Right size perfection could be yours! If you appreciate quality workmanship, lovely finishes and want "new" that isn't cookie cutter, check out this beautiful home in the desirable Sherwood Forest neighborhood of Highland Park! The home was thoughtfully renovated in 2020-21 and has a very flexible floor plan, tons of sunlight and openness. It's hassle - free living at its best. Lovely large and private primary suite sits on the top floor of this split level home. Each floor is separated by just a handful of steps. There are two bedrooms and one bath on the 2nd level. One has a walk-in closet that used to be another bedroom. Lower level has 4th bedroom/office/workout space. The main level is the perfect flow especially if one loves to entertain or appreciates the separation of living spaces. Embrace the sleek and stylish kitchen with Quartz counters and custom cabinetry. Live in the front and back rooms any way you like. Large front room overlooking a perennial garden is the current large dining room but could also be the main family room space - big enough for a large sectional, TV and more. The back of the house is bathed in sunlight and offers lovely views of another perennial garden and private patio. There are sliding doors that open to a patio and a nice covered outdoor space on the other side. Use this space as family room/eating area or sunroom. Totally flexible! There are lovely tidy yard spaces with beautiful gardens in front and back. Plenty of parking with a long driveway which leads to a 2-car garage which is equipped for an electric car. Fenced yard including a gate along the driveway. This location sits between Deerfield and Highland Park shopping and restaurants and provides easy access to 41! Several nearby parks! Don't miss the opportunity for move-in ready at its finest!
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
7,000 sq ftLot Size
2 car garageParking
Listed by Julie Fleetwood• Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Listed by Julia Seitchik• Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Exceptional renovation and expansion of a ubiquitous architectural style found throughout the north suburbs. Absolutely every square inch appears to have been redone. The floating staircase is an eye catching feature.
2 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Adrienne Sassaman
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 1231 Ridge Rd
Date
Event
Price
Public Records
May 23, 2024
Sold
$770,000
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11981089
May 21, 2024
Pending
—
May 21, 2024
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$770,000
Mar 24, 2024
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Feb 19, 2024
Listed (Active)
$789,000
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11901903
Nov 27, 2023
Listing Removed
—
Oct 26, 2023
Listed (Active)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11854113
Oct 6, 2023
Listing Removed
—
Sep 28, 2023
Relisted (Active)
—
Sep 20, 2023
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Sep 11, 2023
Listed (Active)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11807727
Aug 8, 2023
Listing Removed
—
Jul 21, 2023
Price Changed
*
Jul 12, 2023
Relisted (Active)
—
Jul 7, 2023
Contingent (Contingent - No Showings)
—
Jun 15, 2023
Listed (Active)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11268506
Jan 21, 2022
Sold (MLS)
$735,000
Nov 2, 2021
Listed
$750,000
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10536296
Jan 16, 2020
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$235,000
Dec 4, 2019
Contingent
—
Nov 6, 2019
Price Changed
$239,900
Oct 22, 2019
Price Changed
$249,900
Oct 11, 2019
Price Changed
$259,900
Oct 1, 2019
Listed (New)
$269,900
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,657 (+18.5%)
$44,531 + $151,830
$196,361
2024
$13,214 (+16.8%)
$44,531 + $151,830
$196,361
2023
$11,315 (+67.5%)
$42,475 + $123,242
$165,717
2022
$6,756 (+9.0%)
$35,140 + $101,960
$137,100
2021
$6,197 (+10.8%)
$37,695 + $43,374
$81,069
2020
$5,594 (−43.2%)
$36,343 + $41,818
$78,161
2019
$9,855 (+28.4%)
$36,357 + $96,788
$133,145
2018
$7,674 (+2.9%)
$38,536 + $71,786
$110,322
2017
$7,456 (+3.0%)
$38,536 + $71,786
$110,322
2016
$7,241 (+2.6%)
$38,413 + $71,557
$109,970
2015
$7,054 (+22.9%)
$36,960 + $68,851
$105,811
2013
$5,740 (−34.1%)
$34,886 + $47,505
$82,391
2012
$8,708 (−1.4%)
$35,347 + $87,082
$122,429
2011
$8,835 (+4.3%)
$37,090 + $91,377
$128,467
2010
$8,474 (+2.4%)
$40,723 + $98,375
$139,098
2008
$8,273 (+5.1%)
$43,148 + $104,233
$147,381
2007
$7,869
$42,943 + $103,738
$146,681
Tax history for 1231 Ridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$15,657 (+18.5%)
$44,531 + $151,830
$196,361
2024
$13,214 (+16.8%)
$44,531 + $151,830
$196,361
2023
$11,315 (+67.5%)
$42,475 + $123,242
$165,717
2022
$6,756 (+9.0%)
$35,140 + $101,960
$137,100
2021
$6,197 (+10.8%)
$37,695 + $43,374
$81,069
2020
$5,594 (−43.2%)
$36,343 + $41,818
$78,161
2019
$9,855 (+28.4%)
$36,357 + $96,788
$133,145
2018
$7,674 (+2.9%)
$38,536 + $71,786
$110,322
2017
$7,456 (+3.0%)
$38,536 + $71,786
$110,322
2016
$7,241 (+2.6%)
$38,413 + $71,557
$109,970
2015
$7,054 (+22.9%)
$36,960 + $68,851
$105,811
2013
$5,740 (−34.1%)
$34,886 + $47,505
$82,391
2012
$8,708 (−1.4%)
$35,347 + $87,082
$122,429
2011
$8,835 (+4.3%)
$37,090 + $91,377
$128,467
2010
$8,474 (+2.4%)
$40,723 + $98,375
$139,098
2008
$8,273 (+5.1%)
$43,148 + $104,233
$147,381
2007
$7,869
$42,943 + $103,738
$146,681
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
50 ft.
Lot depth
146 ft.
Lot size
7,301 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
2000
Sq. Ft.
1,706
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
16-28-222-006
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
R6
Medium Density Residential District
This zoning district provides for medium density residential and normal accessory uses. It is not intended to allow commercial, industrial, governmental, recreational, or like uses in this district; however, certain facilities required to serve educational, religious, or other needs of the area may be allowed within the district as conditional uses subject to restrictions intended to preserve and protect the residential character