Off Market Sep 2024 for $1.1M

$1,441,585

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $7,663/mo

•

3,848

sq ft

930 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 60202

About this home

This gorgeous Queen Anne Victorian residence, circa 1880, is situated in the Ridge Historic District in close proximity to downtown Evanston, Main Street shopping, schools and both the CTA and Metra trains for easy commuting. It is a blend of both modern amenities and original details including quarter-sawn oak flooring, crown molding, 9 foot ceilings, stained glass windows, vintage hardware and light fixtures and a wrap around front porch. The first floor features a grand entrance foyer with a carved staircase, double parlor living room with three stained glass transom windows in addition to large picture windows; separate dining room with buffet nook and china closet and a renovated (2019) kitchen with modern appliances including a five burner Bertazzoni stove/oven, oversized central island, farmhouse sink, butler's pantry, heated floor and mudroom. The second floor offers a primary bedroom featuring a private bath with soaking tub and an adjoining dressing room offering additional closet and storage space, or conversion back to a second bedroom; two additional hall bedrooms with a second full bathroom, and a home office. The expansive finished third floor is ideal for a family room, play room, teenager suite or work space. It features vaulted ceilings, separate heat/AC and a full bath. There are three finished rooms in the basement plus a full bath - laundry room, play room, and recreation room in addition to utility/storage room. Enjoy spending outdoor time in the wide lot (78 x 175) featuring a patio, gardens, play space, front yard native perennial gardens (no pesticides used), wrap around porch, a two car garage wired for EV charger and two extra car parking spaces off the alley. Recent improvements: fresh interior painting, updated electrical, new sewer line, new ejector pump, new hot water heater, new Mitsubishi split system on third floor, replaced/repaired exterior portions of porch and trim, entire exterior of home painted, newer roof, new fence, and more! Enjoy touring this lovely Evanston Landmark home! Continue to show during contingency.

Single-familyProperty Type

1880Year Built

0.31 acresLot Size

$375Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 garage spacesParking

Listed by Geoff Brown • Baird & Warner

Listed by Sandra Brown • Baird & Warner

Bought with Jennifer Romolo • @properties Christie's International Real Estate

Redfin checked: 2 minutes ago

•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12006937

Redfin Estimate

$1,441,585

$269K since sold in September 2024$85K since August

Recently sold homes
Estimate history
Homes for sale

This home's estimate is 20.3% higher than the average sale price ($1.20M) of 3 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$1,629,000
A
5 beds3.5 baths3,266 sq ft
1235 Maple Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
SOLD APR 20, 2026
$1,100,000
B
5 beds3.5 baths3,635 sq ft
1215 Washington St, Evanston, IL 60202
SOLD MAY 15, 2026
$865,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths2,447 sq ft
1003 Wesley Ave, Evanston, IL 60202

Claim this home to receive a free report every month with insights on the changing estimate.

Earn from this home

Sell

$468,051

Est. take-home

List your home with Redfin and save $7,208

Refinance

Est. cash available

Get cash now or lower your monthly rate

Rent

$2,624/mo

Redfin rental estimate

List your home for rent

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

New listings for sale

OPEN SUN, 2PM TO 4PM
$350,000
2 beds1 bath1,133 sq ft
814 Michigan Ave Unit 2E, Evanston, IL 60202
OPEN SAT, 11AM TO 1PM
$499,900
4 beds2 baths1,900 sq ft
2416 Nathaniel Pl, Evanston, IL 60202
OPEN SUN, 11AM TO 1PM
$469,000
2 beds2 baths1,200 sq ft
946 Michigan Ave Unit 3C, Evanston, IL 60202
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
2 beds2 baths1,500 sq ft
1114 Main St Unit 1W, Evanston, IL 60202
OPEN SAT, 1PM TO 3PM
$960,000
5 beds4 baths3,000 sq ft
415 Ashland Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
OPEN SUN, 11AM TO 1PM
$412,900
2 beds1.5 baths1,600 sq ft
1101 Dodge Ave #204, Evanston, IL 60202
REDFIN OPEN SUN, 12PM TO 2PM
$339,900
2 beds1 bath1,140 sq ft
738 Dodge Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
$149,900
2 beds1 bath800 sq ft
808 Oakton St #1, Evanston, IL 60202
OPEN SAT, 12PM TO 2PM
$615,000
3 beds1.5 baths— sq ft
1615 Dobson St, Evanston, IL 60202
See all

