5500 Harvard Terrace — Skokie, IL 60077
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▼ $51,000
Skokie, IL 60077

5500 Harvard Terrace

$524,000
3 beds · 3 baths · 1,526 sqft
$51,000 below original 57 days on market $6,647/yr taxes
01About this home

Located in the highly desirable Skokie school district, this solid all-brick corner ranch offers gracious living across two levels. Featuring 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, an attached one-car garage, and a private fenced backyard with patio and driveway, this home blends comfort, functionality, and timeless appeal. The main level is neutrally appointed with beautiful hardwood floors throughout. A welcoming foyer with tiled entry and coat closet opens to a spacious, open-concept living and dining area highlighted by a large picture window. A classic paneled accent wall frames the cozy gas log fireplace with stone mantel and custom screen, creating a warm focal point. The bright eat-in kitchen is designed for both style and convenience, featuring easy-care tile flooring, a pantry closet, Samsung stainless steel appliances, and brand-new 2026 cabinetry offering abundant storage. Elegant Calacatta quartz countertops and an oversized stainless steel sink complete the space, along with an energy-efficient refrigerator with ice and water dispenser. Three generously sized bedrooms are located on the main level, including a primary bedroom with charming vintage interior window shutters, additional blinds for privacy, and a ceiling fan with light. A full bath with linen closet and a convenient half bath complete this level. The full finished basement expands the living space with several deep window wells that bring in natural light. It includes an oversized recreation room with potential for additional bedrooms, a full bath with tub, and three extra-large walk-in storage closets. The utility and laundry areas feature a replaced water boiler system, washer and dryer, oversized dual-basin utility sink, and ample storage, along with vintage custom Korean cabinet closets. Step outside to enjoy the fully fenced backyard with alley access-perfect for entertaining or relaxing. The oversized 15' x 12' concrete patio provides an ideal outdoor retreat. The attached one-car garage with an overhead door system, exterior keypad access, and additional storage. Recent updates include a 2026 water tank, 2026 AC Condenser, 2026 refinished hardwood floors. Additional parking is available in the driveway and on the street. Ideally located near shopping, dining, parks, library, and transportation, this home offers easy access to major highways, downtown Skokie, the Yellow Line, Metra, and a quick commute to downtown Chicago.

02Inside the home
03By the numbers
$524,000
List price
1,526
Square feet
3
Bedrooms
2 full / 1 half
Bathrooms
1957
Year built
Lot size
1
Garage spaces
$6,647
Annual taxes
Ranch
Style
57
Days on market
04Open houses
Sunday
Jun 14
6pm–8pm
05Features
Heating
Baseboard
Cooling
Central AirSmall Duct High Velocity
Appliances
RangeMicrowaveDishwasherRefrigeratorWasherDryerDisposalFront Controls on Range/CooktopGas Cooktop
Parking
ConcreteGarage Door OpenerGarage OwnedAttachedGarage
Construction
Brick
Sewer
Public Sewer
06Neighborhood
This home EElementary schoolMMiddle schoolHHigh school
E Elementary school
Fairview South Elementary School
Skokie, IL
📍0.9 mi🚗2 min🚶22 min
M Middle school
Fairview South Elementary School
Skokie, IL
📍0.9 mi🚗2 min🚶22 min
H High school
Niles West High School
Skokie, IL
📍0.4 mi🚗1 min🚶10 min
  • Skokie House 0.5 mi
  • Flukys 0.5 mi
  • Libertad 0.6 mi
  • Manny's Pizza 0.6 mi
  • Jimmy John's 0.6 mi
  • Subway 0.6 mi
  • Fresh Farms 0.7 mi
  • Marathon 0.7 mi
  • Citgo 0.7 mi
  • Jewel-Osco 0.8 mi
  • Your Local Mini Mart on Niles 0.8 mi
  • Skokie Mart 0.8 mi
  • Martin F. Peccia Park 700 ft
  • George Park 0.2 mi
  • Klehm Park 0.3 mi
  • Village Green Park 0.5 mi
  • Lorel Park 0.5 mi
  • Laramie Park 0.6 mi
  • Don Julio Cafe 0.5 mi
  • Qahwah House 0.7 mi
  • Corner Bakery 0.7 mi
  • Starbucks Café 0.7 mi
  • Complimentary Cafe 0.7 mi
  • Dunkin' 0.8 mi
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07History

Every event we have for this address, straight from the MLS.

Jun 12, 2026
Price reducedThis listing
Century 21 Circle
$524,000
−$51,000
Apr 18, 2026
Listed for saleThis listing
Century 21 Circle
$575,000
Sourced from MRED. Older events appear here as our history backfill completes.
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