Last Sold Price
5 beds5,108 sqft$303/sqft
1490 S Ridge Rd,Ā Lake Forest, ILĀ 60045

Description

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...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
LISTING CLOSED: 08/25/2025 12:00 AM

Property Details for 1490 South Ridge Road

Status
MLS #
12399916
Days on Market
3
Taxes
$27,415 / year
HOA Fees
-
Condo/Co-op Fees
-
Property Type
MLS Type
Detached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built
1985
Lot Size
1.41 AC / 61,419 SF
Area
Lake Forest
Subdivision
Old Elm Estates
Township
West Deerfield
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
3.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
3.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air, Zoned
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned, Radiant Floor
Architectural Style
Colonial

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$1,669,000

Avg days on market

44

Sale-to-list ratio

97.7%

Lake Forest, IL

9 comparable properties found

$1,550,000 | 1190 Old Mill Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
1/30
1

$1,550,000

Sold 05/20/26

5
Bedrooms
4,492
Square Feet
0.97
Acres
a view of a volley ball court
1/44
2

$1,800,000

Sold 12/12/25

5
Bedrooms
4,820
Square Feet
0.52
Acres
a view of house with a big yard and large trees
1/31
3

$1,700,000

Sold 07/30/25

5
Bedrooms
5,698
Square Feet
1.44
Acres
a front view of a house with a garden
1/37
4

$1,600,000

Sold 11/07/25

5
Bedrooms
4,683
Square Feet
1.44
Acres
$1,785,000 | 620 West Old Elm Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
1/78
5

$1,785,000

Sold 05/21/26

5
Bedrooms
4,152
Square Feet
2
Acres
a front view of house with yard and green space
1/31
6

$1,669,000

Sold 01/23/26

5
Bedrooms
6,000
Square Feet
1.38
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard and porch
1/64
7

$1,770,000

Sold 02/13/26

5
Bedrooms
4,500
Square Feet
0.38
Acres
a view of a brick building next to a yard with large trees
1/60
8

$1,300,000

Sold 07/18/25

5
Bedrooms
5,258
Square Feet
1.24
Acres
$1,650,000 | 1086 Polo Drive, Lake Forest, IL 60045
1/33
9

$1,650,000

Sold 08/24/26

5
Bedrooms
4,379
Square Feet
1.16
Acres

Location

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Building Information for 1490 South Ridge Road

Stories-Year Built1985Building Size-Lot Size1.41 AC / 61,419 SF

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Property Information for 1490 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
  • Parking Details: Asphalt, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Postal Code Plus 4: 3880
  • Front Exposure: East
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 Ceiling(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Num Of Rooms: 9
  • Bedrooms Total: 5
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Park, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
  • Basement Type: Partially Finished, Crawl Space, Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Zoned
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • Basement Sq Ft: 788
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Sun Room
  • Num of Baths: 4.2
Exterior Features
  • Fencing: Fenced
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck, Patio
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Range
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Lighting
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: No
  • Age: 31-40 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 4488
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 4932
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 5276
  • Main Sq Ft: 2466
  • Upper Sq Ft: 2022
  • Lot Description: Landscaped Professionally, Wooded, Mature Trees, Garden
  • Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres
  • Lot Dimensions: 234X262X262X234
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar, Frame
  • Construction: Cedar, Frame
  • Roof Type: Shake
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 444.0
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 5108
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 344
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2025-06-24T14:35:57
  • Photos Count: 32
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
  • Virtual Tour Date: 06-21-2025
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 19X16
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 18X12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 16X12
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 18X14
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: 20X17
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 26X15
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 12X10
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 20X15
Sun Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Dimensions: 15X15

Property History for 1490 South Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 25, 2025

Sold

MRED #12399916

$1,550,000—
Jun 23, 2025

Pending

MRED #12399916

—
Jun 23, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12399916

—
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/25/2025

Sold

MRED #12399916

$1,550,000
06/23/2025

Pending

MRED #12399916

—
06/23/2025

Contingent

MRED #12399916

—

For completeness, we often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 1490 South Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$213,026Additions$284,701Total$497,727
Tax Record2025$28,226 ($2,352 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt4,494 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt4,494 SqFtStories2Lot Size61,420 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1985CountyLAKEAPN16-08-404-023Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1490 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

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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Nearby home values

AddressSold priceBedsBathsSqftLot (Sqft)
This home: 1490 South Ridge Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
$1,550,000
5
5,108
61,419
–
4
3,748
62,726
–
4
2.5
2,988
43,560
–
4
3,647
49,223
$875,000
5
4,251
61,419
$2,200,000
5
8,097
80,150

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