Charming 5 bd, 3.1 ba Cape Cod home set on an oversized lot in the heart of Kenilworth. Expertly renovated and expanded, it offers an artful blend of New England charm, modern amenities, and the finest of finishes. The home boasts gracious rooms, timeless architectural details, and exceptional millwork throughout. A gourmet kitchen serves as the heart of the home with quartzite countertops, custom Amish cabinetry, professional-grade appliances, and cleverly integrated storage including appliance garages. The space flows effortlessly into the new family room with built-in bookshelves and a charming breakfast nook that walks out to the rebuilt Trex deck, perfect for everyday living and entertaining. A rare find, the home offers an attached 2-car garage with direct access to a thoughtfully designed mudroom featuring organized cabinetry and a pantry. Additional interior highlights include a formal dining room with custom window treatments and a shiplap ceiling, a light-filled living room with fireplace and adjoining sunroom with hidden storage. The luxurious primary suite features a fireplace with built-ins, walk-in closet, spa-like bath with heated floors, marble vanity, and custom finishes, along with a private office with hidden storage. Guest and family accommodations are equally impressive, offering four spacious second-floor bedrooms with organized closets & built-in bookshelves, a beautifully finished bath with handmade Zellige tile, a basement ensuite bedroom, and a walk-out lower level that opens to a bluestone patio, storage shed with barn door, and newly landscaped backyard. Additional features include new windows in key areas, upstairs laundry with Electrolux washer/dryer, a tear-off roof with cedar shake dormers, all new HVAC systems, and thoughtful updates that blend modern comfort with classic style. A whole-home water filtration and irrigation system add ease and convenience. Walk to Sears School, New Trier, and the train. Don't miss this exceptional home in a coveted location!
Single-familyProperty Type
1938Year Built
0.25 acresLot Size
$516Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Julie Cassin• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with Katharine Hackett• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
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Market trends in 60043, IL
Last updated July 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Seller's market
Sale-to-List Price
103.5%
+0.3% MoM
Median sale price
$2.5M
$164K MoM
Avg. days on market
45d
21 days MoM
Recently sold homes
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Charming and spacious house. Large living room, good size dinning room, family room in addition off kitchen and there is a bonus room off the living room. Smaller walkout basement with laundry room. House will benefit with sprucing up inside and...
out. Circular drive.
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Sale history for 615 Ridge Rd
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12486775
Oct 31, 2025
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$1,801,000
$510/sq ft
Oct 28, 2025
Pending
—
Oct 12, 2025
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Oct 6, 2025
Listed (Active)
$1,495,000
$424/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10384142
Dec 16, 2020
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$775,000
$220/sq ft
Dec 14, 2020
Pending
—
Jul 31, 2020
Pending (Contingent)
—
Jul 27, 2020
Relisted (Reactivated)
—
Jun 24, 2020
Pending (Contingent)
—
Jun 19, 2020
Relisted (Reactivated)
—
May 22, 2020
Pending
—
Feb 13, 2020
Contingent
—
Feb 13, 2020
Listing Removed
—
Jan 30, 2020
Price Changed
$775,000
$220/sq ft
Jan 10, 2020
Price Changed
$782,500
$222/sq ft
Dec 24, 2019
Price Changed
$792,500
$225/sq ft
Dec 5, 2019
Price Changed
$795,000
$225/sq ft
Oct 30, 2019
Price Changed
$800,000
$227/sq ft
Oct 18, 2019
Price Changed
$815,000
$231/sq ft
Sep 20, 2019
Price Changed
$820,000
$232/sq ft
Jul 25, 2019
Relisted (Reactivated)
—
Jul 21, 2019
Listing Removed
—
May 24, 2019
Listed (New)
$825,000
$234/sq ft
+23
