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8856 N Northshore Dr

8856 N Northshore Dr, Des Plaines, IL, 60016
Courtland Square Condominiums

YEAR BUILT

1970

# STORIES

2

# TOTAL UNITS

6

UNIT SIZE RANGE

750-1,000 sqft

Description

8856 N Northshore Dr is located in Des Plaines, near the intersection of Waukegan Road and Dempster Street. This low-rise building stands at 2 stories with a total of 6 condominium units. Construction was completed in 1970, giving the property some classic charm. Nearby, the North Shore Channel provides a pleasant waterway. The units come in sizes ranging from 750 to 1,000 square feet. Buyers can choose between 1 and 2-bedroom layouts. Prices for the units range from $161,850 to $200,000. Over the last 12 months, the average closed price was around $161,850. The average price per square foot is $162, with units spending about 88 days on the market. The building has some appealing amenities, including a park, tennis courts, a pool, and a party room. These features provide great options for relaxation and recreation. The low-rise structure is simple yet functional, catering to those looking for a cozy living space. Nearby restaurants like Periyali Greek Taverna, Plateia, and Nancy's Pizza make dining out easy. Local parks provide additional options for outdoor activities. The building's setting balances urban amenities with neighborhood charm, making it a suitable choice for those who want a community feel. Parking information and further details about in-unit characteristics are not specified. The location offers access to services and easy transit routes, enhancing the building's appeal. This description captures the essence of living at 8856 N Northshore Dr without overlooking its inviting environment.

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8856 N Northshore Dr

8856 N Northshore Dr, Des Plaines, IL, 60016


Courtland Square Condominiums

YEAR BUILT

1970

# STORIES

2

# TOTAL UNITS

6

UNIT SIZE RANGE

750-1,000 sqft

Description

8856 N Northshore Dr is located in Des Plaines, near the intersection of Waukegan Road and Dempster Street. This low-rise building stands at 2 stories with a total of 6 condominium units. Construction was completed in 1970, giving the property some classic charm. Nearby, the North Shore Channel provides a pleasant waterway. The units come in sizes ranging from 750 to 1,000 square feet. Buyers can choose between 1 and 2-bedroom layouts. Prices for the units range from $161,850 to $200,000. Over the last 12 months, the average closed price was around $161,850. The average price per square foot is $162, with units spending about 88 days on the market. The building has some appealing amenities, including a park, tennis courts, a pool, and a party room. These features provide great options for relaxation and recreation. The low-rise structure is simple yet functional, catering to those looking for a cozy living space. Nearby restaurants like Periyali Greek Taverna, Plateia, and Nancy's Pizza make dining out easy. Local parks provide additional options for outdoor activities. The building's setting balances urban amenities with neighborhood charm, making it a suitable choice for those who want a community feel. Parking information and further details about in-unit characteristics are not specified. The location offers access to services and easy transit routes, enhancing the building's appeal. This description captures the essence of living at 8856 N Northshore Dr without overlooking its inviting environment.

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Description

8856 N Northshore Dr is located in Des Plaines, near the intersection of Waukegan Road and Dempster Street. This low-rise building stands at 2 stories with a total of 6 condominium units. Construction was completed in 1970, giving the property some classic charm. Nearby, the North Shore Channel provides a pleasant waterway. The units come in sizes ranging from 750 to 1,000 square feet. Buyers can choose between 1 and 2-bedroom layouts. Prices for the units range from $161,850 to $200,000. Over the last 12 months, the average closed price was around $161,850. The average price per square foot is $162, with units spending about 88 days on the market. The building has some appealing amenities, including a park, tennis courts, a pool, and a party room. These features provide great options for relaxation and recreation. The low-rise structure is simple yet functional, catering to those looking for a cozy living space. Nearby restaurants like Periyali Greek Taverna, Plateia, and Nancy's Pizza make dining out easy. Local parks provide additional options for outdoor activities. The building's setting balances urban amenities with neighborhood charm, making it a suitable choice for those who want a community feel. Parking information and further details about in-unit characteristics are not specified. The location offers access to services and easy transit routes, enhancing the building's appeal. This description captures the essence of living at 8856 N Northshore Dr without overlooking its inviting environment.

8856 N Northshore Dr Key Stats Last 12 months

Avg. Listed Price$189,950($202/Sqft.)
Avg. Sale Price$161,850($162/Sqft.)
Year over year list price0.00%
Year over year sale price 0.00%
Total Listings2 Listed
Total sold1 Sold
Average Days on Market88 days
Average HOA fees per sqft$4 /monthly
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Key Stats

Year over year list price0.00%
Year over year sale price0.00%
Total Listings2 Listed
Total sold1 Sold
Average Days on Market88 days
Average HOA fees per sqft$4 /monthly

Glen Gardens Estate Availability & Demand

Unit Availability

High
High availability buildings list units frequently.

