251 Herrick Rd

1,480 Sq. Ft.
$358 / Sq. Ft.
1,480
Sq. Ft.
$358
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Step into the pages of a magazine in this historic Riverside home that feels tucked away from the world, yet it's within blocks of the train, shops, dining and top-notch schools and parks. Drive in past the formal manicured hedges and roses, under the flowering cherries and up onto the grand Bluestone porch. Welcome home! Every detail in this home has been thought of: brand new tear-off roof, new whole house generator, newly updated kitchen, 2 new bathrooms, new a/c, new boiler, sealed basement with...Step into the pages of a magazine in this historic Riverside home that feels tucked away from the world, yet it's within blocks of the train, shops, dining and top-notch schools and parks. Drive in past the formal manicured hedges and roses, under the flowering cherries and up onto the grand Bluestone porch. Welcome home! Every detail in this home has been thought of: brand new tear-off roof, new whole house generator, newly updated kitchen, 2 new bathrooms, new a/c, new boiler, sealed basement with sump pump, new attic insulation, elaborate woodwork, custom window treatments, updated hardware and fixtures throughout the home. Take in the huge light-filled living room with wood burning fireplace, bay windows with seat, French doors and a gracious curved staircase. The formal dining room features two built-in china cabinets and overlooks the breathtaking backyard gardens. The designer chef's kitchen features stainless steel appliances, Carrera marble countertops, built-in washer/dryer, coffee bar and china hutch, a breakfast area with skylights and tons of storage. An elegant walnut-paneled half bath finishes the first floor. Step out of the kitchen into your own secret garden! Huge deck nestled low in the lush, very private, professionally landscaped and fenced-in backyard- no pesticides used in 11 years! Boxwoods, Honeycrisp apple trees, hydrangeas, a mint patch and raised bed garden. Yard is gated for kids to play safely while you watch from the kitchen or deck. The long gated side drive provides parking for up to five cars, and there is a 2 car garage. Upstairs there are three charming bedrooms with closet built-ins in the master bedroom, a gorgeous spa-like full bath with marble paneling and grasscloth wallpaper, and two hallway closets. 3rd bedroom currently being used as a home office with built-ins for storage. Head down to the clean unfinished basement, which includes an adorable farm-chic utility sink area perfect for washing the dog and dirty hands after gardening- walk-out basement door! A beer area with keg fridge, work out area and two tool benches could be included. This amazing home is blocks from The Brookfield Zoo, excellent schools, fine dining, grocery store, the library, a nature walk along the river, historic library, the farmers market, and metra train station. Centrally located to I-290, I-55, Airport, Oak Brook shopping, golf, hospitals, and so much more. This one in a million story book home will not be available long!
  1. Listed by Margaret McSheehy • Historic Homes Realty
    P: (708)-848-0190 C: (708)-288-9957 margaret@historichomesrealty.com

Sold By High Fidelity Realty

Property Details for 251 Herrick Road

Area
Riverside
Township
Riverside
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Cars
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air, Partial, Window/Wall Unit - 1
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
LISTING CLOSED: 10/09/2023 12:00 AM

Property Details for 251 Herrick Road

StatusClosed
MLS #11851095
Days on Market15
Taxes$11,157 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1922
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,500 SF
CountyCook County
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Building Information for 251 Herrick Road

Stories-Year Built1922Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,500 SF

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Property Information for 251 Herrick Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 96
  • High School District: 208
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 96
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • 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
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, First Floor Laundry
  • Num Of Rooms: 6
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Partial, Window/Wall Unit - 1
  • Electric: 150 Amp Service
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Deck, Foyer
  • Num of Baths: 1.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Range Hood
  • Other Equipment: Sump Pump, Generator
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ 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: 50 X 150
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Concrete,Side Drive
  • Exterior Building Type: Aluminum Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Appraiser
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1480
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2023-08-08T03:53:21
  • Photos Count: 18
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 13X15
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13X14
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 10X10
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: 11X13
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 12X20
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 16X24
Deck Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Deck
  • Dimensions: 17X23
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 4X7

Property History for 251 Herrick Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 9, 2023

Sold

MRED #11851095

$530,000
Sep 11, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1519299647

$530,000

+4.4% / yr

Aug 17, 2023

Pending

MRED #11851095

DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/09/2023

Sold

MRED #11851095

$530,000
09/11/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1519299647

$530,000

+4.4% / yr

08/17/2023

Pending

MRED #11851095

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Public Records for 251 Herrick Road

Taxable ValueLand$6,570Additions$32,430Total$39,000
Tax Record2023$11,416 ($951 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,480 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,480 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,570 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1924CountyCOOKAPN15-36-207-020Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 251 Herrick 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

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