Your Search is Over! Welcome Home to this 5,000 Square Foot Property on a Wooded 1 1/2 acre fenced lot in Lake Forest's Old Elm Estates. There are 5 Bedrooms including a Large 1st Floor In Law Suite with full updated private bath. New Roof, Gutters and Fresh Paint exterior. Gourmet Kitchen features Maple cabinets, Granite and top of the line appliances. Oversized Formal Dining room with Butler pantry, built in white cabinets, wet bar, and New under counter ice maker. Main Bedroom Suite upstairs features a huge walkin closet, Dressing room with quality built-ins, Updated Bath with whirlpool tub, separate shower and heated floor. Three car attached garage. New Cedar Deck with Infrared Heater. Smart House Electrical Switches throughout. Programmable Locks on all 4 doors. Smart Garage Door Sensors and so much more to view in person. Floor Plans with Documents
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$1,550,000
1490 S Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
5beds
5,108sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1985
1.41 Acres Lot
$1,583,900 Zestimate®
$303/sqft
$8,043 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,583,900
$1.43M - $1.76M
$8,043/mo
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 28, 2025 at 01:01am
Listing courtesy of:
John Charleston 708-363-7325,
RE/MAX 10
Bought with:
Katie Moor
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12399916
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 6
- Full bathrooms: 4
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 304 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X16
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Second
- Area: 216 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X12
Bedroom 3
- Level: Second
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X12
Bedroom 4
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X14
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X16
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 340 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X17
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Butler, Pantry-Closet), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 390 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X15
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Stone)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Window Treatments (Curtains/Drapes)
- Level: Main
- Area: 300 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X15
Sun room
- Features: Flooring (Stone)
- Level: Main
- Area: 225 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X15
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Zoned, Radiant Floor
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Cooktop, Oven, Range Hood, Range
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Vaulted Ceiling(s), Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Crawl Space,Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 5,276
- Total interior livable area: 5,108 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 444
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Asphalt, Side Driveway, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 1.41 Acres
- Dimensions: 234X262X262X234
- Features: Landscaped, Wooded, Mature Trees, Garden
Details
- Parcel number: 16084040230000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Colonial
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar, Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Shake
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1985
Details
- Builder model: TWO STORY
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Street Lights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
- Subdivision: Old Elm Estates
HOA & financial
HOA
- Services included: None
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 8/25/2025 | Sold | $1,550,000$303/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12399916 Report a problem | ||
| 6/24/2025 | Contingent | $1,550,000$303/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12399916 Report a problem | ||
| 6/21/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,550,000+103.9%$303/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12399916 Report a problem | ||
| 1/23/2019 | Sold | $760,000-4.9%$149/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09780710 Report a problem | ||
| 12/28/2018 | Pending sale | $799,000$156/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage - Lake Forest #09780710 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $27,415 +73.8% | $474,750 +8.4% |
| 2022 | $15,778 +5.7% | $438,090 +66.8% |
| 2021 | $14,925 +2.7% | $262,625 +3.5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60045
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Cherokee Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 1.1 mi
- 9/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- 10/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Cherokee Elementary School
- Middle: Deer Path Middle School
- High: Lake Forest High School
- District: 67
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- Illinois
- Lake County
- Lake Forest
- 60045
- 1490 S Ridge Rd