Single story living at it's finest! Don't miss this storybook ranch nestled on a 1/3 acre lot with a huge yard and lots of trees for privacy and tranquility. The sprawling floorplan offers 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a beautifully renovated eat-in kitchen, a large living room with stunning oak cabinetry, a four-seasons sunroom, a large mudroom and an attached garage. Sunlight pours into this home with an abundance of bay windows, picture windows and sliding glass doors that look out over the lovely front courtyard and picturesque backyard. The rich hardwood floors have been recently refinished in the living spaces and bedrooms. The kitchen, which was renovated in 2019, features white and navy cabinets, white quartz countertops, tiled backsplash, stainless steel appliances and an eat-in, built-in banquet. The large primary bedroom features his and her closets. The second bedroom features lovely built-in oak cabinetry and a bay window. The third bedroom is great for a nursery or a home office. There are tons of additional closets and storage throughout the house. The backyard hosts 2 fantastic patios, beautiful gardens and an extra large yard. This lovely property backs up to Woodridge Park. Excellent school district, choice of Highland Park or Deerfield High School, close to Northbrook Court, Botanical Gardens, Lake Michigan, & highways. Plans for an addition are available. Don't miss out!
Single-familyProperty Type
1941Year Built
0.29 acresLot Size
$319Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
1 car garageParking
Listed by Julie Fleetwood• Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Listed by Julia Seitchik• Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Bought with Christopher Weichselbaum• Fulton Grace Realty
Back on market! Great opportunity for fabulous, 40's era single-level home on a 1/3 acre lot. Delightful, courtyard entry residence offers open floor plan w/ large rooms. Ideal for entertaining. Numerous bay & picture windows overlook lush, professionally landscaped "secret" gardens AND deep lot backs up to Woodridge Park. NEW 2016: heating & cooling system, roof, asphalt driveway, & stainless oven. Freshly painted interior. Kitchen was thoughtfully designed approx 18 years ago, featuring ample cabinetry, breakfast bar and opens separate dining area & family rm. Handsome oak surround & built-ins highlight the wood burning fireplace- the focal point in the living room. Location offers quick access to the freeway & expressway. Shopping and Dining at Northbrook Court, and choice of Highland Pk or Deerfield High Schools. Handicap Accessible. NOTE: In Estate, "sold as is. " New: has CLEAN environmental report. Needs some exterior work. Hurry! Great home at reasonable price for quick sale.
Public Records
Jul 29, 2003
Sold
$429,100
$214/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 14, 1995
Sold
$272,000
$136/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 10, 1992
Sold
$248,000
$124/sq ft
Public Records
Sep 1, 1989
Sold
$238,000
$119/sq ft
Public Records
Jul 1, 1986
Sold
$172,000
$86/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,987 (+5.6%)
$61,759 + $89,706
$151,465
2024
$11,355 (+7.1%)
$61,759 + $89,706
$151,465
2023
$10,603 (+3.6%)
$58,225 + $84,572
$142,797
2022
$10,236 (+8.6%)
$52,483 + $76,232
$128,715
2021
$9,429 (+3.4%)
$57,656 + $61,859
$119,515
2020
$9,123 (+3.5%)
$55,733 + $59,796
$115,529
2019
$8,818 (+7.9%)
$55,472 + $67,790
$123,262
2018
$8,174 (+8.3%)
$61,341 + $50,124
$111,465
2017
$7,544 (−2.8%)
$61,341 + $50,124
$111,465
2016
$7,766 (+3.8%)
$60,987 + $65,726
$126,713
2015
$7,479 (−5.1%)
$58,061 + $54,281
$112,342
2013
$7,878 (+1.5%)
$51,582 + $55,413
$106,995
2012
$7,763 (+2.1%)
$52,920 + $56,850
$109,770
2011
$7,603 (−12.8%)
$53,737 + $57,727
$111,464
2010
$8,718 (+2.6%)
$63,400 + $75,108
$138,508
2008
$8,501 (+9.0%)
$67,190 + $79,597
$146,787
2007
$7,798
$64,791 + $76,755
$141,546
Tax history for 61 Ridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,987 (+5.6%)
$61,759 + $89,706
$151,465
2024
$11,355 (+7.1%)
$61,759 + $89,706
$151,465
2023
$10,603 (+3.6%)
$58,225 + $84,572
$142,797
2022
$10,236 (+8.6%)
$52,483 + $76,232
$128,715
2021
$9,429 (+3.4%)
$57,656 + $61,859
$119,515
2020
$9,123 (+3.5%)
$55,733 + $59,796
$115,529
2019
$8,818 (+7.9%)
$55,472 + $67,790
$123,262
2018
$8,174 (+8.3%)
$61,341 + $50,124
$111,465
2017
$7,544 (−2.8%)
$61,341 + $50,124
$111,465
2016
$7,766 (+3.8%)
$60,987 + $65,726
$126,713
2015
$7,479 (−5.1%)
$58,061 + $54,281
$112,342
2013
$7,878 (+1.5%)
$51,582 + $55,413
$106,995
2012
$7,763 (+2.1%)
$52,920 + $56,850
$109,770
2011
$7,603 (−12.8%)
$53,737 + $57,727
$111,464
2010
$8,718 (+2.6%)
$63,400 + $75,108
$138,508
2008
$8,501 (+9.0%)
$67,190 + $79,597
$146,787
2007
$7,798
$64,791 + $76,755
$141,546
*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
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.29 Acres
Year renovated
1945
Sq. Ft.
2,193
Year built
1941
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
16-34-413-017
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
Jul 17, 2024 • Final
Plumbing
Repair the water line from the meter vault to the home. No new meter will be installed.
Plumbing
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