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$1,149,991$358 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 95How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $890,000 on May 17, 2018

2252 RIDGE AVE

EVANSTON, IL 60201
6
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
3,212 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.24 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1896
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
10
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.1M
$1.1M low$1.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$890,000 · May 17, 2018

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$23,964 (2023)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$101,424 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$25,973
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$75,451
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$101,422
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,014,240

Climate Risk

Overall riskThe average of the five hazard scores below, on a 0 to 100 scale. Higher means greater projected risk over the coming decades.33
1
FloodProjected flooding risk from rivers, heavy rain, and storm surge, scored 0 to 100. Higher is riskier.
1
WildfireProjected wildfire risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how much land burns in a typical year. Higher is riskier.
67
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
67
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
33
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.24
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Hot Water
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached

Transaction History(1)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

E
Orrington Elementary SchoolA
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.5 mi
M
Haven Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Evanston Township High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi

District: Evanston Community Consolidated School District 65

Neighborhood · ZIP 60201These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.101
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.113
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.45

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.32%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.13%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.39,064
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.8,348 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$100,018
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$160,971
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

2252 Ridge Ave measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 96% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs more per square foot than 83% of homes in Cook County
  • Bigger than 90% of homes in Evanston 60201
  • Has a bigger lot than 71% of homes in Cook County
  • Older than 96% of homes in Cook County

What homes are worth in Evanston 60201

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

This home
$210K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 82% of homes in Evanston 60201.

How it measures up in Evanston 60201

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Evanston 60201.

Estimated value$1,149,991
CheaperTypical $688,510Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$358
CheaperTypical $411Pricier

Pricier than 35% of homes nearby

Living area3,212 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,700 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size0.24 ac
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1896
OlderTypical 1938Newer

Newer than 6% of homes nearby

How 2252 Ridge Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEvanston 60201Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,149,99182% of homes96% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$35835% of homes83% of homes
Living areabigger than3,212 ft²90% of homes90% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.24 ac64% of homes71% of homes
Year builtnewer than18966% of homes4% of homes

About 2252 Ridge Ave

How much is 2252 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2252 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL is $1,149,991 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,091,318 to $1,208,664. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2252 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL last sell?

2252 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL last sold on May 17, 2018 for $890,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2252 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL?

2252 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL has 6 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,212 square feet of living space and a 0.24-acre lot.

When was 2252 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL built?

2252 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL was built in 1896, making it 130 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 2252 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL?

2252 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL is assigned to Orrington Elementary School (elementary), rated A; Haven Middle School (middle), rated B+; Evanston Township High School (high), rated B+. All sit in Evanston Community Consolidated School District 65. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2252 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL compare to other homes in Evanston 60201?

Among the 11,329 homes in Evanston 60201, it is worth more than 82% of them ($1,149,991 against a typical $688,510), its price per square foot is higher than 35% of them ($358 against a typical $411), it is bigger than 90% of them (3,212 ft² against a typical 1,700 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (0.24 ac against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 6% of them (1896 against a typical 1938). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 96% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 2252 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 2252 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL was $23,964. The county assessed it at $101,424.

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