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Off Market Jun 2016 for $590K

$872,921

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,201/mo

•

3,400

sq ft

226 S Merrill St, Park Ridge, IL 60068

About this home

Bank Approved. Quick Sale Possible. Get your Buyer in NOW! Less than 15 yr old Kitchen,Great room and it has it all!!! Rec rm recently remodeled too. So take the character of this classic bungalo with hardwood floors,moldings etc and add the newest desires=Master en suite, awesome kitchen,open concept. Enter the front and you get charm, enter the back and you get wow.Your in Field school district. LOCATION enjoy walking distance to uptown PR/in town EP

Single-familyProperty Type

1927Year Built

7,650 sq ftLot Size

$257Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Nick Fallico • Dream Town Real Estate

Bought with Craig Tinder • Century 21 Elm, Realtors

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09043180

Redfin Estimate

$872,921

$283K since sold in June 2016$5,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 9.5% lower than the average sale price ($965K) of 4 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$1,370,000
A
4 beds4 baths3,000 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$886,000
B
4 beds3.5 baths2,558 sq ft
708 S Vine Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068
SOLD JUL 2, 2026
$920,000
C
4 beds3 baths3,849 sq ft
405 N Washington Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068
SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$682,500
D
4 beds3.5 baths2,800 sq ft
7324 W Lunt Ave, Chicago, IL 60631

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Market trends in 60068, IL

Last updated July 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

100.8%

+0.1% MoM

Median sale price

$695K

$20K MoM

Avg. days on market

44d

1 days MoM

Recently sold homes

150

21 MoM

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1 bed1 bath— sq ft
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$724,000
4 beds3.5 baths3,600 sq ft
120 Boardwalk Pl #120, Park Ridge, IL 60068
$800,000
3 beds2.5 baths6,500 sq ft
221 East Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068
$164,900
1 bed1 bath750 sq ft
2010 S Crescent Ave Unit 2-C, Park Ridge, IL 60068
$899,900
4 beds3.5 baths3,000 sq ft
1829 S Crescent Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068
$659,000
4 beds2 baths1,925 sq ft
389 Michael John Dr, Park Ridge, IL 60068
$849,000
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$390,000
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Expanded rehabbed late-20's Bungalow. Good condition with very good finishes. Has had a 2nd level added plus a bump off the back creating quite a large home. Bump off the back is quite successful with a state of the art kitchen, mud room and large FR...
11 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
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Sale history for 226 S Merrill St

Date

Event

Price

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09043180

Jun 15, 2016

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$590,000

$174/sq ft

Apr 29, 2016

Pending

—

Apr 18, 2016

Contingent

—

Apr 14, 2016

Price Changed

$594,900

$175/sq ft

Apr 14, 2016

Relisted (Reactivated)

—

Jan 6, 2016

Contingent

—

Nov 19, 2015

Relisted (Reactivated)

—

Oct 30, 2015

Contingent

—

Sep 19, 2015

Listed (New)

$599,900

$176/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08966944

Sep 19, 2015

Listing Removed

—

Jul 15, 2015

Price Changed

Jun 28, 2015

Listed (New)

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08751042

Nov 4, 2014

Listing Removed

—

Oct 11, 2014

Listed (New)

Public Records

Oct 28, 1997

Sold

$237,500

$70/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$15,314 (+4.6%)

$13,005 + $46,733

$59,738

2022

$14,646 (+1.5%)

$13,005 + $46,733

$59,738

2021

$14,430 (+3.6%)

$8,032 + $42,743

$50,775

2020

$13,924 (+2.0%)

$8,032 + $42,743

$50,775

2019

$13,649 (−4.8%)

$8,032 + $47,765

$55,797

2018

$14,337 (+0.3%)

$6,885 + $46,649

$53,534

2017

$14,293 (−6.8%)

$6,885 + $46,649

$53,534

2016

$15,336 (+2.4%)

$6,885 + $51,506

$58,391

2015

$14,980 (+1.9%)

$5,737 + $45,458

$51,195

2014

$14,701 (+5.7%)

$5,737 + $45,458

$51,195

2013

$13,908 (−1.9%)

$5,737 + $45,458

$51,195

2012

$14,176 (+7.2%)

$6,693 + $55,550

$62,243

2011

$13,225 (+2.5%)

$6,693 + $55,550

$62,243

2010

$12,900 (+4.4%)

