This beautifully maintained Riverside home offers a perfect blend of space, warmth, and timeless character. With 3 true bedrooms, a bonus room in the basement, and a full attic, there's room for everyone! Whether you want to work from home, host guests, or enjoy a little extra breathing room, this home makes it easy. Inside, the home opens up with a graceful flow and natural light that fills every space with warmth. The main level is approximately 1700 sq. ft. and features 3 bedrooms, and a full bathroom, all designed for easy everyday living. The kitchen and bathrooms offer a clean, modern feel that still honors the home's original charm. Downstairs, the finished basement extends your living space with a large, versatile recreation area, a full bathroom, and a dry bar, making it ideal for movie nights, game days, or casual entertaining. Out back, a generous fully fenced yard provides room to relax, garden, host gatherings, or let pets roam freely. Just blocks from downtown Riverside, you're close to local coffee shops, dining, boutiques, and the Metra for an easy commute into the city. With Harlem Avenue and I-55 nearby, you'll enjoy a great mix of accessibility and small-town peace. Whether you're strolling along the Des Plaines River or spending an afternoon in one of the many nearby parks, you'll quickly see why Riverside is so beloved.
Single-familyProperty Type
1954Year Built
8,000 sq ftLot Size
$327Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Kendra Short• eXp Realty - Chicago North Ave
Bought with George Mueller• Century 21 S.G.R., Inc.
Lots of Potential in this Surprisingly Spacious One and One Half Story Brick Home in Historic Riverside. Approximately 1,700 Square Feet on the First Floor. Approximately 800 Square Feet on the Second Level. The Second Level is Currently an Unheated Attic Space with Walls, Flooring and Ceiling. Large 1,700 Square Foot Basement with Semi Finished Bathroom Ready For Your Finishing Ideas. Attached One Car Garage. 8,000 Square Foot Lot. R-1 Zoning. Award Winning Schools. Freshly Painted Interior. Patio in Larger Back Yard. Good Candidate for Rehabbers, Investors and Fixer-Uppers. Sold "As-Is".
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$11,837 (−2.4%)
$8,000 + $29,000
$37,000
2022
$12,130 (+16.3%)
$7,000 + $24,669
$31,669
2021
$10,430 (+2.6%)
$7,000 + $24,669
$31,669
2020
$10,170 (+47.3%)
$7,000 + $24,669
$31,669
2019
$6,902 (+3.1%)
$6,400 + $16,640
$23,040
2018
$6,697 (+3.0%)
$6,400 + $16,640
$23,040
2017
$6,500 (−14.2%)
$6,400 + $16,640
$23,040
2016
$7,579 (+2.9%)
$5,600 + $18,418
$24,018
2015
$7,362 (+1.5%)
$5,600 + $18,418
$24,018
2014
$7,254 (−0.5%)
$5,600 + $18,418
$24,018
2013
$7,288 (+1.0%)
$5,600 + $20,392
$25,992
2012
$7,217 (−14.1%)
$5,600 + $20,392
$25,992
2011
$8,399 (+1.6%)
$5,600 + $25,125
$30,725
2010
$8,269 (+6.5%)
$5,600 + $30,914
$36,514
2009
$7,761 (+13.6%)
$5,600 + $30,914
$36,514
2008
$6,833 (+0.2%)
$8,960 + $32,533
$41,493
2007
$6,821
$7,040 + $30,486
$37,526
Tax history for 503 Longcommon Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$11,837 (−2.4%)
$8,000 + $29,000
$37,000
2022
$12,130 (+16.3%)
$7,000 + $24,669
$31,669
2021
$10,430 (+2.6%)
$7,000 + $24,669
$31,669
2020
$10,170 (+47.3%)
$7,000 + $24,669
$31,669
2019
$6,902 (+3.1%)
$6,400 + $16,640
$23,040
2018
$6,697 (+3.0%)
$6,400 + $16,640
$23,040
2017
$6,500 (−14.2%)
$6,400 + $16,640
$23,040
2016
$7,579 (+2.9%)
$5,600 + $18,418
$24,018
2015
$7,362 (+1.5%)
$5,600 + $18,418
$24,018
2014
$7,254 (−0.5%)
$5,600 + $18,418
$24,018
2013
$7,288 (+1.0%)
$5,600 + $20,392
$25,992
2012
$7,217 (−14.1%)
$5,600 + $20,392
$25,992
2011
$8,399 (+1.6%)
$5,600 + $25,125
$30,725
2010
$8,269 (+6.5%)
$5,600 + $30,914
$36,514
2009
$7,761 (+13.6%)
$5,600 + $30,914
$36,514
2008
$6,833 (+0.2%)
$8,960 + $32,533
$41,493
2007
$6,821
$7,040 + $30,486
$37,526
*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
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,000 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,677
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
15254130740000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
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
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Other
Infrastructure
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Parking (Total): 1
Parking Features: Concrete, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3
Room Information
Room Type: Attic
Level: Attic
Dimensions: 39 x 19
Room Information
Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 13 x 17
Room Information
Room Type: Storage
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 13 x 10
Room Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 13 x 10
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 13
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 13
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 16 x 12
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 17 x 13
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 6
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 25 x 13
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 19 x 13
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Attic: Finished
Basement: Finished, Full
Laundry Features: In Kitchen
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 8
Exterior
Building Information
Living Area Source: Appraiser
Age: 71-80 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Brick
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1.5 Story
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): Yes
Rehab Year: 2021
Parcel Number: 15254130740000
Fencing: Fenced
Lot Information
Dimensions: 160 X 50
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Lot Size Source: County Records
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $11,837
Tax Year: 2023
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Lake Michigan
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 96
Middle Or Junior School District: 96
High School District: 208
High School: Riverside Brookfield Twp Senior
Location Information
Township: Riverside
Corporate Limits: Riverside
Directions: Off of Harlem Avenue north of 31st Street or South of 26th Street to Longcommon Road, West to 503. Home is located on the south side of the street.
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,677
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 8,000 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 15254130740000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 11, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
Blythe Park Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
9/10
L J Hauser Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
10/10
Riverside Brookfield Twp High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi
10/10
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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, 15 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Riverside, IL • 60546
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
June and 3.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
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Estimated sale price
$529,000 – $640,000
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