Sold
Last Sold Price
2 beds1,349 sqft$311/sqft
1656 Harding Rd, Northfield, IL 60093
Single FamilyProperty Type
7,500 sq ftLot Size
1941Year Built
$311/sq ftPrice per sq ft
1 carParking Spaces

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...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.

    Sold By Chicagoland Brokers, Inc.

    • Listed by: Anita Willms 224.595.5706 anita.willms@redfin.com • Redfin Corporation
    Listing closed: 02/27/2026 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 12531731

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    Property Information for 1656 Harding Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $6,957 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
    • County: Cook County
    • Area: Northfield
    • Township: New Trier
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Num Of Garage Spaces: 1.0
    • Parking Included in Price: Yes
    • Air Conditioning Type: Window Unit(s)
    • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 1
    • Heat/Fuel: Radiator(s)
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 1941
    • Lot Size: 0.17 AC / 7,500 SF
    General Information
    School Information
    • Elementary School District: 37
    • Elementary School: Avoca West Elementary School
    • Jr High Middle School: Marie Murphy School
    • High School District: 203
    • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
    • Middle Or Junior School District: 37
    Addtl Parking Information
    • Parking Details: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
    Location and General Information
    • Front Exposure: North
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
    • Association Fee Includes: None
    • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
    Property Information
    Interior Features
    • Interior Property Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
    • Num Of Rooms: 5
    • Bedrooms Total: 2
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
    • Bath Amenities: Full Body Spray Shower
    • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Stove
    • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Partial
    • Bedrooms Possible: 2
    • Air Conditioning: Window Unit(s)
    • Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
    • Dining Room: Separate
    • Basement Bathrooms: No
    • Fireplace Location: Living Room
    • Room Type: No additional rooms
    • Num of Baths: 2.0
    Exterior Features
    • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
    • Type: 2 Stories
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Water: Lake Michigan
    • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
    Property/Lot Information
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: No
    • Built Before 1978: Yes
    • Age: 81-90 Years
    • Type Detached: 2 Stories
    • Total Sq Ft: 0
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
    • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
    • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
    • Lot Dimensions: 7500
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding, Brick
    • Construction: Vinyl Siding, Brick
    • General Information: School Bus Service
    • Living Area Source: Assessor
    • Assessor Square Footage: 1349
    Property and Assessments
    • Public Document Count: 3
    • Document Date: 2025-12-11T23:07:54
    • Photos Count: 14
    • OpenHouse Count: 0
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Virtual Tour YN: No
    • Virtual Tour Date: 12-11-2025
    Room Information
    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 18X13
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 10X12
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: N/A
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 11X12
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: N/A
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 11X12
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Dimensions: 22X23
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Dimensions: 21X15

    Property History for 1656 Harding Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Feb 27, 2026

    Sold

    MRED #12531731

    $420,000
    Feb 25, 2026

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1931150912

    $420,000

    +3.6% / yr

    Feb 10, 2026

    Listed (Active)

    MRED #12531731

    $440,000
    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    02/27/2026

    Sold

    MRED #12531731

    $420,000
    02/25/2026

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1931150912

    $420,000

    +3.6% / yr

    02/10/2026

    Listed (Active)

    MRED #12531731

    $440,000

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    Public Records for 1656 Harding Road

    Taxable ValueLand$12,000Additions$19,000Total$31,000
    Tax Record2023$6,957 ($580 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds2Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,349 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,349 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,500 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1941CountyCOOKAPN05-19-325-002Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

    Schools near 1656 Harding Road

    This home is within Avoca School District 37.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Public - K to 5
    Public - 6 to 8
    Public - 9
    Public - 10 to 12
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Avoca West Elementary School
    PublicK to 5

    Marie Murphy School
    Public6 to 8

    New Trier Township H S Northfield
    Public9

    New Trier Township High School Winnetka
    Public10 to 12

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