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$195,928$193 / 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 93How 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 $122,500 on Oct 29, 2008

2509 W RIDGELAND AVE

WAUKEGAN, IL 60085
2
Beds
1
Baths
1,014 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.
0.15 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1936
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

$196K
$183K low$209K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$122,500 · Oct 29, 2008

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,634 (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.$51,976 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,472
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$42,504
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$46,534
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$155,944

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.0.15
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.Roll Composition (rolled Mineral Roof)
HeatingThe type of heating system in the home.Forced Air
CoolingThe type of cooling or air conditioning in the home.None
PoolWhether the property has a pool, and what kind, such as in-ground.No
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 48 ft²

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.

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

2509 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 less than 93% of homes in Lake County
  • Costs less per square foot than 76% of homes in Lake County
  • Smaller than 89% of homes in Lake County
  • Has a smaller lot than 79% of homes in Lake County
  • Older than 92% 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.

This home
$121K$404K

This home is worth more than 30% 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$195,928
CheaperTypical $222,655Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$193
CheaperTypical $185Pricier

Pricier than 59% of homes nearby

Living area1,014 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,262 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 24% of homes nearby

Lot size0.15 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 41% of homes nearby

Year built1936
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 41% of homes nearby

How 2509 W Ridgeland Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaukegan 60085Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$195,92830% of homes7% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$19359% of homes24% of homes
Living areabigger than1,014 ft²24% of homes11% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.15 ac41% of homes21% of homes
Year builtnewer than193641% of homes8% of homes

About 2509 W Ridgeland Ave

How much is 2509 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 2509 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL is $195,928 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $183,020 to $208,836. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 2509 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL last sell?

2509 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL last sold on Oct 29, 2008 for $122,500, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 2509 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL?

2509 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,014 square feet of living space and a 0.15-acre lot.

When was 2509 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL built?

2509 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL was built in 1936, making it 90 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 2509 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL?

2509 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 2509 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 30% of them ($195,928 against a typical $222,655), its price per square foot is higher than 59% of them ($193 against a typical $185), it is bigger than 24% of them (1,014 ft² against a typical 1,262 ft²), its lot is bigger than 41% of them (0.15 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 41% of them (1936 against a typical 1949). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 7% 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 2509 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 2509 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL was $3,634. The county assessed it at $51,976.

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