Unit Availability helps to understand how often units in a particular building are listed for sale as compared with the neighborhood average. Units are rarely listed in buildings with low availability.

Unit Demand

Low
Units in high-demand buildings sell quicker.

Unit Demand is a measure of quickly units in a particular building sell as compared with other buildings in the neighborhood. Units in high-demand buildings sell more quickly.

For Sale 0 For Sale

8856 N Northshore Dr Sold Listings

UnitSize (sqft)BedsBathsDays On MarketDateStatusPrice
Unit 2C2C90021472026-03-13
MLS#: 12548980 		Closed$200,000
Unit 2C2C100021882025-12-08
MLS#: 12457806 		Closed$161,850
Unit 1E1E80011282020-03-13
MLS#: 10637929 		Closed$100,000
Unit 1A1A1750222022011-01-04
MLS#: 07556506 		Closed$72,000
Unit 1A
1A

2 Beds

2 Baths

1750 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2011-01-04Closed$72,000
MLS#: 07556506
Days On Market202
Unit 1E
1E

1 Beds

1 Baths

800 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2020-03-13Closed$100,000
MLS#: 10637929
Days On Market28
Unit 2C
2C

2 Beds

1 Baths

900 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2026-03-13Closed$200,000
MLS#: 12548980
Days On Market47
Unit 2C
2C

2 Beds

1 Baths

1000 sqft

DateStatusPrice
2025-12-08Closed$161,850
MLS#: 12457806
Days On Market88
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Amenities

Living in this condo offers wonderful amenities for everyone. You can enjoy sunny days at the inviting pool. It is the perfect spot for relaxing or swimming. If you love tennis, the on-site courts are waiting for you. Grab your racket and enjoy a match with friends or family. For gatherings, the party room makes an excellent place to celebrate special occasions. Whether it is a casual get-together or a big event, it provides a warm atmosphere for fun. If you appreciate nature, the nearby park offers lush green spaces. Here, you can take walks or just unwind in a peaceful setting. These amenities truly enhance the quality of life for residents.

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Amenities Description

Living in this condo offers wonderful amenities for everyone. You can enjoy sunny days at the inviting pool. It is the perfect spot for relaxing or swimming. If you love tennis, the on-site courts are waiting for you. Grab your racket and enjoy a match with friends or family. For gatherings, the party room makes an excellent place to celebrate special occasions. Whether it is a casual get-together or a big event, it provides a warm atmosphere for fun. If you appreciate nature, the nearby park offers lush green spaces. Here, you can take walks or just unwind in a peaceful setting. These amenities truly enhance the quality of life for residents.

Parking
Parking
Locker
Locker
Concierge
Concierge
Elevator(s)
Elevator(s)
Central AC
Central AC
Pool
Pool
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Fitness Center
Fitness Center
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Visitors Parking
Visitors Parking
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Amenities

Pool

Pool

Security Door Lock(s)

Security Door Lock(s)

Coin Laundry

Coin Laundry

Tennis Court(s)

Tennis Court(s)

Party Room

Party Room

Storage

Storage

Policies

This building values a friendly and comfortable living space. If you have pets, you will feel at home here, as both cats and dogs are welcome. Enjoy the joys of having furry companions by your side. The building promotes a warm atmosphere while ensuring that everyone follows a few basic guidelines. It’s comforting to know that the policies support a community where pets can thrive alongside their owners. You can make wonderful memories while embracing a lifestyle that suits your needs and those of your beloved pets. Overall, this condo setting invites you to enjoy life in a supportive community.

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Amenities Description

This building values a friendly and comfortable living space. If you have pets, you will feel at home here, as both cats and dogs are welcome. Enjoy the joys of having furry companions by your side. The building promotes a warm atmosphere while ensuring that everyone follows a few basic guidelines. It’s comforting to know that the policies support a community where pets can thrive alongside their owners. You can make wonderful memories while embracing a lifestyle that suits your needs and those of your beloved pets. Overall, this condo setting invites you to enjoy life in a supportive community.

Pet Allowed
Pet Allowed
BBQ Permitted
BBQ Permitted
Sublet Allowed
Sublet Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed
Short-term Rental Allowed

Compare with Buildings in the Neighbourhood (Last 12 Months)

Compare building's average price/sq. ft. and HOA fees/sq. ft. to buildings nearby

Building NameAvg price per square footAVG HOA FEE per square foot (Monthly)
8856 N Northshore Dr$162/sqft.$4 /sqft.
Courtland Square Condominiums$193/sqft.$3 /sqft.
8852 Leslie Ave$193/sqft.$3 /sqft.
Courtland Square Condominiums$183/sqft.$3 /sqft.
8848 N Kenneth Ave$223/sqft.$3 /sqft.
Courtland Square Condominiums$223/sqft.$3 /sqft.

