For Sale367d on marketHistoric · 130 yrs
1232 Ridge Ave
Evanston, IL, 60202 • 60202 • Cook County
$2,890,000
$336/sqft
-$310,000 since Aug 4, 2025
Down payment assistance available
11Beds
8Baths
8,600Sqft
0.89 acLot
1896Built
Property DNA
Greystone Style
Built 1896 · 130 years of history
7 Fireplaces
Wood Burning · Gas Starter · Family Room · Living Room · Master Bedroom · Other
4-Car Garage
Yes · Detached · Garage
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
This home is getting attention
Listed 367 days ago · 2,875 views · 119 saves
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
2,875 views
People checking out this listing
119 saves
Buyers have saved this home
367 days on market
Established listing
$336/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1896 · Historic
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.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights high ceilings, large windows, and original stained glass windows as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$18,849/month
Principal & Interest$14,996
Property Tax$2,890
Insurance$963
Down payment20% ($578,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.75% rate · 30yr fixed · $2,312,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1896
HeatingNatural Gas, Radiant
CoolingCentral Air
Parking4 Garage spaces
Lot0.89 Acres
Days on Zillow367 Days
Price/sqft$336
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleGreystone
Year built1896
Stories3
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Radiant
CoolingCentral Air
RoofSlate
ConstructionStone
Water / SewerLake Michigan / Public Sewer
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingYes, Detached, Garage
Garage4 spaces
BasementPartially Finished,Storage Space,Full
Fireplaces7
Lot0.89 Acres
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60202
Annual tax$63,557
Parcel1119100007
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths6
Features & details
9 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Double Oven
Microwave
Dishwasher
Refrigerator
Bar Fridge
Freezer
Washer
Dryer
Disposal
Trash Compactor
Wine Refrigerator
Other
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Radiant
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
In Unit
Fireplace
Wood Burning
Gas Starter
Family Room
Living Room
Master Bedroom
Other
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Yes
Detached
Garage
Construction
Stone
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Second32×21 ft672 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)Bathroom (Full)
Bedroom2
Second18×16 ft288 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom3
Third26×21 ft546 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom4
Third21×18 ft378 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom5
Third13×19 ft247 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom6
Third14×14 ft196 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Days on market367
Tax rate1.99%
Price/sqft$336
On marketApr 7, 2025
PostedApr 7, 2025
MLS statusActive
MLS updatedMar 4, 2026
Tour days9
Views2,875
Favorites119
How are the schools in Evanston?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Evanston, IL, 60202
Price history
2 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Aug 4, 2025Price Change$2,890,000$336MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Apr 7, 2025Listed For Sale$3,200,000$372MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Price Change$2,890,000
Aug 4, 2025•$336/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listed For Sale$3,200,000
Apr 7, 2025•$372/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Tax history
20 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 10, 2023$61,546$260,198
Apr 10, 2022$68,562$301,315
Apr 10, 2021$56,142$211,555
Apr 10, 2020$55,393$211,555
Apr 10, 2019$52,432$229,952
Apr 10, 2018$51,363$193,659
Apr 10, 2017$50,051$193,659
Apr 10, 2016$49,010$193,659
Apr 10, 2015$41,615$159,699
Apr 10, 2014$41,244$159,699
Apr 10, 2013$40,268$159,699
Apr 10, 2009$42,673$213,482
Apr 10, 2008$41,009$222,375
Apr 10, 2007$38,979$222,375
Apr 10, 2006$36,403$182,158
Apr 10, 2005$36,073$182,158
Apr 10, 2004$35,081$182,158
Apr 10, 2002$29,183$137,999
Apr 10, 2001$25,148$141,214
Apr 10, 2000$24,692$106,176
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Evanston, IL • Cook County
Nearby neighborhoods
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Nearby cities
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Nearby zip codes
602016020260203602046020860209
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