Come check out this beautifully updated Cape Cod conveniently located near award winning schools, parks, shops, and the Metra. Sun filled living room with bay window, fireplace, and an open concept layout. Hardwood floors throughout the main level. Primary bedroom with en suite bathroom, immaculate kitchen with stainless appliances and quartz counter tops, new roof installed last year, and large backyard with storage shed. Lower level offers a spacious family room with clean looking luxury vinyl flooring and perma-seal water guard. Large finished storage space on top of the garage. *Agent owned home*
Single-familyProperty Type
1949Year Built
6,499 sq ftLot Size
$282Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Michael Sullivan• @properties Christie�s International Real Estate
Bought with Joseph Kersjes• Mark Allen Realty, LLC
4 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Jeffrey Hosfield
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 1029 Vernon Ave
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11617957
Oct 27, 2022
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$500,000
$222/sq ft
Oct 18, 2022
Pending
—
Sep 10, 2022
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Aug 31, 2022
Listed (Active)
$489,900
$218/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10406737
Aug 2, 2019
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$415,000
$184/sq ft
Jun 24, 2019
Contingent
—
Jun 19, 2019
Relisted (Reactivated)
—
Jun 11, 2019
Contingent
—
Jun 6, 2019
Listed (New)
$400,000
$178/sq ft
+29
It's what you want! "New" construction, Metra, School, Parks and Shops all within walking distance offering SUPERSTAR Extras like Master En Suite, Open Breakfast Bar Kitchen, Double Doors to Grill Station, Finished Basement and Pull Down/Walk Up Giant Finished Storage Area Above garage. Over 9 ft to the South allows for Side Drive and 2+Car Addition. Agent Owned. View Our 3D Virtual Tour!
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10107752
Jan 4, 2019
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$237,000
$105/sq ft
Dec 3, 2018
Contingent
—
Nov 30, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Nov 21, 2018
Price Changed
$260,000
$116/sq ft
Nov 16, 2018
Relisted (Reactivated)
—
Nov 7, 2018
Contingent
—
Oct 10, 2018
Listed (New)
$275,000
$122/sq ft
+16
Cute as a button needs a handy person to restore and/or expand this cape cod with terrific curb appeal in a wonderful location. The bedroom on the 2nd floor is adjacent to an unfinished attic that could easily become a master bath, W. I. C. or just extra space in the master! Walk to school, public transportation, shops and restaurants. Hot water tank, 50 gallon 3 years new, Furance 5 years new, Roof 8-10 years, 200 Amp service, New A/C Building being sold as-is.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10022332
Dec 3, 2018
Contingent
—
Nov 30, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Sep 27, 2018
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10022339
Sep 27, 2018
Contingent
—
Sep 24, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Jul 19, 2018
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09984833
Jul 18, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Jun 21, 2018
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09984846
Jun 21, 2018
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09934732
Jun 14, 2018
Listing Removed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09934592
Jun 14, 2018
Listing Removed
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$9,688 (+4.7%)
$10,075 + $28,925
$39,000
2022
$9,255 (+9.4%)
$8,450 + $30,559
$39,009
2021
$8,456 (+3.3%)
$6,012 + $25,122
$31,134
2020
$8,187 (−9.2%)
$6,012 + $25,122
$31,134
2019
$9,016 (+10.1%)
$6,012 + $28,582
$34,594
2018
$8,187 (+27.5%)
$5,200 + $23,408
$28,608
2017
$6,421 (−3.8%)
$5,200 + $23,408
$28,608
2016
$6,675 (−1.5%)
$5,200 + $23,408
$28,608
2015
$6,777 (+1.6%)
$4,550 + $21,923
$26,473
2014
$6,672 (+6.1%)
$4,550 + $21,923
$26,473
2013
$6,290 (−2.1%)
$4,550 + $21,923
$26,473
2012
$6,427 (+1.6%)
$5,362 + $25,194
$30,556
2011
$6,324 (+15.1%)
$5,362 + $25,194
$30,556
2010
$5,493 (−8.3%)
$5,362 + $25,194
$30,556
2009
$5,992 (+7.4%)
$5,525 + $28,399
$33,924
2008
$5,578 (+10.8%)
$8,840 + $29,712
$38,552
2007
$5,034
$8,840 + $29,712
$38,552
Tax history for 1029 Vernon Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$9,688 (+4.7%)
$10,075 + $28,925
$39,000
2022
$9,255 (+9.4%)
$8,450 + $30,559
$39,009
2021
$8,456 (+3.3%)
$6,012 + $25,122
$31,134
2020
$8,187 (−9.2%)
$6,012 + $25,122
$31,134
2019
$9,016 (+10.1%)
$6,012 + $28,582
$34,594
2018
$8,187 (+27.5%)
$5,200 + $23,408
$28,608
2017
$6,421 (−3.8%)
$5,200 + $23,408
$28,608
2016
$6,675 (−1.5%)
$5,200 + $23,408
$28,608
2015
$6,777 (+1.6%)
$4,550 + $21,923
$26,473
2014
$6,672 (+6.1%)
$4,550 + $21,923
$26,473
2013
$6,290 (−2.1%)
$4,550 + $21,923
$26,473
2012
$6,427 (+1.6%)
$5,362 + $25,194
$30,556
2011
$6,324 (+15.1%)
$5,362 + $25,194
$30,556
2010
$5,493 (−8.3%)
$5,362 + $25,194
$30,556
2009
$5,992 (+7.4%)
$5,525 + $28,399
$33,924
2008
$5,578 (+10.8%)
$8,840 + $29,712
$38,552
2007
$5,034
$8,840 + $29,712
$38,552
*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
3
Baths
1
