This well-kept 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,100 sq ft of light-filled living space, plus a full finished basement with endless potential. You're welcomed by a spacious living room with oversized windows that pour in natural light. The upper level features hardwood floors throughout, ceiling fans in each bedroom, and ample closet space. The shared main bath includes a large tub with tile shower and built-in shelving. The updated kitchen boasts custom cabinetry, modern appliances, a gas cooktop with oven range, and a bright window view overlooking the front yard. A designated dining space sits just off the kitchen-ideal for casual meals or morning coffee. The fully finished basement includes a second full bathroom and an egress window, offering the flexibility to create a fourth bedroom, rec room, or extended living space. There's also a large open area perfect for a workshop, gym, or home studio, along with a mechanical room that provides additional storage or tool space. Outside, enjoy a vinyl exterior, private driveway, 1-car garage, and a peaceful backyard setting in a well-established neighborhood. Located in Lansing, part of the Chicago Metropolitan Area, this community offers small-town charm with proximity to parks, schools, shopping, and the Indiana border. A perfect blend of suburban comfort and city convenience.
Great House! Very Spacious / A pleasure to Show! Hardwood Floors/Updated Ktichen and Baths. / Updated Electric/ Finished Basement with new floor and bath/ Ready to move in. Call Today!!
Public Records
Feb 23, 2004
Sold
$122,500
$113/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$4,306 (+4.7%)
$2,890 + $6,010
$8,900
2022
$4,114 (+2.8%)
$2,550 + $3,780
$6,330
2021
$4,002 (−21.7%)
$2,550 + $3,780
$6,330
2020
$5,108 (+5.8%)
$2,550 + $6,156
$8,706
2019
$4,829 (+1.9%)
$2,380 + $6,102
$8,482
2018
$4,739 (+32.0%)
$2,380 + $6,102
$8,482
2017
$3,591 (+4.0%)
$2,380 + $7,360
$9,740
2016
$3,454 (+9.8%)
$2,210 + $6,603
$8,813
2015
$3,144 (+0.5%)
$2,210 + $6,603
$8,813
2014
$3,128 (−11.9%)
$2,210 + $6,603
$8,813
2013
$3,549 (+5.7%)
$2,210 + $8,303
$10,513
2012
$3,356 (+1.0%)
$2,210 + $8,303
$10,513
2011
$3,323 (−15.0%)
$2,210 + $8,303
$10,513
2010
$3,911 (+11.9%)
$2,210 + $11,284
$13,494
2009
$3,493 (+10.2%)
$2,210 + $11,284
$13,494
2008
$3,170 (+1.7%)
$3,536 + $10,670
$14,206
2007
$3,117
$3,536 + $9,227
$12,763
Tax history for 18429 Ridgewood Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$4,306 (+4.7%)
$2,890 + $6,010
$8,900
2022
$4,114 (+2.8%)
$2,550 + $3,780
$6,330
2021
$4,002 (−21.7%)
$2,550 + $3,780
$6,330
2020
$5,108 (+5.8%)
$2,550 + $6,156
$8,706
2019
$4,829 (+1.9%)
$2,380 + $6,102
$8,482
2018
$4,739 (+32.0%)
$2,380 + $6,102
$8,482
2017
$3,591 (+4.0%)
$2,380 + $7,360
$9,740
2016
$3,454 (+9.8%)
$2,210 + $6,603
$8,813
2015
$3,144 (+0.5%)
$2,210 + $6,603
$8,813
2014
$3,128 (−11.9%)
$2,210 + $6,603
$8,813
2013
$3,549 (+5.7%)
$2,210 + $8,303
$10,513
2012
$3,356 (+1.0%)
$2,210 + $8,303
$10,513
2011
$3,323 (−15.0%)
$2,210 + $8,303
$10,513
2010
$3,911 (+11.9%)
$2,210 + $11,284
$13,494
2009
$3,493 (+10.2%)
$2,210 + $11,284
$13,494
2008
$3,170 (+1.7%)
$3,536 + $10,670
$14,206
2007
$3,117
$3,536 + $9,227
$12,763
*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
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,800 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,080
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
30314190280000
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: 1.5
# of Parking (Total): 1.5
Parking Features: Detached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 12
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 12
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 18 x 24
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Table Space
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 19
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 11 x 16
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 17
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 13
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Basement: Finished, Full
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 6
Exterior
Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Age: 61-70 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1 Story
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Parcel Number: 30314190280000
Lot Information
Dimensions: 6800
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $4,306
Tax Year: 2023
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
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 158
Middle Or Junior School District: 158
High School District: 215
Location Information
Township: Thornton
Corporate Limits: Lansing
Directions: Ridge Road East of Torrence/ to Ridgewood/ South to home
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,080
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,800 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 30314190280000
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 • 0.3mi
Memorial Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi
4/10
Thornton Fractional South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.2mi
7/10
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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
3/10 Fire Factor
0.31% 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
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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
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Estimated sale price
$241,000 – $292,000
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