RARE DOWNTOWN EVANSTON FIND! 3 BEDROOMS, 2 BATHS, 2,100 SQ. FT., UPDATED OPEN KITCHEN, HEATED GARAGE PARKING, ELEVATOR BUILDING. PRICED UNDER $450,000! Big space. Great location. Incredible value. This one-of-a-kind "developer's" unit occupies the entire northern wing of the fifth floor and offers a spacious, open layout you won't find every day. The impressive 40-foot-wide living and entertaining space seamlessly connects the living room, dining room, and updated open kitchen, making it perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Enjoy 3 generous bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, a huge primary bedroom, and tons of storage. Multiple exposures fill the home with natural light, creating a bright and peaceful retreat in the heart of downtown Evanston. The value gets even better: HOA fees include ELECTRICITY & PROPERTY TAXES. Located just steps from shopping, restaurants, coffee shops, and public transportation, this professionally managed building puts everything downtown Evanston has to offer right outside your door.
Active
$449,000
1585 Ridge Ave APT 505, Evanston, IL 60201
3beds
2,131sqft
Condominium, Single Family Residence
Built in 1949
-- sqft lot
$-- Zestimate®
$211/sqft
$1,880/mo HOA
What's special
Elevator buildingUpdated open kitchenHeated garage parkingSpacious open layoutTons of storageBright and peaceful retreatHuge primary bedroom
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Listed by:
Geoff Brown, SRES (847)208-0422,
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12753550
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Foyer, Other Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 374 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X22
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X16
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 70 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X10
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Custom Cabinetry, Granite Counters, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 119 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X7
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 384 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X16
Other
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 105 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X7
Heating
- Steam, Radiator(s)
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: Common Area
Features
- Storage, Built-in Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: None
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,131
- Total interior livable area: 2,131 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 1
- Parking features: Asphalt, Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 1
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Details
- Parcel number: 11183080010000
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: Cooperative
- Property subtype: Condominium, Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Rubber
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1949
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Has HOA: Yes
- Amenities included: Security Door Lock(s), Service Elevator(s), Laundry, Elevator(s), Patio
- Services included: Heat, Water, Electricity, Parking, Taxes, Insurance, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal
- HOA fee: $1,880 monthly
Location
- Region: Evanston
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $211/sqft
- Date on market: 9/8/2026
- Ownership: Co-op
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/22/2026 | Listing removed | $499,000$234/sqft |
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| 6/14/2026 | Price change | $499,000-9.1%$234/sqft |
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| 6/4/2026 | Listed for sale | $549,000$258/sqft |
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Public tax history
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Monthly payment
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Neighborhood: Downtown
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Dewey Elementary School
- Middle: Nichols Middle School
- High: Evanston Twp High School
- District: 65
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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