240 Riverside Dr

$850,000
Last Sold Price
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per Sq. Ft.

Description

Move right into this completely renovated brick and stone 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in one of Northfields most special neighborhoods! This home has been lovingly updated by the current owners in 2019, the improvement list is plentiful! Improvements are, but not limited to, new floors, windows, roof, bathrooms, kitchen, and fireplace with custom mantle and built in shelves. The versatile floorplan allows for a formal living room and dining area, or simply a large dining area in the front of the home....Move right into this completely renovated brick and stone 3 bedroom, 2 bath home in one of Northfields most special neighborhoods! This home has been lovingly updated by the current owners in 2019, the improvement list is plentiful! Improvements are, but not limited to, new floors, windows, roof, bathrooms, kitchen, and fireplace with custom mantle and built in shelves. The versatile floorplan allows for a formal living room and dining area, or simply a large dining area in the front of the home. The rear of the home houses a spacious kitchen which overlooks the family room and private backyard. The kitchen was completely new in 2019 and features ample custom cabinetry, white quartz counters, farmhouse sink, stainless appliances including double ovens, gas range with vented hood, and French door refrigerator. The large Island has an overhang for bar seating, making this eat in kitchen a 10! The family room has large windows and a sliding door leading to the patio and serene backyard. The family room centers around a custom-built gas fireplace with brick surround, wood mantel, and built in surround bookshelves. The main floor has 3 beds and 2 full bathrooms- including the primary suite which was added in 2019. Primary bathroom was updated with tile surround, large walk-in shower, vanity with quartz counters and storage. Two additional bedrooms share a hall bathroom that was also completely renovated and has a tub/shower combo and pedestal sink. The lower level is incredible spacious offering endless possibilities. Side by side washer dryer, utility room, storage and an enormous rec room. There is an area that could be easily made into a 4th bedroom/office with another bathroom. Home also features attached 1 car garage, hardwood floors through the main level, central air and gas forced heat... The location of this home is hard to beat! Steps to Clarkson Park with its new playground, splashpad, and beloved Wednesday night Music in the Park! Just over the bridge to downtown Northfield with coffee, restaurants, shopping, nail salons, Shred/Sweat shack, library and more. All of this in award-winning public schools district 29!

Listing Agents

  1. Emily Smart LeMire

    Emily Smart LeMire

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    emily.lemire@compass.com

    P: (312)-401-5949

  2. Lydia Fields

    Lydia Fields

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    lydia.fields@compass.com

    P: (847)-224-7771

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Property Details for 240 Riverside Drive

Area
Northfield
Township
Northfield
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
1.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
1.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
LISTING UPDATED: 12/25/2025 02:45 AM

Property Details for 240 Riverside Drive

StatusClosed
MLS #12488871
Days on Market45
Taxes$9,066 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1 Story
Year Built1958
Lot Size-
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 240 Riverside Drive

Stories-Year Built1958Building Size-Lot Size-

Payment Calculator

$4,898 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$4,143

Property Taxes

$756

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 240 Riverside Drive

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 29
  • Elementary School: Middlefork Primary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Sunset Ridge Elementary School
  • High School District: 203
  • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 29
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Basement Type: Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Room Type: Recreation Room, Storage
  • Num of Baths: 2.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 1 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Dishwasher, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Cooktop, Range Hood
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2019
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • 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: 88X103X91X97
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Brick
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Not Reported
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 36
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 12X11
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X13
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 10X13
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: COMBO
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 19X13
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 19X15
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 35X14
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 19X13
Storage Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Dimensions: 15X7
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 43X16

Property History for 240 Riverside Drive

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Dec 23, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12535106

$849,000
Dec 19, 2025

Sold

MRED #12535106

$850,000
Dec 19, 2025

Pending

MRED #12535106

Dec 19, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12535106

$849,000
Dec 18, 2025

Sold

MRED #12488871

$850,000
Nov 19, 2025

Pending

MRED #12488871

Oct 6, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12475305

$849,000
Sep 24, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12475305

Sep 18, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12439812

$875,000
Sep 18, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12475305

$849,000
Aug 13, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12439812

Aug 11, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12439812

$875,000
Jul 19, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #649320754

$422,000
Jul 19, 2019

Sold

MRED #10419548

$422,000
Jun 24, 2019

Pending

MRED #10419548

Jun 24, 2019

Listed (Active)

MRED #10419548

$430,000
Jun 23, 2019

Pending

MRED #10419548

Jun 23, 2019

Listed (Active)

MRED #10419548

$430,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
12/23/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12535106

$849,000
12/19/2025

Sold

MRED #12535106

$850,000
12/19/2025

Pending

MRED #12535106

12/19/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12535106

$849,000
12/18/2025

Sold

MRED #12488871

$850,000
11/19/2025

Pending

MRED #12488871

10/06/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12475305

$849,000
09/24/2025

Contingent

MRED #12475305

09/18/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12439812

$875,000
09/18/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12475305

$849,000
08/13/2025

Contingent

MRED #12439812

08/11/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12439812

$875,000
07/19/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #649320754

$422,000
07/19/2019

Sold

MRED #10419548

$422,000
06/24/2019

Pending

MRED #10419548

06/24/2019

Listed (Active)

MRED #10419548

$430,000
06/23/2019

Pending

MRED #10419548

06/23/2019

Listed (Active)

MRED #10419548

$430,000

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

Public Records for 240 Riverside Drive

Taxable ValueLand$12,726Additions$29,274Total$42,000
Tax Record2023$9,066 ($755 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt1,608 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,608 SqFtStories1Lot Size9,090 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1958CountyCOOKAPN04-24-415-006

Schools near 240 Riverside Drive

This home is within Sunset Ridge School District 29.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 3
Public - 4 to 8
Public - 9
Public - 10 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Middlefork Primary School
PublicK to 3

Sunset Ridge Elementary School
Public4 to 8

New Trier Township H S Northfield
Public9

New Trier Township H S Winnetka
Public10 to 12

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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