OFF MARKET

Off Market Oct 2021 for $470K

$625,931

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,474/mo

•

1,302

sq ft

222 N Chester Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068

About this home

This home offers an open concept living style on the first floor. Beautiful picture windows flood the living area with light. Gleaming hardwood floors throughout the first and second floors. Fabulous updated kitchen, SS appliances, quartz countertops and breakfast bar. There are three spacious bedrooms (two can accommodate a king bed) on the second floor with professionally installed closet organizers. A good size hall bath services the second floor. The lower level offers an oversized family room complete with a full bath/shower and laundry room with exterior access. There is also a huge crawl for storage. Numerous improvements:2010-2014: Lower level rec-room refinished, lower level bath remodeled. Roof, siding and gutters replaced. Closet organizers added. 2015: Furnace, A/C and windows replaced. Interior doors replaced. "Ever Ready" flood control system added with transferable warranty also crawlspace cracks waterproofed. 2017-2021:Kitchen remodeled, replaced tile in foyer with hardwood and refinished hardwood floors on the first floor. Recessed lighting, new light fixtures were added. Baseboards were replaced and popcorn ceiling was removed on first floor. Entire home was repainted. Black-top drive was repaired and seal coated. A large pine tree was removed in the front yard and landscaped. This home is a few blocks from the train, uptown, shops and restaurants. A wonderful home waiting for a new owner!

Single-familyProperty Type

1969Year Built

6,250 sq ftLot Size

$481Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Lisa Shewfelt • @properties Christie�s International Real Estate

Bought with Michael Stangel • Coldwell Banker Realty

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11165019

Redfin Estimate

$625,931

$156K since sold in October 2021$7,000 since August

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This home's estimate is 21.6% higher than the average sale price ($515K) of 5 comparable homes.

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$505,000
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B
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SOLD AUG 28, 2026
$435,000
C
3 beds1.5 baths1,358 sq ft
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SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$565,000
D
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E
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Market trends in 60068, IL

Last updated August 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.1%

0.4% MoM

Median sale price

$665K

$15K MoM

Avg. days on market

45d

5 days MoM

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149

8 MoM

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Sale history for 222 N Chester Ave

Date

Event

Price

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11165019

Oct 8, 2021

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

$470,000

$361/sq ft

Sep 3, 2021

Pending

—

Aug 16, 2021

Pending (Active Under Contract)

—

Aug 10, 2021

Relisted (Active)

—

Jul 30, 2021

Pending (Active Under Contract)

—

Jul 22, 2021

Listed (Active)

$475,000

$365/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09398419

Feb 24, 2017

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$388,500

$298/sq ft

Jan 21, 2017

Contingent

—

Jan 16, 2017

Price Changed

$407,400

$313/sq ft

Dec 11, 2016

Price Changed

$407,900

$313/sq ft

Dec 2, 2016

Listed (New)

$409,000

$314/sq ft

Located close to Uptown Park Ridge, on a quiet cul-de-sac street. Easy access to schools, shopping, dining, Metra and highway. Meticulously maintained bi-level home. Basement was recently finished, along with newer bathroom, roof, siding, gutters, HW floors, appliances and professionally installed closet organizers. Unique kitchen design opens up into the expansive living and dining areas. Bonus: New Furnace, AC and Windows installed in the last 2 years!

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08538174

Apr 3, 2014

Listing Removed

—

Apr 3, 2014

Price Changed (Price Change)

Feb 16, 2014

Listed (New)

Public Records

Jul 1, 2008

Sold

$375,000

$288/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06507744

Jun 17, 2008

Listing Removed

—

Jun 17, 2008

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$375,000

$288/sq ft

Jun 17, 2008

Contingent

—

May 8, 2007

Listed

$395,000

$303/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06350558

May 8, 2007

Listing Removed

—

Nov 30, 2006

Listed

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$11,042 (+4.6%)

$9,688 + $36,313

$46,001

2022

$10,553 (+4.7%)

$8,125 + $35,875

$44,000

2021

$10,077 (+4.1%)

$5,312 + $27,819

$33,131

2020

$9,677 (+0.9%)

$5,312 + $27,819

$33,131

2019

$9,595 (+4.6%)

$5,312 + $31,501

$36,813

2018

$9,175 (+12.2%)

$4,687 + $27,373

$32,060

2017

$8,174 (+0.8%)

$4,687 + $27,373

$32,060

2016

$8,111 (+13.2%)

$4,687 + $27,373

$32,060

2015

$7,168 (+1.8%)

