509 Root St, Park Ridge, IL 60068
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509 Root St
Park Ridge, IL 60068

  • 3 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 3,644 sqft

$1,107,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $7,475/mo*
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$1,107,300

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $7,475/mo*
Refinance Your Home
3 Beds
1 Bath
3,644 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

TEAR DOWN IN DESIRABLE NORTHEAST SECTION. CONVENIENT TO UPTOWN, TRAIN AND SCHOOLS.
509 Root St, Park Ridge, IL 60068 is a 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 3,644 sqft single-family home built in 1909. It last sold for $362,500 on Oct 7, 2013. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $1,107,300, with a rent estimate of $2,814/month.

Home Highlights

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

Home Details for 509 Root St

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2
Interior Details
Number of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Family Room
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherExterior: Stone
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1909
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Other

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 9626 sqft

Price History for 509 Root St

DatePriceEventSource
10/07/2013$362,500Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #08287642
06/13/2013$450,000PendingAgent Provided
03/09/2013$450,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Park Ridge

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$593K
$10KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
98.8%
Price per sq ft
$358
$17MoM
Available listings
102
20MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax
Assessment$1,012,000
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 509 Root St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
829 Hastings St, Park Ridge, IL
0.09
Single-Family Home
$900,000
04/07/26
3
1.5
1,850
421 Leonard St, Park Ridge, IL
0.11
Single-Family Home
$690,000
06/30/26
4
1.5
1,613
404 Grand Blvd, Park Ridge, IL
0.15
Single-Family Home
$1,100,000
06/29/26
3
3
3,362
812 Elm St, Park Ridge, IL
0.18
Single-Family Home
$800,000
05/08/26
4
3
3,310
411 Grand Blvd, Park Ridge, IL
0.19
Single-Family Home
$830,000
02/06/26
4
1.5
1,843
311 Root St, Park Ridge, IL
0.16
Single-Family Home
$1,150,000
12/19/25
4
2.5
3,429
820 N Delphia Ave, Park Ridge, IL
0.56
Single-Family Home
$455,000
04/08/26
3
1.5
2,725
226 Grand Blvd, Park Ridge, IL
0.25
Single-Family Home
$1,500,000
02/05/26
3
2
1,820
8054 W Prospect Ct, Niles, IL
0.71
Single-Family Home
$355,000
10/07/25
3
1
1,179
611 East Ave, Park Ridge, IL
0.67
Single-Family Home
$575,500
10/22/25
3
2
3,510

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Assigned Schools

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What Locals Say about Park Ridge

At least 215 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 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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    "People walk dogs all the time and are respectful of others. Many nursing homes. Good homes reasonable prices."
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    "Great school system, great restaurants with outdoor sitting , park ridge is a great community to raise children and live "
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  • Christopher Lee
    "How narrow the sidewalks are there aren’t many parks for dogs to go. I wish there wasn’t so much traffic going through the streets"
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  • Rayassaf
    "Bought my house in park ridge in 2020. One of the best neighborhoods in the Chicago land area that many don’t know about. Great school system as great place to raise kids. Close to everything. Can’t say enough great things about Park Ridge."
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    "lots of parks and non-busy streets to walk your dog on - houses have back yards and lots of people have dogs here. not many dog friendly bars though like you get in old town "
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    "Easy and quick commute to ohare airport, takes only 10 minutes. And its close to the highway i 90 and 290. "
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    "Great place to raise kids. Safe and clean. Close to everything. Lots of recreations, restaurants, shopping centers and various reataurants. "
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    "One of the best family neighborhoods in the Chicagoland area. Great schools, restaurants, activities, parks and recreations. "
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    "Everyone is friendly and supportive. We have built a very strong community within our church and schools "
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    "Neighborhood get togethers. Great park scene with kids and parents. Edison Park fest every August. Awesome restaurant scene. "
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    "This is a great community for dog owners. There is a local dog park and most people walk their dogs in the neighborhood "
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  • Eduardo M.
    "I love this place friendly neighborhood we see after each other many places to visit like park stores great hospitals"
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  • Dpartipilo07
    "A very easy commute on the Metra, the Park Ridge stop is only a 30 minute ride to downtown Chicago for work! "
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  • Diana P.
    "You see people walking their dogs often there’s a dog park nearby. . Very dog friendly neighborhood "
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  • Georgina
    "Lots of dogs. Family friendly. Very walkable neighborhood. Dog friendly businesses. Dog walking services available. "
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  • Rjwerneral
    "We have live here for 45+ years. It is a nice community with great retailers, restaurants and bars and a good community feel. It is very comfortable to live here. We know and recognize many friends and neighbors. "
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  • Frankandmaripartipilo
    "Old houses are beautiful!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Lots of old charm and with lots of characters in the neighborhood!"
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  • Nana S.
    "Dog friendly! People friendly. Close to city and airport. Snow removal could be slightly better. Excellent police force. "
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  • Rjwerneral
    "Yes, the Parks and community facilities are great. The schools are good, but could be better. "
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  • David N.
    "Great neighborhood, great schools and parks. Excellent access to public transportation and close to major highways "
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  • Sanpet
    "I have lived here for 2 years. The neighborhoods are friendly and helpful. Park Ridge is a great for family. "
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  • Alyssa P.
    "There is a taste of Park Ridge in the summer and there are always runs to do all season long. There is a farmer market that lasts through the summer till October. There are a lot of great restaurants up town that are always busy and fun to go to. There is music in the park and this year they had a BBQ fest. "
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  • Jaclynwalsh0626
    "great schools great neighbors very safe very clean close metra line to get you into the city nice being outside of city"
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    "Love this town!! And uptown is getting better and better with all these amazing restaurants. I’ve grown up here and the neighbors are always so friendly. I’ve rode my bike at such a young age by myself and never felt uncomfortable. The schools are great and people genuinely care here. "
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  • JJM
    "Lived here 33 years Walk to parks, schools, shopping, train and bus. O’Hare airport is 10-15 minutes away Lots of kids! "
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    "we have neighborhood block parties and are always playing outside. have a lot if parks in walking distance."
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    "My commute is right off the highway, which makes commuting very easy. the train is also is walking distance."
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    "Safe area, good schools, large park with two base ball diamonds and three playgrounds. Pet friendly as well."
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    "Easy commute...train is close as is major expressways and airport. Town is equidistant from most of city"
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    "it is a safe place, good neighbours, play area, clean, walking distance to blue line station as well market place."
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    "Great schools and lots of kids. Great place to raise a family. I feel safe with my child walking to and from school."
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