Off Market Apr 2025 for $950K

$1,165,139

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $6,148/mo

•

3,664

sq ft

238 S Merrill St, Park Ridge, IL 60068

About this home

Don't miss this charming home in a prime location! Just a short walk to both Uptown Park Ridge and Downtown Edison Park, you'll have easy access to fantastic restaurants, Metra stations, the library, a movie theater, cozy coffee shops, and more. Step inside to a warm and inviting living room featuring a wood-burning fireplace, seamlessly connected to a formal dining area with access to the backyard. The beautifully updated kitchen opens to a spacious family room, complemented by a full bath and a convenient first-floor office. Upstairs, you'll find five bedrooms, including a true primary ensuite with a private balcony and walk-in closet. A fully finished basement adds even more living space, complete with a second kitchen, a gas fireplace, and custom-built storage. This home is packed with premium features, including a heated garage with a thermostat, a back patio with a gas supply for grilling, and separate furnace and AC systems for the lower and upper levels for personalized comfort. Additional highlights include energy-efficient Pella windows with interior blinds, a 75-gallon water heater perfect for the basement jacuzzi tub, and a double battery backup sump pump system for peace of mind. Recent upgrades include a brand-new upper-level furnace and AC (2024), a stunning composite deck with aluminum railings (2023), fully renovated first-level and upper-level bathrooms (2019-2020), and numerous other enhancements throughout. This is a home you won't want to miss!

Single-familyProperty Type

1926Year Built

$318Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Craig Fallico • Dream Town Real Estate

Bought with Craig Fallico • Dream Town Real Estate

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12282902

Redfin Estimate

$1,165,139

$215K since sold in April 2025$3,000 since July

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This home's estimate is 9.9% higher than the average sale price ($1.06M) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD AUG 6, 2026
$1,175,000
A
5 beds4.5 baths4,100 sq ft
7036 N Olcott Ave, Chicago, IL 60631
SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$1,370,000
B
4 beds4 baths3,000 sq ft
325 S Crescent Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068
SOLD AUG 3, 2026
$886,000
C
4 beds3.5 baths2,558 sq ft
708 S Vine Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068
SOLD JUL 2, 2026
$920,000
D
4 beds3 baths3,849 sq ft
405 N Washington Ave, Park Ridge, IL 60068
SOLD MAY 21, 2026
$950,000
E
5 beds3.5 baths2,827 sq ft
100 Arthur St, Park Ridge, IL 60068

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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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NEW
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NEW 27 HRS AGO
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NEW
$800,000
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$164,900
1 bed1 bath750 sq ft
2010 S Crescent Ave Unit 2-C, Park Ridge, IL 60068
$659,000
4 beds2 baths1,925 sq ft
389 Michael John Dr, Park Ridge, IL 60068
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OPEN SUN, 2PM TO 4PM
$399,900
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$3,150,000
6 beds6 baths4,760 sq ft
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Sale history for 238 S Merrill St

Date

Event

Price

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12282902

Apr 8, 2025

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

$950,000

$259/sq ft

Public Records

Apr 16, 2019

Sold

$560,000

$153/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10304901

Apr 15, 2019

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$559,900

$153/sq ft

Mar 13, 2019

Contingent

—

Mar 12, 2019

Listed (New)

$559,900

$153/sq ft

+29

Spacious 5 bedroom/4 bath has bright, sunlit living room with wood burning fireplace. Gleaming natural oak hardwood floors throughout the first floor: living rm, dining rm, family rm, den and kitchen. Dining room, family room and den have oak crown molding. Family room has brick, gas fireplace. Formal dining room has double door leading to deck overlooking large fenced, mature yard with two car heated garage. Kitchen has 42" oak cabinets with stainless steel refrigerator and chamber oven, electric cooktop and canned lights. First floor bath has ceramic tile floor, large wall mirror and marble vanity. Second floor master bath has ceramic floor, shower and marble vanity. Hall bath has double sink, ceramic floor and tub/shower. Finished high basement has ceramic floor, full furnished kitchen, gas fireplace, bath with jacuzzi tub and marble surround. Custom paint '19, newer Pella windows with built-in blinds, sump pump, overhead sewer. Walk to Metra. Pride of ownership! Hurry!

