Ridge Homes for Sale

The Ridge neighborhood in Evanston features picturesque single-family homes on cul-de-sacs and residential lanes branching off from Ridge Avenue. Architectural styles include Colonial Revival, Queen Anne, Prairie, and Italianate, dating back to the 1860s and 1870s, with some ranch-style and mid-20th-century homes mixed in. Condo units from the early 20th century and the 1960s and 1970s are also available. Noise levels may be higher near Ridge Avenue due to traffic. The neighborhood offers several parks, including Alexander Park with its playground and picnic areas, Merrick Park with its rose garden, and the recently remodeled Larimer Park featuring a new playground, dog park, and basketball court. Penny Park is known for its unique wooden jungle gym, and Gray Park is located on the south end. For shopping, residents can visit Trader Joe’s, Jewel-Osco, and Whole Foods Market nearby, with additional options in Downtown Evanston. Dining options include Union Pizzeria, Bennison’s Bakery, Shinsen, and Oceanique. Entertainment venues like Sketchbook Brewing, Evanston Space, and classical music halls such as Nichols Concert Hall and Pick Staiger Concert Hall are within close proximity. The neighborhood is well-connected, with Ridge Avenue providing access to the greater Evanston area, and public transportation options including CTA and Pace buses, the ‘L’ train’s Purple Line, and Metra commuter trains. Students attend highly rated schools: Dewey Elementary School, Washington Elementary School, Nichols Middle School, and Evanston Township High School, which offers a wide range of Advanced Placement courses. Northwestern University, located north of the neighborhood, is a top-ranked institution offering extensive graduate programs. Ridge is about 1 mile southwest of Downtown Evanston and 14 miles north of the Chicago Loop, with Chicago O’Hare International Airport 15 miles southwest.