956 Drake Rd

Glenview, IL 60025

$1,500,000
Last Sold Price
6
Beds
5,361 Sq. Ft.
$280 / Sq. Ft.
5,361
Sq. Ft.
$280
per Sq. Ft.
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Closed 3/30/26
Closed 3/30/26

Description

Magnificent sophistication with this full brick 1930s home located in The Circles neighborhood of East Glenview just steps from all of the new downtown restaurants. This stately 6bed/4.1bath home boasts 9ft ceilings and an updated open concept kitchen great-room design while still providing the classic separate formal living room and dining. It is a perfect combination of updated functionality with the elevated millwork, built-ins and charm of its 1930s craftmanship. Upstairs find 4 massive bedrooms...Magnificent sophistication with this full brick 1930s home located in The Circles neighborhood of East Glenview just steps from all of the new downtown restaurants. This stately 6bed/4.1bath home boasts 9ft ceilings and an updated open concept kitchen great-room design while still providing the classic separate formal living room and dining. It is a perfect combination of updated functionality with the elevated millwork, built-ins and charm of its 1930s craftmanship. Upstairs find 4 massive bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms including an updated primary bath with dual sinks, separate water closet, large soaking tub and separate shower. Your 3rd floor has high vaulted ceilings and is ready to be finished into a great rec space, perfect home office, or even additional bedrooms. Your basement has a cozy family space with stone fireplace, built in bookshelves and full throwback bar with seating. In addition, find 2 additional bedrooms with full bath and a 2nd laundry option. All of this on almost a full half acre in Glenview's Nationally Ranked School District and part of the coveted Circles Neighborhood

Property Details for 956 Drake Road

Area
Glenview / Golf
Subdivision
The Circles
Township
Northfield
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air, Zoned
LISTING UPDATED: 04/01/2026 03:47 AM

Property Details for 956 Drake Road

StatusClosed
MLS #12575803
Days on Market2
Taxes$25,685 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1930
Lot Size0.48 AC / 21,126 SF
CountyCook County
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Building Information for 956 Drake Road

Stories-Year Built1930Building Size-Lot Size0.48 AC / 21,126 SF

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Property Information for 956 Drake Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 34
  • Elementary School: Lyon Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Springman Middle School
  • High School District: 225
  • High School: Glenbrook South High School
  • 2nd Alternate Elementary School: Pleasant Ridge Elementary School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 34
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: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Historic/Period Mlwk, Special Millwork, Separate Dining Room
  • Num Of Rooms: 13
  • Bedrooms Total: 4
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 2
  • Community Features: Park
  • Attic: Full,Interior Stair,Unfinished
  • Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Finished, Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 6
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Zoned
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Basement
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room, Recreation Room, Exercise Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Balcony/Porch/Lanai, Deck, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6
  • Num of Baths: 4.1
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator, Gas Cooktop
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Sump Pump
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 5361
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 5361
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 5361
  • Lower Sq Ft: 1652
  • Main Sq Ft: 1891
  • Upper Sq Ft: 1818
  • Lot Description: Wooded, Mature Trees
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: Other
  • Lot Dimensions: 98 X 211 X 158.8 X 197.4
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Construction: Brick
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
  • Living Area Source: Other
  • Assessor Square Footage: 4308
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 45
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
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: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 17X19
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 17X16
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 18X14
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 15X13
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 17X12
Bedroom #6 Information
  • 6th Bedroom Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bedroom 6
  • Bedroom #6 Room Dimensions: 17X14
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 15X14
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 17X24
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 16X16
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 14X11
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 17X18
Deck Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Deck
  • Dimensions: 15X23
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 16X28
Exercise Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Exercise Room
  • Dimensions: 18X25
Balcony/Porch/Lanai Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Balcony/Porch/Lanai
  • Dimensions: 15X8
Bar or Entertainment Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Bar/Entertainment
  • Dimensions: 17X7
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Dimensions: 14X8
Utility Room Lower Level Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Dimensions: 15X13

Property History for 956 Drake Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Mar 30, 2026

Sold

MRED #12575803

$1,500,000—
Mar 30, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12575803

$1,445,000—
Mar 17, 2026

Pending

MRED #12575803

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
03/30/2026

Sold

MRED #12575803

$1,500,000
03/30/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12575803

$1,445,000
03/17/2026

Pending

MRED #12575803

—

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Schools near 956 Drake Road

This home is within Glenbrook High School District 225.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Lyon Elementary School
Public - PK to 2
Pleasant Ridge Elementary School
Public - 3 to 5
Springman Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Glenbrook South High School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lyon Elementary School
PublicPK to 2

Pleasant Ridge Elementary School
Public3 to 5

Springman Middle School
Public6 to 8

Glenbrook South High School
Public9 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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