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$1,044,645$322 / 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 92How 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 $695,000 on Jun 7, 2005

9516 RIDGEWAY AVE

EVANSTON, IL 60203
4
Beds
4 / 1
Baths
3,242 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.
0.19 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

$1M
$957K low$1.1M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$695,000 · Jun 7, 2005
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.$319,645
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$255,716
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.68%
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.$400,000
CDK MORTGAGE INC · recorded Jun 7, 2005
2nd 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.$325,000
WELLS FARGO BANK

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$16,580 (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.$69,702 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$14,329
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$55,373
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$69,702
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$697,020

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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.19
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
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(3)

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 · 0.5 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.Owner occupied
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

9516 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 95% of homes in Cook County
  • Costs less per square foot than 75% of homes in Evanston 60203
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Cook County
  • 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
$307K$1.4M

This home is worth more than 91% 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$1,044,645
CheaperTypical $604,411Pricier

Pricier than 91% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$322
CheaperTypical $356Pricier

Pricier than 25% of homes nearby

Living area3,242 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,848 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 90% of homes nearby

Lot size0.19 ac
SmallerTypical 0.17 acBigger

Bigger than 64% of homes nearby

Year built1940
OlderTypical 1955Newer

Newer than 7% of homes nearby

How 9516 Ridgeway Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeEvanston 60203Cook County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,044,64591% of homes95% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$32225% of homes75% of homes
Living areabigger than3,242 ft²90% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.19 ac64% of homes61% of homes
Year builtnewer than19407% of homes29% of homes

About 9516 Ridgeway Ave

How much is 9516 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 9516 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL is $1,044,645 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $957,421 to $1,131,869. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 9516 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL last sell?

9516 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL last sold on Jun 7, 2005 for $695,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 9516 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL?

9516 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL has 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms, 3,242 square feet of living space and a 0.19-acre lot.

When was 9516 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL built?

9516 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL was built in 1940, making it 86 years old. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 9516 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL?

9516 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 9516 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL compare to other homes in Evanston 60203?

Among the 1,819 homes in Evanston 60203, it is worth more than 91% of them ($1,044,645 against a typical $604,411), its price per square foot is higher than 25% of them ($322 against a typical $356), it is bigger than 90% of them (3,242 ft² against a typical 1,848 ft²), its lot is bigger than 64% of them (0.19 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 95% 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 9516 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL?

The 2023 property tax bill for 9516 Ridgeway Ave, Evanston, IL was $16,580. The county assessed it at $69,702.

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