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$195,139$163 / 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 95How 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 $135,000 on Oct 9, 2019

421 W RIDGELAND AVE

WAUKEGAN, IL 60085
3
Beds
1
Baths
1,200 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.
1920
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

$195K
$186K low$204K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$135,000 · Oct 9, 2019

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$3,880 (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.$54,899 (2024)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$8,893
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$46,006
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$49,151
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$164,714

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.Hot Water
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 · 144 ft²

Transaction History(7)

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

Foreclosure Filings(3)

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

E
North Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.3 mi
M
Edith M. Smith Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.8 mi
H
Waukegan High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.6 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

421 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 92% of homes in Lake County
  • Costs less per square foot than 92% of homes in Lake County
  • Smaller than 77% of homes in Lake County
  • Has a smaller lot than 76% of homes in Lake County
  • Older than 97% 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
$114K$394K

This home is worth more than 29% 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$195,139
CheaperTypical $221,882Pricier

Pricier than 29% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$163
CheaperTypical $185Pricier

Pricier than 30% of homes nearby

Living area1,200 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,260 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 43% of homes nearby

Lot size0.16 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 49% of homes nearby

Year built1920
OlderTypical 1950Newer

Newer than 20% of homes nearby

How 421 W Ridgeland Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaukegan 60085Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$195,13929% of homes8% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$16330% of homes8% of homes
Living areabigger than1,200 ft²43% of homes23% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.16 ac49% of homes24% of homes
Year builtnewer than192020% of homes3% of homes

About 421 W Ridgeland Ave

How much is 421 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 421 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL is $195,139 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $186,148 to $204,130. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 421 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL last sell?

421 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL last sold on Oct 9, 2019 for $135,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 4 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 421 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL?

421 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL has 3 bedrooms, 1 bathrooms, 1,200 square feet of living space and a 0.16-acre lot.

When was 421 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL built?

421 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL was built in 1920, making it 106 years old. It is a ranch home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 421 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL?

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

How does 421 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 29% of them ($195,139 against a typical $221,882), its price per square foot is higher than 30% of them ($163 against a typical $185), it is bigger than 43% of them (1,200 ft² against a typical 1,260 ft²), its lot is bigger than 49% of them (0.16 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 20% of them (1920 against a typical 1950). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 8% 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 421 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 421 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL was $3,880. The county assessed it at $54,899.

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