195 Ridge Avenue

Closed 9/6/23
Closed 9/6/23
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Sold
Last Sold Price
$2,100,000
6 beds7,950 sqft
195 Ridge Ave, Winnetka, IL 60093
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.3 acresLot Size
1931Year Built
$264/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

MOVE-IN READY Home! Renovated (2003) and lovingly cared for and updated since, this home exudes quality. From perfectly scaled rooms with easy flow from one to the next, to a calming transitional aesthetic, to gorgeous millwork and finishes, to location within walking distance to train, town, and schools, this house has it all and so much more. Over 7000 SF of space make living, workiing, playing and entertaining family and friends a joy. The spacious and gorgeous living room and dining room are...MOVE-IN READY Home! Renovated (2003) and lovingly cared for and updated since, this home exudes quality. From perfectly scaled rooms with easy flow from one to the next, to a calming transitional aesthetic, to gorgeous millwork and finishes, to location within walking distance to train, town, and schools, this house has it all and so much more. Over 7000 SF of space make living, workiing, playing and entertaining family and friends a joy. The spacious and gorgeous living room and dining room are just off the foyer and flow seamlessly into one another. There is a sleek wet bar just off the foyer between the living spaces. The recently updated kitchen with ample seating at the breakfast bar, flows into a comfortable Family room with built ins, hangout space, and room for casual dining. A "nothing short of spectacular" first floor library/office has gorgeous custom glass doors, wood paneling and built in books shelves, coffered ceiling and a handsome fireplace, plus french doors to the terraced patio. Split second floor with 4 generously sized bedrooms and 3 BA, including a serene primary suite and marble bath. 2 great sized bedrooms bedrooms and baths are on 3rd Floor. And there is more. The finished basement is home to a rec room, an exercise room plus additional unfinished space for storage or potential for more living space. One room is already plumbed for a full bath. And... all this in a fabulous walkable location. You don't want to miss this one.

Listing Agent

  1. Catherine King

    Catherine King

    Listing Agent

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Sold By Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago

Listing closed: 09/06/2023 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 11805667

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$2,435,000

Avg days on market

23

Sale-to-list ratio

105.8%

Winnetka, IL

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Property Information for 195 Ridge Avenue

Property Details
  • Taxes: $24,940 / year
  • MLS Type: Detached Single / 3 Stories
  • County: Cook County
  • Area: Winnetka
  • Township: New Trier
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Num Of Cars: 2.0
  • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air, Space Pac
  • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 2
  • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Radiant, Radiator(s), Zoned
  • Architectural Style: Colonial
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1931
  • Lot Size: 0.30 AC / 13,068 SF
General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 36
  • Elementary School: Greeley Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Carleton W Washburne School
  • High School District: 203
  • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 36
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
  • Parking Ownership: Owned
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: East, West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, Second Floor Laundry, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Ceiling - 10 Foot, Historic/Period Mlwk, Paneling
  • Num Of Rooms: 14
  • Bedrooms Total: 6
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Attic: Finished
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Starter
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 6
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Space Pac
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished, Bathroom Rough-In, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Other
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Office, Recreation Room, Sitting Room, Exercise Room, Screened Porch, Foyer, Storage
  • Num of Baths: 4.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 3 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public, Sewer-Storm, Overhead Sewers
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: High End Refrigerator, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Range Hood
  • Other Equipment: Security System, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn, Air Purifier, Backup Sump Pump;, Generator, Water Heater-Gas
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio, Porch Screened, Other
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2003
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 91-100 Years
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 7950
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 7950
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 7950
  • Lower Sq Ft: 1983
  • Main Sq Ft: 2686
  • Upper Sq Ft: 3281
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 99.9 X 132.4
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Roof Type: Slate
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2023-06-16T22:34:39
  • Photos Count: 52
  • Rural: N
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: None
  • Virtual Tour Date: 06-20-2023
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 17X17
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 15X17
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X16
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 9X16
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 20X20
Bedroom #6 Information
  • 6th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 6
  • Bedroom #6 Room Dimensions: 12X18
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 15X19
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 19X27
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 12X22
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Second
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 10X15
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 15X28
Storage Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Dimensions: 17X42
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 13X13
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 14X21
Office Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Dimensions: 13X14
Exercise Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Exercise Room
  • Dimensions: 11X15
Bar or Entertainment Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bar/Entertainment
  • Dimensions: 4X9
Screened Porch Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Screened Porch
  • Dimensions: 9X10
Sitting Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Dimensions: 9X10

Property History for 195 Ridge Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Sep 6, 2023

Sold

MRED #11805667

$2,100,000—
Jul 31, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1518325229

$2,100,000—
Jun 24, 2023

Pending

MRED #11805667

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
09/06/2023

Sold

MRED #11805667

$2,100,000
07/31/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1518325229

$2,100,000
06/24/2023

Pending

MRED #11805667

—

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

Public Records for 195 Ridge Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$36,300Additions$100,700Total$137,000
Tax Record2023$31,761 ($2,647 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt4,117 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,117 SqFtStories2Lot Size13,200 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1932CountyCOOKAPN05-21-300-024Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 195 Ridge Avenue

This home is within Winnetka School District 36.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Greeley Elementary School
Public - K to 4
The Skokie School
Public - 5 to 6
Carleton W Washburne School
Public - 7 to 8
New Trier Township H S Northfield
Public - 9
Rating
School
Distance
Greeley Elementary School
PublicK to 4

The Skokie School
Public5 to 6

Carleton W Washburne School
Public7 to 8

New Trier Township H S Northfield
Public9

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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This home: 195 Ridge Avenue, Winnetka, IL 60093
$2,100,000
6
7,950
13,068
189 Ridge Avenue, Winnetka, IL 60093
$717,500
4
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7,958
205 Ridge Avenue, Winnetka, IL 60093
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5,695
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