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Property Description
A rare opportunity to own a home on historic Riverside Drive! Welcome to this stately 5-bedroom + office, 3-bath brick bungalow, offering a perfect harmony of timeless vintage character, sprawling living space, and extensive modern upgrades. Situated on an oversized 48' x 125' lot, this classic Berwyn home showcases pristine original woodwork and hardwood flooring with thoughtful updates. The light-filled main level features spacious living and dining rooms designed for effortless entertaining, three comfortable bedrooms, and a beautifully updated kitchen complete with rich wood cabinetry, quartz countertops, island, refinished hardwood flooring, new appliances and fixtures, and a separate breakfast room. Upstairs, two additional bedrooms, one office space, skylights, and flexible space provide plenty of room for guests, work-from-home needs, or everyday living. Big-ticket peace of mind is already built in: recent improvements feature major mechanical upgrades, including a brand-new warranted furnace, boiler and central A/C, alongside updated electrical, plumbing, modern lighting, new light fixtures and fans, flooring, and bathroom updates throughout. The spacious full basement adds substantial versatility with new drywall, newly exposed windows for extra sunshine, a refreshed ceiling, full bathroom, and a newly updated laundry area with new washer, dryer, and utility sink. A dedicated tool room plus three additional storage areas provide abundant storage, while the rest of the basement offers plenty of flexible space to customize to your needs. Step outside to your private outdoor oasis featuring an expansive fully fenced yard enhanced by new native pollinator landscaping, dedicated garden space, a wide driveway freshly upgraded with brick pavers, and a detached 2-car, brick garage. Unbeatably located near parks, top schools, the historic and transit-oriented downtown Berwyn Depot District, local dining, and shopping - including historic North Riverside Park Mall, with quick access to CTA bus and train lines, Metra, Pace bus lines, and both I-55 and I-290 for a seamless commute to Chicago. With 5 bedrooms, 3 full baths, an oversized lot, abundant parking, and extensive top-to-bottom upgrades, this exceptional home is truly move-in ready!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 6858 Riverside Dr
General
- Price: $525,000
- Taxes: $9,164 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12789572
- Updated: Today (10/20/2026)
- Added to Site: Today
Interior
- Basement: Partially
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Driveway, Off Site, Other, Garage
Location
- Area: Berwyn
- County: Cook
- Township: Berwyn
- Driving Directions: Cermak to Riverside Dr. West to Home
School Information
- School District: 100
- Elem School District: 100
- Midd School District: 100
- High School District: 201
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Gas, Forced Air, Steam
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick
- Exterior Const.: Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Full
- Square Feet: 2,800
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1923
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2026
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 48 x 125
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1923
- Tax Amount: $9,164.33
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 16301110040000
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Schools
Schools serving 6858 Riverside Dr
School Districts:Berwyn South School District 100, J. Sterling Morton High School District 201
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Piper School 2435 Kenilworth Avenue, Berwyn, IL 60402 | K-5 | 0.1 mi |
Heritage Middle School, Berwyn, IL 6850 31st Street, Berwyn, IL 60402 | 6-8 | 0.8 mi |
J Sterling Morton West High School 2400 Home Avenue, Berwyn, IL 60402 | 9-12 | 0.3 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 6858 Riverside Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/20/2026
Listed
$525,000
26.51%
MLS
2/11/2026
Sold
$415,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 6858 Riverside Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$9,649
—
$30,306
—
2023
$9,649
18%
$30,305
41%
2022
$8,178
3%
$21,418
—
2021
$7,974
4%
$21,418
—
2020
$7,631
-3%
$21,418
3%
2019
$7,862
6%
$20,873
—
2018
$7,398
-3%
$20,873
—
2017
$7,597
27%
$20,873
28%
2016
$5,972
3%
$16,267
—
2015
$5,800
-13%
$16,267
—
2014
$6,669
5%
$16,267
-19%
2013
$6,350
5%
$20,047
—
2012
$6,075
—
$20,047
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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6858 Riverside Drive, Berwyn, IL 60402 (MLS# 12789572) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 6858 Riverside Drive is currently listed for $525,000 and was received on October 20, 2026. Want to learn more about 6858 Riverside Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Berwyn? You can browse all Berwyn real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

