Welcome to this charming 3-BR | 3.1-Bath Cape Cod in the sought-after Carpenter School district! Beautiful updates throughout will tug at your heartstrings from the moment you arrive. Step into the private foyer and you're greeted by an original leaded-glass door, a captivating detail that sets the tone for the warmth and character found throughout the home. The spacious living room features custom built-ins that span the wall, offering both style and storage, while surrounding a cozy fireplace. Elegant sconce lighting adds a touch of sophistication. The kitchen (2020), thoughtfully opened to the dining room, is a true showstopper. It features crisp white cabinetry, white quartz countertops, classic subway tile backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and farmhouse-style fixtures. A breakfast bar with countertop seating finishes this bright and airy space, perfect for entertaining. A convenient mudroom sits just off the kitchen, offering handy storage and access to the roomy deck and large backyard. An updated powder room completes the main level. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms, including a primary suite that fits a king-sized bed. The newly added full ensuite bath (2020) showcases a sliding barn door and subway tiles that echo the kitchen's aesthetic. Two additional bedrooms share a full hall bath. The full finished basement offers an additional gathering space for family and friends, along with an oversized fourth bedroom with newer carpet. There's also a third full bath and a laundry room for added convenience. Be pleasantly surprised by the spacious backyard ideal for entertaining, play, and outdoor enjoyment with two distinct zones for relaxing: the deck, plus a remote nook with a mounted TV-your own outdoor retreat! A detached 2.5-car garage with overhead storage completes the exterior. Located in a friendly neighborhood near Centennial Park's pool and fitness center, Uptown's restaurants, bars and shops, Park Ridge Library, Farmers Market, Metra and more-this home has it all!
Single-familyProperty Type
1925Year Built
6,250 sq ftLot Size
$392Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Heather Miller• Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
Bought with Danny McGovern• RE/MAX Properties Northwest
UPDATED & MOVE-IN READY HOME IN PARK RIDGE! This home is 3 Bedroom + 1 Den + 1 Bed Below, features 2.5 bathrooms while retaining many of it's original details. Entry foyer w/ leaded-glass French doors & crystal chandelier opens to spacious dining & living rooms with BUILT-INS, sconce lighting & period fireplace. Kitchen has updated SS appliances. All 3 bedrooms upstairs with ample closet space, & den. Hardwood floors throughout & tons of natural light. Finished DRY basement w/ entertainment area, commercial grade laundry room, full bathroom, & large bedroom. Enclosed REAR PORCH/MUD ROOM opens to a LARGE FENCED-IN BACK YARD. Two and a half car garage off a PAVED ALLEY. Lovingly maintained family home. Recent updates include tilt-in windows, siding, roof, gas furnace, central air, hot water heater, front stairs & flood control system. Close to downtown Park Ridge restaurants & shops, top schools (Carpenter, Emerson, Maine South) & Metra train, and more!
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10380715
Jun 3, 2019
Listing Removed
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May 22, 2019
Price Changed
*
May 13, 2019
Listed (New)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07284907
Aug 24, 2009
Listing Removed
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Aug 13, 2009
Price Changed (Price Change)
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Jul 29, 2009
Listed (New)
*
Public Records
Oct 31, 2003
Sold
$367,500
$151/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 13, 1993
Sold
$227,000
$93/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$10,771 (+4.6%)
$9,688 + $38,313
$48,001
2022
$10,293 (−5.6%)
$8,125 + $34,875
$43,000
2021
$10,909 (+4.1%)
$5,312 + $30,556
$35,868
2020
$10,476 (+10.4%)
$5,312 + $30,556
$35,868
2019
$9,493 (+34.6%)
$5,312 + $34,542
$39,854
2018
$7,055 (−7.9%)
$4,687 + $23,403
$28,090
2017
$7,664 (+0.6%)
$4,687 + $25,585
$30,272
2016
$7,621 (+3.0%)
$4,687 + $25,585
$30,272
2015
$7,401 (+1.8%)
$4,062 + $22,559
$26,621
2014
$7,272 (+5.9%)
$4,062 + $22,559
$26,621
2013
$6,870 (−2.3%)
$4,062 + $22,559
$26,621
2012
$7,030 (+3.4%)
$4,843 + $26,398
$31,241
2011
$6,797 (+0.6%)
$4,843 + $26,398
$31,241
2010
$6,756 (−0.6%)
$4,843 + $26,398
$31,241
2009
$6,797 (+6.6%)
$5,000 + $31,624
$36,624
2008
$6,374 (+9.4%)
$8,000 + $33,618
$41,618
2007
$5,825
$8,000 + $33,618
$41,618
Tax history for 225 N Knight Ave
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$10,771 (+4.6%)
$9,688 + $38,313
$48,001
2022
$10,293 (−5.6%)
$8,125 + $34,875
$43,000
2021
$10,909 (+4.1%)
$5,312 + $30,556
$35,868
2020
$10,476 (+10.4%)
$5,312 + $30,556
$35,868
2019
$9,493 (+34.6%)
$5,312 + $34,542
$39,854
2018
$7,055 (−7.9%)
$4,687 + $23,403
$28,090
2017
$7,664 (+0.6%)
$4,687 + $25,585
$30,272
2016
$7,621 (+3.0%)
$4,687 + $25,585
$30,272
2015
$7,401 (+1.8%)
$4,062 + $22,559
$26,621
2014
$7,272 (+5.9%)
$4,062 + $22,559
$26,621
2013
$6,870 (−2.3%)
$4,062 + $22,559
$26,621
2012
$7,030 (+3.4%)
$4,843 + $26,398
$31,241
2011
$6,797 (+0.6%)
$4,843 + $26,398
$31,241
2010
$6,756 (−0.6%)
$4,843 + $26,398
$31,241
2009
$6,797 (+6.6%)
$5,000 + $31,624
$36,624
2008
$6,374 (+9.4%)
$8,000 + $33,618
$41,618
2007
$5,825
$8,000 + $33,618
$41,618
*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
1.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
6,250 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,505
Year built
1924
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
09263100070000
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
Jul 1, 2020 • Final
Tree removal
Demolition
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: 2.5
# of Parking (Total): 2.5
Parking Features: On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4
# of Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1
Room Information
Room Type: Foyer
Level: Main
Dimensions: 5 x 5
Room Information
Room Type: Deck
Level: Main
Dimensions: 15 x 12
Room Information
Room Type: Mud Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 6
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 10
Window Treatments: Blinds,Window Treatments
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12 x 11
Window Treatments: Blinds,Window Treatments
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 12 x 18
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 16 x 9
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 23 x 11
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 20 x 12
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 7 x 8
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 21 x 12
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 10
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood
Bath: Full
Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Kitchen/Dining Combo
Basement: Finished, Full
Basement Sq. Ft.: 720
Interior Features
Interior Features: Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Open Floorplan