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Off Market Aug 2021 for $830K

$1,029,957

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $5,982/mo

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2,414

sq ft

1000 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 60202

About this home

Fall in love with this Mediterranean custom built residence in the Ridge Historic District. You will feel as if you walked into a Parisienne home that is filled with European details - floor to ceiling palladium windows, French doors, arches and iron balconies. The dramatic living room features two-story beamed ceiling and impressive fireplace. Enjoy the sunroom for relaxing or a perfect spot for an intimate dining room as well. Gourmet kitchen features Ann Sacks tile backsplash, high end appliances, and a breakfast bar with seating. Family room off the kitchen can also be formal dining. First floor main suite, is a private wing with large bedroom, updated bath and good closets. All the second floor rooms are graced with barrel vaulted ceilings - the three very large bedrooms have French door-windows and Juliette balconies, full hall bath. Dry basement has potential to create more finished space as needed, perfect tv spot, play area, sweet 1/4 powder bath. This is an ideal home for someone looking for all the character and charm of a one-of-a-kind historic property with arched doorways, balconies, carved wood, original tile with the modern features we all want - inc. custom audio system with speakers throughout main level. Appreciate the outdoors from the comfort of various private terraced patios. Just blocks to Main St. Metra and L, NU Shuttle, restaurants, parks and shops, this is a must-see! Ridge address, front of home and garage on Lee St. Sellers have made many improvements including a $45K custom Barcelona style Boral concrete tile roof.

Single-familyProperty Type

1926Year Built

4,800 sq ftLot Size

$427Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

1 car garageParking

Listed by Mary Summerville • Dream Town Real Estate

Bought with Jeffrey Kropp • HBA Realty

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11129207

Redfin Estimate

$1,029,957

$200K since sold in August 2021$1,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 39.8% higher than the average sale price ($737K) of 6 comparable homes.

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$910,000
A
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SOLD MAY 28, 2026
$803,000
B
3 beds2 baths2,014 sq ft
1204 Madison St, Evanston, IL 60202
SOLD SEP 30, 2025
$680,000
C
3 beds2 baths2,398 sq ft
1118 South Blvd, Evanston, IL 60202
SOLD FEB 10, 2026
$575,000
D
4 beds2 baths1,703 sq ft
1216 Darrow Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
SOLD SEP 3, 2025
$1,035,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths2,200 sq ft
1021 Ridge Ct, Evanston, IL 60202
SOLD APR 21, 2026
$418,000
F
3 beds2 baths1,580 sq ft
1111 Darrow Ave, Evanston, IL 60202

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Market trends in 60202, IL

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

103.0%

0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$402K

$3K MoM

Avg. days on market

44d

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Sale history for 1000 Ridge Ave

Date

Event

Price

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11129207

Aug 26, 2021

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

$830,000

$344/sq ft

Aug 3, 2021

Pending

—

Jul 19, 2021

Pending (Active Under Contract)

—

Jun 6, 2021

Listed (New)

$875,000

$362/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10144997

Feb 26, 2019

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$752,000

$312/sq ft

Feb 8, 2019

Pending

—

Jan 22, 2019

Contingent

—

Jan 14, 2019

Listed (New)

$759,000

$314/sq ft

+24

Welcome to this distinctive Mediterranean gem in the Ridge Historic District. With outdoor terraces, and floor to ceiling windows, there is a European flair to this one-of-a-kind home. The oversized living room features soaring beamed ceilings with a massive fireplace facade which opens to a sunroom. Gourmet kitchen (gutted and updated in 2011) features Ann Sacks tile backsplash, high end appliances, and a breakfast bar. A bedroom and full luxury bath round out the first floor-perfect for master or guest suite. Upstairs, you'll find 3 more bedrooms and another full bath. Basement is unfinished, but big and open. If you appreciate character and charm with arched doorways, carved wood, with original tile in entryway and sunporch, plus the modern updates, this is a must see. Just blocks to Main St. Metra and el, restaurants, parks and shops, there is much to appreciate with this location. Taxes were appealed and successfully reassessed. Ask agent

Public Records

Aug 12, 2005

Sold

$542,000

$225/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$17,076 (−2.8%)

$10,560 + $59,058

$69,618

2022

$17,560 (+19.9%)

$10,560 + $64,069

$74,629

2021

$14,645 (+1.4%)

$6,960 + $47,492

$54,452

2020

$14,445 (−8.2%)

$6,960 + $47,492

$54,452

2019

$15,730 (+33.5%)

$6,960 + $62,738

$69,698

2018

$11,781 (−27.0%)

$5,760 + $40,113

$45,873

2017

$16,128 (−9.3%)

$5,760 + $57,279

$63,039

2016

$17,780 (+83.6%)

$5,160 + $66,703

$71,863

2015

$9,685 (−23.6%)

