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1470 S Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
About this home
Inviting and expansive Cape Cod sited on 1.41 acres on beautiful tree-lined Ridge Road. Impressive curb appeal, circular driveway and side-load 3-car garage. Sunny 5 bedroom, 2.2 bath home with open floor plan! 1st floor has pristine oak hardwood floors, formal living/dining rooms, a gracious family room w/ fireplace, a gorgeous sun room, renovated kitchen and powder room. Fabulous chef's kitchen with table eating area, island w/ seating and planning desk. Huge walk-in pantry, 1st floor laundry and mudroom. 2nd level has a gracious landing and 4 bedrooms. Huge master suite boasts 2 walk-in closets, spa bath and bonus room (office/home gym/studio) with vaulted ceilings. Finished basement offers a recreation room, 5th bedroom, ample storage and more! Relax and enjoy stunning views of the large fenced backyard w/ multi-tiered deck and lush landscaping. Short walk to Northcroft Park; close to Metra commuter train station and great shopping. What an incredible buy! Welcome home!
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Sale history for 1470 S Ridge Rd
$206/sq ft
$211/sq ft
$27/sq ft
Tax history for 1470 S Ridge Rd
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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Property details
Parking
- Parking Information
- # of Cars: 3
- # of Garage Spaces: 3
- Garage Parking
- Garage Door Opener(s), Garage Transmitter(s), 7+ Ft. High Garage Door
- Attached Garage
- Garage On-Site
- Owned Garage
- Asphalt Driveway, Circular Driveway
Interior
- Bedroom Information
- # of Bedrooms: 5
- # of Bedrooms (Above Grade): 4
- # of Bedrooms (Below Grade): 1
- Master Bedroom Information
- Size: 19X17
- On 2nd Level
- Carpet Flooring
- Bedroom #2 Information
- Size: 16X13
- On 2nd Level
- Carpet Flooring
- Bedroom #3 Information
- Size: 15X13
- On 2nd Level
- Carpet Flooring
- Bedroom #4 Information
- Size: 19X14
- On 2nd Level
- Carpet Flooring
- Bathroom Information
- # of Baths (Full): 2
- # of Baths (1/2): 2
- Master Bath
- Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink
- Living Room Information
- Size: 19X15
- On Main Level
- Carpet Flooring
- Family Room Information
- Size: 20X18
- On Main Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Dining Room Information
- Separate Dining Room
- Size: 15X13
- On Main Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Kitchen Information
- Size: 26X22
- Eating Area (Table Space), Island, Pantry (Walk-in)
- On Main Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Laundry Room Information
- Size: 14X8
- On Main Level
- Ceramic/Porcelain Tile Flooring
- Additional Rooms Information
- Sun/Florida Room (Heated), Bonus Room, 5th Bedroom, Recreation Room, Foyer, Storage Room
- Full Basement
- Finished Basement
- Full Attic, Unfinished Attic
- Additional Room #1 Information
- Sun/Florida Room Heated
- Size: 14X14
- On Main Level
- Ceramic/Porcelain Tile Flooring
- Additional Room #2 Information
- Bonus Room
- Size: 21X16
- On 2nd Level
- Carpet Flooring
- Additional Room #3 Information
- Bedroom #5
- Size: 15X14
- In Basement
- Carpet Flooring
- Additional Room #4 Information
- Recreation Room
- Size: 27X23
- In Basement
- Carpet Flooring
- Additional Room #5 Information
- Foyer
- Size: 11X10
- On Main Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Additional Room #6 Information
- Storage
- Size: 29X13
- In Basement
- Other Flooring
- Equipment
- Double Oven, Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Trash Compactor, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances
- Humidifier, Central Vacuum, Cable TV, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan, Air Exchanger
- Fireplace Information
- # of Fireplaces: 1
- In Family Room
- Wood Burning, Gas Starter
- Interior Features
- Skylight(s), Hardwood Flooring, 1st Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Heating & Cooling
- Gas Heating, Forced Air Heating, Zoned Heating
- Central Air Conditioning
Exterior
- Building Information
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Age: 31-40 Years
- Brick Exterior, Cedar Exterior
- Concrete Foundation
- Wood Shake/Shingle Roof
- Property Features
- Deck, Porch, Storm/Screen Windows
- Lot Information
- Dimensions: 262 X 234
- 1.0-1.99 Acres
- Fenced Yard, Professionally Landscaped, Park Adjacent, Wooded
- Property Information
- # of Rooms: 12
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Basement Sq. Ft.: 2462
- Unfinished Basement Sq. Ft.: 1759
- Finished Basement Sq. Ft.: 703
- Aprox. Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 703
- Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 2462
- School Bus Service, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
- Parcel Identification Number: 16084040220000
Financial
- Financial Information
- Tax: $17,705
- Tax Year: 2017
- Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
- Special Service Area: N
- Finance Code: Conventional
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
- Sewer (Public), Sewer (Storm)
- Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Location
- Community Information
- Park/Playground, Curbs/Gutters, Paved Street
- School Information
- Elementary School: Cherokee Elementary School
- Elementary School District: 67
- Junior High: Deer Path Middle School
- Junior High District: 67
- High School: Lake Forest High School
- High School District: 115
- Location Information
- Township: West Deerfield
- Corporate Limits: Lake Forest
- Directions: West on Old Elm, South on Ridge Road to #1470.
Public facts
- Beds: 4
- Baths: 6.0
- Sq. Ft.: 5,461
- Stories: 2.0
- Lot Size: 1.41 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1984
- Year Renovated: 1984
- County: Lake County
- APN: 16-08-404-022
Other
- Listing Information
- Sale Price Includes Parking
- Possession: Closing
- Holds Earnest Money: Yes
- Sale Terms: Conventional
- Seller Concessions: No
Around this home
Schools
Public K-4 • Assigned • 2.0mi
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.0mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.6mi
Lifestyle
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Climate risks
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 98° expected this year, 13 days in 30 years
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
4 unhealthy days expected this year, 5 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.2 hours in June and 3.3 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.
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