Cary Kalant

1232 Ridge Avenue

Evanston, IL
$ 2,490,000 Beds 11 Baths 7 Sq 8,600
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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.

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  • Price
  • $ 2,490,000
  • City
  • Evanston
  • Bedrooms
  • 11
  • Full Bathrooms
  • 6
  • County
  • COOK
  • Half Bathrooms
  • 2
  • Area
  • Evanston
  • Lot Size
  • 0.89 Acres
  • Zip
  • 60202
  • Sqr Footage
  • 8,600
  • Year Built
  • 1896
  • Taxes
  • $ 63557
  • Style
  • Greystone
  • MLS#
  • 12265463
Listed By: Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
Data Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Features

General

Living Area 8600
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Natural Gas,Radiant
Cooling Central Air
Possession Closing
Roof Slate
Appliances Double Oven,Microwave,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Bar Fridge,Freezer,Washer,Dryer,Disposal,Trash Compactor,Wine Refrigerator,Other
Garage Spaces 4
Association Fee Includes None
Architectural Style Greystone
Construction Materials Stone
Year Built 1896
Township Evanston
Tax Year 2024
Ownership Fee Simple
Assoc Fee Paid Per Not Applicable
County Cook
New Construction No
Property Type Residential
Total Rooms 18
Full Baths 6
Status Active
Directions Go to Ridge to Dempster
High School Evanston Twp High School
City Evanston
High School District 202
MLS Area Evanston
Elementary School Washington Elementary School
Tax Annual Amount 63557.95
Middle/Junior High School Nichols Middle School
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District 65
Elementary School District 65
Property Type Detached Single

Interior Features

Basement Partially Finished,Storage Space,Full
Flooring Hardwood
Total Fireplaces 7
Fireplace Features Wood Burning,Gas Starter
Half Baths 2
Laundry Features In Unit
Total Bedrooms 11
Room Type Bedroom 5,Bedroom 6,Bedroom 7,Bedroom 8,Bedroom 9,Bedroom 10,Bedroom 11,Breakfast Room,Office,Sitting Room
LivingAreaSource Estimated
Total Baths 8
Bedrooms Possible 11

Exterior Features

Parking Features Yes,Detached,Garage
Water Source Lake Michigan
Total Parking 4
Lot Dimensions 38X621
Lot Size Acres 0.89
Waterfront Y/N No

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Affordability Calculator

$3,786

Per Month

Based on the average sale price from the Elmwood Park, IL office

  • Monthly Principal & interest $2,658
  • Monthly Property Taxes $1,062
  • Monthly Home Insurance $67
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Schools

Elementary School Washington Elementary School
Middle School Nichols Middle School
High School Evanston Twp High School

Price History

4/7/2025 Listed $3,200,000
8/4/2025 10% - $2,890,000
4/16/2026 14% - $2,490,000

Property vs Zip Code Average in 60202

Price
AVG $920K
$2.49M
Taxes
AVG $14,536
$63,557
Year Built
AVG 1934
1896
Visits
AVG 231
1229
Data Provided by Inside Real Estate®

Areas That We Cover

1232 Ridge Avenue Evanston, IL is a Single Family Home for sale at $2490000 with 8600 sqft and a lot size of 0.89 Acres Acre(s). 1232 Ridge Avenue Evanston has 11 bedrooms, 6 baths and was built in 1896. The property's zip code is 60202 which is in Evanston, IL

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