OFF MARKET

Off Market May 2025 for $349K

$384,026

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $2,368/mo

•

1,081

sq ft

226 Ridge Ave, Crystal Lake, IL 60014

About this home

Here Is That Hard To Find Ranch Home You Have Been Searching For! The Whole House Has Been Totally Redesigned! A 10+++ Everything new...windows, doors, flooring, carpet, Bathrooms, kitchen and appliances and water heater. The large and bright living room/great room has hardwood flooring and perfect for all gathering's. Bright and shiny kitchen offers stainless steel appliances, white custom cabinets, granite counters including a breakfast bar and coffee bar, a large pantry closet plus eating area with sliding door leading to brand new deck overlooking the yard. a Full bath, master bedroom and 2nd bedroom and a peaceful sunroom finish off the 1st floor. The full finished basement will be sure to please with the most generous sized family room (33x17) along with a eye-catching electric fireplace. In addition there is the 3rd bedroom full bath , laundry room plus a storage room. Just minutes to town, shopping dining, and metra train. Come See This Beauty!

Single-familyProperty Type

1951Year Built

0.3 acresLot Size

$355Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Kay Wirth • RE/MAX Suburban

Bought with Tracie Muehler • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12322941

Redfin Estimate

$384,026

$34K since sold in May 2025$8,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 13.8% higher than the average sale price ($338K) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD JUN 4, 2026
$295,000
A
4 beds2 baths1,235 sq ft
270 Ridge Ave, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
SOLD JUL 22, 2026
$365,000
B
3 beds2 baths1,600 sq ft
511 Everett Ave, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
SOLD JUN 26, 2026
$355,000
C
4 beds2 baths1,140 sq ft
380 Ridge Ave, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
SOLD OCT 24, 2025
$320,000
D
3 beds2 baths1,091 sq ft
195 Peterson Pkwy, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
SOLD DEC 17, 2025
$315,000
E
3 beds2 baths1,184 sq ft
421 Lake Ave, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
SOLD JUL 13, 2026
$375,000
F
3 beds1.5 baths1,248 sq ft
381 Douglas Ave, Crystal Lake, IL 60014

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Market trends in 60014, IL

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

101.1%

+0.2% MoM

Median sale price

$375K

$1K MoM

Avg. days on market

44d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

184

5 MoM

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Sale history for 226 Ridge Ave

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

May 29, 2025

Sold

$350,000

$324/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12322941

May 21, 2025

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

$349,900

$324/sq ft

Apr 25, 2025

Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)

—

Apr 23, 2025

Relisted (Active)

—

Apr 8, 2025

Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)

—

Mar 27, 2025

Listed (Active)

$349,900

$324/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11997551

Oct 16, 2024

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

$194,750

$180/sq ft

Mar 7, 2024

Contingent (Contingent - No Showings)

—

Mar 6, 2024

Listed (Active)

$190,000

$176/sq ft

Tremendous Potential For Those Looking To Put In Some Sweet Equity and make This House Into A Home! This 2 Bedroom 1 Bath all brick Ranch Home features hardwood floors in the 2 bedrooms, a living room and dining room, kitchen with large eating area. Off the kitchen is a breezeway/sunroom with one door to front yard and a 2nd door to backyard plus a door leading to the 1 car attached garage. In addition there is a full partially finished basement. Great location....Just Minutes to Downtown, Shopping, Dining, Shopping and Metra! Sold AS IS...Short Sale

Public Records

May 1, 1986

Sold

$72,000

$67/sq ft

Public Records

May 1, 1983

Sold

$61,500

$57/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$7,685 (+31.1%)

$22,731 + $71,764

$94,495

2024

$5,862 (+5.3%)

$20,761 + $63,664

$84,425

2023

$5,569 (−0.4%)

$18,618 + $57,093

$75,711

2022

$5,592 (+5.8%)

$17,026 + $52,211

$69,237

2021

$5,284 (+2.4%)

$15,963 + $48,951

$64,914

2020

$5,163 (+4.1%)

$15,485 + $47,484

$62,969

2019

$4,959 (+21.9%)

$14,722 + $45,145

$59,867

2018

$4,068 (−0.3%)

$13,851 + $36,465

$50,316

2017

$4,078 (+1.9%)

$13,851 + $36,465

$50,316

2016

$4,000 (+73.7%)

$13,270 + $34,935

$48,205

2015

$2,303 (−2.3%)

$12,661 + $33,332

$45,993

2013

$2,358 (−5.2%)