Nearby Schools

Kiddie Garden

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Private|Grades PK–KG
9130 W Golf Rd|0.47 miles away

Mark Twain Elementary School

B-
Public|Grades KG–5
9401 N Hamlin Ave|0.48 miles away

First Steps Preschool

--
Public|Grades PK–PK
10000 Dee Rd|0.66 miles away

Apollo Elementary School

C+
Public|Grades KG–5
10100 Dee Rd|0.72 miles away

Childrens Learning World

--
Private|Grades PK–TKG
8101 W Golf Rd|0.96 miles away

Washington Elementary School

A-
Public|Grades KG–5
2710 Golf Rd|1.04 miles away
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Schools

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Description

Kiddie Garden

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Private|Grades PK–KG
9130 W Golf Rd|Less than 1 Mile Away

Mark Twain Elementary School

B-
Public|Grades KG–5
9401 N Hamlin Ave|Less than 1 Mile Away

First Steps Preschool

--
Public|Grades PK–PK
10000 Dee Rd|Less than 1 Mile Away

Apollo Elementary School

C+
Public|Grades KG–5
10100 Dee Rd|Less than 1 Mile Away

Childrens Learning World

--
Private|Grades PK–TKG
8101 W Golf Rd|Less than 1 Mile Away

Washington Elementary School

A-
Public|Grades KG–5
2710 Golf Rd|1.04 Miles Away

Henking Elementary School

--
Public|Grades PK–2
2941 Linneman St|1.05 Miles Away

Northridge Preparatory School

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Private|Grades 6–12
8320 W Ballard Rd|1.12 Miles Away

Gemini Middle School

C+
Public|Grades 6–8
8955 N Greenwood A...|1.12 Miles Away

Glen Grove Elementary School

A+
Public|Grades 3–5
3900 Glenview Rd|1.14 Miles Away

Iccd Academy

--
Private|Grades PK–5
480 Potter Rd|1.16 Miles Away

Springman Middle School

B-
Public|Grades 6–8
2701 Central Rd|1.20 Miles Away

Westbrook Elementary School

--
Public|Grades PK–2
1333 Greenwood Rd|1.54 Miles Away

Glenview New Church School

--
Private|Grades PK–7
74 Park Dr|1.56 Miles Away

Maine East High School

A-
Public|Grades 9–12
2601 Dempster St|1.56 Miles Away

Melzer Elementary School

A-
Public|Grades KG–5
9400 Oriole Ave|1.59 Miles Away

Guardian Angel Orthodox Day School

--
Private|Grades PK–8
2350 E Dempster St|1.61 Miles Away

Nelson Elementary School

C+
Public|Grades KG–5
8901 N Ozanam Ave|1.66 Miles Away

Embers Academy

--
Private|Grades PK–5
8340 N Greenwood A...|1.85 Miles Away

Franklin Elementary School

A
Public|Grades KG–5
2401 Manor Ln|1.90 Miles Away

Hoffman Elementary School

B+
Public|Grades 3–5
2000 Harrison St|1.95 Miles Away

Notre Dame College Preparatory

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Private|Grades 9–12
7655 W Dempster St|1.98 Miles Away

Transit

1275 N Milwaukee Ave

1.74 miles away|34 min walk

2025 Miner St

1.99 miles away|39 min walk

395 Golf Mill Center

0.85 miles away|17 min walk

8203 W Golf Rd

0.75 miles away|15 min walk

8307 W Golf Rd

0.7 miles away|14 min walk

8330 West Golf Rd

0.69 miles away|14 min walk
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Transit

