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$3,200,000

For Sale - Active
1232 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 60202
11 Beds
8.0 Baths
8,600 Square Feet
0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1896
For Sale - Active
Units n/a
Checked: 2 hours ago
Updated: Apr 23, 2025 at 10:27PM

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$20,231
Cap Rate
-1.3%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-33.0%
Debt Coverage Ratio
-0.21
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-27.7%

Property Description


0.00 Acres Lot
Built in 1896
For Sale - Active
Units n/a

The "Castle on Ridge" - A rare opportunity to buy this Magnificent and Iconic mansion for the first time in nearly 50 years. De-signed by noted architect Stephen A. Jennings, this house is beautifully positioned on nearly an Acre with a full Coach house, expansive yards, and a 4 car garage. The Grand Entry welcomes you to this 18 room residence with 11 bedrooms, 8 bathrooms, 3 staircases, updated custom kitchen with sitting room, formal dining room, huge family room and a third floor Ballroom! The house boasts large windows, detailed millwork, and high ceilings with natural light flooding the home. A spectacular staircase three stories high soars above original Stained Glass Windows and a Pipe Organ fa-cade! This Grand and Lofty staircase is the focal point of the house. With over 8,600 square feet of living space this home provides endless possibilities and flexibility! A rented 2nd floor two bedroom apartment in the Coach house is a great income bonus.

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Location


Property Details


Parking

  • Description: Detached Garage
  • Details: On Site, Detached, Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 4
  • Spaces Total: 4

Bedroom Information

  • # of Bedrooms: 11

Bathroom Information

  • # of Baths (Full): 6
  • # of Baths (Partial): 0
  • # of Baths (Total): 8.0

Interior Features

  • # of Rooms: 18
  • # of Stories: 2
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished, Storage Space, Full
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Exterior Walls Materials: Stucco
  • Roof Material: Slate

Land Information

  • Land Use: Residential
  • Land Use Subtype: Single Family Residential

Lot Information

  • Parcel ID: 1119100007
  • Lot Size: 0 sqft

Property Information

  • Property Type: Single Family Residence
  • Style: Greystone
  • Year Built: 1896

Tax Information

  • Annual Tax: $75,418

Utilities

  • Heating: Natural Gas, Radiant
  • Cooling: Central Air

Location

  • County: Cook

Listing Details


Listed by:
Linda Levin
Jameson Sotheby's Intl Realty
(312) 751-0300

Source:
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS#: 12265463
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Investment Summary


Monthly Cash Flow
-$20,231
Cap Rate
-1.3%
Cash-on-Cash Return
-33.0%
Debt Coverage Ratio
-0.21
Internal Rate of Return (5 years)
-27.7%

Purchase Details

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Purchase price:
$3,200,000
Amount financed:
-$2,560,000
Down payment:
$640,000
Closing costs:
$96,000
Rehab costs:
$0
Initial cash invested:
$736,000
Square feet:
8,600
Cost per square foot:
$372
Monthly rent per square foot:
$0.47

Financing Details

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Loan amount:
$2,560,000
Loan to value ratio:
80.0%
Loan type:
Amortizing
Term:
30 years
Interest rate:
6.810%
Principal & interest:
$16,706
Property tax:
$6,285
Insurance:
$280
Private mortgage insurance (PMI):
$0
Monthly payment:
$23,271

Operating Income

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% Rent Monthly Yearly
Gross rent:
$4,000 $48,000
Vacancy loss: (6%)
6% -$240 -$2,880
Operating income:
$3,760 $45,120

Operating Expenses


% Rent Monthly Yearly
Property taxes: (157%)
157%-$6,285-$75,418
Insurance: (7%)
7%-$280-$3,360
Property management: (8%)
8%-$320-$3,840
Repairs & maintenance: (5%)
5%-$200-$2,400
Capital expenditures: (5%)
5%-$200-$2,400
HOA fees: (0%)
0%$0$0
Total operating expenses: (182%)
182%-$7,285-$87,418

Cash Flow


Monthly Yearly
Net operating income:
-$3,525 -$42,300
Mortgage payments:
-$16,706 -$200,472
Cash flow:
$20,231 $242,772