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$1,298,116$366 / 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 87How 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

9434 RIDGEWAY AVE

EVANSTON, IL 60203
5
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,546 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.
0.18 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1940
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
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

$1.3M
$1.1M low$1.5M high
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.$961,116
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$768,893
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.27%
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.$337,000
WELLSFARGOBANKNA · 6.37% 2 · recorded May 22, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$16,698 (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.$98,000 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$16,506
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$81,494
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$76,165
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$980,000

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.
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.

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
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.1941
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.18
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.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(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
Walker Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
H
Evanston Township High SchoolB+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.2 mi
M
Chute Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 2.4 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%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Absentee owner
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.Yes

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

9434 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 97% of homes in Evanston 60203
  • Costs more per square foot than 84% of homes in Cook County
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Evanston 60203
  • Older than 93% 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.

This home
$304K$1.3M

This home is worth more than 97% 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$1,298,116
CheaperTypical $602,185Pricier

Pricier than 97% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$366
CheaperTypical $355Pricier

Pricier than 58% of homes nearby

Living area3,546 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,849 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 93% of homes nearby

Lot size0.18 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 9434 Ridgeway Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEvanston 60203Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,298,11697% of homes97% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$36658% of homes84% of homes
Living areabigger than3,546 ft²93% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.18 ac57% of homes59% of homes
Year builtnewer than19407% of homes29% of homes

About 9434 Ridgeway Ave

How much is 9434 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 9434 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL is $1,298,116 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $1,126,921 to $1,469,311. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 9434 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL last sell?

9434 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL last sold on Jan 1, 1900, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 9434 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL?

9434 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL has 5 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,546 square feet of living space and a 0.18-acre lot.

When was 9434 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL built?

9434 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 9434 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL?

9434 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 9434 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL compare to other homes in Evanston 60203?

Among the 1,819 homes in Evanston 60203, it is worth more than 97% of them ($1,298,116 against a typical $602,185), its price per square foot is higher than 58% of them ($366 against a typical $355), it is bigger than 93% of them (3,546 ft² against a typical 1,849 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (0.18 ac against a typical 0.17 ac) and it is newer than 7% of them (1940 against a typical 1955). Measured against all of Cook County, it is worth more than 97% 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 9434 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 9434 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL was $16,698. The county assessed it at $98,000.

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