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Request Info1232 Ridge AvenueEvanston, IL 60202
Single Family · 11 Beds · 6 Full Baths · 2 Half Baths · 8,600 Sq. ft. | 0.89 Acres$2,490,000
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1232 Ridge Avenue Overview
- Time on Site:
- 448 days
- Visits:
- 22
The Castle on Ridge - A rare opportunity to buy this Magnificent and Iconic mansion for the first time in nearly 50 years. De-signed by noted architect Stephen A. Jennings, this house is beautifully positioned on nearly an Acre with a full Coach house, expansive yards, and a 4 car garage. The Grand Entry welcomes you to this 18 room residence with 11 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, 3 staircases, updated custom kitchen with sitting room, formal dining room, huge family room and a third floor Ballroom! The house boasts large windows, detailed millwork, and high ceilings with natural light flooding the home. A spectacular staircase three stories high soars above original Stained Glass Windows and a Pipe Organ fa-cade! This Grand and Lofty staircase is the focal point of the house. With over 8,600 square feet of living space this home provides endless possibilities and flexibility! A rented 2nd floor two bedroom apartment in the Coach house is a great income bonus.
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1232 Ridge Avenue Facts & Features
- Type Single Family
- Sq. ft. 8,600
- Price/Sq.ft. $290
- Lot 0.89 Acres
Details
General
Association/HOA
- Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
- Association Fee Includes: None
School Information
- School District: 202
- Elementary School: Washington Elementary School
- Middle Or Junior School: Nichols Middle School
- High School: Evanston Twp High School
Building Information
- New Construction: No
- Year Built: 1896
Location/Region
- County Or Parish: Cook
- MLS Area Major: Evanston
- Township: Evanston
Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $63,557.95
- Tax Year: 2024
General Information
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Parcel Number: 11191000070000
- Property Type: Residential
- Special Listing Conditions: None
Interior
Building Information
- Approx. Total Finished SqFt.: 0
- Disability Access: No
- Total SqFt.: 0
Parking Information
- Garage Spaces: 4
Beds/Baths
- Bathrooms Full: 6
- Bathrooms Half: 2
- Bathrooms Total: 8
- Bedrooms Total: 11
- Bedrooms Possible: 11
Building Interior
- Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Other
General Information
- Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Wine Refrigerator, Other
- Basement: Partially Finished, Storage Space, Full
- Cooling: Central Air
- Fireplace Features: Wood Burning,Gas Starter
- Fireplaces Total: 7
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Heating: Natural Gas, Radiant
- Laundry Features: In Unit
- Living Area: 8600
- Living Area Source: Estimated
- Rooms Total: 18
Exterior
Parking Information
- Parking Features: Yes, Detached, Garage
- Parking Total: 4
Lot Information
- Lot Size Acres: 0.89
- Lot Size Dimensions: 38X621
- Water Source: Lake Michigan
Waterfront/View
- Waterfront: No
Building Exterior/Construction
- Architectural Style: Greystone
- Construction Materials: Stone
- Roof: Slate
General Information
- Sewer: Public Sewer
Room Information
Room: Bedroom 9
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 16X22
Room: Breakfast Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 9X9
Room: Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 22X16
Room: Family Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 13X13
Room: Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 18X23
Room: Living Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 22X39
Room: Bedroom 10
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14X14
Room: Bedroom 11
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 12X19
Room: Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 18X16
Room: Laundry
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 13X13
Room: Master Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 32X21
Room: Office
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 23X17
Room: Bedroom 3
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 26X21
Room: Bedroom 4
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 21X18
Room: Bedroom 5
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 13X19
Room: Bedroom 6
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 14X14
Room: Bedroom 7
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 18X10
Room: Bedroom 8
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 18X6
Room: Sitting Room
- Level: Third
- Dimensions: 37X17
1232 Ridge Avenue Neighborhood
Community
60202 (EVANSTON) Demographics
39
Median Age
9,010
Population Density (per sq. mile)
67%
College Educated
$87,000
Estimated Median Income
7,102
Estimated Total Home Owners
5,784
Estimated Total Renters
55% / 45%
Estimated Owner / Renter Divide
2
Estimated Average Household Size
Schools
School data courtesy of LiveBy, Inc. School ratings are based on a scale of 1-5, with 5 being the highest rating and 1 being the lowest rating.1232 Ridge Avenue Monthly Cost
1232 Ridge Avenue Market Data
Based on the last 30 days in this zip code
$554,792
Average List Price
$331
Average Price per Square Foot
26
Properties Sold
39
Average Days on Market
77
Properties for Sale
1232 Ridge Avenue History
| Date | Value | Agent |
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| 4/21/2026Source: MRED | Active |
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| 4/16/2026Source: MRED | $2,490,000 -13.8% |
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| 4/16/2026Source: MRED | Price Change |
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| 8/9/2025Source: MRED | Active |
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| 8/4/2025Source: MRED | $2,890,000 -9.7% |
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| 8/4/2025Source: MRED | Price Change |
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| 4/12/2025Source: MRED | Active |
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| 4/7/2025Source: MRED | April 07, 2025 |