OFF MARKET

Off market oct 2021 for $555K

$1,061,951

Est. refi paymentEst. refi $3,006/mo

•

2,186

sq ft

551 Ridge Rd, Kenilworth, IL 60043

About this home

Incredible value in this Kenilworth 3 bed, 3 bath home! This bright and spacious charmer is located on an amazing lot and in desirable Sears and New Trier school districts. Located across from the Indian Hill Country Club and its popular two-mile walking and biking loop, and a short walk to restaurants, trains, parks, and schools. Excellent layout with spacious living area and bedrooms make this one hard to beat! Features include wood burning fireplace, hardwood floors throughout, second floor laundry, ample closet and storage space, and attached 2.5 car garage. Enjoy your generously sized outdoor oasis with no/low maintenance composite decking patio and fenced yard with mature trees; perfect for grilling, entertaining, and relaxing outdoors surrounded by nature.

Single-familyProperty Type

1963Year Built

$486Est. Price/Sq.Ft.

2 car garageParking

Listed by Boris Lehtman • Fulton Grace Realty

Bought with Anne Malone • Engel & Voelkers Chicago North Shore

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11092705

Redfin Estimate

$1,061,951

$507K since sold in October 2021$103K since September

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This home's estimate is 23% lower than the average sale price ($1.38M) of 5 comparable homes.

SOLD JUL 29, 2026
$1,450,000
A
3 beds3.5 baths— sq ft
1943 Greenwood Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
SOLD SEP 22, 2026
$1,560,000
B
4 beds3 baths2,496 sq ft
1926 Greenwood Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
SOLD AUG 31, 2026
$1,600,000
C
4 beds3 baths2,334 sq ft
420 Brier St, Kenilworth, IL 60043
SOLD AUG 7, 2026
$1,450,000
D
4 beds2.5 baths2,289 sq ft
2034 Greenwood Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091
SOLD JUL 24, 2026
$837,500
E
3 beds2.5 baths1,850 sq ft
611 Roger Ave, Kenilworth, IL 60043

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$3,065/mo

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Market trends in 60043, IL

Last updated September 2026

Buyer's Market

Seller's Market

Seller's market

Sale-to-List Price

99.6%

2.8% MoM

Median sale price

$2.6M

$662K MoM

Avg. days on market

69d

12 days MoM

Recently sold homes

1 MoM

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Sale history for 551 Ridge Rd

Date

Event

Price

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11092705

Oct 7, 2021

Sold (MLS) (Closed)

$555,000

$254/sq ft

Sep 14, 2021

Pending

—

Aug 13, 2021

Pending (Active Under Contract)

—

Aug 3, 2021

Relisted (Active)

—

Jul 14, 2021

Pending (Active Under Contract)

—

Jul 6, 2021

Pending (Contingent)

—

Jun 16, 2021

Price Changed

$575,000

$263/sq ft

May 26, 2021

Price Changed

$585,000

$268/sq ft

May 19, 2021

Listed (New)

$599,000

$274/sq ft

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11052513

May 18, 2021

Listing Removed

—

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09961790

Jun 19, 2018

Listing Removed

—

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09887410

May 21, 2018

Listing Removed

—

MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07230998

Sep 21, 2009

Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)

$450,000

$206/sq ft

Sep 3, 2009

Pending

—

Jul 30, 2009

Contingent

—

Jun 1, 2009

Listed

$499,900

$229/sq ft

Public Records

Jul 7, 1998

Sold

$407,500

$186/sq ft

Public Records

May 25, 1994

Sold

$275,000

$126/sq ft

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$13,958 (+6.4%)

$19,747 + $75,253

$95,000

2022

$13,114 (−14.9%)

$19,747 + $35,753

$55,500

2021

$15,403 (−2.9%)

$12,959 + $42,541

$55,500

2020

$15,871 (−6.9%)

$12,959 + $45,559

$58,518

2019

$17,055 (+16.0%)

$12,959 + $57,994

$70,953

2018

$14,697 (+2.9%)

$11,107 + $49,366

$60,473

2017

$14,277 (−6.9%)

$11,107 + $49,366

$60,473

2016

$15,335 (+14.9%)

$11,107 + $56,463

$67,570

2015

$13,346 (−2.7%)

$9,102 + $43,407

$52,509

2014

$13,720 (+6.2%)

$9,102 + $46,128

$55,230

2013

$12,918 (+33.7%)

$9,102 + $46,128

$55,230

2012

$9,663 (+3.5%)

$10,027 + $34,972

$44,999

2011

$9,339 (+2.2%)

$10,027 + $34,972

$44,999

2010

$9,135 (−19.5%)

$10,027 + $34,972

$44,999

2009

$11,344 (+9.5%)

$10,182 + $59,405

$69,587

2008

$10,358 (+7.3%)