Provided by Redfin

Sale history for 930 Ridge Ave

Date

Event

Price

Public Records

Oct 11, 2024

Sold

$1,173,000

$305/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12006937

Sep 12, 2024

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

$1,172,808

$305/sq ft

Jul 10, 2024

Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)

—

Jul 1, 2024

Listed (Active)

$1,149,000

$299/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11006358

Jul 23, 2021

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

$910,000

$236/sq ft

Jul 14, 2021

Pending

—

Jun 30, 2021

Pending

—

Jun 17, 2021

Pending (Contingent)

—

Jun 10, 2021

Relisted (Reactivated)

—

Jun 6, 2021

Pending (Contingent)

—

May 31, 2021

Listed (New)

$899,999

$234/sq ft

+65

Situated along the historic Ridge Historic District in Evanston, this gorgeous Victorian home is the perfect mix of vintage charm and modern day conveniences. Every inch is oozing with original details and character including hardwood floors, light fixtures, hardware and beautiful wrap around porches. This home is large with many flexible spaces to accommodate working from home, e-learning and extended family. The first floor features a grand foyer with a beautiful hand carved staircase, large family room/living room, separate dining room and the new kitchen. The kitchen was gutted in 2019 and features high-end appliances, oversized island, heated floors and storage galore. 4 bdrms on the second floor with large master suite and dressing room. The expansive third floor has a full bathroom and is plumbed should you want to add a kitchenette, it's the perfect space to work from home or set-up as an apartment! The basement is finished, has heated floors, nice light and is flexible space for playroom, office, studio etc. The home is in great condition with opportunities to customize further should the next owner desire. Extra large lot, gorgeous landscaping, brand new roof and fence. 2 car detached garage, walk to the metra, CTA and all downtown Evanston has to offer!

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08925808

Sep 1, 2015

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$780,000

$203/sq ft

Jun 18, 2015

Contingent

—

May 18, 2015

Listed (New)

$799,000

$208/sq ft

+20

Pretty Victorian filled w/charm & grace yet well maintained & updated w/ todays conveniences. Newer windows! Pretty front hall opens to double parlor, sep dining room & huge kitchen w/center butcher block island. 2nd flr has 4BRs & den (master cur occ 2BR spaces). 3rd flr is a huge open space that could be new master, 5th BR, or fam room. Fin base w/ heated flrs. Gorgeous backyard, near Metra, el, Main st. shops

Public Records

Dec 4, 1997

Sold

$388,000

$101/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 13, 1995

Sold

$330,000

$86/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 5, 1981

Sold

$214,000

$56/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$36 (−99.8%)

$30,223 + $58,776

$88,999

2022

$19,493 (+2.5%)

$30,223 + $58,776

$88,999

2021

$19,019 (−13.4%)

$19,920 + $56,791

$76,711

2020

$21,953 (+1.1%)

$19,920 + $65,933

$85,853

2019

$21,704 (+4.8%)

$19,920 + $74,946

$94,866

2018

$20,709 (+2.6%)

$16,485 + $61,548

$78,033

2017

$20,181 (+4.2%)

$16,485 + $61,548

$78,033

2016

$19,362 (+19.2%)

$16,485 + $61,548

$78,033

2015

$16,247 (+0.9%)

$13,394 + $48,976

$62,370

2014

$16,107 (+2.5%)

$13,394 + $48,976

$62,370

2013

$15,719 (+10.0%)

$13,394 + $48,976

$62,370

2012

$14,294 (+3.9%)

$14,768 + $47,406

$62,174

2011

$13,752 (+0.2%)

$14,768 + $47,406

$62,174

2010

$13,729 (−22.6%)

$14,768 + $47,406

$62,174

2009

$17,727 (+5.8%)

$15,111 + $75,432

$90,543

2008

$16,754 (+7.4%)

$24,178 + $70,139

$94,317

2007

$15,593

$24,178 + $70,139

$94,317

Tax history for 930 Ridge Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$36 (−99.8%)

$30,223 + $58,776

$88,999

2022

$19,493 (+2.5%)

$30,223 + $58,776

$88,999

2021

$19,019 (−13.4%)

$19,920 + $56,791

$76,711

2020

$21,953 (+1.1%)

$19,920 + $65,933

$85,853

2019

$21,704 (+4.8%)

$19,920 + $74,946

$94,866

2018

$20,709 (+2.6%)

$16,485 + $61,548

$78,033

2017

$20,181 (+4.2%)

$16,485 + $61,548

$78,033

2016

$19,362 (+19.2%)

