Welcome to this charming 2-bedroom, 1.1-bath brick townhome in Galewood! This Sun-filled, well-maintained home features a classic floorplan with hardwood floors, newer windows, and central air. The main level offers a spacious living room, a separate dining room, and a galley kitchen. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms, ample closet space, and a full bath. The finished basement includes a large family room, second full bath, and plenty of storage. Step outside on the deck overlooking the beautifully landscaped backyard and patio-the perfect place for relaxing or entertaining. Conveniently located just a short walk to the Metra, this home combines comfort, style, and easy access to the city.
Customers appreciated the location, layout, condition, and tasteful updates. Cozy size.
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Sale history for 1916 N Rutherford Ave
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
Nov 5, 2025
Sold
$287,500
$259/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12472909
Nov 4, 2025
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$287,250
$259/sq ft
Oct 2, 2025
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Sep 17, 2025
Listed (Active)
$296,500
$268/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 15, 1998
Sold
$103,000
$93/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 27, 1993
Sold
$96,000
$87/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 1, 1987
Sold
$63,000
$57/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$3,945 (+3.2%)
$7,625 + $14,375
$22,000
2022
$3,824 (+1.8%)
$7,625 + $14,375
$22,000
2021
$3,757 (+6.7%)
$7,625 + $14,375
$22,000
2020
$3,520 (−1.6%)
$3,812 + $15,084
$18,896
2019
$3,579 (+1.7%)
$3,812 + $17,420
$21,232
2018
$3,517 (+6.1%)
$3,812 + $17,420
$21,232
2017
$3,314 (+1.7%)
$3,355 + $15,408
$18,763
2016
$3,260 (+10.2%)
$3,355 + $15,408
$18,763
2015
$2,959 (−3.6%)
$3,355 + $15,408
$18,763
2014
$3,070 (+2.4%)
$3,050 + $16,053
$19,103
2013
$2,998 (+12.6%)
$3,050 + $16,053
$19,103
2012
$2,663 (+5.4%)
$3,050 + $16,053
$19,103
2011
$2,527 (+18.4%)
$4,270 + $18,868
$23,138
2010
$2,135 (+14.0%)
$4,270 + $18,868
$23,138
2009
$1,872 (−26.0%)
$4,270 + $18,868
$23,138
2008
$2,531 (+17.1%)
$5,368 + $18,978
$24,346
2007
$2,161
$5,368 + $18,978
$24,346
Tax history for 1916 N Rutherford Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$3,945 (+3.2%)
$7,625 + $14,375
$22,000
2022
$3,824 (+1.8%)
$7,625 + $14,375
$22,000
2021
$3,757 (+6.7%)
$7,625 + $14,375
$22,000
2020
$3,520 (−1.6%)
$3,812 + $15,084
$18,896
2019
$3,579 (+1.7%)
$3,812 + $17,420
$21,232
2018
$3,517 (+6.1%)
$3,812 + $17,420
$21,232
2017
$3,314 (+1.7%)
$3,355 + $15,408
$18,763
2016
$3,260 (+10.2%)
$3,355 + $15,408
$18,763
2015
$2,959 (−3.6%)
$3,355 + $15,408
$18,763
2014
$3,070 (+2.4%)
$3,050 + $16,053
$19,103
2013
$2,998 (+12.6%)
$3,050 + $16,053
$19,103
2012
$2,663 (+5.4%)
$3,050 + $16,053
$19,103
2011
$2,527 (+18.4%)
$4,270 + $18,868
$23,138
2010
$2,135 (+14.0%)
$4,270 + $18,868
$23,138
2009
$1,872 (−26.0%)
$4,270 + $18,868
$23,138
2008
$2,531 (+17.1%)
$5,368 + $18,978
$24,346
2007
$2,161
$5,368 + $18,978
$24,346
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,050 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,108
Year built
1941
Style
Townhouse
County
Cook County
APN
13314000580000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 12, 2026.
RS-2
Residential Single-Unit (Detached House) District
The primary purpose of the RS districts is to accommodate the development of detached houses on individual lots. It is intended that RS zoning be applied in areas where the land-use pattern is characterized predominately by detached houses on individual lots or where such a land use pattern is desired in the future. The Zoning Ordinance includes three RS districts - RS2 - which are differentiated primarily on the basis of minimum lot area requirements and floor area ratios.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Day care facility
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Library
Recreation
Cemetery
Park & open space
Property details
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bedrooms Possible: 2
Room Information
Room Type: Deck
Level: Main
Dimensions: 7 x 7
Room Information
Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 18 x 11
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 10
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 22 x 18
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Galley
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 7
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 18 x 17
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 14 x 14
Flooring: Hardwood
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Finished, Full
Laundry Features: In Unit
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 6
Equipment
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Exterior
Building Information
# Of Units in Building: 2
Living Area Source: Assessor
Age: 81-90 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Construction Materials: Brick
Property Information
Entry Level: 1
Property Type: Attached Single
Property Type: Townhouse-2 Story
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
General Information: Commuter Train
Parcel Number: 13314000580000
Lot Information
Dimensions: 25 x 125
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $3,945
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Community Information
Management: Self-Management
Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
Max Pet Weight: 999
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 299
Middle Or Junior School District: 299
High School District: 299
Location Information
Township: Jefferson
Corporate Limits: Chicago
Directions: Oak Park Ave. to Armitage Ave., east to Rutherford Ave., South to Property
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,108
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 3,050 square feet
Style: Townhouse
Year Built: 1941
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 13314000580000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 12, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
Sayre Elementary Language Academy
Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
5/10
Steinmetz Academic Centre High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.5mi
1/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
5/10 Air Factor
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 8 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$307,000 – $372,000
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