Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds
505 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
Single FamilyProperty Type
9,450 sq ftLot Size
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Hidden gem in the Brooklyn of Chicago...south Evanston. Mid-century, SF w/ modern renovations & style! Large foyer welcomes you to open & spacious LR, DR & KIT. Full east wall of new windows & sliding glass doors overlooking your lush & private backyard. Exceptionally high ceilings w/ tons of natural light. Incredible chef's kitchen w/ professional grade, Viking appliances, including 2 beverage refrigerators & a built in granite buffet & removable banquette, eat-in breakfast nook. Main level ideal...Hidden gem in the Brooklyn of Chicago...south Evanston. Mid-century, SF w/ modern renovations & style! Large foyer welcomes you to open & spacious LR, DR & KIT. Full east wall of new windows & sliding glass doors overlooking your lush & private backyard. Exceptionally high ceilings w/ tons of natural light. Incredible chef's kitchen w/ professional grade, Viking appliances, including 2 beverage refrigerators & a built in granite buffet & removable banquette, eat-in breakfast nook. Main level ideal for everyday living & entertaining. Bdrm level features 4, huge, all en-suite bedrms, w/ a generous, well lit foyer to the level & laundry Rm. Walk-in, cedar closet in the master bdrm & renovated master bath. LL showcased w/ pool table & Tiki wet bar but is perfect space for kids play rm, fitness area or fam rm. Additional, large storage rm & a tons of closet space on LL. Marble window sil ledges t/o w/ new triple pane windows. Built like a bombshelter, this quality constructed home is solid!

    Sold By @properties

    Listing closed: 06/02/2017 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 09582807

    Recent comparable sales

    Median sold price

    $849,100

    Avg days on market

    29

    Sale-to-list ratio

    96.8%

    Evanston, IL

    9 comparable properties found

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    Property Information for 505 Ridge Avenue

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $15,205 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
    • County: Cook County
    • Area: Evanston
    • Township: EVANSTON
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2.5
    • Parking Included in Price: Yes
    • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
    • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 1
    • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air
    Building Information
    • Lot Size: 0.22 AC / 9,450 SF
    General Information
    School Information
    • Elementary School District: 65
    • Elementary School: OAKTON ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
    • High School District: 65
    • Middle Or Junior School District: 65
    Addtl Parking Information
    • Garage On Site: true
    • Garage Ownership: Owned
    • Garage Type: Attached
    • Parking: Garage
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
    • Association Fee Includes: None
    • Master Association Fee: No
    Property Information
    Interior Features
    • Interior Property Features: Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, Second Floor Laundry
    • Num Of Rooms: 9
    • Bedrooms Total: 4
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink
    • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
    • Basement Type: Full
    • Bedrooms Possible: 4
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air
    • Basement Description: Finished
    • Basement Bathrooms: No
    • Fireplace Location: Living Room
    • Room Type: Storage, Office, Foyer, Mud Room, Utility Room-Lower Level, Walk In Closet
    • Num of Baths: 3.1
    Exterior Features
    • Type: 2 Stories
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Water: Lake Michigan
    • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator, Cooktop
    Property/Lot Information
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: Yes
    • Rehab Year: 2005
    • Built Before 1978: Yes
    • Age: Unknown
    • Type Detached: 2 Stories
    • Total Sq Ft: 0
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
    • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
    • Lot Dimensions: 50 X 189
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Exterior Building Type: Brick
    • General Information: None
    • Living Area Source: Not Reported
    Property and Assessments
    • Photos Count: 20
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Virtual Tour YN: No
    • Virtual Tour Date: 04-05-2017
    Room Information
    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 20X19
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 16X14
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 16X14
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 20X19
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 19X12
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: Basement
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    • Family Room Dimensions: 23X18
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 19X11
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Second
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Dimensions: 6X6
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Dimensions: 26X18
    Walk In Closet 1 Information
    • Room Level: Second
    • Room Type: Walk In Closet
    • Dimensions: 11X7
    Storage Room 1 Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Storage
    • Dimensions: 15X3
    Foyer Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Foyer
    • Dimensions: 20X8
    Mud Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Mud Room
    • Dimensions: 3X8
    Office Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Office
    • Dimensions: 13X11
    Utility Room Lower Level Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Utility Room-Lower Level
    • Dimensions: 26X12

    Property History for 505 Ridge Avenue

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Jun 2, 2017

    Sold

    MRED #09582807

    $875,000
    May 29, 2017

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #598284956

    $875,000

    +3.3% / yr

    Apr 8, 2017

    Pending

    MRED #09582807

    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    06/02/2017

    Sold

    MRED #09582807

    $875,000
    05/29/2017

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #598284956

    $875,000

    +3.3% / yr

    04/08/2017

    Pending

    MRED #09582807

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

    Public Records for 505 Ridge Avenue

    Taxable ValueLand$17,765Additions$59,235Total$77,000
    Tax Record2023$18,074 ($1,506 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds4Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt2,900 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,900 SqFtStories2Lot Size9,350 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1959CountyCOOKAPN11-19-327-015Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

    Schools near 505 Ridge Avenue

    This home is within Evanston Twp Hsd 202 School District.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Public - K to 5
    Public - 6 to 8
    Public - 9 to 12
    Public - 1 to 8
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Oakton Elementary School
    PublicK to 5

    Chute Middle School
    Public6 to 8

    Evanston Twp High School
    Public9 to 12

    Rice Childrens Center
    Public1 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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