$2,490,000
$3,200,000 · just reduced
1232 Ridge Avenue
Evanston, IL 60202
- Beds
- 11
- Baths
- 6 full · 2 half
- Sqft
- 8,600
- $/sqft
- $290
- Lot
- 0.89 ac
- Built
- 1896
- Type
- Single Family
- MLS#
- MRD12265463
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.
Payment calculator
Estimated monthly cost for this home
$18,614/mo
- Principal & interest
- $12,591
- Property taxes
- $5,296
- Home insurance (est.)
- $726
Estimate only, not a quote or offer of credit. Taxes from the listing's MRED record. Talk to a lender for real numbers; a Subdiview agent can introduce you to a good one.
Price & tax history
| Current price | $2,490,000▼ $710,000 from original |
| Listed Apr 7, 2025 | $3,200,000 |
| 2024 property taxes | $63,558/yr |
From the listing's MRED record. MRED does not publish per-change dates through IDX, so price changes are shown without one rather than guessed.
Schools
Assigned schools per the listing's MRED record. Always verify with the district before you buy.
Elementary
Washington Elementary School
65
Middle
Nichols Middle School
65
High school
Evanston Township High School202
See programs, enrollment & homes near this school →
Where it sits
MRED Broker ReciprocityThis listing is part of the MRED data exchange program provided courtesy of Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty, listed by Linda Levin.
Information last updated Jun 30, 2026, 3:23 PM.
1232 Ridge Avenue
Evanston, IL 60202
Talk to a Subdiview agent.
Local. They live in the area and know what’s behind these floor plans, not someone who paid for a lead.
Get the full disclosure packet, recent comps, and a private showing within 24 hours.
Call 224-385-8779Property details
Sourced from the MRED MLS feed. Last updated when the listing was modified.
- Cooling
- Central Air
- Heating
- Natural Gas, Radiant
- Basement
- Partially Finished, Storage Space, Full
- Flooring
- Hardwood
- Appliances
- Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Trash Compactor, Wine Refrigerator, Other
- Rooms total
- 18
- Fireplaces total
- 7
- Laundry features
- In Unit
- Fireplace features
- Wood Burning, Gas Starter