$1,350,000
SOLD JUL 31, 2026
4 Beds
2.5 Baths
2,252 Sq Ft
0.3 Acre Lot

Sale Details

Date Sold: July 31, 2026

$599 Per Sq Ft

12% Above List Price

Highlights

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Wolf Appliances
  • Wood Flooring
  • Landscaped Professionally
  • Recreation Room
  • Great Room

About This Home

As of July 2026

Welcome to 153 Riverside Drive, a home that perfectly captures the lifestyle so many buyers are searching for in Northfield. Set on a beautifully landscaped lot with an expansive backyard, this 4-bedroom, 2.1-bath residence has been thoughtfully renovated and meticulously maintained over the past seven years. Offering generous living spaces, timeless finishes, and seamless indoor-outdoor living, the home provides the ideal setting for everyday family life, entertaining guests, and creating lasting memories for years to come. At the heart of the home is a stunning chef's kitchen featuring shaker cabinetry, premium Wolf appliances, and an oversized 11' island that opens effortlessly into a sun-filled family room with custom built-ins. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, the main level also includes a formal dining room, designer powder room, and a beautifully renovated mudroom/laundry room complete with custom storage, a dog shower, and direct access to the backyard. Upstairs, the thoughtfully designed second level is highlighted by a spacious primary suite featuring a beautifully renovated marble bath and a custom walk-in closet. Three additional bedrooms and an updated hall bath provide the flexibility and functionality today's buyers desire, whether accommodating a growing family, overnight guests, or a dedicated home office. The outdoor living experience is equally impressive. A large paver patio, multiple entertaining areas, professional landscaping, and an expansive backyard create a private setting rarely found in today's market. Whether hosting summer gatherings, watching children play, or simply enjoying a quiet evening outdoors, this backyard was designed to be enjoyed year-round. Ideally located just minutes from award-winning schools, parks, shopping, dining, and transportation, 153 Riverside Drive presents a rare opportunity to own a move-in-ready home in one of Northfield's most desirable neighborhoods. Simply unpack and enjoy everything this exceptional home and community have to offer.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Robert Grilli

Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty Brokerage Phone: (708) 337-2385 License #475179692 Listed on: 06/10/2026

Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty

Co-Listed By

Brendan Murphy

Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty Brokerage Phone: (708) 337-2385 License #475162830

Last Buyer's Agent

Shanley Henry

Compass License #475177841

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Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $15,129

Year Built

  • Built in 1961 | Remodeled in 2019

Lot Details

  • 13,199 Sq Ft Lot
  • Lot Dimensions are 24x242x39x16x241
  • Wood Fence
  • Landscaped Professionally

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Parking Available
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Colonial Architecture
  • Brick Exterior Construction
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Vinyl Siding
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Window Screens
  • Mud Room
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Great Room
  • Living Room
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Recreation Room
  • Storage Room
  • Wood Flooring
  • Partially Finished Basement
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House

Kitchen

  • Double Oven
  • Cooktop with Range Hood
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Wolf Appliances
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Walk-In Closet

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Outdoor Features

  • Patio
  • Outdoor Grill

Schools

  • Middlefork Primary Elementary School
  • Sunset Ridge Elementary Middle School
  • New Trier Twp High School Northfield/Wi

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • 200+ Amp Service
  • Lake Michigan Water

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$15,129

Year Built

Built in 1961 | Remodeled in 2019

Lot Details

0.3 Acres

Parking

1

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: 1961
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2019
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Attribution Contact: (708) 337-2385
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached
  • Year Renovated: 2019

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood
  • Basement: Partially Finished, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Room Type: Great Room, Mud Room, Foyer, Walk In Closet, Recreation Room, Storage
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • ExteriorFeatures: Outdoor Grill
  • Fencing: Fenced, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Lot Features: Landscaped
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 1

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

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

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Middlefork Primary School
  • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
  • Middle/Junior School: Sunset Ridge Elementary School

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.303
  • Lot Dimensions: 24X242X39X16X241
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

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

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 15129.48
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Ownership History

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Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 18, 2023
Sold by
Bought by

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jan 9, 2019
Closed on
Mar 13, 2019
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Audrey Gourguechon
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Colin Hebson
Baird & Warner
List Price
$699,000
Sold Price
$699,000

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.67%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 10, 1999
Sold by
Bought by

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$211,000
Interest Rate
6.85%
Source: Public Records

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Purchase History

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Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Deed -- None Listed On Document
Warranty Deed $699,000 Attorney
Deed $320,000 Centennial Title Incorporate
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

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Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $452,000 New Conventional
Closed $450,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $211,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

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Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
07/31/2026 07/31/26 Sold $1,350,000 +12.5% $599 / Sq Ft
06/15/2026 06/15/26 For Sale $1,200,000 +71.7% $533 / Sq Ft
03/15/2019 03/15/19 Sold $699,000 0.0% $251 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
01/09/2019 01/09/19 Pending -- -- --
01/09/2019 01/09/19 For Sale $699,000 -- $251 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

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 $14,594 $81,000 $19,800 $61,200
2024 $14,594 $67,612 $18,480 $49,132
2023 $14,533 $67,612 $18,480 $49,132
2022 $14,533 $71,000 $18,480 $52,520
2021 $13,871 $57,200 $16,170 $41,030
2020 $13,559 $57,200 $16,170 $41,030
2019 $12,607 $62,858 $16,170 $46,688
2018 $13,089 $62,100 $14,190 $47,910
2017 $12,692 $62,100 $14,190 $47,910
2016 $12,153 $62,100 $14,190 $47,910
2015 $10,640 $50,017 $11,550 $38,467
2014 $10,444 $50,017 $11,550 $38,467
2013 $9,994 $50,017 $11,550 $38,467
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12673809

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 04-24-414-029-0000

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