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1620 Elder Lane

Northfield, IL 60093

2 beds
1 bath
1,192 sqft
6,665 sqft lot
$352 per sqft
1951 build
– on site

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Be enchanted by this charming well-maintained 2BR | 1 Bath Cottage-Style Ranch located in the sought-after New Trier School District! This delightful home is a wonderful opportunity for first-time buyers, ideal for those seeking to downsize to one-level living, or a perfect rental option for a savvy investor. A welcoming front porch sets the tone as you enter. Inside, the spacious living room is filled with natural light and features a wood-burning fireplace plus built-in bookcase surrounding the front windows, creating a warm and inviting nook. Just off the kitchen, you'll find a formal dining room that easily flexes into a den or home office. The home also includes two nicely sized bedrooms, a full bath, and a convenient utility/laundry room to complete the interior. The main living spaces offer recessed lighting and hardwood flooring throughout, adding to the home's appeal. Plus, the entire interior has been freshly painted for its new owners while the exterior was painted last year (2023). Outside, a detached 2-car garage sits at the end of a recently redone driveway(2021) with refreshed sidewalks (2021) A newer fence (2021) provides privacy and allows direct access to Northfield Park, which features a playground, picnic areas, and a basketball court-perfect for outdoor activities. Conveniently located near I-94, the forest preserve, and bike trails. HVAC (2018) Water Heater (2019).

Listing courtesy of MRED / Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago as distributed by MLS GRID

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MLS# 12174432 —

The Building

Year Built:

1951
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
New Construction:

No
Architectural Style:

Cottage
Roof:

Asphalt
Basement:

None
Foundation Details:

Concrete Perimeter
Disability Access:

No
Living Area Source:

Estimated

Interior

Room Type:

No additional rooms
Rooms Total:

5
Interior Features:

Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Bookcases
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Wood Burning
Fireplace Location:

Living Room
Laundry Features:

Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Laundry Closet

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1192

Location

Directions:

From Edens I94 take Willow Rd East. Right onto Lockwood Ave., Right onto Elder Lane to property
Location:

4110
Location:

4459

The Property

Parcel Number:

05193160110000
Property Type:

Residential
Location:

A
Lot Features:

Park Adjacent, Streetlights
Lot Size Dimensions:

133X50
Lot Size Acres:

0.153
Lot Size Source:

County Records
Rural:

N
Waterfront:

false
Additional Parcels:

false

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

7809.99

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

2
Bedrooms Possible:

2

Baths

Baths:

1
Full Baths:

1

The Listing

Short Sale:

Not Applicable
Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Forced Air
Cooling:

Central Air

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Electric:

Circuit Breakers
Water Source:

Lake Michigan

Appliances

Appliances:

Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Built-In Oven, Range Hood

Schools

Elementary School:

Avoca West Elementary School
Elementary School District:

37
Middle Or Junior School:

Marie Murphy School
Middle Or Junior School District:

37
High School:

New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
High School District:

203

The Community

Community Features:

Park, Street Lights, Street Paved
Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Not Applicable
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

2
Garage Type:

Detached
Garage Spaces:

2
Garage Onsite:

Yes
Garage Ownership:

Owned

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Utility Costs

$129/mo.

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
11/1/24 Nov 1, 2024	Sold	MRED	$420,000	7.7%
10/9/24 Oct 9, 2024	Sold Subject To Contingencies	MRED	$390,000
10/3/24 Oct 3, 2024	Listed / Active	MRED	$390,000

House Sold on 11/1/2024

$420,000

Listing provided by broker:

Heather Miller

Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

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1620 Elder Lane

Northfield, IL 60093