Last Sold Price
5 beds4,623 sqft$382/sqft
1475 S Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045

Description

Enjoy living on your own private oasis surrounded by nature in Lake Forest! Perfectly set on 2.84 acres just south of Northcroft Park, this amazing property includes a beautifully updated 4,623 sq. ft. home with 5 bedrooms, 4 1/2 bathrooms, an open floor plan, an amazing coach house with a 6-car garage and a studio apartment upstairs, a pool with an expansive terrace, and professionally landscaped, fenced grounds. The current homeowners have updated/improved every space and the list is long and impressive!...Enjoy living on your own private oasis surrounded by nature in Lake Forest! Perfectly set on 2.84 acres just south of Northcroft Park, this amazing property includes a beautifully updated 4,623 sq. ft. home with 5 bedrooms, 4 1/2 bathrooms, an open floor plan, an amazing coach house with a 6-car garage and a studio apartment upstairs, a pool with an expansive terrace, and professionally landscaped, fenced grounds. The current homeowners have updated/improved every space and the list is long and impressive! The home itself has 5 bedrooms, 3 of them on the 1st floor, including the incredible Primary Suite, which features vaulted ceilings, two huge walk-in closets, and 2 bathrooms w/ radiant heat floors, an oversized jetted tub, a wonderful walk-in shower, and vanity with abundant storage. The beautifully updated, gourmet kitchen features stainless steel appliances, a large island w/ breakfast bar, an abundance of storage and counter space, and a walk-in pantry. The large family room has a lovely wood-burning fireplace, a bar with a beverage refrigerator and a coffee bar station with sink, and a 40' wall of windows providing sun drenched rooms and beautiful views of the pool and grounds. The rest of the home includes a 1st floor office, a 1st floor laundry room, new hardwood floors throughout, an abundance of windows, and a separate wing w/ a bedroom, bathroom, sitting room, and bonus space that can be used as another office. The heated 6-car garage is ideal for a car enthusiast, a tradesman, or a weekend hobbyist. It has epoxy flooring, a shop sink, multiple compressed air outlets, is prewired for EV charging and a car lift, cable TV and internet, plumbed for radiant heat floors, lots of workspace, and tons of storage. Upstairs via a private, secure entrance, there is a 1,000 sq. ft. studio apartment w/ a full bathroom and plumbed for a kitchen. This space is perfect for guests, family, an au pair, or as an office or workshop. This apartment could also be used as an income-producing opportunity. Outside, the lush, private grounds feature mature trees, a circular driveway, planting beds, a fenced backyard, a storage shed, and an in-ground pool w/ a large stone paver terrace. Move right in and enjoy all that this fabulous home has to offer near town, train, parks, schools and a 150 acre nature preserve!
LISTING CLOSED: 06/21/2023 12:00 AM

Property Details for 1475 South Ridge Road

Status
MLS #
11751230
Days on Market
30
Taxes
$25,976 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Detached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built
1969
Lot Size
2.84 AC / 123,710 SF
Area
Lake Forest
Township
West Deerfield
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
6.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
4.0
Num Of Cars
10.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air, Zoned
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned, Wood

Location

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Building Information for 1475 South Ridge Road

Stories-Year Built1969Building Size-Lot Size2.84 AC / 123,710 SF

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Property Information for 1475 South Ridge Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 67
  • Elementary School: Cherokee Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Deer Path Middle School
  • High School District: 115
  • High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 67
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s), Heated
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage, Space/s
  • Parking Details: Driveway, Circular Driveway
  • Parking On Site: true
  • Parking Ownership: Owned
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: West
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, Heated Floors, First Floor Bedroom, In-Law Arrangement, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan
  • Num Of Rooms: 14
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Tennis Court(s), Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Insert
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Zoned
  • Electric: Service - 400 Amp or Greater
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Room Type: Foyer, Office, Bedroom 5, Sitting Room, Bonus Room, Eating Area, Walk In Closet, Recreation Room
  • Num of Baths: 4.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator, Oven/Built-In, Range Hood
  • Other Equipment: Humidifier, Security System, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Brick Paver Patio, Pool In-Ground
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: Yes
  • Rehab Year: 2019
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 51-60 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Fenced Yard, Landscaped Professionally, Park Adjacent, Wooded, Mature Trees
  • Lot Size: 2.0-2.99 Acres
  • Lot Dimensions: 200X625
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Asphalt,Circular
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Cedar
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2023-04-10T13:09:17
  • Photos Count: 58
  • Rural: N
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full, Whirlpool & Sep Shwr
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 18X14
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 17X14
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 20X17
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 17X16
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 13X10
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 17X16
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 25X16
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 17X12
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 9X8
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 21X19
Walk In Closet 1 Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Walk In Closet
  • Dimensions: 12X11
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 12X7
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 27X17
Eating Area Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eating Area
  • Dimensions: 14X10
Office Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Dimensions: 13X12
Bonus Room Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bonus Room
  • Dimensions: 22X20
Sitting Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sitting Room
  • Dimensions: 12X11

Property History for 1475 South Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 21, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1514268282

$1,765,500

+7.5% / yr

Jun 21, 2023

Sold

MRED #11751230

$1,765,284
May 2, 2023

Pending

MRED #11751230

DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/21/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1514268282

$1,765,500

+7.5% / yr

06/21/2023

Sold

MRED #11751230

$1,765,284
05/02/2023

Pending

MRED #11751230

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Public Records for 1475 South Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$302,815Additions$189,299Total$492,114
Tax Record2025$27,427 ($2,286 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths4.5Total Finished SqFt4,623 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,623 SqFtStories1Lot Size123,710 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1969Year Renovated1979CountyLAKEAPN16-08-401-003Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1475 South Ridge Road

This home is within Lake Forest School District 67.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 4
Public - 5 to 6
Public - 7 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Cherokee Elementary School
PublicK to 4

Deer Path Middle School East
Public5 to 6

Deer Path Middle School West
Public7 to 8

Lake Forest High School
Public9 to 12

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