Sold
Last Sold Price
3 beds
878 Ridge Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035
Single FamilyProperty Type
0.35 acresLot Size
1932Year Built
2 carsParking Spaces

Description

Looking for something different? Extraordinary Farmhouse updated to today's standards! Situated on 1/3 acre, this home exudes charm! Hardwood floors, 3 Fireplaces, beamed ceilings with skylights, sunroom, built-in bookcases & more. Choice of 1st or 2nd fl. primary suites. Spectacular landscaping featuring pond, fire-pit, pergola & more! Choice of HP or DF high schools. A truly unique, serene home!Looking for something different? Extraordinary Farmhouse updated to today's standards! Situated on 1/3 acre, this home exudes charm! Hardwood floors, 3 Fireplaces, beamed ceilings with skylights, sunroom, built-in bookcases & more. Choice of 1st or 2nd fl. primary suites. Spectacular landscaping featuring pond, fire-pit, pergola & more! Choice of HP or DF high schools. A truly unique, serene home!

Listing Agents

  1. Gloria Matlin

    Gloria Matlin

    Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (847) 951-4040

    M: (847) 951-4040

  2. Zack Matlin

    Zack Matlin

    Alternative Listing Agent

    Compass

    P: (847) 722-2977

    M: (847) 722-2977

Listing closed: 07/08/2021 12:00 AM • Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#: 11074433

Recent comparable sales

Median sold price

$595,000

Avg days on market

20

Sale-to-list ratio

97.4%

Highland Park, IL

9 comparable properties found

$551,050 | 973 Deerfield Road, Highland Park, IL 60035
1/45
1

$551,050

Sold 08/28/25

3
Bedrooms
1,504
Square Feet
Unavailable
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard and a garden
1/52
2

$585,000

Sold 07/01/25

3
Bedrooms
2,592
Square Feet
0.22
Acres
a backyard of a house with table and chairs plants
1/32
3

$650,000

Sold 05/15/26

3
Bedrooms
2,197
Square Feet
Unavailable
Acres
$520,000 | 1780 Rosemary Road, Highland Park, IL 60035
1/37
4

$520,000

Sold 08/15/25

3
Bedrooms
1,400
Square Feet
0.26
Acres
a front view of a house with garden
1/21
5

$550,000

Sold 11/27/24

3
Bedrooms
3,390
Square Feet
0.22
Acres
$830,000 | 334 7 Pines Circle, Highland Park, IL 60035
1/22
6

$830,000

Sold 06/27/25

3
Bedrooms
2,210
Square Feet
0.47
Acres
a front view of a house with swimming pool having outdoor seating
1/43
7

$640,000

Sold 10/23/24

3
Bedrooms
2,355
Square Feet
0.12
Acres
a front view of a house with a yard and trees
1/33
8

$680,000

Sold 11/12/25

3
Bedrooms
2,001
Square Feet
0.21
Acres
$595,000 | 895 Sumac Road, Highland Park, IL 60035
1/20
9

$595,000

Sold 07/07/26

3
Bedrooms
1,728
Square Feet
0.25
Acres

Location

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Property Information for 878 Ridge Road

Property Details
  • Taxes: $12,982 / year
  • MLS Type: Detached Single / Detached Single-Other
  • County: Lake County
  • Area: Highland Park
  • Township: Moraine
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Num Of Garage Spaces: 2.0
  • Num Of Cars: 2.0
  • Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Air Conditioning Type: Central Air
  • Num of Interior Fireplaces: 3
  • Heat/Fuel: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Building Information
  • Year Built: 1932
  • Lot Size: 0.35 AC / 15,398 SF
General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 112
  • High School District: 113
  • High School: Highland Park High School
  • 2nd Alternate High School: Deerfield High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 112
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage
  • Parking On Site: true
  • Parking Ownership: Owned
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Num Of Rooms: 8
  • Bedrooms Total: 3
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 3
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Other
  • Room Type: Sun Room, Office
  • Num of Baths: 3.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: Other
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Storm
  • Water: Lake Michigan
  • Appliances: Oven-Double, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Patio
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 81-90 Years
  • Type Detached: Other
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Description: Wooded
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 120 X 133
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Exterior Building Type: Brick
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: None
  • North Coordinate: 8
  • West Coordinate: 9
  • Living Area Source: Not Reported
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 0
  • Photos Count: 34
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 Flooring: Carpet
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 22X11
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 16X11
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • 3rd Bedroom Flooring: Hardwood
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 13X12
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 16X13
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Family Room Dimensions: 23X17
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar
  • Kitchen Flooring: Hardwood
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 20X11
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Flooring: Hardwood
  • Living Room Dimensions: 20X13
Additional Room #1 Information
  • Addtl Room 1 Flooring: Parquet
Office Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Office
  • Dimensions: 13X9
Sun Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Sun Room
  • Dimensions: 14X11

Property History for 878 Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jul 8, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1472888356

$675,000

+2.7% / yr

Jul 8, 2021

Sold

MRED #11074433

$675,000
May 9, 2021

Pending

MRED #11074433

DateEvent & SourcePrice
07/08/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1472888356

$675,000

+2.7% / yr

07/08/2021

Sold

MRED #11074433

$675,000
05/09/2021

Pending

MRED #11074433

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

Public Records for 878 Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$63,337Additions$140,017Total$203,354
Tax Record2025$15,458 ($1,288 / month)
Home Facts
Beds3Baths4Total Finished SqFt2,792 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,792 SqFtStories2Lot Size15,398 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1932Year Renovated1968CountyLAKEAPN16-27-306-116Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 878 Ridge Road

This home is within Twp Hsd 113 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Sherwood Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Edgewood Middle School
Public6 to 8

Deerfield High School
Public9 to 12

Highland Park 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: 878 Ridge Road, Highland Park, IL 60035
$675,000
3
15,398
$413,500
4
2,000
12,150
1,536
14,523
$207,000
2
1,519
8,951
$910,000
5
3,750
8,932
1,450
47,045

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