaines, IL 60016
SOLD OCT 7, 2026
$499,000
D
3 beds1.5 baths1,583 sq ft
308 S Albert St, Mount Prospect, IL 60056
SOLD AUG 25, 2026
$370,000
E
3 beds1.5 baths1,250 sq ft
839 E Thacker St, Des Plaines, IL 60016

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$123,803

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Market trends in 60016, IL

Last updated October 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-list price

99.3%

0.9% MoM

Median sale price

$349K

$6K MoM

Avg. days on market

47d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

210

20 MoM

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Sale history for 281 Oxford Rd

Date

Event

Price

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12010622

Apr 16, 2024

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

$385,000

$258/sq ft

Mar 27, 2024

Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)

—

Mar 27, 2024

Listing Removed

—

Mar 26, 2024

Listing Removed

—

Mar 21, 2024

Listed (Active)

$360,000

$241/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07302129

Oct 1, 2009

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$285,000

$191/sq ft

Sep 3, 2009

Contingent

—

Aug 18, 2009

Listed (New)

$309,000

$207/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07270300

Aug 18, 2009

Listing Removed

—

Public Records

Aug 26, 1994

Sold

$172,500

$116/sq ft

Public Records

Nov 1, 1986

Sold

$117,500

$79/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2020

$4,232 (−8.8%)

$4,620 + $14,970

$19,590

2019

$4,641 (−12.1%)

$4,620 + $18,798

$23,418

2018

$5,281 (+1.2%)

$4,042 + $19,800

$23,842

2017

$5,219 (−4.0%)

$4,042 + $19,800

$23,842

2016

$5,436 (−19.4%)

$4,042 + $19,800

$23,842

2015

$6,744 (+27.3%)

$3,465 + $18,846

$22,311

2014

$5,299 (−6.7%)

$3,465 + $18,846

$22,311

2013

$5,679 (−3.4%)

$3,465 + $18,846

$22,311

2012

$5,878 (+2.7%)

$4,042 + $21,798

$25,840

2011

$5,724 (+0.5%)

$4,042 + $21,798

$25,840

2010

$5,698 (−10.0%)

$4,042 + $21,798

$25,840

2009

$6,330 (+34.5%)

$4,235 + $24,265

$28,500

2008

$4,706 (+14.3%)

$6,776 + $27,131

$33,907

2007

$4,118

$6,776 + $27,131

$33,907

Tax history for 281 Oxford Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2020

$4,232 (−8.8%)

$4,620 + $14,970

$19,590

2019

$4,641 (−12.1%)

$4,620 + $18,798

$23,418

2018

$5,281 (+1.2%)

$4,042 + $19,800

$23,842

2017

$5,219 (−4.0%)

$4,042 + $19,800

$23,842

2016

$5,436 (−19.4%)

$4,042 + $19,800

$23,842

2015

$6,744 (+27.3%)

$3,465 + $18,846

$22,311

2014

$5,299 (−6.7%)

$3,465 + $18,846

$22,311

2013

$5,679 (−3.4%)

$3,465 + $18,846

$22,311

2012

$5,878 (+2.7%)

$4,042 + $21,798

$25,840

2011

$5,724 (+0.5%)

$4,042 + $21,798

$25,840

2010

$5,698 (−10.0%)

$4,042 + $21,798

$25,840

2009

$6,330 (+34.5%)

$4,235 + $24,265

$28,500

2008

$4,706 (+14.3%)

$6,776 + $27,131

$33,907

2007

$4,118

$6,776 + $27,131

$33,907

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

1.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

7,700 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,491

Year built

1942

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Cook County

APN

09182100050000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 15, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Parking (Total): 1
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Detached
Driveway: Concrete

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bath Amenities: Double Sink

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3

Room Information
Room Type: Foyer
Level: Main
Dimensions: 8 x 6
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Recreation Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 22 x 21
Flooring: Wood Laminate

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12 x 10
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12 x 10
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4

Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Family Room

Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 10
Flooring: Wood Laminate

Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 12 x 15
Flooring: Wood Laminate

Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 23 x 14
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 16 x 13
Flooring: Carpet

Additional Rooms Information
Foyer, Recreation Room
Attic: Full,Pull Down Stair
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Full
Basement Description: Finished
Basement Sq. Ft.: 746

Interior Features
Interior Features: Hardwood Floors
# of Rooms: 7

Equipment
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Washer, Dryer, Disposal

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Living Room

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck

Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area: 746
Exterior Building Type: Aluminum Siding,Brick
Age: 81-90 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 2,238

Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Main Sq Ft: 746
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 2,238
Total Sq Ft: 1,492
Upper Sq Ft: 746
Parcel Number: 09182100050000

Lot Information
Dimensions: 70 X 110
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Lot Features: Fenced Yard, Landscaped

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior,Disabled Vet

Financial Information
Finance Code: Cash
Special Service Area: N

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Community Information
Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

School Information
Elementary School District: 62
Elementary School: Terrace Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 62
Middle Or Junior School: Chippewa Middle School
High School District: 207
High School: Maine West High School

Location Information
Subdivision Name: Cumberland Terrace
Township: Maine
Corporate Limits: Des Plaines
Directions: WOLF RD S OF GOLF TO COLUMBIA E TO OXFORD S TO HOME

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,491
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,700 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1942
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 09182100050000

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 15, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No

Around this home

Schools

Terrace Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi

7/10

Chippewa Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi

7/10

Maine West High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.9mi

9/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

3/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 100° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

5 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Des Plaines, IL • 60016

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Sun exposure

In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in June and 3.3 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$418,000 – $506,000

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Home values near 281 Oxford Rd

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
276 Oxford Road, Des Plaines, IL 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1158 Sq. Ft.	$362,558
292 Oxford Road, Des Plaines, IL 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1684 Sq. Ft.	$442,343

Address	Redfin Estimate
300 Oxford Road, Des Plaines, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1160 Sq. Ft.	$363,747
284 Oxford Road, Des Plaines, IL 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1434 Sq. Ft.	$393,676

Address	Redfin Estimate
320 Oxford Road, Des Plaines, IL 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1290 Sq. Ft.	$361,993
268 Oxford Road, Des Plaines, IL 2 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1550 Sq. Ft.	$398,719

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