255 Riverside Dr, Northfield, IL 60093
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FOR SALE
0.42 ACRES

$825,000

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,767 sqft (on 0.42 acres)

255 Riverside Dr, Northfield, IL 60093

Est. Mortgage $5,816/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1957
0.42 acre lot
$467/sqft
1 Car Garage

Local Information

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

About this House

Beautifully updated all-brick ranch with a full, partially finished basement in the highly desirable Riverside neighborhood. This exceptional property backs to the scenic Middle Fork of the Chicago River, offering a private, beautifully landscaped backyard with a raised elevation and no flood insurance required. Located in the award-winning New Trier School District. This home is located within walking distance to Clarkson Park and just 20 miles from downtown Chicago. Extensively renovated in 2019. Featuring a new roof with added attic insulation, refinished hardwood floors throughout, a stunning kitchen with quartz countertops, a center island, and stainless steel appliances. The spacious family room addition was fully renovated and offers a dramatic 30-foot beamed ceiling, gas-start fireplace, abundant natural light, and sliding glass doors leading to the backyard patio-perfect for entertaining and everyday living. Additional updates include new bathroom vanities and a new sump pump with battery backup.Low property taxes.Outstanding location, and a rare riverfront setting.
Last check for updates: about 19 hours ago
Listing courtesy of: Mariusz Karlinski, (773) 625-1121
Hometown Real Estate Group
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12716492
Also Listed on MRED as distributed by MLS GRID.

Home Details for 255 Riverside Dr

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 8Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Office
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1767 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, DisposalDishwasherDisposalDryerLaundry: In UnitMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Family RoomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: ScreensFlooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: PatioFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 1Parking: Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Waterfront: StreamNot on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Farm & Range
Includes Irrigation Water Rights
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 400 Square Feet

Days on Market

Days on Market: 49

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1957Year Renovated: 2019
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionNo Additional ParcelsIs Habitable Residence
Property Information
Parcel Number: 04244140110000Model Home Type: Ranch House

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $825,000Price Per Sqft: $467
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Northfield
School Information
Elementary School: Middlefork Primary SchoolElementary School District: 29Jr High / Middle School: Sunset Ridge Elementary SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 29High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/WiHigh School District: 203

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 12716492

Building

Building Details
Builder Model: Ranch House
Building Area
Building Area: 2967 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Water Rights, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: NoneHOA Fee: No HOA Fee

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.42 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12716492

Additional Information

Water RightsCurbsSidewalksStreet LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: YesMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: YesMRD Address On VOW Display: YesSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplayMRD Price History On IDX Display: YesMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes

Around this home

What Locals Say about Northfield

At least 32 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 100 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 94 % Say parking is easy

  • 91 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 88 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 88 % Say car is needed

  • 84 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 78 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 74 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 74 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 74 % Say kids play outside

  • 66 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 61 % Say it's quiet

  • 60 % Say there's wildlife

  • 58 % Say streets are well-lit

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

  • 56 % Say there are community events

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • Monica R. B.
    "Lots of parks and quiet streets to walk. I see a lot of dogs around but often people don’t pick up after them or let them off leash in parks. "
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  • Royalk1959
    "The park and some of coffee shops. The neighborhood is so dog friendly that several of the businesses have treats for your dog friends free of charge. Also the dogs are friends."
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  • Charles
    "I work from home so the commute is wonderful. No traffic, and safe too. Lots of electricity, Lake Michigan water."
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  • Charles
    "The outdoor ice skating rink that is open as long as it’s cold outside. And the Wednesday parties in the summer."
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  • Charles
    "I see lots of dog walkers in my neighborhood so I suppose they would like it, not having a dog myself I can’t really answer this"
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  • Brenda M.
    "Renting a home and landlord is beyond terrible. No one in this area talks to you. Everyone stays to themselves. "
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  • Willard J.
    "Great place. Good schools, friendly people, a sense of community. You can walk to the restaurants and play fields and attend various music festivals in the park. Great for families."
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  • fojomo
    "I have visited Northfield and have friends and family that live there and in the surrounding towns of Winnetka, Northbrook and Glenview. Great place to raise a family- good schools and opportunities for growth. "
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Market trends in Northfield

