281 S Ridge Rd

2,960 Sq. Ft.
$234 / Sq. Ft.
2,960
Sq. Ft.
$234
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Recently renovated, large 3 bedroom, 2.1 bath brick ranch with 2,960 square feet above grade on a 2.71 acre wooded property. Living room with fireplace. Large family room with vaulted beamed ceiling, stone fireplace, and sliding glass doors leading onto a large wood deck with new decking. New white eat-in kitchen with updated cabinets, counters and stainless steal appliances. Hardwood floors throughout. Garaging for four cars, includes a 2-car attached garage, plus an additional 2-car detached garage...Recently renovated, large 3 bedroom, 2.1 bath brick ranch with 2,960 square feet above grade on a 2.71 acre wooded property. Living room with fireplace. Large family room with vaulted beamed ceiling, stone fireplace, and sliding glass doors leading onto a large wood deck with new decking. New white eat-in kitchen with updated cabinets, counters and stainless steal appliances. Hardwood floors throughout. Garaging for four cars, includes a 2-car attached garage, plus an additional 2-car detached garage with workshop area. Unfinished basement with high ceilings and two egress windows provides tons of storage or opportunity to create additional living space. Taxes reflect a fair market assessed value of $1,100,000 and should be reassessed based on the actual sale price after closing.

Listing Agents

  1. Lori Baker

    Lori Baker

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (847)-863-1791

  2. Alissa McNicholas

    Alissa McNicholas

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (847)-530-3098

Sold By Coldwell Banker Realty

Property Details for 281 South Ridge Road

Area
Lake Forest
Township
West Deerfield
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
4.0
Num Of Cars
4.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
2
LISTING UPDATED: 08/16/2021 09:32 AM

Property Details for 281 South Ridge Road

StatusClosed
MLS #10893922
Days on Market224
Taxes$20,584 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Property TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1 Story
Year Built1956
Lot Size2.71 AC / 118,047 SF
CountyLake County
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Building Information for 281 South Ridge Road

Stories-Year Built1956Building Size-Lot Size2.71 AC / 118,047 SF

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Property Information for 281 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)
  • 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
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Hardwood Floors
  • Num Of Rooms: 7
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Street Paved
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Bath Amenities: Double Sink
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Num of Baths: 2.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 1 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Septic-Private
  • Water: Lake Michigan, Public
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Cooktop, Range Hood
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Wooded
  • Lot Size: 2.0-2.99 Acres
  • Lot Dimensions: 160 X 704 X 173 X 780
  • Zero Lot Line: No
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Brick,Concrete
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick, Wood Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train,Interstate Access
  • North Coordinate: 25
  • West Coordinate: 11
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 2
  • Document Date: 2021-05-13T22:07:59
  • Photos Count: 29
  • 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
  • Master Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 17X14
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • 2nd Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 14X14
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • 3rd Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 15X12
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 15X13
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Family Room Dimensions: 30X29
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Table Space,Updated Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 16X18
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Living Room Window Treatments: None
  • Living Room Dimensions: 23X15

Property History for 281 South Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 12, 2021

Sold

MRED #10893922

$694,000
Aug 10, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1475773027

$694,000

+26.0% / yr

Jun 10, 2021

Pending

MRED #10893922

DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/12/2021

Sold

MRED #10893922

$694,000
08/10/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1475773027

$694,000

+26.0% / yr

06/10/2021

Pending

MRED #10893922

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Public Records for 281 South Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$268,317Additions$124,914Total$393,231
Tax Record2025$21,821 ($1,818 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths2Total Finished SqFt2,960 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,960 SqFtStories1Lot Size118,048 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1956CountyLAKEAPN16-05-104-002Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 281 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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