$2,490,000

1232 Ridge Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202

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11 beds 6.5 baths 8,600 sqft (estimated) Built 1896 Residential MLS #MRD12265463 450 days on market

Listing courtesy of Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty · 312-751-0300 · MLS #MRD12265463 · Status: Active

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.

Property details

Interior

Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Wine Refrigerator, Other
Flooring: Hardwood
Fireplaces: 7
Fireplace details: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
Basement: Partially Finished, Storage Space, Full
Laundry: In Unit
Additional rooms: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Bedroom 7, Bedroom 8, Bedroom 9, Bedroom 10, Bedroom 11, Breakfast Room, Office, Sitting Room
Total rooms: 18

Building & exterior

Style: Greystone
Age: 100+ Years
Exterior: Stone
Roof: Slate

Parking

Garage spaces: 4
Total spaces: 4
Parking details: Yes, Detached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions: 38X621
Township: Evanston
County: Cook

Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas, Radiant
Cooling: Central Air
Water: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer

HOA & community

Assessment includes: None

Schools

Elementary: Washington Elementary School (65)
Junior high: Nichols Middle School (65)
High school: Evanston Twp High School (202)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes: $63,557 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN): 11191000070000
PIN: 11191000070000
Ownership: Fee Simple
Possession: Closing
Special conditions: None
Listed: 4/7/2025

Rooms

Room	Size	Level	Flooring
Bedroom 5	13X19	Third	Hardwood
Bedroom 6	14X14	Third	Hardwood
Bedroom 7	18X10	Third	Hardwood
Bedroom 8	18X6	Third	Hardwood
Bedroom 9	16X22	Main	Hardwood
Bedroom 10	14X14	Second	Hardwood
Bedroom 11	12X19	Second	Hardwood
Breakfast Room	9X9	Main	Hardwood
Office	23X17	Second	Hardwood
Sitting Room	37X17	Third	Hardwood
Bedroom 2	18X16	Second	Hardwood
Bedroom 3	26X21	Third	Hardwood
Bedroom 4	21X18	Third	Hardwood
Dining Room	22X16	Main	Hardwood
Family Room	13X13	Main	Hardwood
Kitchen	18X23	Main	Hardwood
Laundry	13X13	Second	Hardwood
Living Room	22X39	Main	Hardwood
Master Bedroom	32X21	Second	Hardwood

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