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Description

1275 N Milwaukee Ave

1.74 miles away|34 min walk

2025 Miner St

1.99 miles away|39 min walk

395 Golf Mill Center

0.85 miles away|17 min walk

8203 W Golf Rd

0.75 miles away|15 min walk

8307 W Golf Rd

0.7 miles away|14 min walk

8330 West Golf Rd

0.69 miles away|14 min walk

8331 W Golf Rd

0.67 miles away|13 min walk

8361 Golf Rd

0.56 miles away|11 min walk

8933-75 Golf Rd

0.34 miles away|7 min walk

9000 W Golf Rd

0.33 miles away|7 min walk

9210 N Milwaukee Ave

0.87 miles away|17 min walk

9383 Milwaukee Ave

0.83 miles away|16 min walk

9400 N Milwaukee Ave

0.74 miles away|15 min walk

9401 Milwaukee Ave

0.77 miles away|15 min walk

9411 N Greenwood Ave

0.54 miles away|11 min walk

Ballard/Chester

1.06 miles away|21 min walk

Ballard/Clifton

1.11 miles away|22 min walk

Ballard/Cumberland

1.12 miles away|22 min walk

Ballard/Grace

1.08 miles away|21 min walk

Ballard/Greenwood

1.12 miles away|22 min walk

Ballard Rd & Lincoln Dr/Rancho Ln

1.16 miles away|23 min walk

Ballard Rd & Rancho Ln

1.17 miles away|23 min walk

Central Rd & Dearlove Rd/Meadow Ln

0.96 miles away|19 min walk

Central Rd & Dee Rd

0.76 miles away|15 min walk

Central Rd & Milwaukee Ave

0.55 miles away|11 min walk

Central Rd & Triumvera Dr

0.64 miles away|13 min walk

Church/Cumberland

0.93 miles away|18 min walk

Church/Greenwood

0.82 miles away|16 min walk

Church St & Cumberland Ave

0.92 miles away|18 min walk

Church St & Maryland St

0.97 miles away|19 min walk

Church/Stop Sign/National City

0.85 miles away|17 min walk

Cumberland/Ballard

1.12 miles away|22 min walk

Cumberland/Church

0.93 miles away|18 min walk

Cumberland/Davis

0.97 miles away|19 min walk

Cumberland Station

1.34 miles away|26 min walk

Dearlove Rd & Cove Ln

1.08 miles away|21 min walk

Dearlove Rd & Cove Ln/Essex Ct

1.04 miles away|20 min walk

Dearlove Rd & Essex Ct

1.03 miles away|20 min walk

Dearlove Rd & Regency Dr

0.99 miles away|20 min walk

Dearlove Rd & Williamsburg Ct

0.99 miles away|20 min walk

Dee Rd & Central Rd

0.74 miles away|15 min walk

Dee Rd & Church St

0.9 miles away|18 min walk

Dee Rd & Elmwood Dr

0.46 miles away|9 min walk

Dee Rd & Emerson St

0.7 miles away|14 min walk

Dee Rd & Golf Rd

0.55 miles away|11 min walk

Dee Rd & Heathwood Dr

0.46 miles away|9 min walk

Dee Rd & Noel St

0.57 miles away|11 min walk

Dee Rd & Terrace Dr

0.49 miles away|10 min walk

Dee Rd & West Oaks Ave

0.79 miles away|16 min walk

Dee Station

1.36 miles away|27 min walk

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8856 N Northshore Dr Demographics

This neighborhood indicates a good mix of people which makes it a good place for families. About 16.69% are children aged 0–14, 17.52% are young adults between 15–29, 19.34% are adults aged 30–44, 17.09% are in the 45–59 range and 29.36% are seniors aged 60 and above. Commuting options are also varying where 84.95% of residents relying on driving, while others prefer public transit around 4.05%, walking around 1.74%, biking around 1.16%, allowing residents to choose travel modes that best fit their daily routines. Most homes in the area are with 56.4% of units owner occupied and 43.6% are rented. The neighborhood offers different household types. About 26.22% are single family homes and 8.61% are multi family units. Around 30.04% are single-person households, while 69.96% are multi person households. This mix works well for families, roommates, and individuals. Education levels in the neighborhood vary widely where 25.51% of residents have bachelor’s degrees. Around 24.95% have high school or college education. Another 8.83% hold diplomas while 13.84% have completed postgraduate studies. The remaining are 26.88% with other types of qualifications.

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Demographics Description

This neighborhood indicates a good mix of people which makes it a good place for families. About 16.69% are children aged 0–14, 17.52% are young adults between 15–29, 19.34% are adults aged 30–44, 17.09% are in the 45–59 range and 29.36% are seniors aged 60 and above. Commuting options are also varying where 84.95% of residents relying on driving, while others prefer public transit around 4.05%, walking around 1.74%, biking around 1.16%, allowing residents to choose travel modes that best fit their daily routines. Most homes in the area are with 56.4% of units owner occupied and 43.6% are rented. The neighborhood offers different household types. About 26.22% are single family homes and 8.61% are multi family units. Around 30.04% are single-person households, while 69.96% are multi person households. This mix works well for families, roommates, and individuals. Education levels in the neighborhood vary widely where 25.51% of residents have bachelor’s degrees. Around 24.95% have high school or college education. Another 8.83% hold diplomas while 13.84% have completed postgraduate studies. The remaining are 26.88% with other types of qualifications.

Age Demographics

16.69% (0 - 14 years old)

17.52% (15 - 29 years old)

19.34% (30 - 44 years old)

17.09% (45 - 59 years old)

29.36% (60+ years old)

Commute

4.05%

Transit

1.74%

Walk

84.95%

Drive

1.16%

Bike

Housing Ownership

56.4%

Owner Occupied

43.6%

Rental Units

Household Types

26.22%

Single Family

8.61%

Multi Family

30.04%

Single Person

69.96%

Multi Person

Education

Bachelors Degree25.51%
High School College24.95%
Diploma8.83%
Post Graduate13.84%
Others26.88%
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Education

Diploma8.83%
Post Graduate13.84%
Others26.88%
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