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Property Description
Set on a spectacular park-like lot beneath a canopy of mature trees, this classic Riverside home has been lovingly maintained by the same owner for many years and offers an exceptional opportunity to make it your own. The spacious floor plan includes 4 bedrooms, 2 full baths, a gracious living room filled with natural light, formal dining room with charming built-ins, and a warm, inviting family room featuring rich wood paneling, custom shelving, and a fireplace. The bright eat-in kitchen includes a sunny breakfast nook. Upstairs, four generously sized bedrooms provide plenty of space for family, guests, or a home office. Hardwood floors under the existing carpeting offer the opportunity to restore timeless character throughout the home. Major improvements have already been completed, including the roof, gutters, downspouts, windows, and electric. Additional features include a one-car attached garage, storage shed, and abundant closet space throughout. Beautifully situated on one of Riverside's picturesque tree-lined streets, this home is just moments from parks, schools, downtown Riverside, the Metra, restaurants, and all the charm of this historic Olmsted-designed community. Well maintained and full of potential, this is a rare opportunity to update a solid home in an outstanding location.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 253 Northwood Rd
General
- Sold For: $575,000
- Taxes: $14,016 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12685442
Interior
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 1
- Total Spaces: 1
- Parking Features: Yes, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Riverside
- County: Cook
- Driving Directions: Delaplaine Road, North on Northwood Road to Home
School Information
- School District: 96
- Midd School District: 96
- Middle School: L J Hauser Junior High School
- High School: Riverside Brookfield Twp Senior
- Private School: Riverside Brookfield Twp Senior
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Construction: Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding, Brick
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Partial
- Square Feet: 1,939
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1941
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 60 x 187 x 54 x 157
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1941
- Tax Amount: $14,016
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 15253070180000
Listed by @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Sold by @properties Christie's International Real Estate
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Schools
Schools serving 253 Northwood Rd
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
A F Ames Elementary School 86 Southcote Road, Riverside, IL 60546 | PK-5 | 0.3 mi |
Central Elementary School, Riverside, IL 61 Woodside Road, Riverside, IL 60546 | PK-5 | 0.4 mi |
Blythe Park Elementary School 735 Leesley Road, Riverside, IL 60546 | PK-5 | 0.6 mi |
L J Hauser Jr High School 65 Woodside Road, Riverside, IL 60546 | 6-8 | 0.4 mi |
Riverside Brookfield Twp High School 160 Ridgewood Road, Riverside, IL 60546 | 9-12 | 0.7 mi |
Hollywood Elementary School 3423 Hollywood Avenue, Brookfield, IL 60513 | PK-5 | 0.9 mi |
Disclaimer:
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253 Northwood Road, Riverside, IL 60546 (MLS# 12685442) is a Single Family property that was sold at $575,000 on July 31, 2026. Want to learn more about 253 Northwood Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Riverside? You can browse all Riverside real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

