Last Sold Price
6 beds5,500 sqft$207/sqft
225 Longcommon Rd, Riverside, IL 60546

Description

Riverside's premier estate. The stunning historic John F. Palmer Illinois landmark mansion sits on a huge professionally landscaped lot overlooking Longcommon Park. Built in 1895 by renowned architect Joseph L. Silsbee with influence from his apprentice, Frank Lloyd Wright, this home has been exquisitely restored by the present owners. Careful attention has been paid to the many original architectural details which include magnificent natural woodwork, leaded glass windows, hardwood floors, brass...Riverside's premier estate. The stunning historic John F. Palmer Illinois landmark mansion sits on a huge professionally landscaped lot overlooking Longcommon Park. Built in 1895 by renowned architect Joseph L. Silsbee with influence from his apprentice, Frank Lloyd Wright, this home has been exquisitely restored by the present owners. Careful attention has been paid to the many original architectural details which include magnificent natural woodwork, leaded glass windows, hardwood floors, brass light fixtures, 4 fireplaces, a billiard room, and 5 porches. A lovely gourmet kitchen opens to family room and elegant dining room which leads to the foyer, living room and sweeping wide stairway to the second and third floors. Master suite with balcony and dressing room. Amazing sunset views everywhere. Walk-up 4th floor.
LISTING CLOSED: 07/05/2017 12:00 AM

Property Details for 225 Longcommon Road

Status
MLS #
09522066
Days on Market
55
Taxes
$32,661 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Detached Single / 4+ Stories
Year Built
1894
Lot Size
-
Area
Riverside
Township
RIVERSIDE
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
4.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
4.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air, Space Pac, Zoned
Num of Interior Fireplaces
4
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Hot Water/Steam, Radiator(s), Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned

Location

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Building Information for 225 Longcommon Road

Stories-Year Built1894Building Size-Lot Size-

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Property Information for 225 Longcommon Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 96
  • Jr High Middle School: L J HAUSER JUNIOR HIGH SCHOOL
  • High School District: 208
  • High School: RIVERSIDE BROOKFIELD TWP SENIOR
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 96
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 13
  • Bedrooms Total: 6
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Attic: Finished,Interior Stair
  • Basement Type: Full, Walkout
  • Bedrooms Possible: 6
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Space Pac, Zoned
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Basement Description: Finished, Exterior Access
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Other
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Foyer, Game Room, Play Room, Screened Porch, Sitting Room, Walk In Closet, Other Room
  • Num of Baths: 5.2
Exterior Features
  • Type: 4+ Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Other Equipment: Central Vacuum
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Patio, Porch Screened
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2008
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 4+ Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 150X364X150
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Frame, Shakes
  • General Information: None
  • North Coordinate: 0
  • South Coordinate: 3
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 9
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Photos Count: 1
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
  • Virtual Tour Date: 04-05-2017
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 22X16
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 19X12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 27X13
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 17X17
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 16X13
Bedroom #6 Information
  • 6th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 6
  • Bedroom #6 Room Dimensions: 24X15
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 19X18
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 27X25
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 19X11
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Walkout Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 18X12
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 26X23
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Dimensions: 6X10
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 12X9
Play Room Information
  • Room Level: Walkout Basement
  • Room Type: Play Room
  • Dimensions: 16X13
Game Room Information
  • Room Level: Walkout Basement
  • Room Type: Game Room
  • Dimensions: 31X19
Other Room Information
  • Room Level: Walkout Basement
  • Room Type: Other Room
  • Dimensions: 27X25
Screened Porch Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Screened Porch
  • Dimensions: 14X12
Sitting Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Dimensions: 10X8

Property History for 225 Longcommon Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 5, 2017

Sold

MRED #09522066

$1,140,000
Apr 29, 2017

Pending

MRED #09522066

Mar 6, 2017

Cancelled

MRED #09497698

$1,349,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/05/2017

Sold

MRED #09522066

$1,140,000
04/29/2017

Pending

MRED #09522066

03/06/2017

Cancelled

MRED #09497698

$1,349,000

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 225 Longcommon Road

Taxable ValueLand$8,778Additions-Total$8,778
Tax Record2023$2,808 ($234 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Lot Size7,980 SqFtStyleResidentialCountyCOOKAPN15-36-201-001

Schools near 225 Longcommon Road

This home is within Riverside-Brookfield Twp School District 208.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Private - 3 to 11
Rating
School
Distance
Central Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

L J Hauser Jr High School
Public6 to 8

Riverside Brookfield Twp High School
Public9 to 12

Tailgrass Sudbury School
Private3 to 11

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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