Endless potential in a prime Riverside location! This is your opportunity to transform a well-located property into the home you've always envisioned. Full of character and ready for your personal touch, this home offers the perfect blend of space, layout, and location to create something truly special. Inside, you'll find a functional floor plan featuring multiple bedrooms, spacious living and dining areas, and a generously sized kitchen just waiting to be reimagined. The home sits on a sizable lot, offering plenty of room for outdoor entertaining, landscaping, or future expansion (buyer to verify). With solid bones and a flexible layout, the possibilities here are truly endless. Ideally situated near the highly desirable Riverside community, known for its charming tree-lined streets, historic appeal, and welcoming atmosphere. Enjoy close proximity to downtown Riverside, the Metra station, parks, schools, and scenic trails along the Des Plaines River. Convenient access to major highways, shopping, dining, and everyday amenities makes this location as practical as it is picturesque. Whether you're looking to customize your dream home or simply secure a property in a sought-after neighborhood, this is an incredible opportunity you won't want to miss! Property is being sold as-is. Buyer responsible for any village requirements, inspections, and repairs. Schedule your showing today and imagine the possibilities!
Est. $2,456 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 522 Byrd Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12632297
May 26, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$470,000
$229/sq ft
May 11, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - No Showings)
—
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$3,868 (−19.0%)
$8,250 + $36,750
$45,000
2022
$4,778 (+6.9%)
$7,218 + $32,240
$39,458
2021
$4,471 (+11.0%)
$7,218 + $32,240
$39,458
2020
$4,028 (−8.5%)
$7,218 + $32,240
$39,458
2019
$4,402 (+2.8%)
$6,600 + $32,811
$39,411
2018
$4,281 (+5.2%)
$6,600 + $32,811
$39,411
2017
$4,069 (−23.7%)
$6,600 + $32,811
$39,411
2016
$5,336 (−2.6%)
$5,775 + $30,699
$36,474
2015
$5,477 (+3.9%)
$5,775 + $30,699
$36,474
2014
$5,271 (+5.9%)
$5,775 + $30,699
$36,474
2013
$4,977 (−52.7%)
$5,775 + $29,528
$35,303
2012
$10,522 (+140.2%)
$5,775 + $32,761
$38,536
2011
$4,381 (+19.7%)
$5,775 + $32,761
$38,536
2010
$3,658 (+2.9%)
$5,775 + $36,158
$41,933
2009
$3,556 (−60.5%)
$5,775 + $36,158
$41,933
2008
$9,000 (+5.1%)
$9,240 + $42,005
$51,245
2007
$8,561
$7,589 + $36,888
$44,477
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
8,250 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,052
Year built
1934
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
15254050360000
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: Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (1/2): 2
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 10 x 12
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 10 x 11
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 13
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 16
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 12
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 5 x 7
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 18
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12 x 14
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Basement: Unfinished, Full
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 7
Exterior
Building Information
Living Area Source: Estimated
Age: 91-100 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Construction Materials: Other
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
General Information: Flood Zone (Partial)
Parcel Number: 15254050360000
Lot Information
Dimensions: 2052
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,030.67
Tax Year: 2024
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior,Senior Freeze
Financial Information
Finance Code: Cash
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 96
Elementary School: Blythe Park Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 96
Middle Or Junior School: L J Hauser Junior High School
High School District: 208
High School: Riverside Brookfield Twp Senior
Location Information
Township: Riverside
Corporate Limits: Riverside
Directions: Head South on Harlem Ave, turn west on 31st St, then south on Longcommon Rd, and east on Byrd Rd.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,052
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,250 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1934
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 15254050360000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 11, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: No
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
78/100 Very Walkable63/100 Bikeable
Schools
Places
Transit
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 • 1.5mi
10/10
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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
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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16
39
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35
63
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69
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51
39
37
24
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Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Sun exposure
96/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.2 hrs
5.2 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$573,000 – $694,000
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