2 beds1,505 sqft$398/sqft
496 Longcommon Rd, Riverside, IL 60546
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Description

Sylishly updated Cape Cod on beautiful Longcommon Road, winding through Frederick Olmsted's Riverside-one of the country's first planned communities. This charming features hardwood floors throughout, with a convenient newly updated powder room off the kitchen and a west facing sunroom on the main floor that opens up to an artfully landscaped rear yard. It's a space that's sure to delight you throughout the seasons. The kitchen boasts updated (2015) shaker cabinets, granite countertops, and stainless...Sylishly updated Cape Cod on beautiful Longcommon Road, winding through Frederick Olmsted's Riverside-one of the country's first planned communities. This charming features hardwood floors throughout, with a convenient newly updated powder room off the kitchen and a west facing sunroom on the main floor that opens up to an artfully landscaped rear yard. It's a space that's sure to delight you throughout the seasons. The kitchen boasts updated (2015) shaker cabinets, granite countertops, and stainless steel appliances. A standout feature is the butler's pantry, which was added in 2021. Upstairs, you'll find a full updated hallway bath (2026) and the primary bedroom, which has its own private rooftop deck facing west-perfect for enjoying those evening sunsets and the lush yard below. The detached two-car garage received some upgrades too with a new overhead door, insulated interior, heater, drywall, and extra electric (220 subpanel) added (2021). Fresh paint fills the home, and the mantel of the living room fireplace has been stripped to reveal its original finish and character (2025). Downstairs, the basement and fresh paint and includes a cozy family room and separate flex room ideal for a workout space or office updated with luxurious wool carpeting (2025) and a large utility area with laundry and loads of storage. The walkout access leads to the rear yard. Additional upgrades throughout include a restructured front foyer that opens up the entrances to the living and dining rooms and provides a coat closet, new roof (2026), updated electrical (2025), new sewer line (2025), new lighting (2025) blown-in insulation in the attic (2022), and A/C (2023). Since 1970, the village has held the National Historic Landmark designation, boasting many parks and expansive greenways along the Des Plaines River, plus a downtown filled with exciting shops, restaurants, a library, and a pool. Getting to the heart of Chicago is a breeze-just a quick 15 minutes via the BNSF Metra. Other area highlights include the internationally known Brookfield Zoo and Ottawa Trail Woods.
LISTING UPDATED: 08/05/2026 09:25 AM

  1. Listed by Catherine LaBelle • Baird & Warner
    P: (708)-491-4122 C: (708)-491-4122 clabelle@labellesells.com;catherine.labelle@bairdwarner.com

Property Details for 496 Longcommon Road

Status
MLS #
12662120
Days on Market
1
Taxes
$9,608 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Detached Single / 1.5 Story
Year Built
1938
Lot Size
0.15 AC / 6,751 SF
Area
Riverside
Township
Riverside
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.5
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.5
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Architectural Style
Cape Cod

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Location

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Building Information for 496 Longcommon Road

Stories-Year Built1938Building Size-Lot Size0.15 AC / 6,751 SF

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Property Information for 496 Longcommon Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 96
  • Elementary School: Blythe Park Elementary School
  • 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
  • Parking Details: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached
Location and General Information
  • Postal Code Plus 4: 1745
  • Front Exposure: East
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Built-in Features, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
  • Num Of Rooms: 7
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Pool, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Bath Amenities: Soaking Tub
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 2
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Sun Room, Office
  • Num of Baths: 1.1
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Type: 1.5 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Humidifier
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Sump Pump
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 81-90 Years
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X152
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Construction: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1505
  • Flood Zone: No
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, FHA, VA, Cash
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 25
  • Habitable Residence: Yes
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 3
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: 12X22
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 11X22
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: 11X13
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Basement
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 15X24
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 11X17
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 19X16
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 15X24
Office Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Office
  • Dimensions: 15X12
Sun Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Dimensions: 11X09

Property History for 496 Longcommon Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 5, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12662120

$599,000
Jul 11, 2025

Sold

MRED #12363938

$447,500
Jun 3, 2025

Pending

MRED #12363938

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/05/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12662120

$599,000
07/11/2025

Sold

MRED #12363938

$447,500
06/03/2025

Pending

MRED #12363938

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

Public Records for 496 Longcommon Road

Taxable ValueLand$6,750Additions$29,250Total$36,000
Tax Record2023$11,517 ($960 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths1.5Total Finished SqFt1,505 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,505 SqFtStories2Lot Size6,750 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1940CountyCOOKAPN15-25-405-040Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 496 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 - PK to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Blythe Park Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

L J Hauser Jr High School
Public6 to 8

Riverside Brookfield Twp High School
Public9 to 12

St Mary Elementary School
PrivatePK to 8

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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496 Longcommon Road is a single family home for sale in Riverside, IL 60546. This property was listed for sale on August 5, 2026 by Baird & Warner, it's currently listed at $599,000. It has been on the market for a total of 1 days and was last sold on July 11, 2025. This listing's school districts are Riverside School District 96, Riverside-Brookfield Twp School District 208. Nearby schools include Blythe Park Elementary School, L J Hauser Jr High School and Riverside Brookfield Twp High School. 496 Longcommon Road is a 2-bed, 2-bath, 1,505 sqft single family home built in 1938.

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