Don't miss this charming home in a prime location! Just a short walk to both Uptown Park Ridge and Downtown Edison Park, you'll have easy access to fantastic restaurants, Metra stations, the library, a movie theater, cozy coffee shops, and more. Step inside to a warm and inviting living room featuring a wood-burning fireplace, seamlessly connected to a formal dining area with access to the backyard. The beautifully updated kitchen opens to a spacious family room, complemented by a full bath and a convenient first-floor office. Upstairs, you'll find five bedrooms, including a true primary ensuite with a private balcony and walk-in closet. A fully finished basement adds even more living space, complete with a second kitchen, a gas fireplace, and custom-built storage. This home is packed with premium features, including a heated garage with a thermostat, a back patio with a gas supply for grilling, and separate furnace and AC systems for the lower and upper levels for personalized comfort. Additional highlights include energy-efficient Pella windows with interior blinds, a 75-gallon water heater perfect for the basement jacuzzi tub, and a double battery backup sump pump system for peace of mind. Recent upgrades include a brand-new upper-level furnace and AC (2024), a stunning composite deck with aluminum railings (2023), fully renovated first-level and upper-level bathrooms (2019-2020), and numerous other enhancements throughout. This is a home you won't want to miss!
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$950,000
238 S Merrill St, Park Ridge, IL 60068
5beds
3,664sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1926
-- sqft lot
$982,300 Zestimate®
$259/sqft
$4,889 Estimated rent
Home value
$982,300
$884,000 - $1.09M
$4,889/mo
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What's special
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: April 11, 2025 at 01:33am
Listing courtesy of:
Craig Fallico 847-226-0834,
Dream Town Real Estate
Bought with:
Craig Fallico
Dream Town Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12282902
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Primary bedroom
- Features: Window Treatments (Blinds), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom 4
- Features: Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Bedroom 5
- Features: Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Second
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Den
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 143 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X11
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 50 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X5
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Kitchen 2nd
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 50 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X5
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Blinds)
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X12
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 512 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 32X16
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Oven, Humidifier
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Finished,Exterior Entry,Full,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room, Basement
Interior area
- Total structure area: 3,664
- Total interior livable area: 3,664 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,184
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Concrete, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Balcony
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Dimensions: 50X150X53X153
Details
- Parcel number: 09361010550000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1926
- Major remodel year: 2020
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Park Ridge
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 4/8/2025 | Sold | $950,000+69.7%$259/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12282902 Report a problem | ||
| 4/15/2019 | Sold | $559,900$153/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10304901 Report a problem | ||
| 3/13/2019 | Pending sale | $559,900$153/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - McMullen #10304901 Report a problem | ||
| 3/12/2019 | Listed for sale | $559,900$153/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential #10304901 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $14,570 +4.6% | $57,000 |
| 2022 | $13,934 -2.5% | $57,000 +13.3% |
| 2021 | $14,289 -2.8% | $50,313 |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60068
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 9/10Eugene Field Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.9 mi
- 5/10Emerson Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.4 mi
- 10/10Maine South High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.7 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Eugene Field Elementary School
- Middle: Emerson Middle School
- High: Maine South High School
- District: 64
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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