A golden opportunity on one of Evanston's coolest streets. .. the quiet two-block long Ridge Court. This 1887 brick Victorian home sits on an absolute magnificent property. The newly fenced lot is huge - approximately 50x189x50x199 (9880 Sq Ft zoned R1) and has a paved alley. Currently a 1600 SF 3 bedroom home with a family room and wood burning fireplace. All 3 floors would offer 2500 square feet of living space. There is so much potential here as the basement offers an opportunity to renovate the living space that used to be an apartment. A perfect opportunity for use as an in-law suite, au pair space, or home office with private entry. Long time owners have provided the following list of upgrades:roof (1997), 200 amp electric (1999), HVAC (2010), hardwired security system, newer gutters, newer stainless appliances, newer storms/screens, new fence, tuck pointing and exterior paint (2018), remodeled second floor bath, and many replacement windows. There are 20 years of amazing plantings and trees on this property and there is a garden shed attached to the house. The older garage is no longer being used for a car. Seller requests house be inspected or any contractor estimates be completed prior to accepting any offer. Schools: Washington/Nichols/ETHS. Only 6 blocks to BOTH commuter trains and the shops and restaurants of the Main/Chicago corridor. Only 6 blocks to the new Crown community center/library. A rare opportunity in an area of much new construction/renovation/and expansion!
Single-familyProperty Type
1888Year Built
9,800 sq ftLot Size
$469Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 spaceParking
Listed by Lisa Gendel• Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Listed by Alan May• Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Seth Captain• Captain Realty LLC
Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10700095
Redfin Estimate
$747,354
$232K since sold in October 2020$5,000 since August
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 8.4% lower than the average sale price ($816K) of 6 comparable homes.
A golden opportunity on one of Evanston's coolest streets. .. the quiet two-block long Ridge Court. This 1887 brick Victorian home sits on an absolute magnificent property. The newly fenced lot is huge - approximately 50x189x50x199 (9880 Sq Ft zoned R1) and has a paved alley. Currently a 1600 SF 3 bedroom home with a family room and wood burning fireplace. All 3 floors would offer 2500 square feet of living space. There is so much potential here as the basement offers an opportunity to renovate the living space that used to be an apartment. A perfect opportunity for use as an in-law suite, au pair space, or home office with private entry. Long time owners have provided the following list of upgrades:roof (1997), 200 amp electric (1999), HVAC (2010), hardwired security system, newer gutters, newer stainless appliances, newer storms/screens, new fence, tuck pointing and exterior paint (2018), remodeled second floor bath, and many replacement windows. There are 20 years of amazing plantings and trees on this property and there is a garden shed attached to the house. The older garage is no longer being used for a car. Seller requests house be inspected or any contractor estimates be completed prior to accepting any offer. Schools: Washington/Nichols/ETHS. Only 6 blocks to BOTH commuter trains and the shops and restaurants of the Main/Chicago corridor. Only 6 blocks to the new Crown community center/library. A rare opportunity in an area of much new construction/renovation/and expansion!
Public Records
Jun 28, 1999
Sold
$319,000
$200/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 8, 1995
Sold
$244,500
$153/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$13,981 (+4.2%)
$21,560 + $35,440
$57,000
2022
$13,412 (−0.4%)
$21,560 + $35,440
$57,000
2021
$13,464 (+1.4%)
$14,210 + $35,851
$50,061
2020
$13,281 (+13.9%)
$14,210 + $35,851
$50,061
2019
$11,665 (+9.8%)
$14,210 + $41,106
$55,316
2018
$10,628 (+2.7%)
$11,760 + $26,525
$38,285
2017
$10,349 (+18.7%)
$11,760 + $26,525
$38,285
2016
$8,716 (−14.2%)
$11,760 + $26,525
$38,285
2015
$10,157 (+14.5%)
$9,555 + $27,797
$37,352
2014
$8,874 (−2.9%)
$9,555 + $27,797
$37,352
2013
$9,136 (+19.4%)
$9,555 + $27,797
$37,352
2012
$7,653 (+3.2%)
$10,535 + $23,913
$34,448
2011
$7,414 (−0.1%)
$10,535 + $23,913
$34,448
2010
$7,422 (−11.7%)
$10,535 + $23,913
$34,448
2009
$8,404 (+9.4%)
$10,780 + $35,265
$46,045
2008
$7,680 (+9.6%)
$17,248 + $30,716
$47,964
2007
$7,007
$17,248 + $30,716
$47,964
Tax history for 919 Ridge Ct
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$13,981 (+4.2%)
$21,560 + $35,440
$57,000
2022
$13,412 (−0.4%)
$21,560 + $35,440
$57,000
2021
$13,464 (+1.4%)
$14,210 + $35,851
$50,061
2020
$13,281 (+13.9%)
$14,210 + $35,851
$50,061
2019
$11,665 (+9.8%)
$14,210 + $41,106
$55,316
2018
$10,628 (+2.7%)
$11,760 + $26,525
$38,285
2017
$10,349 (+18.7%)
$11,760 + $26,525
$38,285
2016
$8,716 (−14.2%)
$11,760 + $26,525
$38,285
2015
$10,157 (+14.5%)
$9,555 + $27,797
$37,352
2014
$8,874 (−2.9%)
$9,555 + $27,797
$37,352
2013
$9,136 (+19.4%)
$9,555 + $27,797
$37,352
2012
$7,653 (+3.2%)
$10,535 + $23,913
$34,448
2011
$7,414 (−0.1%)
$10,535 + $23,913
$34,448
2010
$7,422 (−11.7%)
$10,535 + $23,913
$34,448
2009
$8,404 (+9.4%)
$10,780 + $35,265
$46,045
2008
$7,680 (+9.6%)
$17,248 + $30,716
$47,964
2007
$7,007
$17,248 + $30,716
$47,964
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Zoning and permits
Zoning
Permits
R1
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
Feb 7, 2023 • Final
Remodel - kitchen and/or bath
Remodel a kitchen.
Kitchen
Remodel
Oct 20, 2020 • Active
Roofing
Tear off and replace the roof on a residential building.
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
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Finish: Recreation Room
Basement Type: Partial
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 1
# of 1/2 Baths: 1
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Building Style Type: Bungalow
Exterior Wall: Frame/Masonry
Building Type: Residential
Property Information
Subdivision Name: PITNER SONS
Living Sq. Ft: 1,594
# of Stories: 1.5
Stories Type: 1 1/2
Legal Description: L12 B3 PITNER & SONS ADDT TO SOUTH EVANSTON S19 T41N R14E
Parking & Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Type: Detached Garage
Garage / Carport Type: Detached
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 9,800
Legal Lot Number: 12
Legal Block Number: 3
Acres: 0.225
County Use Description: RESID 1 STORY
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2023
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,594
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 9,800 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1888
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 11191190090000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 12, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Washington Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.3mi
7/10
Nichols Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
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, 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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Historical weather
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$710,000 – $860,000
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