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#12371037, Kelly Ipjian, Listing office: Exit Strategy Realty
$1,550,000 List price
1490 S Ridge Rd Lake Forest, IL 60045
$10,000
Closing credit¹
5 beds
4 full, 2 partial
5,108 sqft
1.4 acres
$303 / sqft
House
Property details
About 1490 S Ridge Rd
Your Search is Over! Welcome Home to this 5,000 Square Foot Property on a Wooded 1 1/2 acre fenced lot in Lake Forest's Old Elm Estates. There are 5 Bedrooms including a Large 1st Floor In Law Suite with full updated private bath. New Roof, Gutters and Fresh Paint exterior. Gourmet Kitchen features Maple cabinets, Granite and top of the line appliances. Oversized Formal Dining room with Butler pantry, built in white cabinets, wet bar, and New under counter ice maker. Main Bedroom Suite upstairs features a huge walkin closet, Dressing room with quality built-ins, Updated Bath with whirlpool tub, separate shower and heated floor. Three car attached garage. New Cedar Deck with Infrared Heater. Smart House Electrical Switches throughout. Programmable Locks on all 4 doors. Smart Garage Door Sensors and so much more to view in person. Floor Plans with Documents
Highlights
Home typeSingle Family Residence
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent)
(Contingent)
CoolingCentral Air, Zoned
Size5,108 sqft
BasementYes
Lot size1.41 Acres
Year built1985
ParkingAsphalt, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
MLS #12399916
Garage3 spaces
FireplaceWood Burning, Gas Starter
Summary
- Partial Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Range
- Basement: Yes
- Interior: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Fireplace: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
- Total Bedroom Count: 5
- Garage Space: 3 spaces
- Parking: Asphalt, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Exterior: Lighting
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned
- Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
- List Price: $1,550,000
- Price/SqFt: $303
- HOA Amount: $0
- Annual Tax Amount: $15,759
- Tax Year: 2023
- Lot: Landscaped, Wooded, Trees, Garden
- Directions: Rt 22 Half Day Road East of Waukegan to Ridge and North to Address..
- Year Built: 1985
- Living Area: 5,108 SqFt
- Lot Size: 1.41 Acres
- MLS Number: 12399916
- MLS Name: MRED
- Office Name: RE/MAX 10
- Office Phone: (708) 429-4300
- Listing Agent: John Charleston
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Price information
Property sales
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 29, 2019 | Home Sold | $760,000 |
| Sep 11, 2001 | Home Sold | $975,000 |
| Aug 07, 1998 | Home Sold | $905,000 |
Tax history
| Year | Assessment | Property Tax |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $438,090 | $15,759 |
| 2022 | $262,625 | $14,906 |
| 2021 | $253,206 | $14,519 |
| 2020 | $253,739 | $14,029 |
| 2019 | $412,042 | $14,066 |
| 2018 | $425,724 | $22,030 |
| 2017 | $424,366 | $22,030 |
History based on county public records data.
Nearby schools
8
Cherokee Elementary School
Public District KG-4
1.1 mi
•475 Cherokee Rd
9
Everett Elementary School
Public District KG-4
1.3 mi
•1111 Everett School Rd
10
Wayne Thomas Elementary School
Public District KG-5
1.4 mi
•2939 Summit Ave
School ratings are a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest.
Neighborhood
The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $197,965. Most Lake Forest, IL residents have annual incomes $200k+. The majority of families are married, no kids. Residents of this area typically have post secondary degree education.
How much money do the neighbors make?
1%
<35k
23%
35k-100k
26%
100k-200k
50%
200k+
What level of education do the neighbors have?
High School Diploma
Post Secondary Degree
Masters Degree
Doctorate
What types of families live nearby?
18%
Single, No Kids
5%
Single, with Kids
45%
Married, No Kids
32%
Married, with Kids
Are the neighbors home owners or renters?
Home Owners
Renters
How old are people in this area?
13%
<11 yrs old
13%
12-17 yrs old
9%
18-34 yrs old
49%
35-64 yrs old
16%
65+ yrs old
What do the neighbors do for fun?
Skiing/snowboarding
PGA/LPGA
Figure Skating
Where do the neighbors shop?
BJs Wholesale Club
Stein Mart
Kmart
Where do the neighbors go to eat?
Panera
Cracker Barrel
Bob Evans
What do the neighbors drive?
Infiniti
Lexus
Lincoln
What do the neighbors listen to?
Adult Hits
Oldies
News/Talk/Information
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Frequently asked questions
About 1490 S Ridge Rd
The listing price of 1490 S Ridge Rd property is $1,550,000.
The property 1490 S Ridge Rd is a house located in Lake Forest, Illinois, 60045.
Accepting Backup Offers: 1490 S Ridge Rd is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.
The nearby schools for 1490 S Ridge Rd are: Cherokee Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Everett Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 9/10), Wayne Thomas Elementary School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Bannockburn School (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Deer Path Middle School West (GreatSchools Rating 7/10), Deer Path Middle School East (GreatSchools Rating 8/10), Deerfield High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10), Highland Park High School (GreatSchools Rating 6/10), Lake Forest High School (GreatSchools Rating 10/10).
According to the records, the last property tax for 2023 is $15,759 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).
The last sale was on January 29, 2019 for $760,000 (source: MLS/tax record).
The property at 1490 S Ridge Rd has 5 bedrooms and 4 full and 2 half bathrooms.
The property 1490 S Ridge Rd is 5,108 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).
The year of construction for 1490 S Ridge Rd is 1985.
This home is located at 1490 S Ridge Rd in Lake Forest, IL and zip code 60045 in the Old Elm Estates neighborhood. This 5,108 square foot home, which was built in 1985, sits on a 1.41 acre lot. Features: 5 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since June 21, 2025 and is currently priced at $1,550,000.
Lake Forest, IL housing market in May 2025 saw over 7 listings sold above listed price, more than 7 sold at listed price and over 18 sold below. The number of listings in Lake Forest, IL increased by 21.4% between April and May 2025. The median list price of listings available in May 2025 was $1,100,000, while the average time on the real estate market was 45 days.
From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.