$16,291 + $56,960

$73,251

2007

$9,653

$16,291 + $56,960

$73,251

Tax history for 551 Ridge Rd

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2023

$13,958 (+6.4%)

$19,747 + $75,253

$95,000

2022

$13,114 (−14.9%)

$19,747 + $35,753

$55,500

2021

$15,403 (−2.9%)

$12,959 + $42,541

$55,500

2020

$15,871 (−6.9%)

$12,959 + $45,559

$58,518

2019

$17,055 (+16.0%)

$12,959 + $57,994

$70,953

2018

$14,697 (+2.9%)

$11,107 + $49,366

$60,473

2017

$14,277 (−6.9%)

$11,107 + $49,366

$60,473

2016

$15,335 (+14.9%)

$11,107 + $56,463

$67,570

2015

$13,346 (−2.7%)

$9,102 + $43,407

$52,509

2014

$13,720 (+6.2%)

$9,102 + $46,128

$55,230

2013

$12,918 (+33.7%)

$9,102 + $46,128

$55,230

2012

$9,663 (+3.5%)

$10,027 + $34,972

$44,999

2011

$9,339 (+2.2%)

$10,027 + $34,972

$44,999

2010

$9,135 (−19.5%)

$10,027 + $34,972

$44,999

2009

$11,344 (+9.5%)

$10,182 + $59,405

$69,587

2008

$10,358 (+7.3%)

$16,291 + $56,960

$73,251

2007

$9,653

$16,291 + $56,960

$73,251

*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.

Public record

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

1.5

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

6,171 Sq. Ft.

Year renovated

—

Sq. Ft.

2,069

Year built

1967

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Cook County

APN

05281080030000

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Sep 16, 2026.

Property details

Parking

Parking Information
# Of Cars: 2.5
# of Garage Spaces: 2.5
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Attached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
Driveway: Asphalt

Interior

Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Bath Amenities: Whirlpool,Double Sink,Bidet

Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3

Additional Rooms Information
Attic: Pull Down Stair,Unfinished
Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
Basement Description: None
Laundry Features: In Unit, Laundry Closet

Interior Features
Interior Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors
# of Rooms: 6

Equipment
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Humidifier, TV-Cable, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Fan-Whole House

Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Living Room
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen

Exterior

Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Storms/Screens

Building Information
Living Area Source: Plans
Exterior Building Type: Brick,Cedar
Age: 51-60 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 2,186

Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: Split Level, Tear Down
Main Sq Ft: 1217
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 2,186
Total Sq Ft: 2,186
Upper Sq Ft: 969
General Information: School Bus Service
Parcel Number: 05281080030000

Lot Information
Dimensions: 53 X 128 X 113
Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre

Financial

Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $17,055.39
Tax Year: 2019
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner

Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N

Utilities

Utility Information
Water Source: Lake Michigan
Sewer: Public Sewer

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling: Central Air

Location

Community Information
Community Features: Park, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

School Information
Elementary School District: 38
Elementary School: The Joseph Sears School
Middle Or Junior School District: 38
Middle Or Junior School: The Joseph Sears School
High School District: 203
High School: New Trier Twp H.S. Northfield/Wi

Location Information
Township: New Trier
Corporate Limits: Kenilworth
Directions: Ridge Rd. North of Park Dr.; between Kent Rd. & Roger Ave.

Public facts

Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,069
Stories: 1.5
Lot Size: 6,171 square feet
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1967
Year Renovated: —
County: Cook County
APN: 05281080030000

Home facts updated by county records on Sep 16, 2026

Other

Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing

Around this home

Schools

The Joseph Sears School

Public PreK-8 • Assigned • 0.3mi

9/10

New Trier Township High School Winnetka

Public 10-12 • Assigned • 0.5mi

8/10

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Lifestyle

Provided by Walk Score and Local Logic

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

3/10 Air Factor

4 unhealthy days expected this year, 4 days in 30 years

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Historical weather

Kenilworth, IL • 60043

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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.

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Estimated sale price

$1.01M – $1.22M

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Data from public records.

Address	Redfin Estimate
545 Ridge Road, Kenilworth, IL 5 Beds \| 3.5 Baths \| 4239 Sq. Ft.	$1,916,110
601 Ridge Road, Kenilworth, IL 5 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| - Sq. Ft.	$1,400,715

Address	Redfin Estimate
558 Ridge Road, Winnetka, IL 4 Beds \| 4 Baths \| 4222 Sq. Ft.	$2,299,897
552 Ridge Road, Winnetka, IL 5 Beds \| 4.5 Baths \| 3962 Sq. Ft.	$2,259,223

Address	Redfin Estimate
555 Ridge Road, Kenilworth, IL 4 Beds \| 2.5 Baths \| 2098 Sq. Ft.	$1,207,077
525 Ridge Road, Kenilworth, IL 4 Beds \| 3 Baths \| 2353 Sq. Ft.	$1,578,605

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