2236 Ridge Ave

Evanston, IL 60201

$1,450,000
Price
5
Beds
3,898 Sq. Ft.
$372 / Sq. Ft.
3,898
Sq. Ft.
$372
per Sq. Ft.
Open: 12/21 12:00PM - 01:30PM
Open: 12/21 12:00PM - 01:30PM

Description

Gracious 5-bedroom Victorian in Northeast Evanston! Welcome to 2236 Ridge Avenue-a stately and elegant frame Victorian located in sought-after Northeast Evanston. Winning an Evanston Preservation Award, this Evanston landmark seamlessly blends timeless architectural charm with spacious, modern living. Step inside through a custom leaded-glass front door and be greeted by a grand foyer and graceful curved staircase. The main level boasts soaring 10' ceilings, rich oak hardwood floors, and abundant...Gracious 5-bedroom Victorian in Northeast Evanston! Welcome to 2236 Ridge Avenue-a stately and elegant frame Victorian located in sought-after Northeast Evanston. Winning an Evanston Preservation Award, this Evanston landmark seamlessly blends timeless architectural charm with spacious, modern living. Step inside through a custom leaded-glass front door and be greeted by a grand foyer and graceful curved staircase. The main level boasts soaring 10' ceilings, rich oak hardwood floors, and abundant natural light. The living room features a dramatic bay window, crown molding, floor-to-ceiling windows, and a decorative fireplace, while the formal dining room adds warmth and character with its own bay window and fireplace. Perfect for modern living, the expansive kitchen is equipped with oak cabinetry, granite-look counters, tile flooring, and top-tier appliances including a Sub-Zero fridge, Miele dishwasher, double ovens, and a large island with built-in cooktop and breakfast bar. Adjacent to the kitchen, a sunny breakfast room opens to a terrace with a built-in gas grill-ideal for al fresco dining. A cozy family room leads to a shaded deck with elegant pillared sides, offering direct access to the large, landscaped backyard. A rare first-floor bedroom with a full bath (currently used as an office) adds flexibility for guests or multi-generational living. Upstairs, find four bedrooms, including a luxurious primary suite with a gas fireplace, dual walk-in closets, and an expansive en-suite bath featuring a jacuzzi tub, walk-in shower, double vanity, and private water closet. A charming second-floor landing offers space for a reading nook or office, and a private balcony off the fourth bedroom provides a serene outdoor retreat. Additional highlights include: Three-car brick garage, multiple terraces and outdoor entertaining areas, finished basement flexible-use rooms large laundry/utility closet on the main floor, attic storage and central heat and air conditioning! Located on a quieter stretch of Ridge, the home is shielded by professional landscaping. With its blend of historic character, spacious layout, and prime location near schools, parks, and transit, 2236 Ridge is the perfect place to call home. Schedule your private tour today.
  1. Listed by Jackie Mack • Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
    P: (847)-869-7300 C: (847)-274-6676 jmack@jamesonsir.com; jmack@jamesonsir.com

Property Details for 2236 Ridge Avenue

Area
Evanston
Township
Evanston
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
3.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
3.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
3
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air

Open Houses

Sunday, Dec 21st

12:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Public

LISTING UPDATED: 11/19/2025 02:01 AM

Property Details for 2236 Ridge Avenue

StatusActive
MLS #12454789
Days on Market116
Taxes$27,769 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1889
Lot Size0.25 AC / 10,715 SF
CountyCook County

Location

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Building Information for 2236 Ridge Avenue

Stories-Year Built1889Building Size-Lot Size0.25 AC / 10,715 SF

Payment Calculator

$9,479 per month

30 year fixed, 6.28% Interest

Principal and Interest

$7,165

Property Taxes

$2,314

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 2236 Ridge Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 65
  • Elementary School: Orrington Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Haven Middle School
  • High School District: 202
  • High School: Evanston Twp High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 65
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, 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
  • Interior Property Features: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Num Of Rooms: 12
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Decorative
  • Basement Type: Finished, Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room,Master Bedroom,Dining Room
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Breakfast Room, Attic, Recreation Room, Foyer, Utility Room-Lower Level, Storage, Walk In Closet, Balcony/Porch/Lanai
  • Num of Baths: 3.1
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s)
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Balcony
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 72x150x72x150
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Cedar, Frame
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 3898
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 4
  • Document Date: 2025-11-17T18:10:13
  • Photos Count: 64
  • OpenHouse Count: 18
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Additional Media Type 1: Video
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 17X16
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 23X15
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 13X9
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 14X13
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 22X18
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 19X16
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 17X16
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 20X17
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Dimensions: 7X7
Storage Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Dimensions: 19X17
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 20X7
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 24X17
Balcony/Porch/Lanai Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Balcony/Porch/Lanai
  • Dimensions: 11X5
Attic Room Information
  • Room Level: Third
  • Room Type: Attic
  • Dimensions: 18X17
Breakfast Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Breakfast Room
  • Dimensions: 14X10
Utility Room Lower Level Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
  • Dimensions: 19X17

Property History for 2236 Ridge Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Oct 23, 2025

Price Change

MRED #12454789

$1,450,000—
Sep 25, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12454789

$1,490,000—
Nov 5, 2018

Sold

MRED #10072330

$1,044,000—
Sep 26, 2018

Pending

MRED #10072330

—
Sep 5, 2018

Cancelled

MRED #09990337

$1,149,000—
Sep 5, 2018

Listed (Active)

MRED #10072330

$1,149,000—
Jul 13, 2018

Listed (Active)

MRED #09990337

$1,195,000—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
10/23/2025

Price Change

MRED #12454789

$1,450,000
09/25/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12454789

$1,490,000
11/05/2018

Sold

MRED #10072330

$1,044,000
09/26/2018

Pending

MRED #10072330

—
09/05/2018

Cancelled

MRED #09990337

$1,149,000
09/05/2018

Listed (Active)

MRED #10072330

$1,149,000
07/13/2018

Listed (Active)

MRED #09990337

$1,195,000

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

Public Records for 2236 Ridge Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$26,780Additions$90,220Total$117,000
Tax Record2023$27,769 ($2,314 / month)
Home Facts
Beds6Baths3Total Finished SqFt3,898 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,898 SqFtStories2Lot Size10,712 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1889CountyCOOKAPN11-07-113-042Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 2236 Ridge Avenue

This home is within Evanston Twp Hsd 202 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Orrington Elementary School
Public - K to 5
Haven Middle School
Public - 6 to 8
Evanston Twp High School
Public - 9 to 12
M L King Jr Lab Experimental School
Public - K to 8
Rating
School
Distance
Orrington Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Haven Middle School
Public6 to 8

Evanston Twp High School
Public9 to 12

M L King Jr Lab Experimental School
PublicK to 8

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 2236 Ridge Avenue, Evanston, IL 60201

2236 Ridge Avenue is a single family home for sale in Evanston, IL 60201. This property was listed for sale on September 25, 2025 by Jameson Sotheby's International Realty, it's currently listed at $1,450,000. It has been on the market for a total of 116 days and was last sold on November 5, 2018. This listing's school districts are Evanston Central Consolidated School District 65, Evanston Twp Hsd 202 School District. Nearby schools include Orrington Elementary School, Haven Middle School and Evanston Twp High School. 2236 Ridge Avenue is a 5-bed, 4-bath, 3,898 sqft single family home built in 1889.

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