Step into this beautifully crafted brick colonial, featuring elegant palladium windows & beautiful moldings, adding character and charm to this stunning home. The gracious living room features a wood-burning fireplace with views of the front porch. The dining room is spacious and opens to a sunny den. Adjacent is the kitchen with an eat-in area or could double as a mud room/desk space. This home features high ceilings and beautiful woodwork. The second floor is a true oasis of comfort and relaxation, with four generously sized bedrooms all featuring organized closets. You'll find new Pella windows, new doors, and updated bathrooms. The primary bedroom is lovely with a walk-in closet, ensuite bath, and south-facing light. The basement is partially finished with plenty of storage space, plus an additional room with direct access to the yard, this would make a perfect mudroom space for outdoor and sports equipment. Backyard with mature trees and a 3 car garage, a rare find. With so many thoughtful touches and upgrades throughout do not miss this stunning home on sought-after Lawton Rd. This home truly has it all offering a perfect blend of comfort and style. Located in the historic Village of Riverside with easy access to town, train, parks, and schools.
Single-familyProperty Type
1929Year Built
8,860 sq ftLot Size
$374Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Anne Dominick• Keller Williams ONEChicago
Bought with Melanie Carlson• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Hardwood is in good condition. Kitchen is separate from living room. Approximately 6' ceilings in basement.
13 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Daniel Fiermuga
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 247 Lawton Rd
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11763716
Jun 2, 2023
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$685,000
$304/sq ft
May 23, 2023
Pending
—
Apr 25, 2023
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Apr 20, 2023
Listed (Active)
$675,000
$300/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09892902
Aug 9, 2018
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$612,000
$272/sq ft
Jun 28, 2018
Contingent
—
Apr 26, 2018
Price Changed
$630,000
$280/sq ft
Mar 22, 2018
Listed (New)
$650,000
$289/sq ft
Look no further! This handsome brick Colonial has been tastefully remodeled and is move-in ready. Gracious LR & formal DR w/ impressive floor-to-ceiling Palladium windows, high ceilings, beautiful original woodwork & lots of natural light. Attractive white cabinet kitchen w/solid-surface counters, new SS appliances, marble backsplash & adjoining breakfast room. First floor den/office. The second floor features a new, improved layout ('14) w/4 BR & 2 full bathrooms, including a private master suite w/an 11 x 5 walk-in closet & beautiful en suite bath. Energy-efficient Pella windows & spacious closets throughout second floor. The lower level provides additional FR space. Inviting covered front porch is perfect for summer entertaining. Wood-burning FP, zoned heat & central air, updated lighting throughout, newer roof w/architectural shingles ('14) on home & 3-car garage & sewer backup prevention system. Walk to town, train, library & schools. Don't miss this classy, historic home!
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08462790
Nov 21, 2013
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$412,000
$183/sq ft
Nov 5, 2013
Contingent
—
Oct 19, 2013
Price Changed (Price Change)
$450,000
$200/sq ft
Oct 8, 2013
Listed (New)
$470,000
$209/sq ft
+19
There are no remarks available.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08321540
Oct 7, 2013
Listing Removed
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Sep 6, 2013
Price Changed (Price Change)
*
May 30, 2013
Price Changed (Price Change)
*
Apr 19, 2013
Listed (New)
*
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$17,925 (+34.3%)
$8,861 + $53,139
$62,000
2022
$13,349 (−0.8%)
$7,753 + $33,254
$41,007
2021
$13,457 (+2.2%)
$7,753 + $34,805
$42,558
2020
$13,162 (+15.2%)
$7,753 + $34,805
$42,558
2019
$11,427 (−9.7%)
$7,088 + $31,552
$38,640
2018
$12,660 (+3.2%)
$7,088 + $33,406
$40,494
2017
$12,270 (+11.4%)
$7,088 + $33,406
$40,494
2016
$11,010 (+2.8%)
$6,202 + $27,559
$33,761
2015
$10,714 (−12.9%)
$6,202 + $27,559
$33,761
2014
$12,296 (−6.1%)
$6,202 + $30,155
$36,357
2013
$13,092 (+1.6%)
$6,202 + $35,766
$41,968
2012
$12,890 (+5.0%)
$6,202 + $35,766
$41,968
2011
$12,280 (−2.4%)
$6,202 + $35,766
$41,968
2010
$12,577 (+24.7%)
$6,202 + $40,128
$46,330
2009
$10,086 (+8.2%)
$6,202 + $40,128
$46,330
2008
$9,325 (+4.3%)
$9,924 + $42,724
$52,648
2007
$8,941
$7,088 + $38,995
$46,083
Tax history for 247 Lawton Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$17,925 (+34.3%)
$8,861 + $53,139
$62,000
2022
$13,349 (−0.8%)
$7,753 + $33,254
$41,007
2021
$13,457 (+2.2%)
$7,753 + $34,805
$42,558
2020
$13,162 (+15.2%)
$7,753 + $34,805
$42,558
2019
$11,427 (−9.7%)
$7,088 + $31,552
$38,640
2018
$12,660 (+3.2%)
$7,088 + $33,406
$40,494
2017
$12,270 (+11.4%)
$7,088 + $33,406
$40,494
2016
$11,010 (+2.8%)
$6,202 + $27,559
$33,761
2015
$10,714 (−12.9%)
$6,202 + $27,559
$33,761
2014
$12,296 (−6.1%)
$6,202 + $30,155
$36,357
2013
$13,092 (+1.6%)
$6,202 + $35,766
$41,968
2012
$12,890 (+5.0%)
$6,202 + $35,766
$41,968
2011
$12,280 (−2.4%)
$6,202 + $35,766
$41,968
2010
$12,577 (+24.7%)
$6,202 + $40,128
$46,330
2009
$10,086 (+8.2%)
$6,202 + $40,128
$46,330
2008
$9,325 (+4.3%)
$9,924 + $42,724
$52,648
2007
$8,941
$7,088 + $38,995
$46,083
*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
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,861 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,182
Year built
1931
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
15364010090000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 11, 2026.
R1-A
Single-Family Residence District - Area District A
The purpose and intent of the R1-A single-family residence district is to preserve single-family residential areas in the village with lots that are at least 7,000 sq ft in area. The R1-A district also provides for limited institutional uses and those uses compatible with surrounding single-family residential neighborhoods