1232 Ridge Ave

Evanston, IL 60202

$2,890,000
Price
11
Beds
8,600 Sq. Ft.
$336 / Sq. Ft.
8,600
Sq. Ft.
$336
per Sq. Ft.

Description

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...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.
  1. Listed by Linda Levin • Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
    P: (312)-320-6741 llevin@jamesonsir.com;llevin@jamesonsir.com

Property Details for 1232 Ridge Avenue

Area
Evanston
Township
Evanston
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
4.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
4.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
7
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Radiant
LISTING UPDATED: 11/18/2025 09:46 AM

Property Details for 1232 Ridge Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #12265463
Days on Market250
Taxes$63,558 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 3 Stories
Year Built1896
Lot Size0.89 AC / 38,768 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 1232 Ridge Avenue

Stories-Year Built1896Building Size-Lot Size0.89 AC / 38,768 SF

Payment Calculator

$19,577 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$14,281

Property Taxes

$5,297

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 1232 Ridge Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 65
  • Elementary School: Washington Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Nichols Middle School
  • High School District: 202
  • High School: Evanston Twp High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 65
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Yes, Detached, Garage
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 18
  • Bedrooms Total: 11
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Storage Space, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 11
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Other
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Bedroom 8, Bedroom 9, Bedroom 10, Bedroom 11, Breakfast Room, Office, Sitting Room
  • Num of Baths: 6.2
Exterior Features
  • Type: 3 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Refrigerator-Bar, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Compactor-Trash, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator, Other (Appliances)
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 38X621
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Stone
  • Roof Type: Slate
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Assessor Square Footage: 10109
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 5
  • Document Date: 2025-04-07T15:06:15
  • Photos Count: 46
  • OpenHouse Count: 2
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 32X21
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 18X16
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 26X21
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 21X18
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 13X19
Bedroom #6 Information
  • 6th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 6
  • Bedroom #6 Room Dimensions: 14X14
Bedroom #7 Information
  • 7th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 7
  • Bedroom #7 Room Dimensions: 18X10
Bedroom #8 Information
  • 8th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 8
  • Bedroom #8 Room Dimensions: 18X6
Bedroom #9 Information
  • 9th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 9
  • Bedroom #9 Room Dimensions: 16X22
Bedroom #10 Information
  • 10th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 10
  • Bedroom #10 Room Dimensions: 14X14
Bedroom #11 Information
  • 11th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 11
  • Bedroom #11 Room Dimensions: 12X19
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 22X16
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 13X13
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 18X23
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Second
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 13X13
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 22X39
Office Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Office
  • Dimensions: 23X17
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Dimensions: 9X9
Sitting Room Information
  • Room Level: Third
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Dimensions: 37X17

Property History for 1232 Ridge Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 4, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12265463

$2,890,000—
Apr 7, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12265463

$3,200,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/04/2025

Price Change

MRED #12265463

$2,890,000
04/07/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12265463

$3,200,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1232 Ridge Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$84,966Additions$175,232Total$260,198
Tax Record2023$61,546 ($5,129 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,449 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,449 SqFtStories2Lot Size38,621 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1895CountyCOOKAPN11-19-100-007Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1232 Ridge Avenue

This home is within Evanston Twp Hsd 202 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Rice Childrens Center
Public - 1 to 8
Nichols Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Evanston Twp High School
Public - 9 to 12
Eths Day School
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Rice Childrens Center
Public1 to 8

Nichols Middle School
Public6 to 8

Evanston Twp High School
Public9 to 12

Eths Day School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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More information about 1232 Ridge Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202

1232 Ridge Avenue is a single family home for sale in Evanston, IL 60202. This property was listed for sale on April 7, 2025 by Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty, it's currently listed at $2,890,000. This listing's school districts are Evanston Central Consolidated School District 65, Evanston Twp Hsd 202 School District. Nearby schools include Rice Childrens Center, Nichols Middle School and Evanston Twp High School. 1232 Ridge Avenue is a 11-bed, 8-bath, 8,600 sqft single family home built in 1896.

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