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1565 S Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
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Set on 1.5 wooded acres in beautiful Lake Forest, this custom home offers 4,600 square feet of quality construction presented in a wonderful layout of light-filled rooms. The stunning entry leads you to the central foyer and grand staircase, with views of the sparkling pool and extensive grounds as soon as you enter the home. You are immediately drawn to the grand living room/great room with floor-to-ceiling brick fireplace, double-height beamed ceiling with skylights, and windows on three sides flooding the room with light. Three sliding doors provide easy access to the rear patio and pool making this home ideal for indoor/outdoor living. The living room is fully open to the spacious chef's kitchen, with SubZero and Wolf appliances, two center islands, and bar seating. A private office/library with built-in bookshelves and fireplace and a lovely sunny bedroom with attached full bath are also on the main floor, along with a full-sized laundry room, pristine 3-car-garage, and a spacious full bath/changing room with easy access to the pool. The rear staircase takes you directly to the spacious family room, perfect for a game room, exercise room, media room or all of the above! The second floor has 3 bedrooms with en-suite baths, including the sunny primary suite featuring an extra-large bath with dual sinks, walk-in shower, and copper soaking tub; spacious walk-in closet with built-ins throughout; and a large bank of windows overlooking the pool and grounds. The exterior is just as perfect as the interior, with a large heated pool, bluestone terrace, and extensive grounds. This home is a dream property in beautiful Lake Forest with the quality schools, charming downtown, easy access to trains, and special amenities the community is known for. This is a very special home that has been beautifully maintained and is move-in ready.
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Sale history for 1565 S Ridge Rd
$303/sq ft
$310/sq ft
$326/sq ft
$348/sq ft
Tax history for 1565 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 Garage Spaces: 3
- # of Parking (Total): 3
- Parking: Garage
- Garage Ownership: Owned
- Garage On-Site: Yes
- Garage Type: Attached
- Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s)
- Driveway: Asphalt,Brick
Interior
- Bathroom Information
- # of Baths (Full): 5
- Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Double Sink,Double Shower,Soaking Tub
- Bedroom Information
- # of Bedrooms: 4
- # of Bedrooms Possible: 4
- Room Information
- Room Type: Office
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 16 x 16
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Room Information
- Room Type: Foyer
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Room Information
- Room Type: Pantry
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 4 x 8
- Room Information
- Room Type: Walk In Closet
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 7 x 14
- Flooring: Carpet
- Room Information
- Room Type: Bedroom 2
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 16 x 14
- Flooring: Carpet
- Room Information
- Room Type: Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 13 x 19
- Flooring: Carpet
- Room Information
- Room Type: Bedroom 4
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 13 x 17
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Room Information
- Room Type: Dining Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 14 x 14
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Room Information
- Room Type: Family Room
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 26 x 22
- Flooring: Carpet
- Room Information
- Room Type: Kitchen
- Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Island,Pantry-Walk-in,Granite Counters
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 14 x 23
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Room Information
- Room Type: Laundry
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 8 x 8
- Flooring: Ceramic Tile
- Room Information
- Room Type: Living Room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: 32 x 20
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Room Information
- Room Type: Master Bedroom
- Level: Second
- Dimensions: 14 x 23
- Flooring: Carpet
- Bath: Full,Double Sink,Tub & Separate Shwr
- Additional Rooms Information
- Dining Room: Separate
- Basement: Full
- Basement Description: Unfinished
- Laundry Features: Sink
- Interior Features
- Interior Features: Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Beamed Ceilings, Separate Dining Room
- # of Rooms: 9
- Equipment
- Appliances: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
- Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Multiple Water Heaters
- Fireplace Information
- # of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace Location: Living Room,Other
Exterior
- Exterior Features
- Exterior Features: Patio, In Ground Pool, Storms/Screens
- Building Information
- Living Area Source: Estimated
- Exterior Building Type: Brick
- Age: 31-40 Years
- Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
- Roof: Asphalt
- Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 4,600
- Property Information
- Property Type: Detached Single
- Property Type: 2 Stories
- Main Sq Ft: 2300
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Rebuilt (Y/N): No
- Rehab (Y/N): No
- Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 6,900
- Total Sq Ft: 4,600
- Unfinished Lower Sq Ft: 2300
- Upper Sq Ft: 2300
- Parcel Number: 16084010060000
- Additional Parcels Description: 16084010110000
- Lot Information
- Dimensions: 231 X 284
- Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres
- Lot Features: Wooded, Mature Trees, Outdoor Lighting, Partial Fencing
Financial
- Tax Information
- Tax Annual Amount: $19,904.88
- Tax Year: 2021
- Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
- Financial Information
- Finance Code: Conventional
- Special Service Area: N
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Water Source: Lake Michigan, Public
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Heating & Cooling
- Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned
- Cooling: Central Air, Zoned
Location
- Homeowners Association Information
- Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
- School Information
- Elementary School District: 67
- Elementary School: Cherokee Elementary School
- Middle Or Junior School District: 67
- Middle Or Junior School: Deer Path Middle School
- High School District: 115
- High School: Lake Forest High School
- Location Information
- Township: West Deerfield
- Corporate Limits: Lake Forest
- Directions: Old Elm Rd west of US 41 to Ridge Rd, south on Ridge Rd to home
Public facts
- Beds: 4
- Baths: 4.5
- Sq. Ft.: 4,641
- Stories: 2.0
- Lot Size: 1.44 acres
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1987
- Year Renovated: 1987
- County: Lake County
- APN: 16-08-401-006
Other
- Listing Information
- Holds Earnest Money: Yes
- Possession: Closing
- Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
Public K-4 • Assigned • 2.2mi
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 2.2mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.7mi
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, 14 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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| Address | Redfin Estimate |
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