A true masterpiece, with top of the line finishes, a must see! Originally designed by architect Seymour Altman and updated to its previous glory. This 4 Bed, 3 Bath RANCH home boasts phenomenal room sizes, an open floor plan, a movie theater, extra office room, walk in closet. New Layout, New Roof, New Siding, New Central Heating, New Electric, Generator, all work done with permits and up to the highest standards.
Single-familyProperty Type
1961Year Built
0.26 acresLot Size
$381Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 spacesParking
Listed by Maria Karis• Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with Carol Strauss• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Home has been neglected, but nice mid-century modern style with lots of floor to ceiling windows. Private front and backyards.
9 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Barbara Vail
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 296 Ridge Rd
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10366251
Jun 6, 2019
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$630,000
$260/sq ft
May 9, 2019
Contingent
—
May 3, 2019
Listed (New)
$649,000
$268/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10250966
Apr 27, 2019
Contingent
—
Apr 22, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Jan 17, 2019
Listed (New)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10124079
Dec 29, 2018
Pending (Contingent (Do Not Show))
—
Dec 28, 2018
Listing Removed
—
Nov 15, 2018
Price Changed
*
Oct 29, 2018
Listed (New)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09737367
Oct 31, 2017
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$350,000
$145/sq ft
Sep 22, 2017
Contingent
—
Sep 12, 2017
Relisted (Reactivated)
—
Sep 7, 2017
Contingent
—
Aug 31, 2017
Listed (New)
$379,000
$157/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,271 (+5.8%)
$47,153 + $139,690
$186,843
2024
$13,488 (−3.3%)
$47,153 + $139,690
$186,843
2023
$13,941 (+12.1%)
$44,455 + $131,696
$176,151
2022
$12,437 (+8.4%)
$40,071 + $118,709
$158,780
2021
$11,476 (+3.3%)
$44,020 + $93,949
$137,969
2020
$11,104 (+3.5%)
$42,552 + $90,816
$133,368
2019
$10,728 (+4.2%)
$42,353 + $90,391
$132,744
2018
$10,292 (+9.3%)
$46,372 + $86,477
$132,849
2017
$9,412 (+3.8%)
$46,372 + $86,477
$132,849
2016
$9,064 (+3.4%)
$46,105 + $84,492
$130,597
2015
$8,768 (−1.8%)
$43,893 + $80,438
$124,331
2013
$8,929 (+2.7%)
$41,297 + $73,583
$114,880
2012
$8,694 (+2.2%)
$42,368 + $75,492
$117,860
2011
$8,505 (−11.3%)
$43,022 + $76,657
$119,679
2010
$9,585 (+2.6%)
$44,846 + $106,849
$151,695
2008
$9,345 (+9.1%)
$47,526 + $113,236
$160,762
2007
$8,568
$45,829 + $109,193
$155,022
Tax history for 296 Ridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,271 (+5.8%)
$47,153 + $139,690
$186,843
2024
$13,488 (−3.3%)
$47,153 + $139,690
$186,843
2023
$13,941 (+12.1%)
$44,455 + $131,696
$176,151
2022
$12,437 (+8.4%)
$40,071 + $118,709
$158,780
2021
$11,476 (+3.3%)
$44,020 + $93,949
$137,969
2020
$11,104 (+3.5%)
$42,552 + $90,816
$133,368
2019
$10,728 (+4.2%)
$42,353 + $90,391
$132,744
2018
$10,292 (+9.3%)
$46,372 + $86,477
$132,849
2017
$9,412 (+3.8%)
$46,372 + $86,477
$132,849
2016
$9,064 (+3.4%)
$46,105 + $84,492
$130,597
2015
$8,768 (−1.8%)
$43,893 + $80,438
$124,331
2013
$8,929 (+2.7%)
$41,297 + $73,583
$114,880
2012
$8,694 (+2.2%)
$42,368 + $75,492
$117,860
2011
$8,505 (−11.3%)
$43,022 + $76,657
$119,679
2010
$9,585 (+2.6%)
$44,846 + $106,849
$151,695
2008
$9,345 (+9.1%)
$47,526 + $113,236
$160,762
2007
$8,568
$45,829 + $109,193
$155,022
*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
3
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.26 Acres
Year renovated
1990
Sq. Ft.