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$14,570 (+4.6%)

$13,770 + $43,230

$57,000

2022

$13,934 (−2.5%)

$13,770 + $43,230

$57,000

2021

$14,289 (−2.8%)

$8,505 + $41,808

$50,313

2020

$14,695 (+14.8%)

$8,505 + $41,808

$50,313

2019

$12,801 (+6.5%)

$8,505 + $46,784

$55,289

2018

$12,022 (+0.2%)

$7,290 + $40,905

$48,195

2017

$12,002 (−0.4%)

$7,290 + $40,905

$48,195

2016

$12,049 (−0.5%)

$7,290 + $40,905

$48,195

2015

$12,112 (−6.5%)

$6,075 + $37,695

$43,770

2014

$12,952 (+5.8%)

$6,075 + $41,167

$47,242

2013

$12,238 (+7.2%)

$6,075 + $41,167

$47,242

2012

$11,415 (−5.2%)

$7,087 + $43,865

$50,952

2011

$12,042 (+9.6%)

$7,087 + $48,053

$55,140

2010

$10,991 (−0.1%)

$7,087 + $48,053

$55,140

2009

$11,003 (+32.7%)

$6,480 + $52,041

$58,521

2008

$8,294 (+2.1%)

$10,368 + $61,169

$71,537

2007

$8,124

$10,368 + $61,169

$71,537

Tax history for 238 S Merrill St

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$14,570 (+4.6%)

$13,770 + $43,230

$57,000

2022

$13,934 (−2.5%)

$13,770 + $43,230

$57,000

2021

$14,289 (−2.8%)

$8,505 + $41,808

$50,313

2020

$14,695 (+14.8%)

$8,505 + $41,808

$50,313

2019

$12,801 (+6.5%)

$8,505 + $46,784

$55,289

2018

$12,022 (+0.2%)

$7,290 + $40,905

$48,195

2017

$12,002 (−0.4%)

$7,290 + $40,905

$48,195

2016

$12,049 (−0.5%)

$7,290 + $40,905

$48,195

2015

$12,112 (−6.5%)

$6,075 + $37,695

$43,770

2014

$12,952 (+5.8%)

$6,075 + $41,167

$47,242

2013

$12,238 (+7.2%)

$6,075 + $41,167

$47,242

2012

$11,415 (−5.2%)

$7,087 + $43,865

$50,952

2011

$12,042 (+9.6%)

$7,087 + $48,053

$55,140

2010

$10,991 (−0.1%)

$7,087 + $48,053

$55,140

2009

$11,003 (+32.7%)

$6,480 + $52,041

$58,521

2008

$8,294 (+2.1%)

$10,368 + $61,169

$71,537

2007

$8,124

$10,368 + $61,169

$71,537

*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

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

8,100 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,508

Year built

1925

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Cook County

APN

09361010550000

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

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 4
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 5
# of Bedrooms Possible: 5

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 5
Level: Second
Dimensions: 10 x 10
Window Treatments: Blinds

Room Information
Room Type: Den
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 10
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Recreation Room
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 32 x 16
Flooring: Ceramic Tile

Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen- 2nd
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 10 x 5
Flooring: Ceramic Tile

Room Information
Room Type: Foyer
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 5
Flooring: Ceramic Tile

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 11 x 10
Window Treatments: Blinds

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12 x 10
Window Treatments: Blinds

Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Second
Dimensions: 10 x 9
Window Treatments: Blinds

Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 11
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 17 x 13
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 9

Room Information
Room Type: Laundry

Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 20 x 12
Window Treatments: Blinds
Flooring: Hardwood

Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 18 x 12
Window Treatments: Blinds
Bath: Full

Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Full
Basement Sq. Ft.: 1,184
Laundry Features: In Unit

Interior Features
Interior Features: 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
# of Rooms: 12

Equipment
Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop
Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Location: Living Room,Basement
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Balcony

Building Information
Living Area Source: Estimated
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,184
Age: 91-100 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Construction Materials: Brick
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 3,664

Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Main Sq Ft: 1208
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): Yes
Rehab Year: 2020
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 3,664
Total Sq Ft: 2,480
Upper Sq Ft: 1272
General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
Parcel Number: 09361010550000

Lot Information
Dimensions: 50X150X53X153
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $14,570.37
Tax Year: 2023
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: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air

Location

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: Northwest Highway to Merrill St north to 238.

Public facts

Beds: 5
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,508
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 8,100 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1925
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 09361010550000

Home facts updated by county records on Jul 11, 2026

Other

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

Teams Information
Buyer Team Name: Team Fallico

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

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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

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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Estimated sale price

$1.11M – $1.34M

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Home values near 238 S Merrill St

Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
311 South Merrill St, Park Ridge, IL 3 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2772 Sq. Ft.	$938,580
218 South Merrill St, Park Ridge, IL 5 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2556 Sq. Ft.	$816,847

Address	Redfin Estimate
214 South Merrill St, Park Ridge, IL 4 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 1436 Sq. Ft.	$571,823
308 South Merrill St, Park Ridge, IL 5 Beds \| 2 Baths \| 2424 Sq. Ft.	$767,721

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

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