$16,485 + $61,548

$78,033

2015

$16,247 (+0.9%)

$13,394 + $48,976

$62,370

2014

$16,107 (+2.5%)

$13,394 + $48,976

$62,370

2013

$15,719 (+10.0%)

$13,394 + $48,976

$62,370

2012

$14,294 (+3.9%)

$14,768 + $47,406

$62,174

2011

$13,752 (+0.2%)

$14,768 + $47,406

$62,174

2010

$13,729 (−22.6%)

$14,768 + $47,406

$62,174

2009

$17,727 (+5.8%)

$15,111 + $75,432

$90,543

2008

$16,754 (+7.4%)

$24,178 + $70,139

$94,317

2007

$15,593

$24,178 + $70,139

$94,317

*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

13,430

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

3,848

Year built

1880

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Cook County

APN

11191190190000

Parking Spaces

Basement

Yes

Accessible

HOA Dues

—

Garage

Yes

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 18, 2024.

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

Sep 23, 2025 • Final

Plumbing only

Replace the lead water service line from the buffalo box into the house as part of a lead abatement program.

Plumbing

Apr 28, 2025 • Active

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

Remodel a bathroom on the second floor.

Bathroom

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 Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 4
Parking On-Site: Yes
Parking Features: Off Alley
Parking: Garage,Space/s
Parking Ownership: Owned
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Detached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
Driveway: Off Alley

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 5
# of Bedrooms Possible: 5

Room Information
Room Type: Office
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Recreation Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 31 x 15
Flooring: Ceramic Tile

Room Information
Room Type: Play Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 16 x 16
Flooring: Ceramic Tile

Room Information
Room Type: Foyer
Level: Main
Dimensions: 15 x 18
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Mud Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 7 x 4

Room Information
Room Type: Pantry
Level: Main
Dimensions: 6 x 6

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 5
Level: Second
Dimensions: 18 x 17

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 19 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 18 x 17
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 9 x 9
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 15 x 14
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Third
Dimensions: 35 x 50
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Island,Pantry-Walk-in
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 19
Flooring: Ceramic Tile

Room Information
Room Type: Laundry

Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 33 x 18
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 15 x 16
Flooring: Hardwood
Bath: Full

Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Full
Basement Description: Partially Finished,Exterior Access
Basement Sq. Ft.: 1,331

Interior Features
Interior Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, Built-in Features, Historic/Period Mlwk
# of Rooms: 12

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

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

Exterior

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

Building Information
Living Area Source: Plans
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,331
Exterior Building Type: Frame
Age: 100+ Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Stone
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 5,179

Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 3 Stories
Main Sq Ft: 1385
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 5,179
Total Sq Ft: 3,848
Upper Sq Ft: 2463
General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
Parcel Number: 11191190190000

Lot Information
Dimensions: 79 X 170
Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
Lot Features: Landscaped

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $36
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner,Senior,Disabled Vet

Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Electric: Circuit Breakers

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Community Information
Community Features: Park, Curbs, 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: West side of Ridge Avenue, between Main and Lee Streets. Easy parking on Lee or behind the house off the alley next to the garage.

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 4.5
Sq. Ft.: 3,848
Stories: 2.0
Parking Spaces: 4
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 0.31 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1880
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 11191190190000
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: —

Home facts updated by owner on Oct 18, 2024

Other

Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No

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

Provided by GreatSchools

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, 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

Provided by First Street

Historical weather

Evanston, IL • 60202

Average low and high temperatures (°F)

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Sun exposure

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.

10.3 hrs

3.3 hrs

JuneDecember

Provided by Shadowmap

Estimated sale price

$1.37M – $1.66M

Reach more buyers when you sell with Redfin. Save up to $14,416 in fees. 3 minutes to get started.

Need the cash from your home fast? Sell to .