3,417
Year built
1961
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
16-34-407-007
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
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Day care facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Educational/school
Golf related
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Cars: 2
# of Garage Spaces: 2
Garage Parking
Garage Transmitter(s)
Attached Garage
Garage On-Site
Owned Garage
Asphalt Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms (Above Grade): 4
Master Bedroom Information
Size: 16X15
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Bedroom #2 Information
Size: 16X10
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Bedroom #3 Information
Size: 12X11
On Main Level
Carpet Flooring
Window Blinds
Bedroom #4 Information
Size: 17X9
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Master Bath
Double Sink, Soaking Tub
Bathroom(s) in Basement
Living Room Information
Size: 24X17
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Dining Room Information
Separate Dining Room
Size: 16X11
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Kitchen Information
Size: 17X17
Island
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Laundry Room Information
Size: 8X6
On Main Level
Ceramic/Porcelain Tile Flooring
Additional Rooms Information
Office, Theatre Room, Walk-In Closet
Full Basement
Finished Basement
Pull Down Stair to Attic
Additional Room #2 Information
Office
Size: 12X15
In Basement
Carpet Flooring
Additional Room #3 Information
Theater Room
Size: 14X18
In Basement
Carpet Flooring
Additional Room #5 Information
Walk-in Closet
Size: 9X9
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Equipment
Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Disposal
Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump, Power Generator
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
In Living Room, In Master Bedroom
Wood Burning, Electric
Interior Features
Hardwood Flooring, 1st Floor Laundry
Heating & Cooling
Gas Heating
Central Air Conditioning
Exterior
Building Information
Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
Built Before 1978
Recent Rehab (Y/N): Yes
Age: 51-60 Years
Aluminum Siding, Brick Exterior
Concrete Foundation
Asphalt/Glass Roof (Rolled)
Property Features
Patio
Lot Information
Dimensions: 149X76
.25-.49 Acre
Property Information
# of Rooms: 9
Ownership: Fee Simple
Main Sq. Ft.: 2421
Basement Sq. Ft.: 1234
Finished Basement Sq. Ft.: 1234
Aprox. Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 3655
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 3655
Rehab Year: 2019
School Bus Service, Commuter Bus
Parcel Identification Number: 16344070070000
Financial
Financial Information
Tax: $9,412.18
Tax Year: 2017
Special Service Area: N
Finance Code: Cash
Utilities
Utility Information
Water: Lake Michigan
Sewer (Public)
200+ Amp Service
Location
Community Information
Curbs/Gutters, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Paved Street
School Information
Elementary School: Red Oak Elementary School
Elementary School District: 112
Junior High: Edgewood Middle School
Junior High District: 112
High School: Highland Park High School
Alternate High School: Deerfield High School
High School District: 113
Location Information
Township: Moraine
Corporate Limits: Highland Park
Directions: Between Lake Cook & Clavey, on west side of Ridge.
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 3.0
Sq. Ft.: 3,417
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.26 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1961
Year Renovated: 1990
County: Lake County
APN: 16-34-407-007
Home facts updated by county records on Jul 15, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Sale Price Includes Parking
Listing Agent Must Accompany
Possession: Closing
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Sale Terms: Conventional
Seller Concessions: No
Around this home
Schools
Sherwood Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
8/10
Edgewood Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
9/10
Highland Park High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.5mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 98° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4/10 Air Factor
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Highland Park, IL • 60035
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.3 hours in
June and 3.3 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.3 hrs
3.3 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$878,000 – $1.06M
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