$12,049 + $19,014

$31,063

2012

$2,489 (−38.6%)

$12,800 + $20,200

$33,000

2011

$4,056 (+9.5%)

$13,608 + $39,720

$53,328

2010

$3,706 (−20.1%)

$14,661 + $38,667

$53,328

2008

$4,637 (+4.0%)

$15,612 + $56,535

$72,147

2007

$4,457

$15,205 + $55,059

$70,264

Tax history for 226 Ridge Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$7,685 (+31.1%)

$22,731 + $71,764

$94,495

2024

$5,862 (+5.3%)

$20,761 + $63,664

$84,425

2023

$5,569 (−0.4%)

$18,618 + $57,093

$75,711

2022

$5,592 (+5.8%)

$17,026 + $52,211

$69,237

2021

$5,284 (+2.4%)

$15,963 + $48,951

$64,914

2020

$5,163 (+4.1%)

$15,485 + $47,484

$62,969

2019

$4,959 (+21.9%)

$14,722 + $45,145

$59,867

2018

$4,068 (−0.3%)

$13,851 + $36,465

$50,316

2017

$4,078 (+1.9%)

$13,851 + $36,465

$50,316

2016

$4,000 (+73.7%)

$13,270 + $34,935

$48,205

2015

$2,303 (−2.3%)

$12,661 + $33,332

$45,993

2013

$2,358 (−5.2%)

$12,049 + $19,014

$31,063

2012

$2,489 (−38.6%)

$12,800 + $20,200

$33,000

2011

$4,056 (+9.5%)

$13,608 + $39,720

$53,328

2010

$3,706 (−20.1%)

$14,661 + $38,667

$53,328

2008

$4,637 (+4.0%)

$15,612 + $56,535

$72,147

2007

$4,457

$15,205 + $55,059

$70,264

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Public record
Zoning
Permits

Beds

—

Baths

—

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

0.3 Acres

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,081

Year built

1951

Style

Single Family Residential

County

McHenry County

APN

14-31-402-010

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 1
# of Parking (Total): 1
Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 2
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3
# of Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1

Room Information
Room Type: Sun Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 10
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Storage
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 12 x 9
Flooring: Other

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 10
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 12 x 11
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4

Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room

Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 13 x 17
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Table Space,Pantry-Walk-in,Breakfast Room,Custom Cabinetry,Granite Counters,Updated Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 18 x 12
Flooring: Ceramic Tile

Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 12 x 9
Flooring: Other

Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 20 x 18
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood
Bath: None

Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: None
Basement: Finished, Full

Interior Features
Interior Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
# of Rooms: 6
Flooring: Hardwood

Equipment
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
CO Detectors, Water Heater-Gas

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Basement
Fireplace Features: Electric

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Deck

Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Age: 71-80 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
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): Yes
Rehab Year: 2025
General Information: Commuter Train
Parcel Number: 1431402010

Lot Information
Dimensions: 90X146
Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,569
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Financial Information
Finance Code: Cash
Special Service Area: N

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Community Information
Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Paved

Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

School Information
Elementary School District: 47
Elementary School: North Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 47
Middle Or Junior School: Richard F Bernotas Middle School
High School District: 155
High School: Crystal Lake Central High School

Location Information
Township: Nunda
Corporate Limits: Crystal Lake
Directions: Northwest Highway/Rt 14 to Woodstock Street to Left on Ridge

Public facts

Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 1,081
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.3 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1951
Year Renovated: —
County: McHenry County
APN: 14-31-402-010

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No

Teams Information
Buyer Team Name: Tracie Muehler Team

Around this home

Schools

North Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.2mi

8/10

Richard F Bernotas Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi

5/10

Crystal Lake Central High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

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Climate risks

1/10 Flood Factor

Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years

3/10 Fire Factor

0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 100° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

2/10 Air Factor

1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years

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Estimated sale price

$365,000 – $442,000

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Home values near 226 Ridge Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
207 Ridge Avenue, Crystal Lake, IL 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1461 Sq. Ft.	$268,173
225 Ridge Avenue, Crystal Lake, IL 3 Beds \| - Baths \| 1832 Sq. Ft.	$302,063

Address	Redfin Estimate
215 Ridge Avenue, Crystal Lake, IL 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1446 Sq. Ft.	$335,528
239 Ridge Avenue, Crystal Lake, IL 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$299,121

Address	Redfin Estimate
201 Ridge Avenue, Crystal Lake, IL 2 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1050 Sq. Ft.	$271,330
241 Ridge Avenue, Crystal Lake, IL 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1295 Sq. Ft.	$314,545

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