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$135,000
Property Description
Opportunity is knocking! If you've been looking for an affordable home with great bones and endless potential, this is it. Inside, you'll find an updated kitchen with granite countertops, living room, two main-level bedrooms, a full basement with additional living space, a laundry area. Outside to enjoy the large multi-level deck overlooking the backyard, perfect for relaxing or entertaining family and friends and newer heated outbuilding provides the perfect space for hobbies, a workshop, or additional storage. The oversized 2.5-car heated garage with its own furnace offers endless possibilities for car enthusiasts, a workshop, or additional storage. Major improvements completed over the years include newer windows (approximately 2015), roof replacements on both the house and garage, newer siding, and updated soffits, fascia, and gutters. Conveniently located within walking distance to downtown Lansing, you'll enjoy easy access to restaurants, shopping, parks, the public library, schools, and the Lan-Oak Park District. Commuters will appreciate the close proximity to major expressways, River Oaks shopping, and nearby Munster, Indiana. The home is being sold as-is, but with a little vision and TLC, this property has the potential to truly shine. Motivated seller - bring your ideas and your offer!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 18232 Ridgewood Ave
General
- Price: $135,000
- Taxes: $6,151 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12692761
- Updated: 7/8/2026
- Added to Site: 8 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Partially
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2.5
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Lansing
- County: Cook
- Township: Thornton
- Driving Directions: Ridge Road East to Ridgewood Avenue South to Property on Right.
School Information
- School District: 158
- Elem School District: 158
- Midd School District: 158
- High School District: 158
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Full
- Square Feet: 789
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1945
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2020
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.145
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: .145
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1945
- Tax Amount: $6,151.37
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 30314020160000
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Schools
Schools serving 18232 Ridgewood Ave
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Lester Crawl Primary Center 18300 Greenbay Avenue, Lansing, IL 60438 | PK-1 | 0.2 mi |
Coolidge Elementary School, Lansing, IL 17845 Henry Street, Lansing, IL 60438 | K-5 | 0.8 mi |
Memorial Jr High School 2721 Ridge Road, Lansing, IL 60438 | 6-8 | 0.2 mi |
Thornton Fractnl So High School 18500 Burnham Avenue, Lansing, IL 60438 | 9-12 | 0.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
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Price & Sales History for 18232 Ridgewood Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/01/2026
Listed
$135,000
19.47%
MLS
10/05/2020
Sold
$113,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 18232 Ridgewood Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2023
$5,806
—
$11,556
-4%
2023
$5,806
19%
$11,999
59%
2022
$4,892
3%
$7,527
—
2021
$4,758
83%
$7,527
—
2020
$2,596
-1%
$7,527
-6%
2019
$2,619
2%
$8,029
—
2018
$2,567
-2%
$8,029
—
2017
$2,626
-15%
$8,029
-1%
2016
$3,090
10%
$8,149
—
2015
$2,807
—
$8,149
—
2014
$2,796
-6%
$8,149
-12%
2013
$2,981
5%
$9,251
—
2012
$2,828
—
$9,251
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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18232 Ridgewood Avenue, Lansing, IL 60438 (MLS# 12692761) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 18232 Ridgewood Avenue is currently listed for $135,000 and was received on July 01, 2026. Want to learn more about 18232 Ridgewood Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Lansing? You can browse all Lansing real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
