$825,000

beds

baths

1,767

square ft

255 Riverside Drive

Northfield, Illinois 60093

New / MLS #12716492 / Single Family / Northfield

Listing information updated 7/28/2026 at 3:43pm

Beautifully updated all-brick ranch with a full, partially finished basement in the highly desirable Riverside neighborhood. This exceptional property backs to the scenic Middle Fork of the Chicago River, offering a private, beautifully landscaped backyard with a raised elevation and no flood insurance required. Located in the award-winning New Trier School District. This home is located within walking distance to Clarkson Park and just 20 miles from downtown Chicago. Extensively renovated in 2019. Featuring a new roof with added attic insulation, refinished hardwood floors throughout, a stunning kitchen with quartz countertops, a center island, and stainless steel appliances. The spacious family room addition was fully renovated and offers a dramatic 30-foot beamed ceiling, gas-start fireplace, abundant natural light, and sliding glass doors leading to the backyard patio-perfect for entertaining and everyday living. Additional updates include new bathroom vanities and a new sump pump with battery backup.Outstanding location, and a rare riverfront setting. Low property taxes! Please do not solicit and do not disturb occupants. Thank you very much.

Full Features

Architecture Style:

Ranch

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Partially Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

61-70 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Water Features:

Stream

Square Feet:

1,767

Lot Size:

.50-.99 Acre

Acreage:

0.4203

Internal Features:

1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Separate Dining Room, Quartz Counters

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Room Information

Living Room:

15x16 - Main

Dining Room:

12x11 - Main

Kitchen:

16x12 - Main

Family Room:

30x16 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

15x10 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

12x13 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

13x10 - Main

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Office:

15x9 - Basement Level

Laundry:

8x10 - Basement Level

Taxes & Assessments

Tax Amount:

$9,645

Tax Year:

2023

Location

Zip Code:

60093

City:

Northfield

County:

Cook

Schools

School District(s):

29, 203

Elementary School:

Middlefork Primary School

Middle School:

Sunset Ridge Elementary School

High School:

New Trier Twp H.s. Northfield/Wi

Architecture Style:

Ranch

Exterior Type:

Brick

Basement:

Partially Finished,Full

Beds Above Grade:

Cooling System:

Central Air

Heating System:

Natural Gas, Forced Air

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal

Main Level Primary Bedroom:

Yes

Fireplace:

Yes

Pool:

Age:

61-70 Years

Roof Type:

Asphalt

Parking Type:

Garage - Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage

Parking Spaces:

Garage:

Attached

Room Count:

Water Front:

Water Features:

Stream

Square Feet:

1,767

Lot Size:

.50-.99 Acre

Acreage:

0.4203

Internal Features:

1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Separate Dining Room, Quartz Counters

External Features:

Patio/Porch

Living Room:

15x16 - Main

Dining Room:

12x11 - Main

Kitchen:

16x12 - Main

Family Room:

30x16 - Main

Primary Bedroom:

15x10 - Main Level

2nd Bedroom:

12x13 - Main

3rd Bedroom:

13x10 - Main

4th Bedroom:

N/A

Office:

15x9 - Basement Level

Laundry:

8x10 - Basement Level

Tax Amount:

$9,645

Tax Year:

2023

Zip Code:

60093

City:

Northfield

County:

Cook

School District(s):

29, 203

Elementary School:

Middlefork Primary School

Middle School:

Sunset Ridge Elementary School

High School:

New Trier Twp H.s. Northfield/Wi

Listing Office: Hometown Real Estate Group

Listing Office Phone: 773.625.1121

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