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,500 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,253
Year built
1948
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
09224100050000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 15, 2026.
R-2
Single-Family Residential District
The R-2 Single-Family Residential District is intended to create a low density environment of single-family homes in areas clearly distinguishable as residential neighborhoods, located upon sites comparable in dimensions to the typical lot size for single-family housing within the community. Limited non-residential uses that are compatible with surrounding residential neighborhoods may be permitted.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Oct 28, 2020 • Final
Single family - flood control - stormwater
Grading
Feb 13, 2020 • Final
Misc - flood control - stormwater
Install a drain tile system and a sump pump.
Grading
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: 1
# of Garage Spaces: 1
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Attached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
Driveway: Concrete,Side Drive
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3
Room Information
Room Type: Foyer
Level: Main
Dimensions: 5 x 4
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 17 x 11
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Storage
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 16 x 13
Room Information
Room Type: Deck
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 4
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 14
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 8
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 10
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 22 x 21
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Island
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 10
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 8 x 6
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Ceramic Tile
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 19 x 13
Window Treatments: Bay Window(s)
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 19 x 14
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Carpet
Bath: Full
Additional Rooms Information
Attic: Finished,Pull Down Stair
Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
Basement: Full
Basement Description: Finished
Basement Sq. Ft.: 800
Laundry Features: Sink
Interior Features
Interior Features: Hardwood Floors
# of Rooms: 7
Equipment
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
Humidifier, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Living Room
Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Storms/Screens
Building Information
Living Area Source: Estimated
Below Grade Finished Area: 800
Exterior Building Type: Brick,Shakes
Age: 71-80 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 2,250
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Main Sq Ft: 1150
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): Yes
Rehab Year: 2019
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 2,250
Total Sq Ft: 1,450
Upper Sq Ft: 300
General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
Parcel Number: 09224100050000
Lot Information
Dimensions: 50 X 131
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Lot Features: Fenced Yard
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,187
Tax Year: 2020
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public
Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer-Storm
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Other
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Paved
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 64
Elementary School: Franklin Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 64
Middle Or Junior School: Emerson Middle School
High School District: 207
High School: Maine South High School
Location Information
Township: Maine
Corporate Limits: Park Ridge
Directions: Northwest Hwy north on Vernon to 1029
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,253
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 6,500 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1948
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 09224100050000
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 15, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing, Negotiable
Around this home
Schools
Franklin Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
10/10
Emerson Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi
8/10
Maine East High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.8mi
10/10
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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
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
3/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 99° 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, 7 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Park Ridge, IL • 60068
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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
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Estimated sale price
$604,000 – $731,000
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