1217 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 60202

Built in 1899 for notable Chancellor Livingston Jenks and designed by Myron Hunt, this distinctive home was built to impress with its expansive circular driveway, grandly proportioned room sizes, leaded glass windows, signature, beaded rift sawn oak woodwork and exquisite craftsmanship throughout. Perched at the peak of Ridge, this home offers truly unique views of the surrounding park and fields of Larimar park. Turn into the circular drive, enter the gracious foyer and you will be drawn into the dramatic sunken living room. Originally, the music room, this room showcases built-in cabinets designed to hold sheet music, over 35' of spanning windows and soaring 10ft+ ceilings. Flanking the living room, are the family room with a marble woodburning fireplace and the open dining area with glass doors providing access to the back porch and large paver patio. Stunning kitchen pleases any chef or entertainer with separate, built-in refrigerator and freezer, dual dishwashers, 48" range, oversized island and concealed walk-in pantry. On the main bedroom level, you will find 3 luxurious bedroom suites with walk-in closets and private baths all nestled amidst the greenery of the surrounding trees. Primary bath offers every luxury with (2) 6' vanities, Victoria & Albert soaking tub and decadent steam shower with massaging showerhead, rain can and body sprays. Also on this level, you will find the laundry room, complete with utility sink. Continue to the top floor, to the 2 additional bedrooms. The "Woodpecker" room offers both a sleeping and seating area; Perfect for guests! The 5th bedroom, (currently used as an art room) is clad in original wood paneling. Travel to the sunny, walkout lower level, and you will find the rec room, office, storage area, and a massive mudroom. Thoughtful design has been paired with premium mechanicals to create an exceptional home in every aspect. The home was made complete in 2021 with new exterior paint, a new roof, and a new 2.5 car garage. Lot size was increased to 74 x160 in 2021, so taxes will be new. Owner is Listing Agent and is a licensed RE Agent in IL.

Discerning purchaser with an eye for historic value and future grandeur need look no further!!! Completed in 1899 for noted Evanstonian Chancellor Livingston Jenks & designed by well known architect Myron Hunt, here is a timeless combination of generous room sizes, exquisite high quality hardwoods and spacious property. Time to update and bring into today. Prepare to roll up your sleeves! Its brick paver circular driveway and parking area add to the charm. Exquisite details and unusually large rooms. Even generous kitchen with walk in pantry. Basement includes wine room, dark room and expansive storage area. This property is in the Ridge Avenue historic district ( see additional info for map) and has 2 story coach house tucked at the opposite corner of the 120 x 160 lot. All 6 bedrooms are good sized and master suite exudes charm of yesterday with adjoining closet and dressing areas. For the connoisseur of timeless quality, updating it will be a dream come true!! Being sold AS IS.