1490 S Ridge Rd

Lake Forest, IL 60045

$1,550,000
Price
5
Beds
5,108 Sq. Ft.
$303 / Sq. Ft.
5,108
Sq. Ft.
$303
per Sq. Ft.

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
  1. Listed by John Charleston • RE/MAX 10

Property Details for 1490 South Ridge Road

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
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
LISTING UPDATED: 07/02/2025 11:37 AM

Property Details for 1490 South Ridge Road

StatusContingent
MLS #12399916
Days on Market12
Taxes$27,415 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1985
Lot Size1.41 AC / 61,419 SF
CountyLake County

Location

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Building Information for 1490 South Ridge Road

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

Payment Calculator

$10,406 per month

30 year fixed, 6.845% Interest

Principal and Interest

$8,121

Property Taxes

$2,285

HOA Dues

$0

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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
  • 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 (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
  • 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
  • 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
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
  • Deck Dimensions: 15X15

Property History for 1490 South Ridge Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jun 23, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12399916

Jun 21, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12399916

$1,550,000
Jan 23, 2019

Sold

MRED #09780710

$760,000
Jan 11, 2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #638758588

$760,000

-1.4% / yr

Dec 28, 2018

Pending

MRED #09780710

Jan 15, 2018

Listed (Active)

MRED #09780710

$1,105,000
Dec 31, 2016

Expired

MRED #09014691

$1,095,000
Oct 31, 2016

Listed (Active)

MRED #09014691

$1,195,000
Aug 18, 2015

Cancelled

MRED #08692079

$1,275,000
Aug 4, 2014

Listed (Active)

MRED #08692079

$1,355,000
Sep 21, 2007

Cancelled

MRED #06373352

$1,695,000
Jan 8, 2007

Listed (Active)

MRED #06373352

$1,725,000
Sep 11, 2001

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #78762308

$975,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
06/23/2025

Contingent

MRED #12399916

06/21/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12399916

$1,550,000
01/23/2019

Sold

MRED #09780710

$760,000
01/11/2019

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #638758588

$760,000

-1.4% / yr

12/28/2018

Pending

MRED #09780710

01/15/2018

Listed (Active)

MRED #09780710

$1,105,000
12/31/2016

Expired

MRED #09014691

$1,095,000
10/31/2016

Listed (Active)

MRED #09014691

$1,195,000
08/18/2015

Cancelled

MRED #08692079

$1,275,000
08/04/2014

Listed (Active)

MRED #08692079

$1,355,000
09/21/2007

Cancelled

MRED #06373352

$1,695,000
01/08/2007

Listed (Active)

MRED #06373352

$1,725,000
09/11/2001

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #78762308

$975,000

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Public Records for 1490 South Ridge Road

Taxable ValueLand$203,192Additions$271,558Total$474,750
Tax Record2024$27,398 ($2,283 / 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

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