Step into a piece of Berwyn history at 2812 Ridgeland Avenue! Originally serving as the Berwyn Post Office and a grocery with living quarters in the rear, this property offers a unique opportunity to bring new life to a home with character you simply don't find in newer construction. The 2-bedroom, 2-bath layout features an open great room with exposed brick and skylights that bring in natural light. A partial basement provides additional storage and includes laundry and a full bath, while the detached 2-car garage and fenced yard add everyday functionality. This is a great opportunity for a buyer who is looking to create something truly their own. Conveniently located near neighborhood parks, shopping, dining, public transportation, and major roadways, with easy access to the surrounding western suburbs and Chicago. Just minutes from both Janura Park and Proksa Park, with nearby bus service and Metra access for commuters.
New
$189,000
2812 Ridgeland Ave, Berwyn, IL 60402
2beds
1,598sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1921
3,844 Square Feet Lot
$274,000 Zestimate®
$118/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Fenced yardExposed brickOpen great room
- 2 days
- 588
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
John Warren 847-894-2433,
Forte Properties, Inc.,
Sharon Knickerbocker 315-727-2028,
Forte Properties, Inc.
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12762954
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bonus Room, Great Room, Utility Room-Lower Level
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 264 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X22
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X15
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X9
Great room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 616 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X22
Kitchen
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X13
Other
- Level: Basement
- Area: 616 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X22
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Unfinished,Partial
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,598 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Size: 3,844 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 31X124
Details
- Parcel number: 16304130550000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Other
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1921
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Berwyn
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $118/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $220,000
- Annual tax amount: $7,033
- Date on market: 9/17/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
$274,000
$260,000 - $288,000
$2,300/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 9/17/2026 | Listed for sale | $189,000+71.8%$118/sqft |
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| 8/17/2015 | Sold | $110,000-8.3%$69/sqft |
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| 6/13/2015 | Pending sale | $120,000$75/sqft |
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| 6/13/2015 | Listed for sale | $120,000$75/sqft |
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| 5/6/2015 | Listing removed | $120,000$75/sqft |
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| 11/22/2014 | Pending sale | $120,000$75/sqft |
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| 11/11/2014 | Price change | $120,000-7.7%$75/sqft |
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| 10/22/2014 | Price change | $130,000-7.1%$81/sqft |
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| 9/25/2014 | Price change | $140,000-6.7%$88/sqft |
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| 9/16/2014 | Listed for sale | $150,000$94/sqft |
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| 4/12/2014 | Pending sale | $150,000$94/sqft |
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| 3/19/2014 | Price change | $150,000-9.1%$94/sqft |
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| 2/12/2014 | Price change | $165,000-8.3%$103/sqft |
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| 12/19/2013 | Listed for sale | $180,000$113/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,951 +4.1% | $22,000 +0% |
| 2023 | $6,679 +9.6% | $21,999 +30.7% |
| 2022 | $6,097 +2.4% | $16,837 |
| 2021 | $5,954 +4.1% | $16,837 |
| 2020 | $5,722 +4.1% | $16,837 +7.7% |
| 2019 | $5,499 +6.3% | $15,630 |
| 2018 | $5,173 -2.8% | $15,630 |
| 2017 | $5,321 +29.1% | $15,630 +30.3% |
| 2016 | $4,120 +3.4% | $11,997 |
| 2015 | $3,985 +3.1% | $11,997 |
| 2014 | $3,866 -6.3% | $11,997 -14% |
| 2013 | $4,125 +4.1% | $13,945 |
| 2012 | $3,963 +2.3% | $13,945 |
| 2011 | $3,874 -33.5% | $13,945 -32.1% |
| 2010 | $5,829 -0.8% | $20,536 |
| 2009 | $5,875 +1.3% | $20,536 -15% |
| 2008 | $5,802 +18.8% | $24,160 +21.6% |
| 2007 | $4,883 +5.8% | $19,864 |
| 2006 | $4,616 +0.7% | $19,864 |
| 2005 | $4,584 +12.9% | $19,864 +28% |
| 2004 | $4,059 +3.3% | $15,523 |
| 2003 | $3,929 +3.1% | $15,523 |
| 2002 | $3,810 +44% | $15,523 +31.2% |
| 2001 | $2,646 -0.8% | $11,835 |
| 2000 | $2,667 | $11,835 |
| 1999 | -- | $11,835 |
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Neighborhood: 60402
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 100
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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