Great opportunity to bring your vision to life with this 4-bedroom, 2-bath home located in a quiet Lansing, Illinois neighborhood. Offering over 1,000 square feet plus a full basement, this property provides a solid foundation for renovation and customization. The home is original and will require some TLC to bring it to life, making it ideal for investors, rehabbers, or buyers looking to build equity. Despite its cosmetic condition, major mechanical updates have already been completed, including a newer furnace, water heater, and roof. A detached 2-car garage adds additional value and functionality. The home is currently livable, allowing flexibility for immediate occupancy while completing renovations. With its functional layout, updated mechanicals, and strong upside potential, this property presents an excellent opportunity to create value and make it your own. Call today for more info or to schedule your private tour.
Single-familyProperty Type
1923Year Built
6,098 sq ftLot Size
$105Price/Sq.Ft.
2 garage spacesParking
Listed by James Samuelson• Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Executive Realty
Bought with Justin Berggren• Coldwell Banker Market Connections
Est. $1,395 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 17858 Ridgewood Ave
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12576614
May 5, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$113,000
$105/sq ft
Apr 9, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Apr 9, 2026
Relisted (Active)
—
Mar 16, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Mar 12, 2026
Relisted (Active)
—
Mar 3, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - No Showings)
—
Feb 24, 2026
Listed (Active)
$139,900
$130/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$1,999 (+219.6%)
$2,656 + $7,443
$10,099
2022
$626 (−12.0%)
$2,343 + $4,776
$7,119
2021
$711 (−21.1%)
$2,343 + $4,776
$7,119
2020
$900 (−14.4%)
$2,343 + $4,776
$7,119
2019
$1,052 (+2.5%)
$2,187 + $5,833
$8,020
2018
$1,026 (−6.5%)
$2,187 + $5,833
$8,020
2017
$1,097 (−39.2%)
$2,187 + $5,833
$8,020
2016
$1,806 (+15.2%)
$2,031 + $5,552
$7,583
2015
$1,567 (−1.6%)
$2,031 + $5,552
$7,583
2014
$1,593 (−41.0%)
$2,031 + $5,552
$7,583
2013
$2,702 (+5.2%)
$2,031 + $6,601
$8,632
2012
$2,569 (−0.7%)
$2,031 + $6,601
$8,632
2011
$2,587 (−14.1%)
$2,031 + $6,601
$8,632
2010
$3,011 (+11.9%)
$2,031 + $9,749
$11,780
2009
$2,690 (+10.2%)
$2,031 + $9,749
$11,780
2008
$2,441 (+1.7%)
$3,249 + $9,151
$12,400
2007
$2,400
$3,000 + $7,808
$10,808
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
2
Baths
1
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,250 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
768
Year built
1923
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
30312020460000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 12, 2026.
R2
Single-Family Residence District
The purpose of the R2 single-family residential district is to provide for, and preserve, single-family detached residential development on lots that are a minimum of 7,150 sq ft in area within the village. The R2 district also provides for limited public and institutional uses compatible with surrounding residential neighborhoods.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Infrastructure
Educational/school
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 6
Parking Features: Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 10
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 10 x 11
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 9 x 11
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 13
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Galley
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 14
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 14
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 17
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
Basement: Unfinished, Full
Basement Sq. Ft.: 740
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 7
Equipment
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Exterior
Building Information
Living Area Source: Landlord/Tenant/Seller
Age: 100+ Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Block
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Wood Siding
Directions: From Torrence Ave and Ridge Rd, head east on Ridge Rd for about 0.3 miles. Turn left (north) onto Ridgewood Ave and continue about 0.1 miles. The property at 17858 Ridgewood Ave will be on the right (east side of the street).
Public facts
Beds: 2
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 768
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,250 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1923
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 30312020460000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 12, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: No
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
Lester Crawl Primary Center
Public PreK-1 • Assigned • 0.5mi
Memorial Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.6mi
4/10
Thornton Fractional South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
7/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 102° expected this year, 15 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
Lansing, IL • 60438
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
92/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
8.8 hrs
5.7 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$173,000 – $209,000
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