1232 Ridge Avenue, Evanston, IL 60202

Evanston
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1232 Ridge Avenue,Evanston, IL 60202
$2,490,000
  • 11 Beds
  • 8 Baths
  • 8,600 sq. ft.
  • Single family
  • Active
Listed by: linda levin
Office: jameson sotheby's intl realty
MLS#:12265463
Source:MLSNI

Price summary

  • Price:$2,490,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$289.53

About this home

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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Home facts

  • Year built:1896
  • Listing ID #:12265463
  • Updated:September 21, 2026 at 11:04 AM

Rooms and interior

  • Bedrooms:11
  • Total bathrooms:8
  • Full bathrooms:6
  • Half bathrooms:2
  • Rooms Total:18
  • Dining Description:Breakfast Room, Separate Dining Room
  • Kitchen Description:Bar Fridge, Dishwasher, Disposal, Double Oven, Freezer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Trash Compactor, Wine Refrigerator
  • Basement Description:Full, Partially Finished
  • Living area:8,600 sq. ft.

Heating and cooling

  • Cooling:Central Air
  • Heating:Natural Gas, Radiant
  • Central air:Yes

Structure and exterior

  • Roof:Slate
  • Year built:1896
  • Building area:8,600 sq. ft.
  • Lot area:0.89 Acres
  • Architectural Style:Greystone
  • Levels:3 Story

Schools

  • High school:Evanston Twp High School
  • Middle school:Nichols Middle School
  • Elementary school:Washington Elementary School

Utilities

  • Water:Lake Michigan
  • Sewer:Public Sewer

Finances and disclosures

  • Price:$2,490,000
  • Price per sq. ft.:$289.53
  • Tax amount:$56,411 (2025)

Features and amenities

  • Laundry features:Dryer, Washer

Parking

  • Total parking spaces:4
  • Parking description:Detached Garage, Garage
  • Garage:Yes
  • Garage spaces:4
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