81 Nicholas Dr E, Des Plaines, IL 60016
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OFF MARKET

81 Nicholas Dr E
Des Plaines, IL 60016

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,702 sqft
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,702 sqft

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
63 Nicholas Dr W, Des Plaines, IL
0.06
Townhouse
$455,000
09/30/25
3
2.5
1,734
53 Nicholas Dr, Des Plaines, IL
0.10
Townhouse
$442,000
08/29/25
3
2.5
1,756
72 Nicholas Dr E, Des Plaines, IL
0.04
Townhouse
$475,000
07/20/26
3
2.5
1,702
1244 Evergreen Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.47
Townhouse
$440,000
08/14/26
3
2.5
1,613
776 Rockwell Ln, Des Plaines, IL
0.10
Townhouse
$499,000
06/01/26
3
2.5
2,000
1128 Evergreen Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.30
Townhouse
$439,000
09/29/25
3
2.5
1,782
1216 Evergreen Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.43
Townhouse
$409,000
09/29/25
2
2.5
1,971
1245 Evergreen Ave, Des Plaines, IL
0.48
Townhouse
$420,000
10/17/25
2
2.5
2,153
184 Lilah Ct, Des Plaines, IL
0.51
Townhouse
$449,000
06/26/26
3
3.5
1,882

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
52 Nicholas Dr E, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.04
$478,000
3
2.5
1,876
Off Market
51 Nicholas Dr E, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.04
$460,900
3
2.5
1,740
Off Market
72 Nicholas Dr E, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.04
$475,000
3
2.5
1,702
Recently Sold
83 Nicholas Dr E, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.01
$472,900
3
2.5
1,876
Off Market
31 Nicholas Dr E, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.06
$452,600
3
2.5
1,627
Off Market
63 Nicholas Dr W, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.06
$478,600
3
2.5
1,734
Off Market
41 Nicholas Dr E, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.06
$452,600
3
2.5
1,702
Off Market
47 Nicholas Dr E, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.06
$485,000
3
2.5
1,800
For Sale
27 Nicholas Dr E, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.08
$500,000
3
2.5
1,748
Off Market
15 Nicholas Dr E, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.09
$456,200
3
2.5
1,627
Off Market
776 Rockwell Ln, Des Plaines, IL 60016
0.10
$499,000
3
2.5
2,000
Recently Sold

Local Information

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  • Schools2 Elementary Schools2 Middle Schools1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Property Type
Townhouse
Year Built
2019
Living Area
1,702 sqft
Parking
2 Car Garage
HOA
$239/Monthly

About this House

Welcome to this exquisite Mendelssohn model townhome, built in 2019, located in the highly sought-after Buckingham Subdivision. This luxurious residence offers three spacious bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, and a two-car garage. On the ground level, the two-car garage opens into a versatile den, ideal for a media room, small home gym, or a home office-perfect for remote workers. Step inside to find a beautifully designed kitchen featuring white shaker cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and a charming shiplap accent wall. The open floor plan seamlessly connects the kitchen, living room, and dining room, all enhanced by soaring 9ft ceilings. Adjacent to the kitchen, a lovely balcony awaits, perfect for outdoor grilling and relaxing. The primary bedroom boasts a generous walk-in closet, providing ample storage space. Conveniently, the laundry room is situated on the same floor as all the bedrooms, making household chores a breeze. This prime location offers easy access to the Metra, major highways, and downtown Des Plaines, where you can enjoy shopping, dining, and entertainment. Plus, O'Hare Airport is just a 20-minute drive away. Don't miss the chance to make this luxurious townhome your own!
81 Nicholas Dr E, Des Plaines, IL 60016 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,702 sqft townhouse built in 2019. It last sold for $432,500 on Aug 5, 2024 (2% above the $425,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $3,534/month.

Home Details for 81 Nicholas Dr E

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,PartialNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Balcony Porch Lanai, Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Storage, Walk In Closet
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms (full): 2Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1702 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)DishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: Upper Level,In Unit,Laundry ClosetRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No Spa
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Number of Stories: 3Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Carpet
View
No View
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltOther Structures: NoneExterior: BalconyFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 2019
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Townhouse, Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, BrickNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 09171070810000

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $425,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Jul 01 2024Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Des PlainesCommunity: Buckingham Place
School Information
Elementary School: Cumberland Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 62Jr High / Middle School: Chippewa Middle SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 62High School: Maine East High SchoolHigh School District: 207

Agent Information

Buyer Agent
Buyer Company Name: The Esenberg Team

Community

Community Features: Sidewalks

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow RemovalHas an HOAHOA Fee: $239/Monthly

Lot Information

Lot Area: 1002 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 11913062

Additional Information

HOA Amenities: ParkSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Michael McCoy, (312) 532-2205
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with: Sherri Esenberg, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#11913062

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Aug 5, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11913062
Sold
$432,500
Jul 31, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11913062
Pending
$425,000
Jul 2, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11913062
Contingent
$425,000
Jun 27, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11913062
Listed For Sale
$425,000

Market trends in Des Plaines

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$329K
$6.62KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$234
$1MoM
Available listings
202
1MoM
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What Locals Say about Des Plaines

At least 515 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 84 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 81 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 78 % Say parking is easy

  • 75 % Say car is needed

  • 74 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 67 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 67 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 67 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 66 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 66 % Say kids play outside

  • 63 % Say it's quiet

  • 58 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 51 % Say there's wildlife

