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$491,822$394 / 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 $271,000 on Aug 4, 2015

2549 RIDGEWAY AVE

EVANSTON, IL 60201
2
Beds
2 / 1
Baths
1,248 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.
2,165 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1957
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
6
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$492K
$469K low$515K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$271,000 · Aug 4, 2015
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$371,822
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$297,458
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.24%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$120,000
FIRST ADVANTAGE MTG · 3.125% 2 · recorded Aug 4, 2015

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,976 (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.$28,000 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$5,500
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$22,500
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$27,999
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$280,000

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.34
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.
62
HeatProjected heat risk, scored 0 to 100, based on how many extremely hot days a year are expected. Higher is riskier.
66
StormProjected risk from heavy rainstorms, scored 0 to 100, based on how often extreme rainfall is expected. Higher is riskier.
40
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.Row House
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Modern
CountyCook
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.05
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Masonry/Concrete Masonry Units (Cmus)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Composition Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Detached

Transaction History(2)

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
Willard Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Haven Middle SchoolB+
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.3 mi
H
Evanston Township High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.7 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

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

2549 Ridgeway 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 76% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Cook County
  • Smaller than 74% of homes in Evanston 60201
  • Has a smaller lot than 98% of homes in Evanston 60201

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
$215K$1.9M

This home is worth more than 37% 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$491,822
CheaperTypical $657,248Pricier

Pricier than 37% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$394
CheaperTypical $412Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area1,248 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,700 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 26% of homes nearby

Lot size2,165 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.18 acBigger

Bigger than 2% of homes nearby

Year built1957
OlderTypical 1938Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 2549 Ridgeway Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEvanston 60201Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$491,82237% of homes76% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$39444% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than1,248 ft²26% of homes36% of homes
Lot sizebigger than2,165 ft²2% of homes3% of homes
Year builtnewer than195764% of homes48% of homes

About 2549 Ridgeway Ave

How much is 2549 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2549 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL is $491,822 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $468,605 to $515,039. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2549 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL last sell?

2549 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL last sold on Aug 4, 2015 for $271,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2549 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL?

2549 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL has 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,248 square feet of living space and a 0.05-acre lot.

When was 2549 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL built?

2549 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL was built in 1957, making it 69 years old. It is a modern home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 2549 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL?

2549 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL is assigned to Willard Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; 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 2549 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL compare to other homes in Evanston 60201?

Among the 11,323 homes in Evanston 60201, it is worth more than 37% of them ($491,822 against a typical $657,248), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($394 against a typical $412), it is bigger than 26% of them (1,248 ft² against a typical 1,700 ft²), its lot is bigger than 2% of them (2,165 ft² against a typical 0.18 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (1957 against a typical 1938). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 76% 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 2549 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 2549 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL was $5,976. The county assessed it at $28,000.

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