508 Root St, Park Ridge, IL 60068
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508 Root St
Park Ridge, IL 60068

  • 5 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,350 sqft (on 0.27 acres)

$1,191,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $8,069/mo*
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$1,191,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 14, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $8,069/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
2 Baths
2,350 sqft
(on 0.27 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

A TON OF POTENTIAL IN THIS CHARMING, CHARACTER-FILLED QUEEN ANNE BUNGALOW IN IDEAL LOCATION. REHAB OR BUILD NEW (UP TO 5200+ SQ FT). EXISTING HOME WITH HIGH CEILINGS ON BOTH 1ST AND 2ND FLOORS. BRIGHT, DRY BASEMENT WITH WALK-OUT ACCESS. CLOSE TO METRA, TRADER JOES, RESTAURANTS, & COUNTRY CLUB. NEWER ROOF (2010) & SOME WINDOWS, 3 CAR GARAGE (1990s). HUGE LOT W/ PAVED ALLEY ACROSS FROM $1M+ HOMES. SOLD AS-IS.
508 Root St, Park Ridge, IL 60068 is a 5 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,350 sqft single-family home built in 1923. It last sold for $505,200 on Jun 22, 2015. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,191,300, with a rent estimate of $4,248/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
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Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 508 Root St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Hardwood

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltExterior: Stucco
Parking & Garage
GarageParking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1923
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Queen Anne / Victorian

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.27 acres

Price History for 508 Root St

DatePriceEventSource
06/22/2015$505,200Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08905444
05/05/2015$499,000PendingAgent Provided
04/29/2015$499,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
12/10/2010$350,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07368800
09/12/2010$419,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/08/2010$439,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/01/2010$479,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/06/2010$499,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
11/25/2009$519,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
11/02/2009$539,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Park Ridge

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$620K
$27.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.6%
Price per sq ft
$329
$27MoM
Available listings
122
20MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax
Assessment$1,122,610
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 508 Root St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
421 Leonard St, Park Ridge, IL
0.08
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$690,000
06/30/26
4
1.5
1,613
829 Hastings St, Park Ridge, IL
0.04
Single-Family Home
$900,000
04/07/26
3
1.5
1,850
1000 Hastings St, Park Ridge, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$1,050,000
05/20/26
4
2
1,693
411 Grand Blvd, Park Ridge, IL
0.23
Single-Family Home
$830,000
02/06/26
4
1.5
1,843
812 Elm St, Park Ridge, IL
0.17
Single-Family Home
$800,000
05/08/26
4
3
3,310
909 Oakton St, Park Ridge, IL
0.54
Single-Family Home
$496,000
09/11/25
5
2
1,700
311 Root St, Park Ridge, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$1,150,000
12/19/25
4
2.5
3,429
901 Prairie Ave, Park Ridge, IL
0.65
Single-Family Home
$500,000
09/17/25
4
2
2,040
323 N Prospect Ave, Park Ridge, IL
0.31
Single-Family Home
$965,000
05/08/26
4
3.5
2,589
820 N Delphia Ave, Park Ridge, IL
0.52
Single-Family Home
$455,000
04/08/26
3
1.5
2,725

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Park Ridge

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  • 92 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 92 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 88 % Say parking is easy

  • 83 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 81 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 81 % Say car is needed

  • 78 % Say kids play outside

  • 78 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 71 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 67 % Say it's quiet

  • 64 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 63 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 61 % Say there's wildlife

  • 58 % Say there are community events

  • 57 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say streets are well-lit

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