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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$1,395,000
1565 S Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045
4beds
4,600sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1987
1.5 Acres Lot
$1,861,300 Zestimate®
$303/sqft
$8,859 Estimated rent
Home value
$1,861,300
$1.66M - $2.12M
$8,859/mo
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Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: March 31, 2024 at 01:00am
Listing courtesy of:
Sally Mabadi, SFR 847-814-2943,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago,
Katie Keating,
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Bought with:
Cory Green
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 11888904
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 5
- Full bathrooms: 5
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Tub & Separate Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 322 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X23
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 247 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X19
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X17
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 572 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X22
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 196 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X14
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Island, Pantry-Walk-in, Granite Counters), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 322 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X23
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 640 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 32X20
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 256 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X16
Pantry
- Level: Main
- Area: 32 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 4X8
Walk in closet
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 98 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X14
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Multiple Water Heaters
- Laundry: Main Level, Sink
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Beamed Ceilings, Separate Dining Room
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Screens, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Unfinished,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Living Room, Other
Interior area
- Total structure area: 6,900
- Total interior livable area: 4,600 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Asphalt, Brick 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: Patio
- Exterior features: Lighting
- Pool features: In Ground
- Fencing: Partial
Lot
- Size: 1.50 Acres
- Dimensions: 231 X 284
- Features: Wooded, Mature Trees
Details
- Additional parcels included: 16084010110000
- Parcel number: 16084010060000
- Special conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1987
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Community & neighborhood
Location
- Region: Lake Forest
Other
Other facts
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/29/2024 | Sold | $1,395,000-2.1%$303/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11888904 | ||
| 1/8/2024 | Contingent | $1,425,000$310/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11888904 | ||
| 10/26/2023 | Price change | $1,425,000-5%$310/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11888904 | ||
| 10/23/2023 | Listed for sale | $1,500,000$326/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11888904 | ||
| 10/14/2023 | Contingent | $1,500,000$326/sqft |
Source:  Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago #11888904 | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | $23,706 +20.6% | $451,248 +16.7% |
| 2022 | $19,658 +1.6% | $386,771 +11.5% |
| 2021 | $19,352 +2.7% | $346,840 +3.5% |
Find assessor info on the county website
Neighborhood: 60045
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10Cherokee Elementary SchoolGrades: K-4Distance: 1.2 mi
- 9/10Deer Path Middle School WestGrades: 7-8Distance: 2.5 mi
- 10/10Lake Forest High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 3.7 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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