Renovate, add-on or build to suit on this gorgeous, private 1.6 Acre Corner Lot in West Lake Forest. Existing, charming ranch home on the property is 2,540 square feet with an attached 2 car garage. Home is nicely set-back from the street. Generous room sizes for entertaining and enjoying the serene setting of the property. Inviting foyer with skylight and an expansive sunroom overlooking incredible wooded lot. Family room with wood burning fireplace and built-in book cases adds to the charm and potential for what this home could be. Primary bedroom suite with ample closet space and bath, with separate shower and deep tub. Hardwood floors throughout most of the home. Prime location within 2 miles of 2 Metra Rail stations, 3 miles of schools and easy access to major roadways. Imagine the possibilities for this special property and make it your own! Please note - property has not been occupied in several years and is being sold as-is. All utilities are currently disconnected to the home.
Single-familyProperty Type
1955Year Built
1.6 acresLot Size
$432Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Jodi Taub• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Listed by Jamie Stronberg• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Bought with Jodi Taub• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Large lot in nice location. Water damage is evident. Almost all windows appear original. Older kitchen. Lots of work needed. Drive has parking for multiple cars.
2 years ago• May not reflect the current state of the home
Tom Boysen
Redfin Associate agent
Sale history for 370 S Ridge Rd
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12288640
Apr 1, 2025
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$625,000
$246/sq ft
Mar 3, 2025
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Feb 28, 2025
Relisted (Active)
—
Feb 19, 2025
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Feb 11, 2025
Listed (Active)
$625,000
$246/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12288574
Feb 28, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Feb 28, 2025
Relisted (Active)
—
Feb 19, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Feb 18, 2025
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Feb 11, 2025
Listed (Active)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11768767
Jun 8, 2023
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$540,000
$213/sq ft
May 23, 2023
Pending
—
May 10, 2023
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Apr 27, 2023
Listed (Active)
$599,000
$236/sq ft
+27
Absolutely Charming Ranch Home on 1.6 Acre Corner Lot. Generous Room Sizes For Gatherings and Quiet Enjoyment. From The Inviting Foyer with Skylight To The Expansive Sunroom Overlooking The Wooded Lot In A Prime Location, This Home Is Something Special. Family Room with Fireplace and A Bank of Built-In Bookcases Creates Space For Smart Conversations and Comfortable Laughter. Breakfast Nook Provides Daily Meal Space Right Off The Kitchen. Formal Dining Room Creates Memorable Meals. Master Bedroom Suite with Ample Closet Space and Bath, Offering Shower Stall and Jetted Tub. Hardwood Floors Through Most of the Home. A Sunroom with Amazing Views of the Wooded Lot, Overlooking Garden Boxes and Small Pond. Settle In This Prime Location Within 2 Miles of 2 Metra Stations, 3 Miles of Schools, Including Lake Forest College and Easy Access To Major Roadways. Welcome Home! Residents of Lake Forest Enjoy A Wide Array of Community Services, Including Outstanding Educational, Recreational, and Cultural Facilities. With 11 Miles of Bike Trails and Over 20 Miles of Nature and Walking Trails, the City of Lake Forest Offers A Beautiful Environment For All Who Want To Enjoy The Outdoors. Estate Sale, Sold in As-Is Condition
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11748048
Apr 27, 2023
Listing Removed
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Mar 30, 2023
Listed (Active)
*
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11729013
Mar 30, 2023
Listing Removed
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Mar 15, 2023
Listed (Active)
*
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,486 (+1.3%)
$218,036 + $86,116
$304,152
2024
$17,265 (+5.1%)
$218,036 + $86,116
$304,152
2023
$16,430 (+24.7%)
$207,970 + $82,140
$290,110
2022
$13,178 (−18.6%)
$199,587 + $78,829
$278,416
2021
$16,189 (+2.7%)
$210,209 + $86,063
$296,272
2020
$15,770 (+3.3%)
$202,670 + $82,976
$285,646
2019
$15,266 (+4.3%)
$202,752 + $83,010
$285,762
2018
$14,632 (+1.8%)
$214,899 + $73,417
$288,316
2017
$14,367 (+3.2%)
$214,899 + $73,417
$288,316
2016
$13,915 (+1.5%)
$214,214 + $73,183
$287,397
2015
$13,704 (−3.7%)
$206,114 + $70,416
$276,530
2013
$14,236 (+3.1%)
$195,048 + $78,037
$273,085
2012
$13,813 (+4.1%)
$197,676 + $79,089
$276,765
2011
$13,267 (+7.7%)
$207,425 + $82,989
$290,414
2010
$12,318 (+3.1%)
$227,783 + $64,479
$292,262
2008
$11,951 (+1.7%)
$241,347 + $68,319
$309,666
2007
$11,756
$240,201 + $79,225
$319,426
Tax history for 370 S Ridge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$17,486 (+1.3%)
$218,036 + $86,116
$304,152
2024
$17,265 (+5.1%)
$218,036 + $86,116
$304,152
2023
$16,430 (+24.7%)
$207,970 + $82,140
$290,110
2022
$13,178 (−18.6%)
$199,587 + $78,829
$278,416
2021
$16,189 (+2.7%)
$210,209 + $86,063
$296,272
2020
$15,770 (+3.3%)
$202,670 + $82,976
$285,646
2019
$15,266 (+4.3%)
$202,752 + $83,010
$285,762
2018
$14,632 (+1.8%)
$214,899 + $73,417
$288,316
2017
$14,367 (+3.2%)
$214,899 + $73,417
$288,316
2016
$13,915 (+1.5%)
$214,214 + $73,183
$287,397
2015
$13,704 (−3.7%)
$206,114 + $70,416
$276,530
2013
$14,236 (+3.1%)
$195,048 + $78,037
$273,085
2012
$13,813 (+4.1%)
$197,676 + $79,089
$276,765
2011
$13,267 (+7.7%)
$207,425 + $82,989
$290,414
2010
$12,318 (+3.1%)
$227,783 + $64,479
$292,262
2008
$11,951 (+1.7%)
$241,347 + $68,319
$309,666
2007
$11,756
$240,201 + $79,225
$319,426
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Beds
4
Baths
2
Stories
1
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
1.6 Acres
Year renovated
1955
Sq. Ft.
2,540
Year built
1955
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
16-05-103-005
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
Bath Amenities: Separate Shower,Soaking Tub
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms Possible: 4
Room Information
Room Type: Breakfast Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 8 x 10
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Heated Sun Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 19 x 11
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 14
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 14
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 10
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 17
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 22 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: SolidSurfaceCounter
Level: Main
Dimensions: 9 x 12
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 6
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 25 x 9
Flooring: Carpet
Bath: Full,Tub & Separate Shwr
Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Separate
Laundry Features: In Unit
Interior Features
Interior Features: Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, Some Carpeting