Nearby similar homes

OPEN SAT, 11AM TO 1PM

$499,900

4 beds2 baths1,900 sq ft

2416 Nathaniel Pl, Evanston, IL 60202

$539,000

4 beds2 baths2,877 sq ft

1420 W Jarvis Ave, Chicago, IL 60626

$469,900

5 beds2.5 baths1,898 sq ft

1910 Dewey Ave, Evanston, IL 60201

$1,799,000

5 beds4 baths5,295 sq ft

1735 Asbury Ave, Evanston, IL 60201

$399,000

3 beds1 bath1,054 sq ft

515 Asbury Ave, Evanston, IL 60202

3D WALKTHROUGH

$550,000

3 beds2 baths— sq ft

2016 Main St, Evanston, IL 60202

New listings for sale in 60202

OPEN SUN, 2PM TO 4PM

$350,000

2 beds1 bath1,133 sq ft

814 Michigan Ave Unit 2E, Evanston, IL 60202

OPEN SAT, 11AM TO 1PM

$499,900

4 beds2 baths1,900 sq ft

2416 Nathaniel Pl, Evanston, IL 60202

OPEN SUN, 11AM TO 1PM

$469,000

2 beds2 baths1,200 sq ft

946 Michigan Ave Unit 3C, Evanston, IL 60202

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 2:30PM3D WALKTHROUGH

$449,900

2 beds2 baths1,500 sq ft

1114 Main St Unit 1W, Evanston, IL 60202

OPEN SAT, 1PM TO 3PM

$960,000

5 beds4 baths3,000 sq ft

415 Ashland Ave, Evanston, IL 60202

OPEN SUN, 11AM TO 1PM

$412,900

2 beds1.5 baths1,600 sq ft

1101 Dodge Ave #204, Evanston, IL 60202

REDFIN OPEN SUN, 12PM TO 2PM3D WALKTHROUGH

$339,900

2 beds1 bath1,140 sq ft

738 Dodge Ave, Evanston, IL 60202

$149,900

2 beds1 bath800 sq ft

808 Oakton St #1, Evanston, IL 60202

Home values near 930 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
937 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1500 Sq. Ft.	$724,400

Address	Redfin Estimate
910 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 4 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 4200 Sq. Ft.	—
933 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1066 Sq. Ft.	$564,357

Address	Redfin Estimate
947 Ridge Ct, Evanston, IL 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 1894 Sq. Ft.	$607,696
941 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1470 Sq. Ft.	$614,411

Property information provided by MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid when last listed in 2024. This data may not show owner updates. Learn more.

Download the Redfin App on the Apple App Store

Download the Redfin App from the Google Play Store

Join us

Become an Agent

Get referrals

Careers

Find homes faster

About us

Find us

Subsidiaries

Affiliated Business

Countries

United States

Canada

Updated September 2025: By searching, you agree to the Terms of Use, and Privacy Policy.

Do not sell or share my personal information.

REDFIN and all REDFIN variants, WALK SCORE, and the R logos, are trademarks of Redfin Corporation, registered or pending in the USPTO.

California DRE #01521930

Redfin is licensed to do business in New York as Redfin Real Estate. NY Standard Operating Procedures

New Mexico Real Estate Licenses

TREC: Info About Brokerage Services, Consumer Protection Notice

All mortgage lending products and information are provided by Rocket Mortgage, LLC | NMLS #3030; www.NMLSConsumerAccess.org. Licensed in 50 states. This site is not authorized by the New York State Department of Financial Services for mortgage solicitation or loan applications activities related to properties located in the State of New York.

Redfin Corporation is an affiliated business of Rocket Limited Partnership. Each company, and their subsidiaries, are separate legal entities operated and managed through its own management and governance structures.

If you are using a screen reader, or having trouble reading this website, please call Redfin Customer Support for help at 1-844-759-7732.

REDFIN IS COMMITTED TO AND ABIDES BY THE FAIR HOUSING ACT AND EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ACT. READ REDFIN'S FAIR HOUSING POLICY AND THE NEW YORK STATE FAIR HOUSING NOTICE.

GreatSchools Ratings provided by GreatSchools.org.

60202 homes for sale
60091 homes for sale
60076 homes for sale
60077 homes for sale
60201 homes for sale

Houses for rent in Evanston	Agents near me	Glenview, IL homes for sale	Evanston Housing Market
Houses for sale near me	Chicago, IL homes for sale	Evanston, IL homes for sale
Land for sale near me	Naperville, IL homes for sale	Oak Park, IL homes for sale
Open Houses near me	Schaumburg, IL homes for sale	Evanston Property Records
Condos for sale near me	Arlington Heights, IL homes for sale	IL New Listings

Arlington Heights homes for sale
Glenview homes for sale
Chicago homes for sale

About this home

Redfin Estimate

Earn from this home

Market trends in 60202, IL

Sale history for 930 Ridge Ave

Tax history for 930 Ridge Ave

Public record

Property details

Around this home

Schools

Lifestyle

Climate risks

Historical weather

Sun exposure

Nearby similar homes

New listings for sale in 60202

Home values near 930 Ridge Ave

More real estate resources