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$549,144$222 / ft²
TopHap EstimateOur estimate of what this home would sell for today, based on nearby sales, the home's size and features, and local price trends. It is a starting point, not an appraisal.· confidence 94How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $305,000 on Aug 23, 2013

1045 RIDGEWOOD DR

WEST CHICAGO, IL 60185
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
2,479 ft²
Living AreaTotal finished area of the structures, from county records. Some counties include shared space like hallways or a building gym, so it may not match a listing.
0.31 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1990
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
9
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$549K
$517K low$581K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$305,000 · Aug 23, 2013
Est. Owner EquityRoughly how much of the home's value the owner would keep after paying off known loans. It is our estimate minus the loans still owed.$305,144
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$244,115
Loan-to-ValueHow much is still owed on the home compared to what it is worth. 80% means loans equal 80% of our estimate, so it shifts when the estimate does.45%
1st MortgageA loan still believed to be open on this home, in the order lenders get repaid. The first position is paid back before the second.$244,000
SHELTER MORTGAGE CORP · E · recorded Aug 23, 2013

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$12,942 (2025)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$163,588 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$46,702
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$116,886
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$150,495
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$490,764

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
CountyDUPAGE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.31
ConstructionThe main material the home's frame and walls are built from.Frame (Unspecified)
RoofThe main material covering the roof, such as asphalt shingle or tile.Asphalt
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Central
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(2)

Sales and refinances filed with the county for this home. Not every transfer is a normal sale, so check the type before comparing prices.

Assigned SchoolsThe public schools this address is zoned for. Boundaries change, so confirm with the district before you count on it.

M
Benjamin Middle SchoolA-
Middle · Grades 5–8 · 1.3 mi
H
West Chicago Community High SchoolC+
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi
E
Evergreen Elementary SchoolB+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 2.2 mi

District: Benjamin School District 25

Neighborhood · ZIP 60185These are comparison scores, not percentages. 100 equals the national average, so 150 means about 50% above average.

CrimeLocal crime compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. It reflects things like population density, income, and how crime gets reported.80
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.112
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.53

Index scale: 100 = US average (tick). Lower is better.

Homes occupiedThe share of homes here that someone lives in. The rest sit empty, including vacation and for-sale homes.96%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.21%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.11%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.5%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.37,607
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.1,201 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$94,650
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$120,447
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

Ownership

OccupancyWhether the owner appears to live here or somewhere else. It is inferred from the mailing address on record.Owner occupied
Company ownedWhether the owner is a company or trust rather than a person.No

Data by ATTOM. Valuations are automated estimates, not appraisals. Photos from Google Street View and may not depict the current property state.

How this home compares

1045 Ridgewood Dr measured against every home in its neighborhood, its ZIP code and its county, using county assessor records refreshed nightly. A home can stand out in one of those areas and look ordinary in another, because each one holds a different mix of homes.

  • Worth more than 75% of homes in West Chicago 60185
  • Costs less per square foot than 67% of homes in DuPage County
  • Bigger than 73% of homes in DuPage County
  • Has a bigger lot than 66% of homes in DuPage County
  • Newer than 75% of homes in DuPage County

What homes are worth in West Chicago 60185

Each bar is how many homes fall in that price range. The marker is this home.

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$198K$792K

This home is worth more than 75% of homes in West Chicago 60185.

How it measures up in West Chicago 60185

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in West Chicago 60185.

Estimated value$549,144
CheaperTypical $403,903Pricier

Pricier than 75% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$222
CheaperTypical $228Pricier

Pricier than 44% of homes nearby

Living area2,479 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,786 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 70% of homes nearby

Lot size0.31 ac
SmallerTypical 0.28 acBigger

Bigger than 57% of homes nearby

Year built1990
OlderTypical 1975Newer

Newer than 64% of homes nearby

How 1045 Ridgewood Dr ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWest Chicago 60185DuPage County
Estimated valuepricier than$549,14475% of homes67% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$22244% of homes33% of homes
Living areabigger than2,479 ft²70% of homes73% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.31 ac57% of homes66% of homes
Year builtnewer than199064% of homes75% of homes

About 1045 Ridgewood Dr

How much is 1045 Ridgewood Dr, West Chicago, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 1045 Ridgewood Dr, West Chicago, IL is $549,144 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $517,274 to $581,014. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 1045 Ridgewood Dr, West Chicago, IL last sell?

1045 Ridgewood Dr, West Chicago, IL last sold on Aug 23, 2013 for $305,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 1045 Ridgewood Dr, West Chicago, IL?

1045 Ridgewood Dr, West Chicago, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 2,479 square feet of living space and a 0.31-acre lot.

When was 1045 Ridgewood Dr, West Chicago, IL built?

1045 Ridgewood Dr, West Chicago, IL was built in 1990, making it 36 years old. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 1045 Ridgewood Dr, West Chicago, IL?

1045 Ridgewood Dr, West Chicago, IL is assigned to Benjamin Middle School (middle), rated A-; West Chicago Community High School (high), rated C+; Evergreen Elementary School (elementary), rated B+. All sit in Benjamin School District 25. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 1045 Ridgewood Dr, West Chicago, IL compare to other homes in West Chicago 60185?

Among the 9,095 homes in West Chicago 60185, it is worth more than 75% of them ($549,144 against a typical $403,903), its price per square foot is higher than 44% of them ($222 against a typical $228), it is bigger than 70% of them (2,479 ft² against a typical 1,786 ft²), its lot is bigger than 57% of them (0.31 ac against a typical 0.28 ac) and it is newer than 64% of them (1990 against a typical 1975). Measured against all of DuPage County, it is worth more than 67% of homes there. These shares are recounted nightly from the full county assessor record for each area, not from active listings.

What are the property taxes on 1045 Ridgewood Dr, West Chicago, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 1045 Ridgewood Dr, West Chicago, IL was $12,942. The county assessed it at $163,588.

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