OFF MARKET

Off Market Dec 2021 for $730K

$1,067,390

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $4,536/mo

•

3,210

sq ft

705 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 60202

About this home

CONTINGENCY FELL THROUGH - BACK ON MARKET WITH NEW PRICE! Lovingly updated home with 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths, plus 5th bedroom/den with central air and classic charm. Over 3,200 square feet of living space includes living room with original hardwood floors, wood-burning fireplace and formal dining room with custom built-in shelving. Oversized kitchen and breakfast area give room for large gatherings. Main floor also features a bedroom/den, full bath, updated laundry/mudroom, and beautiful sunroom that overlooks the well-landscaped backyard. 2nd floor includes 3 generous bedrooms and full bath with heated tile flooring and towel warmer. Walkout lower level is configured as an in-law suite and features full bath, kitchenette/bar, 4th bedroom, recreation room and covered patio. New deck provides privacy with easy access from the main floor. New hot water tank, boiler control panel, fireplace liner, gutters and living/bedroom windows. Extra-deep, two-car garage and driveway is a rare find in the neighborhood. Short walk to restaurants, stores, Metra and CTA trains. Welcome home! Property is agent owned.

Single-familyProperty Type

1905Year Built

7,535 sq ftLot Size

$333Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Angela Dellheim • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Bought with Correna Malyon • @properties Christie's International Real Estate

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11149646

Redfin Estimate

$1,067,390

$337K since sold in December 2021$2,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 11.4% lower than the average sale price ($1.20M) of 6 comparable homes.

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$1,381,000
A
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B
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SOLD APR 8, 2026
$1,401,000
C
5 beds2.5 baths2,764 sq ft
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SOLD APR 20, 2026
$1,100,000
D
5 beds3.5 baths3,635 sq ft
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SOLD APR 13, 2026
$849,000
E
5 beds3 baths2,945 sq ft
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SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$865,000
F
4 beds3.5 baths2,447 sq ft
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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

2 days MoM

Recently sold homes

16 MoM

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OPEN SAT, 12PM TO 2PM
$215,000
2 beds1.5 baths1,200 sq ft
737 Ridge Ave Unit 2H, Evanston, IL 60202
OPEN SAT, 1PM TO 2:30PM
$449,900
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Arts & Crafts Bungalow from 1905. Good condition & finishes. Has been updated over the years but retains its vintage feel on the 1st level. 2nd level has been dormered and updated. Partial basement is walkout in back as the lot slopes down to the...
12 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Ken Snedegar
Redfin Premier agent
Arts and crafts period home with great fireplace and lots of original doors and millwork. Upstairs bath remodel was a success. Kitchen needs updates. Most windows appear to be original.
12 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Nathan Freeborn
Redfin Premier agent
Noticed the floors are not level on the main level. Kitchen needs to be updated.
12 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Mary Helen Cutler
Redfin agent
This home built in the early 1900's has been well maintained. The full bathroom on the second level has recently been updated, and looks great. The kitchen appears older and may need some improvements. Spacious and looks great.
12 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Mary Helen Cutler
Redfin agent

Sale history for 705 Ridge Ave

Date

Event

Price

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11149646

Dec 16, 2021

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

$730,000

$227/sq ft

Dec 9, 2021

Pending

—

Dec 9, 2021

Pending (Active Under Contract (Do Not Show))

—

Dec 9, 2021

Pending

—

Dec 9, 2021

Pending (Active Under Contract (Do Not Show))

—

Sep 28, 2021

Listing Removed

—

Sep 8, 2021

Price Changed

$749,000

$233/sq ft

Aug 25, 2021

Relisted (Active)

—

Aug 10, 2021

Pending (Active Under Contract)

—

Aug 3, 2021

Price Changed

$775,000

$241/sq ft

Jul 7, 2021

Listed (New)

$789,000

$246/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08815710

Mar 13, 2015

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$450,000

$140/sq ft

Feb 10, 2015

Contingent

—

Jan 13, 2015

Listed (New)

$469,000

$146/sq ft

+10

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08726541

Dec 28, 2014

Contingent

—

Dec 23, 2014

Listing Removed

—

Nov 2, 2014

Price Changed

Oct 31, 2014

Price Changed

Sep 12, 2014

Listed (New)

Public Records

Apr 14, 1978

Sold

$67,500

$21/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$16,687 (+4.5%)

$20,721 + $53,278

$73,999

2022

$15,963 (+26.7%)

$20,721 + $53,278

$73,999

2021

$12,598 (−4.5%)

$12,056 + $40,781

$52,837

2020

$13,194 (+1.7%)

$12,056 + $40,781

$52,837

2019

$12,968 (+12.4%)

$12,056 + $46,007

$58,063

2018

$11,539 (+2.6%)

