OFF MARKET

Off Market Jan 2017 for $912K

$1,660,666

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $5,903/mo

•

3,875

sq ft

1147 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 60202

About this home

Beautiful and well maintained Hemphill Lannon-stone with sought after green tile roof 4 bedroom 3.1 bathroom home on huge corner lot (Ridge & Crain) adjacent from park & playground! Gracious entry leads to beautiful foyer and gorgeous stairway. Separate living, formal dining and updated kitchen with terrace and half bath on first level. 4 beds with 2 full bathrooms, full master bed and generous foyer on second floor with 2nd floor laundry. Finished walkout lower level with large family room with walk out patio, full bath, mud room off attached 2 car garage and additional laundry / utility room. Unbelievable yard and grounds landscaped and with multiple areas for planting, dining, playing and privacy all enclosed with a beautiful rod iron fence and gate. Full unfinished walk up attic with leaded windows awaits your expansion ideas! A truly unique and beautiful sunny Evanston home in a prime location to walk to stores, restaurants, schools, transportation, parks and much much more!

Single-familyProperty Type

1927Year Built

0.38 acresLot Size

$429Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Valerie Kahan • @properties Christie's International Real Estate

Bought with Janice Hazlett • @properties Christie's International Real Estate

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09323921

Redfin Estimate

$1,660,666

$749K since sold in January 2017$193K since August

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This home's estimate is 44.7% higher than the average sale price ($1.15M) of 6 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$1,629,000
A
5 beds3.5 baths3,266 sq ft
1235 Maple Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
BOUGHT WITH REDFIN JUL 15, 2026
$1,381,000
B
5 beds2.5 baths3,070 sq ft
925 Elmwood Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
SOLD APR 13, 2026
$849,000
C
5 beds3 baths2,945 sq ft
1315 Main St, Evanston, IL 60202
SOLD APR 29, 2026
$705,000
D
5 beds3 baths2,500 sq ft
1025 Wesley Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
SOLD OCT 27, 2025
$1,184,000
E
4 beds3.5 baths2,265 sq ft
1310 Wesley Ave, Evanston, IL 60201
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$1,140,000
F
5 beds1.5 baths2,700 sq ft
1220 Maple 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

103.2%

+0.0% MoM

Median sale price

$410K

$10K MoM

Avg. days on market

43d

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

117

4 MoM

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$459,000
2 beds2 baths1,200 sq ft
946 N Michigan Ave Unit 3N, Evanston, IL 60202
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FOR SALE BY OWNER
$459,000
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EARLY ACCESS
$495,000
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100' wide lot allows for great backyard space. Interior is very well maintained. Curb appeal doesn't get much better.
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Sale history for 1147 Ridge Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$24,322 (−0.9%)

$36,220 + $67,562

$103,782

2022

$24,552 (+7.6%)

$36,220 + $72,897

$109,117

2021

$22,810 (+1.1%)

$23,872 + $65,410

$89,282

2020

$22,565 (+1.1%)

$23,872 + $65,410

$89,282

2019

$22,311 (+7.9%)

$23,872 + $74,783

$98,655

2018

$20,671 (+2.6%)

$19,756 + $59,129

$78,885

2017

$20,148 (+4.2%)

$19,756 + $59,129

$78,885

2016

$19,332 (+0.7%)

$19,756 + $59,129

$78,885

2015

$19,205 (+0.9%)

$16,052 + $58,198

$74,250

2014

$19,037 (+2.4%)

$16,052 + $58,198

$74,250

2013

$18,583 (+13.3%)

$16,052 + $58,198

$74,250

2012

$16,396 (+4.1%)

$17,698 + $54,188

$71,886

2011

$15,757 (+0.2%)

$17,698 + $54,188

$71,886

2010

$15,726 (−15.1%)

$17,698 + $54,188

$71,886

2009

$18,514 (+2.7%)

$18,110 + $77,356

$95,466

2008

$18,036 (+6.1%)

$28,976 + $70,467

$99,443

2007

$17,001

$28,976 + $70,467

$99,443

Tax history for 1147 Ridge Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$24,322 (−0.9%)

$36,220 + $67,562

$103,782

2022

$24,552 (+7.6%)

$36,220 + $72,897

$109,117

2021

$22,810 (+1.1%)

$23,872 + $65,410

$89,282

2020

$22,565 (+1.1%)

$23,872 + $65,410

$89,282

2019

$22,311 (+7.9%)

$23,872 + $74,783

$98,655

2018

$20,671 (+2.6%)

$19,756 + $59,129

$78,885

2017

$20,148 (+4.2%)

$19,756 + $59,129

$78,885

2016

$19,332 (+0.7%)

