Welcome home to this charming Prairie-style bungalow, rich in character and timeless appeal. The inviting layout offers a seamless flow enhanced by classic architectural details, gleaming hardwood floors, and a cozy wood-burning fireplace. The maple kitchen is a chef's delight, featuring a premium Five Star 4-burner range with griddle and hood, along with stainless steel appliances. The home provides flexible living space, including a spacious primary suite with wall cabinets, a walk-in closet, and abundant storage. The expansive lower level adds exceptional versatility with a large laundry area, workshop, additional living space, plentiful storage, and a convenient half bath. Step outside to a beautiful paver patio surrounded by professionally landscaped perennial gardens that offer seasonal color and charm. A concrete driveway leads to a spacious two-car garage. Ideally located near vibrant downtown Riverside, enjoy easy access to shopping, dining, top-rated schools (Riverside Elementary, Junior High, and Riverside Brookfield High School), and the Metra for a convenient commute to downtown Chicago and Union Station. Nearby amenities include Brookfield Zoo, scenic forest preserves, and Harrington Park, featuring tennis courts, ball fields, a playground, and more...making this a wonderful opportunity to call Riverside home. Additional highlights include a whole-house generator, updated electrical service box, and a new sump pump.
Est. $2,456 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 342 Lawton Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12655437
Jul 10, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$605,000
$292/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09969446
Jul 24, 2018
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$404,250
$195/sq ft
Jul 19, 2018
Pending
—
Jun 4, 2018
Pending (Contingent (Do Not Show))
—
May 30, 2018
Listed (New)
$399,000
$192/sq ft
Prairie style bungalow with all the charm and character you can imagine. Open flow and historic charm. Hardwood floors, wood burning fireplace, sun room and reading nook. The maple kitchen features a * 5 star * 4 burner and griddle range and hood, and stainless appliances. The lower level has room for everything. Large laundry area, workshop, living space, tons of storage and 1/2 bath. Relax outside on the paver patio surrounded by beautiful gardens. 2 car garage. Close to Metra, schools, and town.
Public Records
Jun 1, 1987
Sold
$121,000
$58/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$13,335 (+27.2%)
$11,500 + $33,500
$45,000
2022
$10,480 (+3.7%)
$10,062 + $20,719
$30,781
2021
$10,103 (+2.5%)
$10,062 + $20,719
$30,781
2020
$9,853 (−18.6%)
$10,062 + $20,719
$30,781
2019
$12,105 (+3.0%)
$9,200 + $28,621
$37,821
2018
$11,747 (+3.2%)
$9,200 + $28,621
$37,821
2017
$11,386 (+8.7%)
$9,200 + $28,621
$37,821
2016
$10,479 (+2.8%)
$8,050 + $24,204
$32,254
2015
$10,196 (+1.6%)
$8,050 + $24,204
$32,254
2014
$10,039 (+5.5%)
$8,050 + $24,204
$32,254
2013
$9,519 (+1.1%)
$8,050 + $25,095
$33,145
2012
$9,414 (+3.4%)
$8,050 + $25,095
$33,145
2011
$9,107 (+9.5%)
$8,050 + $25,095
$33,145
2010
$8,314 (+8.7%)
$8,050 + $28,034
$36,084
2009
$7,645 (+10.2%)
$8,050 + $28,034
$36,084
2008
$6,938 (+1.2%)
$12,880 + $28,125
$41,005
2007
$6,858
$7,820 + $26,644
$34,464
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
4
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,074
Year built
1926
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
15362140190000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 23, 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
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Park & open space
May 10, 2023 • Final
Building - residential
Electrical
Sep 28, 2021 • Final
Building - residential
Electrical
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4
Room Information
Room Type: Sitting Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 8 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Sun Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 7
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12 x 12
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 10
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 10
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 10 x 20
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 20
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 20
Flooring: Carpet
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Finished, Exterior Entry, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Full