  • 47 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 29 % Say there are community events

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  • Caroline Wood
    "Great sense of community. Beautiful neighborhood. Lots of beautiful mature trees in the area. Beautiful homes. "
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  • Jasmina Ejupovic
    "Friendly people, clean area, major stores and restaurants in nearby neighborhoods like Rosemont and Mt Prospect, with some major stores in our area. Family friendly and generally quiet, aside from trains and sirens. "
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  • Hyder
    "I am not sure about what dog owners like or not like. I do not like it if the dog owners do not pick up after their dogs. "
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  • Trulia User
    "I only live about 2.5 miles from work so my commute is short and sweet and I don’t really experience much traffic"
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  • Captzamboni
    "Taste of Des Plaines….Fall Fest are very family oriented. Great place to raise a family. I’ve been a resident since 1993. "
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  • Arroyom617
    "Get kids involved in sports here it’s key for the kids to create friendships and parents can also build friendships as well. "
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  • Brucefran53
    "Very very friendly and well kept up neighborhood. Everyone helps each other. Great senior center and I love the library. It has wonderful programs also. Their website is the best. Des plaines has wonderful schools. Very easy to reach anywhere because of being close to the airport. We also have access to many major highways. Metra is easy to get to here for access to downtown."
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  • Amjdvm98
    "I drive downtown. Its not too bad for a commute. I commute daily snd get on 294 to 90 east. Takes about 40 minutes to my office. "
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  • Man.rodrigues2
    "The owners of dogs would like the parks around. I always see dogs playing. Although most of the buildings in the area doesn’t allow pets. "
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  • Sarah G.
    "I’ve lived around this area for 25 years quiet and clean good place to raise a family and go for walks"
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  • Y.kalamata
    "There a lot of dogs and dog walkers in our area. no dog parks that i know of but the forest preserve is down the street. "
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  • Hyderhash10
    "My neighborhood has easy access to expressways, public transportation and close to the airport and convenient shopping and close to a pharmacy. "
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  • Sperezic
    "great area for starting family and schools are close by and very good I raised my boys here and family in the neighborhood "
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  • Y.kalamata
    "its close to every highway. its very easy to get to and from any where. airport is easy to get to and you get rosemont perks for their centers. "
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  • Jennie V.
    "Perfect commute to the city or to the western suburbs. Never longer than 40 minutes if you’re heading to Elgin. Commute to the city can be as little as 25 minutes depending on which part of Chicago you’re going to."
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  • Jennie V.
    "Taste of Des Plaines, various events at the Des Plaines library. Plus have the entertainment district in Rosemont (10 minutes away) is really nice."
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  • Peterekw75
    "It’s a pet friendly area with lots of parks and dog parks near by with no leash rules. Bring your dog and be happy "
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  • Michelle
    "perfect location!! can really to metra station and highway very close! close to shopping and restaurants! "
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  • Mjrihani
    "Most people in Des Plaines own their cars. But biopic transportation is available on most main streets. Just a short walk to the bus stop. "
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  • A. T.
    "Lots of kids play in the front yards and even meet up in the small park by the townhouses. It’s a safe area, just teach your kids to look both ways before crossing the street since a good amount of cars go in and out from all around. Especially near downtown Des Plaines."
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  • Dev R.
    "Great neighborhood for family to live. Everything you need is around from shopping malls to parks. There are too many parks around des plaines, where can you spend your weekend with your family. "
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  • Lee D.
    "not much going on. needs more restaurants and activities . maybe when streets are finished the town will come back to life. mov ie theater downtown will help when its finished. "
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  • Bob Micek
    "Excellent outdoor opportunities for families with children. Quiet neighborhood with excellent school, park district and public service resources. Location allows quick access to interstates and airport for commuting and travel. Public transportation options are available nearby as well."
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  • Bcouch0600
    "Very close to all major transportation. Con: airport can be noisy. Lots of people with loud mufflers in this city. "
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  • Fred
    "yes awesome very clean freindly clean nice people roads need some work tho, respectfully stores and restaurants near by ,"
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  • Ddawn8data
    "Forest Elementary School has a Turkey Trot every year. the local restaurant offers Hometown bands and weekly specials."
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  • SA
    "I recently moved to this neighborhood, I feel very convenient for all public transportation and school."
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  • blob
    "forgive your children. you raised them. every parent messes up. your kids might forgive you later if you treat them right. this is a lovely neighborhood."
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  • Rebecca g.
    "I lived in this neighborhood almost my whole entire life. right off walnut it's nice and peaceful and it's safe for the most part."
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Frequently asked questions about 81 Nicholas Dr E

  • What is the price history for 81 Nicholas Dr E?
    81 Nicholas Dr E in Des Plaines, IL last sold for $432,500 in August 2024.
  • Is Des Plaines a buyer's or seller's market?
    Des Plaines is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Des Plaines?
    The median sale price in Des Plaines is $329K. That is up $6.62K from the prior month.
  • What do residents say about Des Plaines?
    Residents describe Des Plaines, IL as pedestrian-friendly, dog-friendly, and easy to park in. See recently sold homes in Des Plaines, IL.
  • Does 81 Nicholas Dr E have air conditioning?
    Yes, 81 Nicholas Dr E in Des Plaines, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 81 Nicholas Dr E have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 81 Nicholas Dr E in Des Plaines, IL has in-unit laundry.
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