Look no further than 116 S Merrill! This 4 bed 2 bath home sits on a 50x150 lot in prime Park Ridge location. Beautifully renovated from top to bottom with spacious living areas, luxurious baths, hardwood floors throughout, and a perfect blend of indoor/outdoor living. First floor features living room, dining room, eat-in kitchen, and a tastefully remodeled full bath. A cozy family room with fireplace leads out to a well manicured back yard and large deck, perfect for entertaining. Second level you will find 4 good sized bedrooms all with custom built-in closets, and a second completely renovated full bath. Finished lower level with enormous rec area, laundry room, and wall to wall closets for even more storage. Updates in the last five years include: new tear off roof, all new windows, new interior doors, all new electrical service, and front and rear landscaping to add to the beauty and curb appeal of this amazing property. Metra, Whole Foods, parks, Field School, and Uptown Park Ridge all within walking distance. Don't let this fantastic opportunity pass you by.
Single-familyProperty Type
1944Year Built
7,649 sq ftLot Size
$414Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Matthew Nee• Northwest Real Estate Group
7 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Barbara Vail
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 116 S Merrill St
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12097162
Sep 18, 2024
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$725,000
$365/sq ft
Sep 16, 2024
Pending
—
Jul 25, 2024
Contingent (Contingent - No Showings)
—
Jul 25, 2024
Listed (Active)
$725,000
$365/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10418275
Aug 20, 2019
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$390,000
$196/sq ft
Jul 2, 2019
Contingent (Contingent (Do Not Show))
—
Jun 24, 2019
Listed (New)
$400,000
$201/sq ft
+12
Bright and spacious 3 bedroom 2 bathroom home. Large kitchen with breakfast area and sliding doors to deck. Spacious family room on first floor also leads to deck. Large bedrooms on 2nd floor. Additional recreation room in partially finished basement with dry bar. Large deck perfect for outdoor gatherings and barbecues. Bonus office off the master bedroom. Perfect for folks looking to do a little work and add value to the home!
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$11,042 (+4.6%)
$13,005 + $30,995
$44,000
2022
$10,553 (−17.7%)
$13,005 + $30,995
$44,000
2021
$12,815 (−3.5%)
$8,032 + $37,434
$45,466
2020
$13,279 (+9.8%)
$8,032 + $37,434
$45,466
2019
$12,096 (+13.0%)
$8,032 + $44,551
$52,583
2018
$10,703 (+0.1%)
$6,885 + $36,698
$43,583
2017
$10,688 (−0.9%)
$6,885 + $36,698
$43,583
2016
$10,784 (+6.1%)
$6,885 + $36,698
$43,583
2015
$10,164 (+1.7%)
$5,737 + $31,716
$37,453
2014
$9,992 (+5.9%)
$5,737 + $31,716
$37,453
2013
$9,435 (−8.3%)
$5,737 + $31,716
$37,453
2012
$10,291 (+2.9%)
$6,693 + $39,661
$46,354
2011
$9,999 (+11.4%)
$6,693 + $39,661
$46,354
2010
$8,974 (+19.2%)
$6,693 + $39,661
$46,354
2009
$7,525 (+8.5%)
$6,120 + $44,658
$50,778
2008
$6,936 (+2.1%)
$9,792 + $47,911
$57,703
2007
$6,796
$9,792 + $47,911
$57,703
Tax history for 116 S Merrill St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$11,042 (+4.6%)
$13,005 + $30,995
$44,000
2022
$10,553 (−17.7%)
$13,005 + $30,995
$44,000
2021
$12,815 (−3.5%)
$8,032 + $37,434
$45,466
2020
$13,279 (+9.8%)
$8,032 + $37,434
$45,466
2019
$12,096 (+13.0%)
$8,032 + $44,551
$52,583
2018
$10,703 (+0.1%)
$6,885 + $36,698
$43,583
2017
$10,688 (−0.9%)
$6,885 + $36,698
$43,583
2016
$10,784 (+6.1%)
$6,885 + $36,698
$43,583
2015
$10,164 (+1.7%)
$5,737 + $31,716
$37,453
2014
$9,992 (+5.9%)
$5,737 + $31,716
$37,453
2013
$9,435 (−8.3%)
$5,737 + $31,716
$37,453
2012
$10,291 (+2.9%)
$6,693 + $39,661
$46,354
2011
$9,999 (+11.4%)
$6,693 + $39,661
$46,354
2010
$8,974 (+19.2%)
$6,693 + $39,661
$46,354
2009
$7,525 (+8.5%)
$6,120 + $44,658
$50,778
2008
$6,936 (+2.1%)
$9,792 + $47,911
$57,703
2007
$6,796
$9,792 + $47,911
$57,703
*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
4
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
7,650 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,988
Year built
1944
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
09361010410000
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 11, 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
Jul 24, 2025 • Active
Single family - swimming pool
Install a temporary circular pop-up swimming pool on top of the grass in a fenced yard.
Pool and hot tub
Jun 14, 2023 • Final
Single family - flatwork (concrete slabs not otherwise catagorized)
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 Garage Spaces: 1
# of Parking (Total): 1
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Detached
Driveway: Brick
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4
Room Information
Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 14 x 8
Room Information
Room Type: Recreation Rm
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 27 x 26
Flooring: Wood Laminate
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 14 x 12
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 13
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 11
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 15 x 14
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 14
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 20 x 10
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 6 x 10
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 18 x 14
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 16 x 15
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Full
Basement Description: Finished
Interior Features
Interior Features: Hardwood Floors, Built-in Features, Separate Dining Room
# of Rooms: 9
Equipment
CO Detectors, Fan-Whole House, Sump Pump
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Family Room
Fireplace Features: Ventless
Exterior
Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Exterior Building Type: Brick
Age: 71-80 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): Yes
Rehab Year: 2019
Parcel Number: 09361010410000
Lot Information
Dimensions: 50X153
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,553
Tax Year: 2022
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Radiator(s)
Cooling: Window/Wall Units - 3+
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Park, Pool, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 64
Elementary School: Eugene Field 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: South of Touhy, North of Northwest Hwy, 116 S Merrill.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,988
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,650 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1944
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 09361010410000
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 11, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: No
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
Places
Transit
Eugene Field Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.8mi
10/10
Emerson Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.3mi
8/10
Maine South High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.8mi
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
6 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Park Ridge, IL • 60068
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67
50
50
39
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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
$783,000 – $948,000
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