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$925,000$475 / 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 98How 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 $437,500 on Jul 2, 1999

9242 RIDGEWAY AVE

EVANSTON, IL 60203
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
1,949 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.
3,930 ft²
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1959
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
8
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

$925K
$904K low$946K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$437,500 · Jul 2, 1999

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$5,665 (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.$34,627 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,253
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$26,374
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$26,800
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$346,270

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.42
38
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.
64
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.
40
DroughtProjected water shortage risk, scored 0 to 100. Higher means more strain on the local water supply.
Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.7 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%

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
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Split Level
CountyCOOK
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1960
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.09
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.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Yes
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, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

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
Walker Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.2 mi
H
Evanston Township High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.1 mi
M
Chute Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.2 mi

District: Evanston Community Consolidated School District 65

Neighborhood · ZIP 60203These 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.23
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.115
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.46

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.97%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.34%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.5%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.4,233
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.6,459 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$144,669
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$173,318
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%

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How this home compares

9242 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 93% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs more per square foot than 96% of homes in Evanston 60203
  • Bigger than 69% of homes in Cook County
  • Has a smaller lot than 82% of homes in Evanston 60203
  • Newer than 74% of homes in Evanston 60203

What homes are worth in Evanston 60203

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

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$308K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 86% of homes in Evanston 60203.

How it measures up in Evanston 60203

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Evanston 60203.

Estimated value$925,000
CheaperTypical $603,700Pricier

Pricier than 86% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$475
CheaperTypical $356Pricier

Pricier than 96% of homes nearby

Living area1,949 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,852 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 55% of homes nearby

Lot size3,930 ft²
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 18% of homes nearby

Year built1959
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 74% of homes nearby

How 9242 Ridgeway Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEvanston 60203Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$925,00086% of homes93% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$47596% of homes95% of homes
Living areabigger than1,949 ft²55% of homes69% of homes
Lot sizebigger than3,930 ft²18% of homes27% of homes
Year builtnewer than195974% of homes51% of homes

About 9242 Ridgeway Ave

How much is 9242 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 9242 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL is $925,000 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $903,741 to $946,259. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 9242 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL last sell?

9242 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL last sold on Jul 2, 1999 for $437,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 9242 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL?

9242 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 1,949 square feet of living space and a 0.09-acre lot.

When was 9242 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL built?

9242 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL was built in 1959, making it 67 years old. It is a split level home.

What schools serve 9242 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL?

9242 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL is assigned to Walker Elementary School (elementary), rated B+; Evanston Township High School (high), rated B+; Chute Middle School (middle), rated A-. All sit in Evanston Community Consolidated School District 65. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 9242 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL compare to other homes in Evanston 60203?

Among the 1,820 homes in Evanston 60203, it is worth more than 86% of them ($925,000 against a typical $603,700), its price per square foot is higher than 96% of them ($475 against a typical $356), it is bigger than 55% of them (1,949 ft² against a typical 1,852 ft²), its lot is bigger than 18% of them (3,930 ft² against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 74% of them (1959 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 93% 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 9242 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 9242 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL was $5,665. The county assessed it at $34,627.

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