$750,000
SOLD JAN 15, 2026

953 Clay Ct Deerfield, IL 60015

4 Beds
4 Baths
2,000 Sq Ft
1949 Built

Recently Sold

$375 Per Sq Ft

3 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Deck
  • Recreation Room
  • Walden Elementary School Rated A
  • Property is near park
  • 3-minute walk to Maplewood Park

About This Home

As of January 2026

Welcome to 953 Clay Court - a thoughtfully renovated 4-bedroom, 2.2 bath colonial ideally located just steps from Maplewood Park and within walking distance to downtown Deerfield and the Metra train. This inviting home combines timeless style with modern updates. The stunning kitchen features sleek charcoal cabinetry, white subway tile backsplash, quartz countertops, high-end stainless-steel appliances, open shelving, and a center island with breakfast bar seating. The bright, open floor plan flows effortlessly through the main level, showcasing gleaming hardwood floors, abundant natural light, and a wood-burning fireplace that adds warmth and character. Upstairs, you'll find four spacious bedrooms and two full baths, one with a whirlpool tub and the primary with a double vanity and rain shower. The finished basement offers flexible living space with distinct areas for entertainment, fitness, and a half bath-ideal for today's lifestyle. Enjoy outdoor living on the private backyard deck surrounded by mature landscaping. A two-car detached garage completes the property. Located in one of Deerfield's most sought-after neighborhoods, this home perfectly balances classic charm with modern comfort.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Eric Newman

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475122873 Listed on: 11/11/2025

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Last Buyer's Agent

Rusty Schluchter

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $14,630

Year Built

  • Built in 1949 | Remodeled in 2005

Lot Details

  • Lot Dimensions are 53 x 125
  • Wooded Lot

Parking

  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation
  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • 2,000 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Wood Burning Fireplace
  • Fireplace With Gas Starter
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room
  • Breakfast Room
  • Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Play Room
  • Wood Flooring

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Dual Sinks
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Separate Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Finished Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump
  • Finished Basement Bathroom

Schools

  • Walden Elementary School
  • Alan B Shepard Middle School
  • Deerfield High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Zoned Cooling and Heating System
  • Humidifier
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water
  • Water Softener is Owned
  • Satellite Dish

Additional Features

  • Deck
  • Property is near park

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$14,630

Year Built

Built in 1949 | Remodeled in 2005

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • ArchitecturalStyle: Colonial
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 2 Stories
  • Year Built: 1949
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2005
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2005

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Humidifier
  • Basement: Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 4
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • LivingArea: 2000
  • Other Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, TV-Dish, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
  • Room Type: Recreation Room, Play Room, Breakfast Room
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Brick, Cedar
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Lot Features: Wooded
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Storm Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Park
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Walden Elementary School
  • High School: Deerfield
  • Middle/Junior School: Alan B Shepard Middle School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: No
  • Lot Dimensions: 53 X 125
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 8
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 14630
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 4, 2019
Sold by
Teitelbaum Tracy L and Teitelbaum Jeffley M
Bought by
Teitelbaum Tracy L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$412,000
Outstanding Balance
$362,222
Interest Rate
4.5%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Estimated Equity
$383,109

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 16, 2016
Sold by
Silverberg Diane Kliebard
Bought by
Teitelbaum Tracy L and Teitelbaum Jeffrey M

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$412,000
Interest Rate
3.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 22, 2015
Sold by
Silverberg Diane Kliebard
Bought by
Silverberg Diane Kliebard and Diane Kliebard Silverberg Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 16, 2015
Sold by
Silverberg Diane Kliebard
Bought by
Silverberg Diane Kliebard

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$235,000
Interest Rate
3.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 20, 2013
Sold by
Silverberg Diane Kliebard
Bought by
Silverberg Diane Kliebard and Diane Kliebard Silverberg Trust

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 30, 2011
Sold by
Engelthaler Robert and Engelthaler Jennifer
Bought by
Silverberg Diane J

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$270,000
Interest Rate
4.01%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 18, 2004
Sold by
Marshall Judith C
Bought by
Engelthaler Robert and Engelthaler Jennifer

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 30, 2003
Sold by
Marshall Judith C
Bought by
Marshall Judith C
Source: Public Records
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Home Values in the Area

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Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Wheatland Title Guaranty
Deed $515,000 Ct
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Old Republic Natl Title Ins
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Warranty Deed $445,000 Attorneys Title Guaranty Fun
Warranty Deed $315,000 --
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $412,000 Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM
Previous Owner $412,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $235,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $270,000 New Conventional
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
01/15/2026 01/15/26 Sold $750,000 0.0% $375 / Sq Ft
11/14/2025 11/14/25 Pending -- -- --
11/11/2025 11/11/25 For Sale $750,000 -- $375 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $14,299 $166,651 $30,446 $136,205
2023 $13,457 $159,934 $29,219 $130,715
2022 $13,457 $148,034 $31,384 $116,650
2021 $12,691 $142,724 $30,258 $112,466
2020 $12,206 $143,025 $30,322 $112,703
2019 $11,928 $142,783 $30,271 $112,512
2018 $12,481 $155,137 $32,084 $123,053
2017 $12,381 $154,642 $31,982 $122,660
2016 $12,037 $148,795 $30,773 $118,022
2015 $11,787 $139,806 $28,914 $110,892
2014 $10,208 $120,247 $29,121 $91,126
2012 $9,965 $119,186 $28,864 $90,322
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12513000

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 16-29-417-005