Don't sell this house short! Amazing opportunity to purchase this gem below market value. Situated on 2 Kenilworth accommodating a generous circle drive help nestle this lovely dream away. Great curb appeal in this charming, generous and comfortable 5 Bedroom, 3.1 Bath 1930's Cape Cod opens into a comfortable home allowing you to enjoy a modern country kitchen, hardwood floors, 2 Sitting rooms (one off the Master), balcony/deck that spans the length of the house overlooking the quiet park like backyard, a family room with a wet bar that lets out onto the lower terrace and ample lawn, zoned air, attached 2 car garage and more in this lovely home that was renovated and expanded in 2006. Located within walking and bike distance of shops and Metra. Property is situated on 2 lots. Property is a Short Sale.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09938253
May 15, 2019
Pending (Contingent (Do Not Show))
—
May 14, 2019
Relisted (Back On Market)
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Jan 9, 2019
Contingent
—
Jan 8, 2019
Listing Removed
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Jan 8, 2019
Listing Removed
—
Dec 29, 2018
Price Changed
*
Dec 22, 2018
Price Changed
*
Dec 15, 2018
Price Changed
*
Dec 7, 2018
Price Changed
*
Oct 12, 2018
Price Changed
*
Sep 21, 2018
Price Changed
*
Jul 14, 2018
Price Changed
*
May 18, 2018
Listed (New)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08841676
Jun 23, 2015
Listing Removed
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Apr 16, 2015
Price Changed
*
Feb 18, 2015
Listed (New)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07925848
Apr 11, 2013
Listing Removed
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Feb 14, 2012
Pending
—
Nov 15, 2011
Price Changed (Price Change)
*
Oct 17, 2011
Listed (New)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06875967
Jun 18, 2008
Sold (MLS)
$1,252,000
$355/sq ft
Apr 27, 2008
Listed
$1,399,000
$397/sq ft
Apr 27, 2008
Listing Removed
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Public Records
Jan 5, 1998
Sold
$567,000
$161/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$10,121 (+3.0%)
$16,368 + $25,200
$41,568
2022
$9,822 (−1.5%)
$16,368 + $25,200
$41,568
2021
$9,973 (+7.0%)
$10,741 + $23,038
$33,779
2020
$9,319 (−2.3%)
$10,741 + $23,038
$33,779
2019
$9,538 (+9.0%)
$10,741 + $28,394
$39,135
2018
$8,753 (−13.4%)
$9,207 + $26,136
$35,343
2017
$10,109 (+5.2%)
$9,207 + $32,570
$41,777
2016
$9,610 (−16.0%)
$9,207 + $32,570
$41,777
2015
$11,440 (+2.6%)
$7,544 + $36,268
$43,812
2014
$11,147 (+6.1%)
$7,544 + $36,268
$43,812
2013
$10,502 (+16.4%)
$7,544 + $36,268
$43,812
2012
$9,025 (+5.8%)
$8,311 + $33,100
$41,411
2011
$8,530 (+3.4%)
$8,311 + $33,100
$41,411
2010
$8,248 (+25.9%)
$8,311 + $33,100
$41,411
2009
$6,553 (+9.0%)
$8,439 + $29,044
$37,483
2008
$6,015 (+5.9%)
$13,503 + $26,676
$40,179
2007
$5,678
$13,503 + $26,676
$40,179
Tax history for 615 Ridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2023
$10,121 (+3.0%)
$16,368 + $25,200
$41,568
2022
$9,822 (−1.5%)
$16,368 + $25,200
$41,568
2021
$9,973 (+7.0%)
$10,741 + $23,038
$33,779
2020
$9,319 (−2.3%)
$10,741 + $23,038
$33,779
2019
$9,538 (+9.0%)
$10,741 + $28,394
$39,135
2018
$8,753 (−13.4%)
$9,207 + $26,136
$35,343
2017
$10,109 (+5.2%)
$9,207 + $32,570
$41,777
2016
$9,610 (−16.0%)
$9,207 + $32,570
$41,777
2015
$11,440 (+2.6%)
$7,544 + $36,268
$43,812
2014
$11,147 (+6.1%)
$7,544 + $36,268
$43,812
2013
$10,502 (+16.4%)
$7,544 + $36,268
$43,812
2012
$9,025 (+5.8%)
$8,311 + $33,100
$41,411
2011
$8,530 (+3.4%)
$8,311 + $33,100
$41,411
2010
$8,248 (+25.9%)
$8,311 + $33,100
$41,411
2009
$6,553 (+9.0%)
$8,439 + $29,044
$37,483
2008
$6,015 (+5.9%)
$13,503 + $26,676
$40,179
2007
$5,678
$13,503 + $26,676
$40,179
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
5
Baths
4
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
10,890
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
3,528
Year built
1938
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Cook County
APN
05281070030000
Parking Spaces
2
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Nov 3, 2025.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage