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.
Single-familyProperty Type
1921Year Built
3,844 sq ftLot Size
$116Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by John Warren• Forte Properties, Inc.
Listed by Sharon Knickerbocker• Forte Properties, Inc.
Est. $2,371 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 2812 Ridgeland Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12762954
Nov 4, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$185,100
$116/sq ft
Sep 30, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Sep 17, 2026
Listed (Active)
$189,000
$118/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12684009
Jul 22, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Public Records
Sep 9, 2015
Sold
$110,000
$69/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08505296
Aug 17, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Aug 17, 2015
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$110,000
$69/sq ft
Jun 13, 2015
Contingent
—
Jun 13, 2015
Relisted (Reactivated)
—
May 5, 2015
Listing Removed
—
Nov 21, 2014
Contingent
—
Nov 10, 2014
Price Changed
$120,000
$75/sq ft
Oct 21, 2014
Price Changed
$130,000
$81/sq ft
Sep 24, 2014
Price Changed
$140,000
$88/sq ft
Sep 12, 2014
Relisted (Reactivated)
—
Apr 11, 2014
Contingent
—
Mar 18, 2014
Price Changed (Price Change)
$150,000
$94/sq ft
Feb 11, 2014
Price Changed (Price Change)
$165,000
$103/sq ft
Dec 18, 2013
Listed (New)
$180,000
$113/sq ft
+5
Zoned both Res & Comm. Much History in this unique, light and bright, nicely renovated home. In it's early days, was the Berwyn Post Office and a family grocery with living quarters in the back. Skylights, can lights, well insulated(and soundproof)\ exposed brick, engineered hardwood in great room. Partial basement with laundry and full bath and a huge crawl space. Fenced yard Short sale.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$6,679 (+9.6%)
$4,594 + $17,406
$22,000
2022
$6,097 (+2.4%)
$4,031 + $12,806
$16,837
2021
$5,954 (+4.1%)
$4,031 + $12,806
$16,837
2020
$5,722 (+4.1%)
$4,031 + $12,806
$16,837
2019
$5,499 (+6.3%)
$3,656 + $11,974
$15,630
2018
$5,173 (−2.8%)
$3,656 + $11,974
$15,630
2017
$5,321 (+29.1%)
$3,656 + $11,974
$15,630
2016
$4,120 (+3.4%)
$3,000 + $8,997
$11,997
2015
$3,984 (+3.1%)
$3,000 + $8,997
$11,997
2014
$3,865 (−6.3%)
$3,000 + $8,997
$11,997
2013
$4,125 (+4.1%)
$3,000 + $10,945
$13,945
2012
$3,963 (+2.3%)
$3,000 + $10,945
$13,945
2011
$3,874 (−33.5%)
$3,000 + $10,945
$13,945
2010
$5,829 (−0.8%)
$3,000 + $17,536
$20,536
2009
$5,875 (+1.3%)
$3,000 + $17,536
$20,536
2008
$5,802 (+18.8%)
$4,800 + $19,360
$24,160
2007
$4,883
$4,500 + $15,364
$19,864
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
3,750 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,598
Year built
1920
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
16304130550000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 17, 2026.
C-1
Neighborhood Mixed-Use District
The C-1 Neighborhood Mixed-Use District is established to apply to small-scale mixed-use areas of the City that primarily serve the surrounding neighborhoods. The C-1 District allows commercial, mixed-use, and office uses, as well as a variety of residential uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Bank
Garden center
General retail
Restaurant
Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Office
Medical office
Public service
Jul 27, 2020 • Final
Residential
Remodel
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking Features: Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bedrooms Possible: 2
Room Information
Room Type: Great Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 28 x 22
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bonus Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 9
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 28 x 22
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 8 x 15
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 13
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 22
Flooring: Carpet
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Bonus Room, Great Room, Utility Room-Lower Level
Basement: Unfinished, Partial
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 5
Exterior
Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Age: 100+ Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Construction Materials: Brick
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1 Story
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
Parcel Number: 16304130550000
Lot Information
Dimensions: 31X124
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $7,033.38
Tax Year: 2025
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 100
Middle Or Junior School District: 100
High School District: 201
Location Information
Township: Berwyn
Corporate Limits: Berwyn
Directions: on Ridgeland, south of 26th ST, north of Ogden
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,598
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 3,750 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1920
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 16304130550000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 17, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: No
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
Hiawatha Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
6/10
Freedom Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi
5/10
J Sterling Morton West High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi
6/10
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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
1% 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
Berwyn, IL • 60402
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
81/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Berwyn. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.6 hrs
3.5 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$303,000 – $367,000
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