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
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Sale-to-List Price
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Price per sq ft
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Available listings
20
3MoM

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$802K
Since last month
Decreased$40K (-4.8%)
Since last year
Increased$135K (+20.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$439K (+121.4%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +67% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$801K
August 2026$804K
July 2026$841K
June 2026$733K
May 2026$730K
April 2026$713K
March 2026$672K
February 2026$647K
January 2026$612K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
273 Churchill St, Northfield, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$565,000
07/17/26
3
2
1,473
1945 Bosworth Ln, Northfield, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$735,000
05/29/26
4
2
1,593
185 Happ Rd, Northfield, IL
0.37
Single-Family Home
$514,000
12/29/25
4
2
1,357
127 Riverside Dr, Northfield, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$755,000
12/03/25
4
3
2,251
1595 Mount Pleasant St, Northfield, IL
0.49
Single-Family Home
$525,000
10/09/25
3
1.5
1,418
1656 Harding Rd, Northfield, IL
0.45
Single-Family Home
$420,000
02/27/26
2
2
1,349
236 Bristol St, Northfield, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$835,000
01/30/26
4
3.5
2,733
255 Ingram St, Northfield, IL
0.57
Single-Family Home
$850,000
09/24/25
3
2
1,831
320 Churchill St, Northfield, IL
0.24
Single-Family Home
$1,350,000
06/15/26
4
2
3,525
1849 Stockton Dr, Northfield, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$799,900
10/16/25
4
2.5
2,567

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
269 Riverside Dr, Northfield, IL 60093
0.04
$982,800
3
2.5
2,600
Off Market
1854 Bosworth Ln, Northfield, IL 60093
0.06
$2,422,300
6
5.5
7,056
Off Market
240 Riverside Dr, Northfield, IL 60093
0.05
$850,000
3
2
-
Recently Sold
286 Avon Ave, Northfield, IL 60093
0.09
$1,499,000
4
2.5
2,845
For Sale
1883 Bosworth Ln, Northfield, IL 60093
0.10
$716,000
4
2.5
1,178
Off Market
1872 Abbott Ct, Northfield, IL 60093
0.12
$736,500
4
3
2,231
Off Market
297 Bristol St, Northfield, IL 60093
0.13
$1,597,400
4
2.5
3,167
Off Market
1907 Bosworth Ln, Northfield, IL 60093
0.13
$1,796,300
5
4.5
4,581
Off Market
1904 Abbott Ct, Northfield, IL 60093
0.15
$717,700
3
2
1,500
Off Market
17 Bristol Rd, Winnetka, IL 60093
0.12
$1,292,800
4
4
4,250
Off Market
1887 Willow Hill Ct, Winnetka, IL 60093
0.16
$256,700
2
1
1,200
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 27, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12716492
Listed For Sale
$825,000
Jul 27, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12704092
ListingRemoved
$895,000
Jul 15, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12704092
Listed For Sale
$895,000
Apr 6, 2018
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09806358
Sold
$362,000
Feb 28, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$379,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Mariusz Karlinski, Hometown Real Estate Group
Agent Phone: (773) 625-1121
Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Click here for more information

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Frequently asked questions about 255 Riverside Dr

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 255 Riverside Dr?
    Based on a $825,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 255 Riverside Dr in Northfield, IL is approximately $5,939 (about $4,496 principal & interest, $1,368 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • What do residents say about Northfield?
    Residents describe Northfield, IL as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and pedestrian-friendly. See homes for sale in Northfield, IL.
  • What are the closest schools to 255 Riverside Dr?
    The closest schools to 255 Riverside Dr in Northfield, IL are Middlefork Primary School (rated 10/10), New Trier Township H S Northfield (Middle/High), New Trier Township High School Winnetka (rated 8/10).
  • What is 255 Riverside Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 255 Riverside Dr in Northfield, IL is $802,300.
  • Does 255 Riverside Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 255 Riverside Dr in Northfield, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 255 Riverside Dr have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 255 Riverside Dr in Northfield, IL has in-unit laundry.
255 Riverside Dr, Northfield, IL 60093 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,767 sqft single-family home built in 1957. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID on Jul 27, 2026. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12716492.