Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds3,072 sqft$309/sqft
1505 S Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Single FamilyProperty Type
2.84 acresLot Size
1955Year Built
$309/sq ftPrice per sq ft
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Sprawling 3100 sf modern farmhouse on stunning private grounds in Lake Forest. Winding stamped concrete driveway. Luxury finishes throughout the entire home. New roof in 2019. Gorgeous all seasons room overlooking fenced land and pond. Enjoy this "close to town" private enchanted oasis within the North Shore. Minutes to beach, walking trails to park and nature paths. This homes location and grounds are a rare find in the beautiful Lake Forest community! Contact us today for a private tour!Sprawling 3100 sf modern farmhouse on stunning private grounds in Lake Forest. Winding stamped concrete driveway. Luxury finishes throughout the entire home. New roof in 2019. Gorgeous all seasons room overlooking fenced land and pond. Enjoy this "close to town" private enchanted oasis within the North Shore. Minutes to beach, walking trails to park and nature paths. This homes location and grounds are a rare find in the beautiful Lake Forest community! Contact us today for a private tour!

Listing Agent

  1. John Oertel

    John Oertel

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (312) 375-5537

Sold By Compass

Listing closed: 05/22/2023 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 11756038

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$912,500

Avg days on market

64

Sale-to-list ratio

93.4%

Lake Forest, IL

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Square Feet
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Property Information for 1505 South Ridge Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $13,371 / year
  • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
  • County: Lake County
  • Area: Lake Forest
  • Township: West Deerfield
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Num Of Cars: 2.0
  • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
  • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 4
  • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1955
  • Lot Size: 2.84 AC / 123,710 SF
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 On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage
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: Bar-Wet, Hardwood Floors, First Floor Laundry
  • Num Of Rooms: 10
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Lake
  • Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Double Sink
  • Fireplace Features: Gas Log
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Other
  • Room Type: Eating Area, Recreation Room, Heated Sun Room
  • Num of Baths: 4.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
  • Other Equipment: Security System, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: 2.0-2.99 Acres
  • Lot Dimensions: 613X196X613X193
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Other
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar, Stone
  • Roof Type: Shake
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2023-04-15T21:31:06
  • Photos Count: 26
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
  • Virtual Tour Date: 04-11-2023
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 15X14
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 15X12
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 16X10
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 15X11
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 26X18
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 22X13
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: 24X15
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Basement
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Dimensions: 21X14
Eating Area Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eating Area
  • Dimensions: 11X8
Heated Sun Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Heated Sun Room
  • Dimensions: 16X11

Property History for 1505 South Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
May 22, 2023

Sold

MRED #11756038

$950,000
May 19, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1511469470

$950,000

+8.9% / yr

Apr 15, 2023

Pending

MRED #11756038

DateEvent & SourcePrice
05/22/2023

Sold

MRED #11756038

$950,000
05/19/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1511469470

$950,000

+8.9% / yr

04/15/2023

Pending

MRED #11756038

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

Public Records for 1505 South Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$302,815Additions$29,146Total$331,961
Tax Record2025$18,822 ($1,569 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Baths2.5Total Finished SqFt3,152 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,152 SqFtStories2Lot Size123,710 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1955Year Renovated1978CountyLAKEAPN16-08-401-004Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 1505 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: 1505 South Ridge Road, Lake Forest, IL 60045
$950,000
3
3,072
123,710
$1,765,284
5
4,623
123,710
$1,150,000
5
6,474
60,112
4
5,298
123,710
$1,550,000
5
5,108
61,419
4
3,748
62,726

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