$5,160 + $33,080

$38,240

2014

$12,675 (+2.5%)

$5,160 + $44,469

$49,629

2013

$12,366 (+9.5%)

$5,160 + $44,469

$49,629

2012

$11,289 (+3.7%)

$5,160 + $44,469

$49,629

2011

$10,884

$5,160 + $44,469

$49,629

2010

$10,876 (+4.5%)

$5,160 + $44,469

$49,629

2009

$10,408 (+7.2%)

$6,720 + $44,734

$51,454

2008

$9,711 (+3.7%)

$6,720 + $44,734

$51,454

2007

$9,369

$6,720 + $44,734

$51,454

Tax history for 1000 Ridge Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$17,076 (−2.8%)

$10,560 + $59,058

$69,618

2022

$17,560 (+19.9%)

$10,560 + $64,069

$74,629

2021

$14,645 (+1.4%)

$6,960 + $47,492

$54,452

2020

$14,445 (−8.2%)

$6,960 + $47,492

$54,452

2019

$15,730 (+33.5%)

$6,960 + $62,738

$69,698

2018

$11,781 (−27.0%)

$5,760 + $40,113

$45,873

2017

$16,128 (−9.3%)

$5,760 + $57,279

$63,039

2016

$17,780 (+83.6%)

$5,160 + $66,703

$71,863

2015

$9,685 (−23.6%)

$5,160 + $33,080

$38,240

2014

$12,675 (+2.5%)

$5,160 + $44,469

$49,629

2013

$12,366 (+9.5%)

$5,160 + $44,469

$49,629

2012

$11,289 (+3.7%)

$5,160 + $44,469

$49,629

2011

$10,884

$5,160 + $44,469

$49,629

2010

$10,876 (+4.5%)

$5,160 + $44,469

$49,629

2009

$10,408 (+7.2%)

$6,720 + $44,734

$51,454

2008

$9,711 (+3.7%)

$6,720 + $44,734

$51,454

2007

$9,369

$6,720 + $44,734

$51,454

*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

4,800 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,470

Year built

1927

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Cook County

APN

11191130160000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Jul 12, 2026.

Single-Family Residential District

The R1 single-family residential district is intended to provide for single-family development at the lowest density within the City, and to preserve the present physical character of that area while allowing for infill development.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Housing-Single unit
Housing-Multiple units
Housing-Senior
Educational/school
Neighborhood center
Park & open space

Nov 19, 2025 • Final

Electrical only

Upgrade the underground electrical service to 200 amps.

Electrical

Oct 29, 2020 • Active

Roofing

Remove damaged roof tiles and replace them with new concrete roof tiles. The new tiles will be Boral concrete tiles to match the existing roof as closely as possible.

Roofing

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 Cars: 1
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Detached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
Driveway: Concrete

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4

Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Full
Basement Description: Unfinished
Laundry Features: In Unit

Interior Features
Interior Features: Hardwood Floors, Built-in Features
# of Rooms: 8

Equipment
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
Ceiling Fan(s)

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Living Room
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Balcony, Patio, Porch, Storms/Screens

Building Information
Living Area Source: Estimated
Exterior Building Type: Brick
Age: 91-100 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes

Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): Yes
Rehab Year: 2011
General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Historical District
Parcel Number: 11191130160000

Lot Information
Dimensions: 50X100
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Lot Features: Corner Lot, Landscaped

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $15,729.65
Tax Year: 2019
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electric: 100 Amp Service

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Radiator(s)
Cooling: Space Pac

Location

Community Information
Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

School Information
Elementary School District: 65
Elementary School: Washington Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 65
Middle Or Junior School: Nichols Middle School
High School District: 202
High School: Evanston Twp High School

Location Information
Township: Evanston
Corporate Limits: Evanston
Directions: Corner of Ridge and Lee--entrance and garage on Lee.

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,470
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 4,800 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1927
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 11191130160000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 12, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing

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Schools

Washington Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

7/10

Nichols Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.2mi

8/10

Evanston Twp High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.0mi

7/10

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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

1/10 Fire Factor

Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years

2/10 Heat Factor

7 days above 98° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years

2/10 Wind Factor

0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

5 unhealthy days expected this year, 6 days in 30 years

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Estimated sale price

$979,000 – $1.19M

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Home values near 1000 Ridge Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
948 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 4 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3372 Sq. Ft.	$1,233,435
947 Ridge Ct, Evanston, IL 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1894 Sq. Ft.	$607,696

Address	Redfin Estimate
1001 Ridge Ct, Evanston, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1928 Sq. Ft.	$873,904
941 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1470 Sq. Ft.	$614,411

Address	Redfin Estimate
1013 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 5677 Sq. Ft.	$1,613,505
949 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1678 Sq. Ft.	$831,217

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