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Property Description
Charming 2-bedroom, 2-bath home in the heart of Northfield, offering comfort, style, and an unbeatable location. Situated on a spacious lot with a new 6-foot cedar privacy fence (2023), the backyard blends lush greenery and vibrant flowers for the perfect outdoor retreat. Inside, beautiful wood floors flow throughout, creating a warm and inviting feel. The living room features a cozy wood-burning stove, ideal for relaxing on cool evenings. The kitchen includes a brand-new dishwasher (2024), along with ample counter and cabinet space for all your cooking needs. Both bedrooms are generously sized, and two full bathrooms provide everyday convenience. The basement offers excellent storage, a dedicated laundry area with a new washer & dryer (2024), and space for hobbies or organization. Additional highlights include a deck for outdoor gatherings and a 1-car garage. Enjoy unbeatable proximity-just one block to New Trier, and a short walk to the post office, the library, restaurants and Interstate 94.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1656 Harding Rd
General
- Price: $440,000
- Taxes: $6,957 (2023)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12531731
- Updated: 12/17/2025
- Added to Site: 35 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Partially
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning Stove
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Bathroom Features: Full Body Spray Shower
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Northfield
- County: Cook
- Township: New Trier
- Driving Directions: From N Happ Rd, east on Harding. Home is on south side of street
School Information
- School District: 37
- Elem School District: 37
- Midd School District: 37
- High School District: 203
- Elementary School: Avoca West Elementary School
- Middle School: Marie Murphy School
- High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
- Private School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Radiator(s)
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Construction: Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Partial
- Windows: Screens
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Square Feet: 1,349
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1941
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 7500
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1941
- Tax Amount: $6,957
- Tax Year: 2023
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 5193250020000
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Schools
Schools serving 1656 Harding Rd
School Districts:Avoca School District 37, New Trier Township High School District 203
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Marie Murphy School 2921 Illinois Road, Wilmette, IL 60091 | 6-8 | 1.2 mi |
Avoca West Elementary School 235 Beech Drive, Glenview, IL 60025 | K-5 | 1.3 mi |
New Trier Township H S Northfield 7 North Happ Road, Northfield, IL 60093 | 9- | 0.4 mi |
New Trier Township H S Winnetka 385 Winnetka Avenue, Winnetka, IL 60093 | 10-12 | 2.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 1656 Harding Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/11/2025
Listed
$440,000
17.33%
MLS
11/29/2022
Sold
$375,000
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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 1656 Harding Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$6,957
19%
$31,000
—
2022
$5,865
-1%
$31,000
14%
2021
$5,922
2%
$27,300
—
2020
$5,816
2%
$27,300
-9%
2019
$5,681
-10%
$30,000
7%
2018
$6,285
32%
$28,064
—
2017
$4,777
-17%
$28,064
—
2016
$5,724
10%
$28,064
22%
2015
$5,198
26%
$23,084
—
2014
$4,112
-4%
$23,084
—
2013
$4,295
-17%
$23,084
-21%
2012
$5,198
—
$29,243
—
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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1656 Harding Road, Northfield, IL 60093 (MLS# 12531731) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 1656 Harding Road is currently listed for $440,000 and was received on December 11, 2025. Want to learn more about 1656 Harding Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Northfield? You can browse all Northfield real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