$10,172 + $34,828

$45,000

2017

$11,252 (+3.3%)

$10,172 + $34,828

$45,000

2016

$10,895 (+3.6%)

$10,172 + $34,828

$45,000

2015

$10,518 (+0.8%)

$8,476 + $32,825

$41,301

2014

$10,432 (+2.5%)

$8,476 + $32,825

$41,301

2013

$10,175 (−8.2%)

$8,476 + $32,825

$41,301

2012

$11,080 (+3.7%)

$9,418 + $39,338

$48,756

2011

$10,685 (+6.5%)

$9,418 + $39,338

$48,756

2010

$10,035 (+18.6%)

$9,418 + $39,338

$48,756

2009

$8,459 (−12.8%)

$9,607 + $46,339

$55,946

2008

$9,699 (+19.8%)

$15,371 + $42,906

$58,277

2007

$8,099

$15,371 + $42,906

$58,277

Tax history for 705 Ridge Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$16,687 (+4.5%)

$20,721 + $53,278

$73,999

2022

$15,963 (+26.7%)

$20,721 + $53,278

$73,999

2021

$12,598 (−4.5%)

$12,056 + $40,781

$52,837

2020

$13,194 (+1.7%)

$12,056 + $40,781

$52,837

2019

$12,968 (+12.4%)

$12,056 + $46,007

$58,063

2018

$11,539 (+2.6%)

$10,172 + $34,828

$45,000

2017

$11,252 (+3.3%)

$10,172 + $34,828

$45,000

2016

$10,895 (+3.6%)

$10,172 + $34,828

$45,000

2015

$10,518 (+0.8%)

$8,476 + $32,825

$41,301

2014

$10,432 (+2.5%)

$8,476 + $32,825

$41,301

2013

$10,175 (−8.2%)

$8,476 + $32,825

$41,301

2012

$11,080 (+3.7%)

$9,418 + $39,338

$48,756

2011

$10,685 (+6.5%)

$9,418 + $39,338

$48,756

2010

$10,035 (+18.6%)

$9,418 + $39,338

$48,756

2009

$8,459 (−12.8%)

$9,607 + $46,339

$55,946

2008

$9,699 (+19.8%)

$15,371 + $42,906

$58,277

2007

$8,099

$15,371 + $42,906

$58,277

*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

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

7,535 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,669

Year built

1904

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Cook County

APN

11193130030000

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

Apr 2, 2025 • Final

Water and sewer - disconnections

Perform repairs on a sewer system.

Plumbing

May 22, 2023 • Active

Roofing

Remove and replace the roof on a garage.

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: 2
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Detached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
Driveway: Concrete

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Soaking Tub
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes

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

Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Walkout
Basement Description: Finished,Crawl,Rec/Family Area,Sleeping Area,Storage Space,Walk-Up Access
Laundry Features: Electric Dryer Hookup, Laundry Closet, Sink

Interior Features
Interior Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, Wood Laminate Floors, Heated Floors, In-Law Arrangement, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Some Window Treatmnt, Drapes/Blinds, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room, Some Insulated Wndws, Some Wall-To-Wall Cp
# of Rooms: 10

Equipment
Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Built-In Oven, Gas Cooktop, Electric Oven, Wall Oven
TV-Cable, Ceiling Fan(s)

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

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Porch, Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens

Building Information
Living Area Source: Estimated
Exterior Building Type: Stucco
Age: 100+ Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 3,210

Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 3 Stories
Lower Sq Ft: 770
Main Sq Ft: 1520
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 3,210
Total Sq Ft: 3,210
Upper Sq Ft: 920
General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
Parcel Number: 11193130030000

Lot Information
Dimensions: 7535
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Lot Features: Fenced Yard, Mature Trees, Sidewalks, Streetlights, Wood Fence

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $12,968
Tax Year: 2019
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Radiator(s)
Cooling: Space Pac

Location

Community Information
Community Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

School Information
Elementary School District: 65
Elementary School: Oakton Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 65
Middle Or Junior School: Chute Middle School
High School District: 202
High School: Evanston Twp High School

Location Information
Township: Evanston
Corporate Limits: Evanston
Directions: Ridge Avenue between Oakton Street and Monroe Street

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,669
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 7,535 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1904
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 11193130030000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 12, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing

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Schools

Oakton Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi

5/10

Chute Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.5mi

8/10

Evanston Twp High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi

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, 14 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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$1.01M – $1.23M

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Home values near 705 Ridge Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
641 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1350 Sq. Ft.	$625,006
631 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1269 Sq. Ft.	$548,224

Address	Redfin Estimate
636 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 4466 Sq. Ft.	$1,317,780
707 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 6 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2501 Sq. Ft.	$957,337

Address	Redfin Estimate
710 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 6 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3046 Sq. Ft.	$585,134
702 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 3 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$843,938

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