For Rent - Wonderful Home in Prime Northfield Location, Ready for Immediate Move-In! Beautiful hardwood floors flow throughout this inviting home. Enter through the enclosed front porch into a spacious foyer that opens to a bright, open-concept living room and dining room seamlessly connecting to a sizable kitchen featuring cherry cabinets, granite counters, a gas stove, dishwasher, new microwave, undermount sink, garbage disposal, eat-in counter, and pantry. The main level includes a primary bedroom and a full bathroom. The lower level offers two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom with a walk-in shower, a stackable washer/dryer, a recreation area, and generous storage. Enjoy outdoor dining and entertaining on the patio, plus a detached two-car garage and additional exterior space. Highly sought after Avoca and Marie Murphy school district and conveniently located near New Trier High School, Loyola Academy, North Shore Country Day School, the Northfield Library, shopping, restaurants, grocery stores, parks, playgrounds, public transportation, and the expressway - including local favorites like Taco Nano, The Happ Inn and Three Tarts Bakery & Cafe. Pet Policy: Furry family members welcome - $200 non-refundable fee per pet. Tenant responsible for all utilities, lawn care, and snow removal (lawnmower and snow blower provided). Preferred lease end date either May/June 2027 or May/June 2028. Come make this your home today!
Amenities
In-unit amenities
These amenities may not be available for every unit
Air Conditioning
Dishwasher
Hardwood Flooring
Microwave
Patio
Washer & Dryer In Unit
Community amenities
Extra Storage
Pet Friendly
Unique amenities
Garage
Garbage Disposal
Playground
Public Transportation
Snow Removal
Stove
Fees and policies
PetsDogs allowed, Cats allowed
Dogs allowed
Cats allowed
Parking
Type
Garage Lot
Type
Other
total Features:Garage Door Opener, Yes, Detached, Garage
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Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Finish: Unfinished
Basement Type: Full
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 1
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Type: Warm Air
Room Information
# of Rooms: 6
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Fair
Exterior Wall: Frame
Building Type: Residential
Property Information
Subdivision Name: HAPPS
Living Sq. Ft: 947
# of Stories: 1
Stories Type: 1
Legal Description: POR LOT 4 PART SW4 OF SEC19 T42N R1 3E 3P
Parking & Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces: 2
Parking Type: Detached Garage
Garage / Carport Type: Detached
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 8,350
Legal Lot Number: 4
Acres: 0.1917
Depth Footage: 167
Front Footage: 50
County Use Description: RESID 1 STORY
Utility Information
Water Service Type: Public
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 947
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,350 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1931
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 05193150270000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026
Sale and tax history for 255 Happ Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED #12727000
Oct 12, 2026
Rental Removed
$3,650
$4/sq ft
Sep 19, 2026
Price Changed
$3,650
$4/sq ft
Aug 8, 2026
Listed for Rent
$3,800
$4/sq ft
MRED #12682042
Aug 6, 2026
Rental Removed
$4,000
$4/sq ft
Jul 28, 2026
Price Changed
$4,000
$4/sq ft
Jun 22, 2026
Listed for Rent
$4,250
$4/sq ft
MRED #12036429
Jul 24, 2024
Rental Removed
$4,100
$4/sq ft
Apr 23, 2024
Listed for Rent
$4,100
$4/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 28, 2004
Sold
$305,000
$322/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,732 (+5.5%)
$13,360 + $22,640
$36,000
2022
$6,379 (+21.3%)
$13,360 + $16,640
$30,000
2021
$5,257 (+2.8%)
$9,602 + $11,678
$21,280
2020
$5,115 (+2.3%)
$9,602 + $11,678
$21,280
2019
$5,000 (−12.0%)
$9,602 + $13,783
$23,385
2018
$5,679 (+3.1%)
$7,932 + $17,425
$25,357
2017
$5,509 (+6.5%)
$7,932 + $17,425
$25,357
2016
$5,172 (−3.2%)
$7,932 + $17,425
$25,357
2015
$5,342 (+2.3%)
$6,471 + $17,251
$23,722
2014
$5,221 (+17.9%)
$6,471 + $17,251
$23,722
2013
$4,429 (−4.2%)
$6,471 + $17,251
$23,722
2012
$4,625 (+3.5%)
$7,306 + $18,991
$26,297
2011
$4,471 (+2.9%)
$7,306 + $18,991
$26,297
2010
$4,345 (−8.5%)
$7,306 + $18,991
$26,297
2009
$4,747 (+7.0%)
$7,515 + $28,457
$35,972
2008
$4,438 (+18.1%)
$12,024 + $27,853
$39,877
2007
$3,758
$12,024 + $27,853
$39,877
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
10/10
Avoca West Elementary School
Public, K-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
-/10
New Trier Township H S Northfield
Public, 9 • Assigned • 0.6mi
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About North
Shore
North Shore, located between Evanston and Lake Forest, is a residential and lakeside Chicago neighborhood with leafy ravines and a shoreline park system. The neighborhood’s character concentrates around the Metra stations and village centers along Green Bay Road, where independent cafes, bookstores, and small galleries line walkable blocks. Writers Theatre and the North Shore Center for the Performing Arts anchor the cultural calendar, while the Chicago Botanic Garden sets a seasonal rhythm just beyond the lakefront. Streets of brick Colonials, Tudors, and mid-century homes sit behind mature trees and stone walls. Lake Michigan beaches and the Green Bay Trail shape daily routines with long, linear outdoor corridors. Commuter rail and lakefront drives connect the area to downtown without changing its quiet, curated pace.
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Public facts and zoning for 255 Happ Rd
Beds
2
Baths
1
Sq. Ft.
947
Stories
1
Lot Size
8,350 Sq. Ft.
Style
Single Family Residential
Year Built
1931
Year Renovated
—
County
Cook County
APN
05193150270000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026.
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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
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
5 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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$421,000 – $510,000
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Listing agent: Marie Hirschle
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