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$271,179$342 / 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 Aug 30, 2026
Last sold for $270,000 on Jul 9, 2026

2431 W RIDGELAND AVE

WAUKEGAN, IL 60085
1
Beds
1
Baths
792 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.
0.16 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1944
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
1
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$271K
$240K low$302K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$270,000 · Jul 9, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,545 (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.$51,181 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$10,866
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$40,315
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$47,654
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$153,558

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.Ranch
CountyLAKE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.16
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.None
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, Detached
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No

Transaction History(1)

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.

E
Glenwood Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
H
Waukegan High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 0.6 mi
M
Miguel Juarez Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.1 mi

District: Waukegan Community Unit School District 60

Neighborhood · ZIP 60085These 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.119
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.97
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.32

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.95%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.13%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.17%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.7%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.71,985
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.4,592 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$58,531
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$77,382
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.48°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.35 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

2431 W Ridgeland Ave 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 80% of homes in Waukegan 60085
  • Among the highest price per square foot in Waukegan 60085
  • Smaller than 97% of homes in Lake County
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Lake County
  • Older than 89% of homes in Lake County

What homes are worth in Waukegan 60085

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

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$116K$396K

This home is worth more than 80% of homes in Waukegan 60085.

How it measures up in Waukegan 60085

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Waukegan 60085.

Estimated value$271,179
CheaperTypical $221,491Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$342
CheaperTypical $185Pricier

Pricier than almost all homes nearby

Living area792 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,264 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 6% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Year built1944
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 46% of homes nearby

How 2431 W Ridgeland Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaukegan 60085Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$271,17980% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$342almost all homes90% of homes
Living areabigger than792 ft²6% of homes3% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac49% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than194446% of homes11% of homes

About 2431 W Ridgeland Ave

How much is 2431 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2431 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL is $271,179 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $239,916 to $302,442. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2431 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL last sell?

2431 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL last sold on Jul 9, 2026 for $270,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2431 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL?

2431 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL has 1 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 792 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 2431 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL built?

2431 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL was built in 1944, making it 82 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2431 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL?

2431 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL is assigned to Glenwood Elementary School (elementary), rated D; Waukegan High School (high), rated F; Miguel Juarez Middle School (middle), rated D-. All sit in Waukegan Community Unit School District 60. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 2431 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL compare to other homes in Waukegan 60085?

Among the 13,153 homes in Waukegan 60085, it is worth more than 80% of them ($271,179 against a typical $221,491), its price per square foot is higher than almost all of them ($342 against a typical $185), it is bigger than 6% of them (792 ft² against a typical 1,264 ft²), its lot is bigger than 49% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 46% of them (1944 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 25% 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 2431 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL?

The 2025 property tax bill for 2431 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL was $3,545. The county assessed it at $51,181.

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