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Address
1217 Ridge Avenue, Evanston, IL
Price
$ 10,500
Property Attributes
  • MLS#11978016
  • TypeRentals
  • CountyCOOK
  • CityEvanston
  • AreaEvanston
  • NeighborhoodNichols
  • Zip60202
  • Style
  • Price$ 10,500
  • Bedrooms5
  • Full Bathrooms5
  • Half Bathrooms1
  • Sqr Footage7000
Data Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Property Description

Rare Evanston Luxury Rental, available just in time for summer on the North Shore! Take in all that Evanston has to offer...close to parks, shops,restaurants, Northwestern University, libraries, Metra and El, and pristine beaches. Experience a timeless classic built in 1899 for notable Chancellor Livingston Jenks and designed by Myron Hunt. This distinctive home was built to impress with its expansive circular driveway, leaded glass windows, signature, beaded rift sawn oak woodwork and exquisite craftsmanship throughout. Perched at the peak of Ridge, this home offers truly unique views of the surrounding park and fields of Larimar park. The useful front circular drive provides guest parking. The first floor boasts a massive family room, living room with marble fireplace, powder room, pantry,kitchen and dining area with glass doors providing access to the back porch and large paver patio. Stunning kitchen pleases any chef or entertainer with separate, built-in refrigerator and freezer, dual dishwashers, 48" range, oversized island and concealed walk-in pantry. On the main bedroom level, you will find 3 luxurious en-suite bedrooms with walk-in closets and private baths all nestled amidst the greenery of the surrounding trees. The primary bath offers every luxury with (2) 6' vanities, Victoria & Albert soaking tub and decadent steam shower with massaging showerhead, rain can and body sprays. Also on this level, you will find the laundry room, complete with utility sink. Continue to the top floor, to the 2 additional bedrooms and bathroom perfect...for guests or an office. Travel to the sunny, walkout lower level, and you will find the rec room, office, storage area, and a massive mudroom. Thoughtful design has been paired with premium mechanicals to create an exceptional home in every aspect. The home was made complete in 2021 with new exterior paint, a new roof, and a new 2.5 garage with EV charging capability.

Elementary School Middle School High School
Washington Elementary School Nichols Middle School Evanston Twp High School
Price History
3/1/2024 Listed $12,500
4/3/2024 8% - $11,500
4/19/2024 9% - $10,500

General Features

Interior Features Hardwood Floors,Heated Floors,Second Floor Laundry,Ceiling - 10 Foot,Ceilings - 9 Foot,Historic/Period Mlwk,Open Floorplan,Special Millwork,Some Window Treatment,Dining Combo,Drapes/Blinds
Sewer Public Sewer
Heating Natural Gas,Forced Air,Steam,Radiant,Sep Heating Systems - 2+,Indv Controls,Zoned
Cooling Central Air,Zoned
Possession Closing
Roof Asphalt
Appliances Range,Microwave,Dishwasher,High End Refrigerator,Freezer,Washer,Dryer,Disposal,Stainless Steel Appliance(s),Range Hood,Gas Cooktop,Electric Oven
Exterior Features Patio,Porch,Brick Paver Patio,Storms/Screens
Garage Spaces 2.5
Pets Allowed No
Year Built 1899
Electric Circuit Breakers,200+ Amp Service
Township Evanston
County Cook
Property Type Residential Lease
Other Structures Garage(s)
Rent Includes None
Total Rooms 13
Status Active
Directions Enter BRICK CIRCULAR DRIVEWAY on East side of Ridge Ave. Drive is shared,use north half... just South of Dempster St. and North of Crain St.
High School Evanston Twp High School
City Evanston
High School District 202
MLS Area Evanston
Waterfront Y/N No
Street Name Ridge
Elementary School Washington Elementary School
Middle/Junior High School Nichols Middle School
Ok to Lease 12 Months
Virtual Tour https://tour.vht.com/434317325/IDX
Availability Date 2024-03-01
Days on Market 56
Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District 65
Elementary School District 65
Property Type Residential Lease

Interior Features

Basement Full,Walkout
Furnished Y/N No
Total Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Features Wood Burning
Full Baths 5
Half Baths 1
Street Suffix Avenue
Laundry Features Gas Dryer Hookup,Electric Dryer Hookup,Sink
Total Bedrooms 5
Room Type Bedroom 5,Den,Office,Recreation Room,Foyer,Mud Room,Storage,Heated Sun Room
LivingAreaSource Estimated
Total Baths 6
Bedrooms Possible 5
Basement Partially Finished,Exterior Access,Rec/Family Area,Storage Space
Bathrooom Separate Shower,Steam Shower,Double Sink,Full Body Spray Shower,Double Shower,Soaking Tub

Exterior Features

Lot Features Fenced Yard,Landscaped,Park Adjacent,Wood Fence
Water Source Lake Michigan,Public
Total Parking 2.5
Foundation Details Brick/Mortar
Lot Dimensions 74 X 160
Other Equipment CO Detectors,Backup Sump Pump;,Multiple Water Heaters
Garage Onsite Yes
Garage Type Detached
Garage Ownership Owned
Exterior Cedar

Amenities

  • Foreclosure
  • Views
  • Short Sale
  • New Construction
  • Adult 55+
  • Lease To Own
  • No HOA Fees
  • Furnished
  • Pets
  • Primary On Main
  • Air Conditioning
  • Seller Finance
  • Green
  • Fixer Upper
  • Horse
  • Golf
  • Fireplace
  • Deck
  • Garage
  • Basement
  • Pool

Property vs Rentals Average in 60202

Price
AVG $K
$10K
Visits
AVG 32
45
Data Provided by Inside Real Estate®
Year Built
AVG 1952
1899

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