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$2,982,141$475 / 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 92How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $1,200,000 on Sep 29, 1998

140 RIDGE LN

LAKE FOREST, IL 60045
4.5
Baths
6,273 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.
0.56 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1957
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$3M
$2.8M low$3.2M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,200,000 · Sep 29, 1998

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$47,760 (2024)
Assessed ValueThe value the county assigns to this home to calculate property tax. It is often lower than what the home would sell for.$895,386 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$215,686
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$679,700
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$806,252
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$2,686,427

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.8 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

Property Facts

Property TypeThe broad category the county puts this property in, such as residential or commercial.Single Family Residence
StyleThe architectural style of the home, such as ranch or colonial.Conventional
CountyLAKE
Effective Year BuiltAn adjusted build year that accounts for condition and major remodels. A big renovation can make a home count as newer than it is.1973
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.56
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.Wood Shingle
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air With Air Conditioning
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.Central
FireplaceWhether the home has a fireplace, and what kind.Yes
GarageWhether the property has a garage, and details like whether it is attached to the home.Garage, Attached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.Yes
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.DeckPatio · 384 ft²Porch · 384 ft²

Transaction History(3)

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
Deer Path Middle School WestA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 0.4 mi
H
Lake Forest High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.9 mi
E
Sheridan Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades PK–4 · 1.0 mi

District: Lake Forest School District 67

Neighborhood · ZIP 60045These 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.87
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.114
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.40

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.90%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.39%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.4.8%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.4%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.21,049
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.934 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$182,935
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$257,314
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.36 in
SunshineThe share of daylight hours that get direct sun in a typical year, counting cloud cover.54%

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How this home compares

140 Ridge Ln 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.

  • Among the most valuable homes in Lake County
  • Costs more per square foot than 98% of homes in Lake County
  • Among the largest homes in Lake County
  • Has a bigger lot than 84% of homes in Lake County
  • Older than 77% of homes in Lake County

What homes are worth in Lake Forest 60045

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

This home
$373K$4.1M

This home is worth more than 95% of homes in Lake Forest 60045.

How it measures up in Lake Forest 60045

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Lake Forest 60045.

Estimated value$2,982,141
CheaperTypical $1,184,711Pricier

Pricier than 95% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$475
CheaperTypical $384Pricier

Pricier than 82% of homes nearby

Living area6,273 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,212 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 92% of homes nearby

Lot size0.56 ac
SmallerTypical 0.52 acBigger

Bigger than 53% of homes nearby

Year built1957
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 25% of homes nearby

How 140 Ridge Ln ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLake Forest 60045Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$2,982,14195% of homesalmost all homes
Price per ft²pricier than$47582% of homes98% of homes
Living areabigger than6,273 ft²92% of homesalmost all homes
Lot sizebigger than0.56 ac53% of homes84% of homes
Year builtnewer than195725% of homes23% of homes

About 140 Ridge Ln

How much is 140 Ridge Ln, Lake Forest, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 140 Ridge Ln, Lake Forest, IL is $2,982,141 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $2,754,980 to $3,209,302. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 140 Ridge Ln, Lake Forest, IL last sell?

140 Ridge Ln, Lake Forest, IL last sold on Sep 29, 1998 for $1,200,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 140 Ridge Ln, Lake Forest, IL?

140 Ridge Ln, Lake Forest, IL has 4.5 bathrooms, 6,273 square feet of living space and a 0.56-acre lot.

When was 140 Ridge Ln, Lake Forest, IL built?

140 Ridge Ln, Lake Forest, IL was built in 1957, making it 69 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 140 Ridge Ln, Lake Forest, IL?

140 Ridge Ln, Lake Forest, IL is assigned to Deer Path Middle School West (middle), rated A+; Lake Forest High School (high), rated A; Sheridan Elementary School (elementary), rated A+. All sit in Lake Forest School District 67. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 140 Ridge Ln, Lake Forest, IL compare to other homes in Lake Forest 60045?

Among the 7,556 homes in Lake Forest 60045, it is worth more than 95% of them ($2,982,141 against a typical $1,184,711), its price per square foot is higher than 82% of them ($475 against a typical $384), it is bigger than 92% of them (6,273 ft² against a typical 3,212 ft²), its lot is bigger than 53% of them (0.56 ac against a typical 0.52 ac) and it is newer than 25% of them (1957 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than almost all 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 140 Ridge Ln, Lake Forest, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 140 Ridge Ln, Lake Forest, IL was $47,760. The county assessed it at $895,386.

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