$19,756 + $59,129

$78,885

2015

$19,205 (+0.9%)

$16,052 + $58,198

$74,250

2014

$19,037 (+2.4%)

$16,052 + $58,198

$74,250

2013

$18,583 (+13.3%)

$16,052 + $58,198

$74,250

2012

$16,396 (+4.1%)

$17,698 + $54,188

$71,886

2011

$15,757 (+0.2%)

$17,698 + $54,188

$71,886

2010

$15,726 (−15.1%)

$17,698 + $54,188

$71,886

2009

$18,514 (+2.7%)

$18,110 + $77,356

$95,466

2008

$18,036 (+6.1%)

$28,976 + $70,467

$99,443

2007

$17,001

$28,976 + $70,467

$99,443

*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

4.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

16,464

Year renovated

2026

Sq. Ft.

3,875

Year built

1927

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Cook County

APN

11191070010000

Parking Spaces

Basement

Yes

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Aug 19, 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

Apr 3, 2024 • Final

Plumbing only

Replace the water line.

Plumbing

Feb 20, 2024 • Active

Interior remodel - residential for single-family homes, townhomes, and 2-unit residential buildings only

Perform an interior remodel.

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 Cars: 2
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Attached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Heated
Driveway: Concrete,Off Alley

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes

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

Room Information
Room Type: Attic
Level: Third
Dimensions: 41 x 29

Room Information
Room Type: Foyer
Level: Main
Dimensions: 6 x 5

Room Information
Room Type: Mud Room
Level: Walkout Basement
Dimensions: 15 x 8

Room Information
Room Type: Storage
Level: Third
Dimensions: 23 x 15

Room Information
Room Type: Terrace
Level: Main
Dimensions: 21 x 13

Room Information
Room Type: Walk In Closet
Level: Third
Dimensions: 8 x 7

Room Information
Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
Level: Walkout Basement
Dimensions: 24 x 12

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 16 x 15
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 13
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 16 x 9
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 20 x 16
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Walkout Basement
Dimensions: 27 x 15
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 9
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Walkout Basement
Dimensions: 9 x 7
Flooring: Ceramic Tile

Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 28 x 15
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 18 x 16
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood

Additional Rooms Information
Attic: Full,Interior Stair,Unfinished
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Full, Walkout
Basement Description: Finished

Interior Features
Interior Features: Bar-Dry, Hardwood Floors
# of Rooms: 9

Equipment
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Living Room
Fireplace Features: Gas Log

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Patio, Stamped Concrete Patio, Storms/Screens

Building Information
Living Area Source: Estimated
Exterior Building Type: Stone
Age: 81-90 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Tile

Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 3 Stories
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rehab (Y/N): Yes
General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Historical District
Parcel Number: 11191070010000

Lot Information
Dimensions: 101X167
Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $19,205.35
Tax Year: 2015

Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Radiant
Cooling: Space Pac

Location

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

School Information
Elementary School District: 65
Elementary School: WASHINGTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
Alternate Elementary School: M L KING JR LAB EXPERIMENTAL SCHOOL
Middle Or Junior School District: 65
Middle Or Junior School: NICHOLS MIDDLE SCHOOL
Alternate Jr High/Middle School: DR BESSIE RHODES MAGNET SCHOOL
High School District: 202
High School: EVANSTON TWP HIGH SCHOOL

Location Information
Township: EVANSTON
Corporate Limits: EVANSTON
Directions: Dempster west to Ridge Ave South to Crain

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,875
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 1
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.38 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1927
Year Renovated: 2026
County: Cook County
APN: 11191070010000
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —

Home facts updated by owner on Aug 19, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing

Around this home

Schools

Washington Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi

7/10

Nichols Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi

8/10

Evanston Twp High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi

7/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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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Historical weather

Evanston, IL • 60202

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In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in June and 3.3 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.

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Estimated sale price

$1.58M – $1.91M

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Home values near 1147 Ridge Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
1123 Ridge Avenue, Evanston, IL 7 Beds \| 5 Baths \| 7582 Sq. Ft.	$2,089,425
1205 Ridge Avenue, Evanston, IL 8 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 5458 Sq. Ft.	$1,423,682

Address	Redfin Estimate
1131 Ridge Avenue, Evanston, IL 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 3968 Sq. Ft.	$1,555,909
1201 Ridge Avenue, Evanston, IL 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1650 Sq. Ft.	$893,934

Address	Redfin Estimate
1139 Ridge Avenue, Evanston, IL 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3298 Sq. Ft.	$1,754,115
1136 Oak Avenue, Evanston, IL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2110 Sq. Ft.	$894,927

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