$6,693 + $55,550

$62,243

2009

$12,352 (+3.9%)

$6,120 + $57,518

$63,638

2008

$11,892 (−9.1%)

$9,792 + $62,524

$72,316

2007

$13,077

$9,792 + $71,824

$81,616

Tax history for 226 S Merrill St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$15,314 (+4.6%)

$13,005 + $46,733

$59,738

2022

$14,646 (+1.5%)

$13,005 + $46,733

$59,738

2021

$14,430 (+3.6%)

$8,032 + $42,743

$50,775

2020

$13,924 (+2.0%)

$8,032 + $42,743

$50,775

2019

$13,649 (−4.8%)

$8,032 + $47,765

$55,797

2018

$14,337 (+0.3%)

$6,885 + $46,649

$53,534

2017

$14,293 (−6.8%)

$6,885 + $46,649

$53,534

2016

$15,336 (+2.4%)

$6,885 + $51,506

$58,391

2015

$14,980 (+1.9%)

$5,737 + $45,458

$51,195

2014

$14,701 (+5.7%)

$5,737 + $45,458

$51,195

2013

$13,908 (−1.9%)

$5,737 + $45,458

$51,195

2012

$14,176 (+7.2%)

$6,693 + $55,550

$62,243

2011

$13,225 (+2.5%)

$6,693 + $55,550

$62,243

2010

$12,900 (+4.4%)

$6,693 + $55,550

$62,243

2009

$12,352 (+3.9%)

$6,120 + $57,518

$63,638

2008

$11,892 (−9.1%)

$9,792 + $62,524

$72,316

2007

$13,077

$9,792 + $71,824

$81,616

*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

7,650 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,790

Year built

1927

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Cook County

APN

09361010520000

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

Apr 3, 2025 • Final

Single family - flood control - stormwater

Install exterior drain tile for a below-grade spillover and a window well drain. Connect the new drainage to the existing sump and discharge system.

Grading

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Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# Of Cars: 2
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Detached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
Driveway: Concrete,Side Drive

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4

Room Information
Room Type: Office
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 14
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Recreation Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 34 x 16
Flooring: Wood Laminate

Room Information
Room Type: Foyer
Level: Main
Dimensions: 8 x 7
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Mud Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 7
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Storage
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 14 x 6
Flooring: Parquet

Room Information
Room Type: Loft
Level: Second
Dimensions: 20 x 11
Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 16 x 13
Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 14 x 12
Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Carpet

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 12
Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 16 x 12
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 20 x 14
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 25 x 13
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 13 x 9

Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 19 x 14
Window Treatments: Curtains/Drapes
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 21 x 12
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Carpet

Additional Rooms Information
Attic: Pull Down Stair,Unfinished
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Full
Basement Description: Finished

Interior Features
Interior Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors
# of Rooms: 11

Equipment
Appliances: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Bar Fridge

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Living Room
Fireplace Features: Gas Log

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck

Building Information
Living Area Source: Estimated
Exterior Building Type: Brick,Stucco
Age: 81-90 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter

Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rehab (Y/N): Yes
General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
Parcel Number: 09361010520000

Lot Information
Dimensions: 51X150
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $14,000
Tax Year: 2014

Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public
Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer-Storm

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air, Zoned

Location

Community Information
Community Features: Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

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: MERRILL JUST N OF NW HWY, BLOCK S OF TOUHY

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,790
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 7,650 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1927
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 09361010520000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 11, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Immediate

Around this home

Schools

Eugene Field Elementary School

Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.9mi

10/10

Emerson Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi

8/10

Maine South High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.7mi

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

Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years

4/10 Air Factor

6 unhealthy days expected this year, 7 days in 30 years

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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

$830,000 – $1.00M

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Home values near 226 S Merrill St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
214 S Merrill Street, Park Ridge, IL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1436 Sq. Ft.	$571,823
218 S Merrill Street, Park Ridge, IL 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2556 Sq. Ft.	$816,847

Address	Redfin Estimate
206 S Merrill Street, Park Ridge, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1208 Sq. Ft.	$497,982
308 S Merrill Street, Park Ridge, IL 5 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2424 Sq. Ft.	$767,721

Address	Redfin Estimate
222 S Merrill Street, Park Ridge, IL 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2648 Sq. Ft.	$868,227
234 S Merrill Street, Park Ridge, IL 4 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 2596 Sq. Ft.	$729,878

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