Sold
Last Sold Price
2 beds1,000 sqft$288/sqft
601 Ridge Rd, Unit 401, Wilmette, IL 60091
CondoProperty Type
1969Year Built
$288/sq ftPrice per sq ft
$417/moHOA Fees
1 carParking Spaces

Description

This perfectly maintained penthouse unit is conveniently located between downtown Wilmette and the Edens Expressway that provides easy access to downtown Chicago. The desirable open floor plan is flooded with natural light featuring one of the best views in the building facing Washington Ave. The eat-in kitchen features stainless steel appliances and a pantry closet. The spacious primary suite includes a walk-in closet and bathroom. The second bedroom could also be used as an office and opens to...This perfectly maintained penthouse unit is conveniently located between downtown Wilmette and the Edens Expressway that provides easy access to downtown Chicago. The desirable open floor plan is flooded with natural light featuring one of the best views in the building facing Washington Ave. The eat-in kitchen features stainless steel appliances and a pantry closet. The spacious primary suite includes a walk-in closet and bathroom. The second bedroom could also be used as an office and opens to the main living space. The attention to detail can be seen in the imported European hardwood floors throughout and ceramic Italian tile in the half bathroom. There is one garage space and one exterior space included. It is an elevator building with on-site coin laundry and a designated storage closet in the basement. This condo has been lovingly cared for and is move-in ready for the next owner! Conveniently located, next to the Wilmette Historical Museum, Howard Park, close to downtown Wilmette, Metra line to Chicago, shops, and restaurants. Kitchen and all plumbing were updated in 2005, AC/heat replaced about 6 years ago, hot water tank 2 months ago, and the windows are about 4 years old.

    Sold By Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices American Heritage

    • Listed by: Danny McGovern 847.293.4687 danny@themcgoverngroup.com • RE/MAX Properties Northwest
    • Listed by: Cassidy Gooding 847.970.0752 cassidy@themcgoverngroup.com;cassidy@themcgoverngroup.com • RE/MAX Properties Northwest
    Listing closed: 07/18/2023 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 11798767

    Recent comparable sales

    Median sold price

    $255,000

    Avg days on market

    14

    Sale-to-list ratio

    96.1%

    Wilmette, IL

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    Property Information for 601 Ridge Road, Unit 401

    Property Details
    • Pet Policy: Allowed
    • Taxes: $2,655 / year
    • MLS Type: Attached Single / Condo
    • County: Cook County
    • Area: Wilmette
    • Township: New Trier
    • Ownership: Condo
    • Num Of Garage Spaces: 1.0
    • Num Of Cars: 2.0
    • Parking Included in Price: Yes
    • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
    • Heat/Fuel: Electric
    • Pets Allowed: Yes
    Building Information
    • Building/Complex: 601 Ridge Rd
    • Floor: 4
    • Stories: 4
    • Residences: 10
    • Pet Policy: Allowed
    • Pet Policy Details: Pets Allowed
    • Year Built: 1969
    General Information
    School Information
    • Elementary School District: 39
    • Elementary School: Mckenzie Elementary School
    • Jr High Middle School: Wilmette Junior High School
    • High School District: 203
    • High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi
    • Middle Or Junior School District: 39
    Addtl Parking Information
    • Garage On Site: true
    • Garage Type: Attached
    • Parking: Garage, Space/s
    • Parking Details: Assigned Spaces, Off Street
    • Parking On Site: true
    Pet Information
    • Max Pet Weight: 30.0
    • Pet Information: Cats OK, Dogs OK
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
    • Association Fee Includes: Water, Parking, Common Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
    • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
    Property Information
    Interior Features
    • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, Storage, Walk-In Closet(s)
    • Common Area Amenities: Coin Laundry, Elevator, Storage
    • Num Of Rooms: 5
    • Bedrooms Total: 2
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Unit Floor Level: 4
    • Basement Type: Full
    • Bedrooms Possible: 2
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air
    • Basement Description: Other
    • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
    • Basement Bathrooms: No
    • Room Type: Foyer, Walk In Closet
    • Num of Baths: 1.1
    Exterior Features
    • Type: Condo
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Water: Lake Michigan
    • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
    Property/Lot Information
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: Yes
    • Rehab Year: 2005
    • Built Before 1978: Yes
    • Age: 41-50 Years
    • Type Attached: Condo
    • Total Sq Ft: 0
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
    • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
    • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
    • Stories Total: 4
    • Total # Units in Building: 9.0
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Frame
    • General Information: Interstate Access
    • Living Area Source: Estimated
    • Assessor Square Footage: 0
    • Management Company: Sierra Realty & Management LLC.
    Property and Assessments
    • Public Document Count: 0
    • Photos Count: 22
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Virtual Tour YN: No
    Room Information
    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X15
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X12
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: N/A
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 9X12
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: N/A
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 15X8
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: N/A
    • Room Type: Laundry
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Dimensions: 12X17
    Walk In Closet 1 Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Walk In Closet
    • Dimensions: 7X5
    Foyer Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Foyer
    • Dimensions: 4X5

    Property History for 601 Ridge Road, Unit 401

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Jul 18, 2023

    Sold

    MRED #11798767

    $287,500
    Jul 14, 2023

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1515595566

    $287,500

    +2.4% / yr

    Jun 21, 2023

    Pending

    MRED #11798767

    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    07/18/2023

    Sold

    MRED #11798767

    $287,500
    07/14/2023

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1515595566

    $287,500

    +2.4% / yr

    06/21/2023

    Pending

    MRED #11798767

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

    Public Records for 601 Ridge Road, Unit 401

    Taxable ValueLand$3,165Additions$12,614Total$15,779
    Tax Record2023$2,226 ($185 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds2Total Finished SqFt1,105 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,105 SqFtLot Size9,990 SqFtStyleCondominiumYear Built1975CountyCOOKAPN05-33-110-022-1008

    Schools near 601 Ridge Road, Unit 401

    This home is within New Trier Twp Hsd 203 School District.
    Rating
    School
    Type
    Grades
    Distance
    Public - K to 4
    Public - 5 to 6
    Public - 7 to 8
    Public - 9
    Rating
    School
    Distance
    Mckenzie Elementary School
    PublicK to 4

    Highcrest Middle School
    Public5 to 6

    Wilmette Junior High 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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