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Off market oct 2023 for $609K

$778,029

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,961/mo

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1,773

sq ft

234 N Chester Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068

About this home

Sprawling, remodeled and expanded brick ranch in ideal, in-town Park Ridge location with dream garage. Custom kitchen opens to eating area, flowing into dining room and foyer. Master retreat with double closets and private bath (separate shower & jacuzzi tub). 2 additional bedrooms on 1st floor share a hall bath. 1st floor laundry/mud room. Inviting finished basement features a family room, 4th bedroom (easement window in family room), 3rd full bath, and plenty of storage. The 20' x 30' heated garage (a/c ready) with 2nd floor walk-up loft (+550 sq ft) is already drywalled... perfect for home business, workout gym, or artist studio. Peace of mind with overhead sewers, back-up generator, sump-pump, copper plumbing, high-efficiency mechanicals, and front-yard clean-out. Smart home with RING doorbell & camera, wifi thermostat, keypad doors, and security system. Lush, landscaped yard with automatic sprinklers and fenced-in backyard including a separate dog run. Convenient paver stone driveway and welcoming front walk. Private, brick paver patio with covered gazebo area. Award-winning Carpenter Elementary, Emerson Middle, and Maine South High School. 3 blocks to premier fitness club (FFC), 4 blocks to Metra station, and 5 blocks to everything Uptown Park Ridge has to offer (numerous restaurants, shopping, Trader Joe's, library, farmer's market, and much more).

Single-familyProperty Type

1956Year Built

6,375 sq ftLot Size

$439Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Craig Tinder • @properties Christie�s International Real Estate

Bought with Anne Camarano • @properties Christie�s International Real Estate

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11877766

Redfin Estimate

$778,029

$168K since sold in October 2023$36K since September

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This home's estimate is 13% higher than the average sale price ($688K) of 6 comparable homes.

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B
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SOLD MAY 22, 2026
$740,000
C
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SOLD JUL 16, 2026
$565,000
D
3 beds2.5 baths1,605 sq ft
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SOLD AUG 19, 2026
$825,000
E
4 beds2.5 baths— sq ft
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F
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Market trends in 60068, IL

Last updated September 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

Recently sold homes

149

8 MoM

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NEW
$218,800
1 bed1 bath800 sq ft
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OPEN SUN, 11AM TO 1PM
$269,900
2 beds2 baths1,300 sq ft
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$549,000
1 bed2 baths1,312 sq ft
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$285,000
2 beds2 baths— sq ft
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$439,900
2 beds1 bath1,274 sq ft
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$450,000
3 beds1 bath— sq ft
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$770,000
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Sale history for 234 N Chester Ave

Date

Event

Price

RENTALBEAST #1

Nov 12, 2023

Rental Removed

$3,100

$2/sq ft

Oct 10, 2023

Listed for Rent

$3,100

$2/sq ft

Public Records

Oct 6, 2023

Sold

$610,000

$344/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11877766

Oct 4, 2023

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

$609,900

$344/sq ft

Sep 29, 2023

Pending

—

Sep 13, 2023

Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)

—

Sep 7, 2023

Listed (Active)

$609,900

$344/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11798465

Jul 17, 2023

Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)

—

Jul 14, 2023

Listing Removed

—

Public Records

Nov 1, 1987

Sold

$124,000

$70/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$9,057 (+5.0%)

$9,688 + $42,712

$52,400

2022

$8,624 (−10.0%)

$8,125 + $31,875

$40,000

2021

$9,580 (+3.4%)

$5,312 + $29,516

$34,828

2020

$9,266 (−10.4%)

$5,312 + $29,516

$34,828

2019

$10,343 (+20.3%)

$5,312 + $37,803

$43,115

2018

$8,598 (+0.2%)

$4,687 + $28,794

$33,481

2017

$8,579 (−15.3%)

$4,687 + $28,794

$33,481

2016

$10,125 (+28.1%)

$4,687 + $34,713

$39,400

2015

$7,907 (+1.8%)

$4,062 + $24,201

$28,263

2014

$7,768 (−5.1%)

$4,062 + $24,201

$28,263

2013

$8,184 (+47.8%)

$4,062 + $27,145

$31,207

2012

$5,536 (+3.0%)

$4,843 + $20,290

$25,133

2011

$5,376 (+0.4%)

$4,843 + $20,290

$25,133

2010

$5,353 (+10.1%)

$4,843 + $20,290

$25,133

2009

$4,862 (+8.2%)

$5,000 + $27,150

$32,150

2008

$4,492 (+2.3%)

$8,000 + $28,536

$36,536

2007

$4,391

$8,000 + $28,536

$36,536

Tax history for 234 N Chester Ave

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$9,057 (+5.0%)

$9,688 + $42,712

$52,400

2022

$8,624 (−10.0%)

$8,125 + $31,875

$40,000

2021

$9,580 (+3.4%)

$5,312 + $29,516

$34,828

2020

$9,266 (−10.4%)

