Sold
Last Sold Price
4 beds3,693 sqft
21 N Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.92 acresLot Size
1976Year Built
$229/sq ftPrice per sq ft
3 carsParking Spaces

Description

Quietly tucked behind mature trees, this beautifully maintained home delivers the lifestyle today's buyers are searching for. With hardwood floors throughout, a flowing layout, and a kitchen designed for everyday living and effortless entertaining, this move-in-ready home is an opportunity not to miss. Rarely does a home offering this much space, land, and location come to market in the heart of Lake Forest. Set on approximately one acre just moments from shops, restaurants, and Metra, this home...Quietly tucked behind mature trees, this beautifully maintained home delivers the lifestyle today's buyers are searching for. With hardwood floors throughout, a flowing layout, and a kitchen designed for everyday living and effortless entertaining, this move-in-ready home is an opportunity not to miss. Rarely does a home offering this much space, land, and location come to market in the heart of Lake Forest. Set on approximately one acre just moments from shops, restaurants, and Metra, this home is walkable to everything Lake Forest has to offer both east and west of town while feeling like its own oasis. The heart of this home is the expansive kitchen, featuring rich dark cabinetry, granite countertops, new stainless-steel appliances, and a generous center island that anchors the space while seamlessly connecting to surrounding living and dining areas. Natural light pours through the abundant skylights, highlighting the clean lines and comfortable flow of the main level. The thoughtful floor plan offers flexibility for today's lifestyle, whether you need an additional home office, formal dining, playroom, or all the above. Here, the possibilities are endless. Upstairs you are immediately greeted by three well-proportioned bedrooms that provide space to grow, while the 2025 refreshed bathroom offers a clean, classic feel. Just down the hall is an inviting primary bedroom complete with en-suite, walk-in closet and private vanity space making this a true retreat. The basement offers a lovely recreation, gym space or flex along with an additional bedroom. The generous living areas of this home complete with a 2.5-car garage add both practicality and comfort. More than an address, this is a home to settle in, spread out, and truly enjoy everything that makes Lake Forest and 21 N. Ridge a special place to call home.

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    • Listed by: Danielle Dowell 312.391.5655 Danielle@TheDoWellGroup.com • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
    • Listed by: Danielle Knighton 312.545.5781 dknighton@bhhschicago.com • Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
    Listing closed: 06/22/2026 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 12647418

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    Property Information for 21 North Ridge Road

    Property Details
    • Taxes: $14,684 / year
    • MLS Type: Detached Single / 2 Stories
    • County: Lake County
    • Area: Lake Forest
    • Township: Shields
    • Ownership: Fee Simple
    • Num Of Garage Spaces: 3.0
    • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
    • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 1
    • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air
    Building Information
    • Year Built: 1976
    • Lot Size: 0.92 AC / 40,075 SF
    General Information
    School Information
    • Elementary School District: 67
    • Elementary School: Everett 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, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
    Taxes and HOA Information
    • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
    • Association Fee Includes: None
    • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
    • Additional Parcels: No
    Property Information
    Interior Features
    • Interior Property Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, Walk-In Closet(s), Open Floorplan, Dining Combo, Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
    • Num Of Rooms: 12
    • Bedrooms Total: 4
    • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
    • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
    • Basement Type: Finished, Full
    • Bedrooms Possible: 4
    • Air Conditioning: Central Air
    • Flooring: Hardwood
    • Dining Room: Separate
    • Basement Bathrooms: No
    • Fireplace Location: Family Room
    • Room Type: Breakfast Room, Foyer, Game Room, Office, Recreation Room
    • Num of Baths: 2.1
    Exterior Features
    • Patio And Porch Features: Patio, Porch
    • Type: 2 Stories
    Utilities / Equipment
    • Sewer: Sewer-Public
    • Water: Lake Michigan
    • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Compactor-Trash, Cooktop
    Property/Lot Information
    • New Construction YN: No
    • Rebuilt: No
    • Rehabilitated: Yes
    • Rehab Year: 1998
    • Built Before 1978: Yes
    • Age: 41-50 Years
    • Type Detached: 2 Stories
    • Total Sq Ft: 0
    • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
    • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
    • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
    • Lot Dimensions: 146X263X174X212
    • Other Structures: Shed(s)
    • Waterfront: No
    • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
    • Exterior Building Type: Vinyl Siding, Brick
    • Construction: Vinyl Siding, Brick
    • Roof Type: Asphalt
    • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
    • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
    • Living Area Source: Assessor
    Property and Assessments
    • Public Document Count: 3
    • Document Date: 2026-05-18T20:44:29
    • Photos Count: 25
    • OpenHouse Count: 0
    Virtual Tour/Additional Media
    • Virtual Tour: None
    • Virtual Tour YN: No
    Room Information
    Master Bedroom Information
    • Master Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Master Bedroom
    • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
    • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 13X19
    Bedroom #2 Information
    • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 2
    • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 12X14
    Bedroom #3 Information
    • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 3
    • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 11X14
    Bedroom #4 Information
    • 4th Bedroom Level: Second
    • Room Type: Bedroom 4
    • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 11X14
    Dining Room Information
    • Dining Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
    • Dining Room Dimensions: 12X21
    Family Room Information
    • Family Room Level: Main
    • RoomType_FR: Family Room
    • Family Room Dimensions: 18X35
    Kitchen Information
    • Kitchen Level: Main
    • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
    • Kitchen Dimensions: 15X21
    Laundry Information
    • Laundry Level: Main
    • Room Type: Laundry
    • Laundry Dimensions: 10X10
    Living Room Information
    • Living Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Living Room
    • Living Room Dimensions: 13X25
    Foyer Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Foyer
    • Dimensions: 12X9
    Recreation Room Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Recreation Room
    • Dimensions: 17X14
    Office Information
    • Room Level: Basement
    • Room Type: Office
    • Dimensions: 11X11
    Breakfast Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Breakfast Room
    • Dimensions: 14X10
    Game Room Information
    • Room Level: Main
    • Room Type: Game Room
    • Dimensions: 15X20

    Property History for 21 North Ridge Road

    DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
    Jun 17, 2026

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1943652695

    $845,000

    +5.9% / yr

    Sep 2, 2020

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #680225998

    $605,000
    DateEvent & SourcePrice
    06/17/2026

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #1943652695

    $845,000

    +5.9% / yr

    09/02/2020

    Sold (Public Record)

    Public Record #680225998

    $605,000

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

    Public Records for 21 North Ridge Road

    Taxable ValueLand$108,920Additions$165,649Total$274,569
    Tax Record2025$15,894 ($1,325 / month)
    Home Facts
    Beds0Baths3.5Total Finished SqFt3,693 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt3,693 SqFtStories2Lot Size40,075 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1976Year Renovated1981CountyLAKEAPN12-32-309-012

    Schools near 21 North 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
    Everett 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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