$499,000

Estimated payment $3,381/month

2 Beds
1 Bath
1,192 Sq Ft
$419 Price per Sq Ft

Highlights

  • Wood Flooring
  • 2 Car Detached Garage
  • 1-Story Property
  • Marie Murphy School Rated A
  • Laundry Room
  • 1-minute walk to Northfield Park

About This Home

Welcome to 1620 Elder Lane, a charming ranch home offering easy one-level living in a fantastic Northfield location. Nestled next to Northfield Park and located within the highly acclaimed New Trier School District, this home is an excellent option for first-time buyers, downsizers, or anyone seeking a low-maintenance lifestyle without sacrificing outdoor space. Step inside to find hardwood floors throughout and a thoughtfully designed floor plan that lives larger than its footprint. The bright living room flows seamlessly into the dining area and kitchen, creating comfortable spaces for both everyday living and entertaining. The updated bathroom and fresh interior paint completed in 2024 provide a move-in-ready feel. Outside, enjoy a spacious fenced backyard with plenty of room for outdoor dining, gardening, pets, or play. A large two-car garage and extended driveway offer abundant parking and storage. This home is a wonderful condo alternative without the monthly assessments, offering the privacy and outdoor space of a single-family home. Enjoy easy access to parks, schools, shopping, restaurants, and transportation while living in one of the North Shore's most desirable communities.

Listing Agent

Amy Garvey

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475192308 Listed on: 06/16/2026

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,134

Year Built

  • Built in 1951

Parking

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

Home Design

  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Aluminum Siding
  • Radon Mitigation System
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,192 Sq Ft Home
  • 1-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room
  • Laundry Room

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • 1 Full Bathroom

Schools

  • Avoca West Elementary School
  • Marie Murphy Middle School
  • New Trier Twp High School Northfield/Wi

Utilities

  • Central Air
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Additional Features

  • Lot Dimensions are 133 x 50
  • Flood Zone Lot

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,134

Year Built

Built in 1951

Lot Details

0 Sq Ft Lot

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1 Story
  • Year Built: 1951
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Actual Status: New
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • LivingArea: 1192
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Radon Mitigation System, Water Heater-Gas
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Brick
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Natural Gas
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Avoca West Elementary School
  • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
  • Middle/Junior School: Marie Murphy School

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 133 x 50
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8134
  • Tax Year: 2024
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Home Values in the Area

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Tax History

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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
2025 $7,810 $40,000 $10,640 $29,360
2024 $7,810 $34,802 $10,640 $24,162
2023 $7,400 $34,802 $10,640 $24,162
2022 $7,400 $34,802 $10,640 $24,162
2021 $6,811 $27,568 $7,647 $19,921
2020 $6,627 $27,568 $7,647 $19,921
2019 $6,477 $30,295 $7,647 $22,648
2018 $5,903 $26,355 $6,317 $20,038
2017 $6,503 $29,931 $6,317 $23,614
2016 $6,105 $29,931 $6,317 $23,614
2015 $5,914 $26,264 $5,153 $21,111
2014 $5,781 $26,264 $5,153 $21,111
2013 $5,515 $26,264 $5,153 $21,111
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Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/16/2026 06/16/26 Price Changed $499,000 0.0% $419 / Sq Ft
06/16/2026 06/16/26 For Sale $499,000 +18.8% $419 / Sq Ft
11/01/2024 11/01/24 Sold $420,000 +7.7% $352 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
10/08/2024 10/08/24 Pending -- -- --
10/03/2024 10/03/24 For Sale $390,000 -- $327 / Sq Ft
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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $420,000 None Listed On Document
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- None Available
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- --
Warranty Deed $289,000 Stewart Title Company
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Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $336,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $212,050 New Conventional
Previous Owner $216,000 No Value Available
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Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12675891

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-19-316-011-0000

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