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$848,947$230 / 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 88How 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 $845,000 on Jun 29, 2026

21 N RIDGE RD

LAKE FOREST, IL 60045
3.5
Baths
3,693 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.
0.92 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1976
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

$849K
$750K low$947K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$845,000 · Jun 29, 2026
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.$848,947
Est. Lendable EquityThe part of the owner's equity a lender would typically let them borrow against — about 80% of their equity.$679,158

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$15,894 (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.$274,569 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$108,920
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$165,649
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$244,947
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$823,790

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.1981
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.92
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.Composition 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.No

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 · 0.9 mi
E
Everett Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 1.8 mi
H
Lake Forest High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 2.0 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%

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

21 N Ridge Rd 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 87% of homes in Lake County
  • Costs less per square foot than 98% of homes in Lake Forest 60045
  • Bigger than 93% of homes in Lake County
  • Has a bigger lot than 89% 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
$425K$4.5M

This home is worth more than 21% 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$848,947
CheaperTypical $1,163,529Pricier

Pricier than 21% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$230
CheaperTypical $376Pricier

Pricier than 2% of homes nearby

Living area3,693 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,198 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 63% of homes nearby

Lot size0.92 ac
SmallerTypical 0.53 acBigger

Bigger than 67% of homes nearby

Year built1976
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 53% of homes nearby

How 21 N Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLake Forest 60045Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$848,94721% of homes87% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$2302% of homes48% of homes
Living areabigger than3,693 ft²63% of homes93% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.92 ac67% of homes89% of homes
Year builtnewer than197653% of homes42% of homes

About 21 N Ridge Rd

How much is 21 N Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 21 N Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL is $848,947 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $750,446 to $947,448. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 21 N Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL last sell?

21 N Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL last sold on Jun 29, 2026 for $845,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 21 N Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL?

21 N Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL has 3.5 bathrooms, 3,693 square feet of living space and a 0.92-acre lot.

When was 21 N Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL built?

21 N Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL was built in 1976, making it 50 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 21 N Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL?

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

How does 21 N Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL compare to other homes in Lake Forest 60045?

Among the 7,551 homes in Lake Forest 60045, it is worth more than 21% of them ($848,947 against a typical $1,163,529), its price per square foot is higher than 2% of them ($230 against a typical $376), it is bigger than 63% of them (3,693 ft² against a typical 3,198 ft²), its lot is bigger than 67% of them (0.92 ac against a typical 0.53 ac) and it is newer than 53% of them (1976 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 87% 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 21 N Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 21 N Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL was $15,894. The county assessed it at $274,569.

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