$4,062 + $21,803

$25,865

2014

$7,043 (+1.4%)

$4,062 + $21,803

$25,865

2013

$6,946 (−9.8%)

$4,062 + $22,822

$26,884

2012

$7,704 (+3.6%)

$4,843 + $29,152

$33,995

2011

$7,437 (+0.7%)

$4,843 + $29,152

$33,995

2010

$7,388 (−8.3%)

$4,843 + $29,152

$33,995

2009

$8,060 (−3.8%)

$5,000 + $34,433

$39,433

2008

$8,381 (+40.3%)

$8,000 + $36,811

$44,811

2007

$5,973

$8,000 + $36,811

$44,811

Tax history for 222 N Chester Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$11,042 (+4.6%)

$9,688 + $36,313

$46,001

2022

$10,553 (+4.7%)

$8,125 + $35,875

$44,000

2021

$10,077 (+4.1%)

$5,312 + $27,819

$33,131

2020

$9,677 (+0.9%)

$5,312 + $27,819

$33,131

2019

$9,595 (+4.6%)

$5,312 + $31,501

$36,813

2018

$9,175 (+12.2%)

$4,687 + $27,373

$32,060

2017

$8,174 (+0.8%)

$4,687 + $27,373

$32,060

2016

$8,111 (+13.2%)

$4,687 + $27,373

$32,060

2015

$7,168 (+1.8%)

$4,062 + $21,803

$25,865

2014

$7,043 (+1.4%)

$4,062 + $21,803

$25,865

2013

$6,946 (−9.8%)

$4,062 + $22,822

$26,884

2012

$7,704 (+3.6%)

$4,843 + $29,152

$33,995

2011

$7,437 (+0.7%)

$4,843 + $29,152

$33,995

2010

$7,388 (−8.3%)

$4,843 + $29,152

$33,995

2009

$8,060 (−3.8%)

$5,000 + $34,433

$39,433

2008

$8,381 (+40.3%)

$8,000 + $36,811

$44,811

2007

$5,973

$8,000 + $36,811

$44,811

*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

Stories

—

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6,250 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,302

Year built

1968

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Cook County

APN

09263130500000

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

Aug 18, 2023 • Final

Garage - new

Demolish, frame, and build a detached garage with a new concrete slab and apron. Construct a sidewalk along the side of the garage.

New construction

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): 2
Parking Features: Asphalt, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, 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: Second
Dimensions: 14 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12 x 10
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4

Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 10
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Lower
Dimensions: 26 x 16
Flooring: Ceramic Tile

Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Island,Updated Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 13
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Lower
Dimensions: 13 x 11
Flooring: Ceramic Tile

Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 24 x 13
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 17 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood
Bath: None

Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: L-shaped
Basement: Finished, Crawl Space, Exterior Entry, Rec/Family Area, Walk-Out Access
Laundry Features: Sink

Interior Features
Interior Features: Open Floorplan
# of Rooms: 7
Window Features: Screens
Flooring: Hardwood

Equipment
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Humidifier
Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump

Exterior

Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio

Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Age: 51-60 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, Brick
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 2,004

Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: Split Level
Lower Sq Ft: 702
Main Sq Ft: 651
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 2,004
Total Sq Ft: 2,004
Upper Sq Ft: 651
General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
Parcel Number: 09263130500000
Levels: Bi-Level

Lot Information
Dimensions: 50 X 125
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,594.67
Tax Year: 2019
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Community Information
Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Paved

Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

School Information
Elementary School District: 64
Elementary School: George B Carpenter Elementary Sc
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: Touhy west of Cumberland to Chester north to home.

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,302
Stories: —
Lot Size: 6,250 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1968
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 09263130500000

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 15, 2026

Other

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

Around this home

Schools

George B Carpenter Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.6mi

7/10

Emerson Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.9mi

8/10

Maine South High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.2mi

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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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.

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Estimated sale price

$595,000 – $720,000

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Home values near 222 N Chester Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
230 N Chester Avenue, Park Ridge, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1650 Sq. Ft.	$604,472
234 N Chester Avenue, Park Ridge, IL 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 1773 Sq. Ft.	$747,607

Address	Redfin Estimate
242 N Chester Avenue, Park Ridge, IL 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1276 Sq. Ft.	$485,172
238 N Chester Avenue, Park Ridge, IL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1200 Sq. Ft.	$580,966

Address	Redfin Estimate
206 N Chester Avenue, Park Ridge, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 2071 Sq. Ft.	$481,995
220 N Chester Avenue, Park Ridge, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1728 Sq. Ft.	$481,603

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