$5,312 + $29,516

$34,828

2019

$10,343 (+20.3%)

$5,312 + $37,803

$43,115

2018

$8,598 (+0.2%)

$4,687 + $28,794

$33,481

2017

$8,579 (−15.3%)

$4,687 + $28,794

$33,481

2016

$10,125 (+28.1%)

$4,687 + $34,713

$39,400

2015

$7,907 (+1.8%)

$4,062 + $24,201

$28,263

2014

$7,768 (−5.1%)

$4,062 + $24,201

$28,263

2013

$8,184 (+47.8%)

$4,062 + $27,145

$31,207

2012

$5,536 (+3.0%)

$4,843 + $20,290

$25,133

2011

$5,376 (+0.4%)

$4,843 + $20,290

$25,133

2010

$5,353 (+10.1%)

$4,843 + $20,290

$25,133

2009

$4,862 (+8.2%)

$5,000 + $27,150

$32,150

2008

$4,492 (+2.3%)

$8,000 + $28,536

$36,536

2007

$4,391

$8,000 + $28,536

$36,536

*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

Beds

Baths

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6,250 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

1,773

Year built

1955

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Cook County

APN

09263130510000

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

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# Of Cars: 4.5
# of Garage Spaces: 2.5
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking On-Site: Yes
Parking Features: Off Alley, Off Street
Parking: Garage,Space/s
Parking Ownership: Owned
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Detached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s),Heated
Driveway: Brick,Off Alley

Interior

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

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4
# of Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1

Room Information
Room Type: Walk In Closet
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 11 x 5
Flooring: Ceramic Tile

Room Information
Room Type: Foyer
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 6
Flooring: Ceramic Tile

Room Information
Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 25 x 13
Flooring: Other

Room Information
Room Type: Gallery
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 12 x 10
Flooring: Ceramic Tile

Room Information
Room Type: Walk In Closet
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 14 x 5
Flooring: Ceramic Tile

Room Information
Room Type: Storage
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 13 x 8

Room Information
Room Type: Loft
Level: Second
Dimensions: 29 x 19
Flooring: Other

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 10
Window Treatments: Plantation Shutters
Flooring: Wood Laminate

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 9
Window Treatments: Plantation Shutters
Flooring: Wood Laminate

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 13 x 11
Flooring: Ceramic Tile

Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 13
Flooring: Wood Laminate

Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 22 x 12
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Other

Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Table Space,Pantry-Closet
Level: Main
Dimensions: 15 x 12
Flooring: Ceramic Tile

Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 9
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Other

Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 18 x 13
Window Treatments: Plantation Shutters
Flooring: Wood Laminate

Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 17 x 12
Window Treatments: Plantation Shutters
Flooring: Wood Laminate
Bath: Full

Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Full
Basement Description: Finished,Egress Window
Basement Sq. Ft.: 1,403
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit

Interior Features
Interior Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Hardwood Floors
# of Rooms: 9

Equipment
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Humidifier, TV-Cable, Security System, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Fan-Attic Exhaust, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Backup Sump Pump;, Radon Mitigation System, Generator

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Dog Run, Brick Paver Patio, Storms/Screens

Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Below Grade Finished Area: 947
Exterior Building Type: Brick
Age: 61-70 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 3,270

Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1 Story
Main Sq Ft: 1773
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): Yes
Rehab Year: 2000
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 3,726
Total Sq Ft: 2,323
Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 456
Upper Sq Ft: 550
Disability Access and/or Equipped: Yes
General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
Parcel Number: 09263130510000

Lot Information
Dimensions: 51 X 125
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
Lot Features: Fenced Yard

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,579.81
Tax Year: 2021
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N

Utilities

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

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Community Information
Community Features: Park, Pool, Sidewalks, Street Lights, 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: Lincoln Middle School
High School District: 207
High School: Maine South High School

Location Information
Township: Maine
Corporate Limits: Park Ridge
Directions: Take Touhy Ave, 2 Blocks West of Cumberland, turn right onto Chester Ave

Public facts

Beds: 3
Baths: 1.0
Sq. Ft.: 1,773
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 6,250 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1955
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 09263130510000

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 15, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing

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

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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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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

$740,000 – $895,000

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Home values near 234 N Chester Ave

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
230 North Chester Ave, Park Ridge, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1650 Sq. Ft.	$639,195
238 North Chester Ave, Park Ridge, IL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1200 Sq. Ft.	$586,413

Address	Redfin Estimate
242 North Chester Ave, Park Ridge, IL 3 Beds \| 1.5 Baths \| 1276 Sq. Ft.	$502,589
220 North Chester Ave, Park Ridge, IL 3 Beds \| 1 Baths \| 1728 Sq. Ft.	$513,381

Address	Redfin Estimate
222 North Chester Ave, Park Ridge, IL 3 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1302 Sq. Ft.	$631,205
215 North Chester Ave, Park Ridge, IL 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 3240 Sq. Ft.	$923,613

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