$890,400
3 bd|3 ba|2.3k sqft
1241 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
Off Market
Contingent
$1,395,000
1235 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
8beds
5,700sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1903
0.29 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$245/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Four-and-a-half bathroomsFloor-to-ceiling mahogany wallsTwo en-suite bedroomsEight bedroomsDecorative plaster ceilingsTwo bosch dishwashersElegant three story staircase
- 53 days |
- 222 |
- 5 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: February 28, 2026 at 12:33pm
Listing courtesy of:
Kelli Benson 312-640-7010,
Baird & Warner
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12557345
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 8
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Heated Sun Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Bedroom 8
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s)), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 238 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X17
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X16
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Bay Window(s), Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 340 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X17
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Bedroom 6
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Other
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Other
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds, Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 361 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X19
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 320 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X20
Other
- Features: Flooring (Marble), Window Treatments (Wood Frames)
- Level: Main
- Area: 462 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X42
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Butler, Breakfast Room, Granite Counters), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 384 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X24
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 494 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X26
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds, Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 784 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X28
Other
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X16
Heating
- Forced Air, Steam, Radiator(s), Radiant Floor
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Disposal, Indoor Grill, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Water Purifier Owned, Gas Oven
- Laundry: Electric Dryer Hookup, Sink
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Paneling
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Doors: French Doors
- Windows: Window Treatments, Drapes, Blinds, Double Pane Windows, Garden Window(s), Screens, Wood Frames
- Basement: Partially Finished,Exterior Entry,Bath/Stubbed,Partial Exposure,Partial,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 5,700 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Off Alley, Off Street, Driveway, Additional Parking, Alley Access, Electric Vehicle Charging Station(s), Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.29 Acres
- Dimensions: 80 X 160
- Features: Landscaped, Mature Trees
Details
- Additional structures: Guest House, Garage(s)
- Parcel number: 11191010190000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: TV-Cable, Sprinkler-Lawn
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Georgian
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1903
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Security System
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Evanston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $245/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $1,143,280
- Annual tax amount: $25,351
- Date on market: 2/11/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2/28/2026 | Contingent | $1,395,000$245/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12557345 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2026 | Listed for sale | $1,395,000-3.8%$245/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12557345 Report a problem | ||
| 4/21/2011 | Listing removed | $1,450,000$254/sqft |
Source: Prairie Shore Properties #07243278 Report a problem | ||
| 6/14/2009 | Listed for sale | $1,450,000+34.9%$254/sqft |
Source: Prairie Shore Properties #07243278 Report a problem | ||
| 7/9/2002 | Sold | $1,075,000+104.8%$189/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/14/1994 | Sold | $525,000$92/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $26,233 -4.8% | $114,328 -8.4% |
| 2022 | $27,558 +64.7% | $124,794 +80.8% |
| 2021 | $16,730 +0.7% | $69,038 |
| 2020 | $16,615 +1.1% | $69,038 -9.5% |
| 2019 | $16,428 -40.1% | $76,286 -28.2% |
| 2018 | $27,425 -0.1% | $106,285 |
| 2017 | $27,458 +4.5% | $106,285 |
| 2016 | $26,266 +3.4% | $106,285 +9.2% |
| 2015 | $25,400 +0.9% | $97,352 |
| 2014 | $25,173 +2.4% | $97,352 |
| 2013 | $24,578 +2.8% | $97,352 -7.7% |
| 2012 | $23,914 +3.4% | $105,485 -10.4% |
| 2009 | $23,120 +5.1% | $117,738 -4% |
| 2008 | $22,004 +6.5% | $122,644 |
| 2007 | $20,656 +32.8% | $122,644 +50.4% |
| 2006 | $15,559 +1.6% | $81,535 |
| 2005 | $15,312 +3.2% | $81,535 |
| 2004 | $14,840 +15.5% | $81,535 +35.6% |
| 2003 | $12,851 +2.8% | $60,136 |
| 2002 | $12,497 +12.2% | $60,136 |
| 2001 | $11,140 -2.4% | $60,136 +24.9% |
| 2000 | $11,415 +2.2% | $48,161 |
| 1999 | $11,173 | $48,161 |
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Est. payment
$9,507/mo
Principal & interest
$7194
Property taxes
$2313
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Neighborhood: 60202
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 6/10Washington Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.5 mi
- 7/10Nichols Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.4 mi
- 9/10Evanston Twp High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 0.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Washington Elementary School
- Middle: Nichols Middle School
- High: Evanston Twp High School
- District: 65
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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