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$273,403$172 / 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 Jul 14, 2026
Last sold for $139,000 on Jan 4, 2006

718 W RIDGELAND AVE

WAUKEGAN, IL 60085
4
Beds
2
Baths
1,590 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.
0.13 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1901
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

$273K
$253K low$294K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$139,000 · Jan 4, 2006

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$4,661 (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.$66,278 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$9,060
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$57,218
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$61,712
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$198,854

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.Cape Cod
CountyLAKE
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.0.13
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
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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 80 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.

Foreclosure Filings(1)

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

E
Glen Flora Elementary SchoolD
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.1 mi
M
Edith M. Smith Middle SchoolD-
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 0.6 mi
H
Waukegan High SchoolF
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.3 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

718 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
  • Costs less per square foot than 88% of homes in Lake County
  • Bigger than 72% of homes in Waukegan 60085
  • Has a smaller lot than 83% of homes in Lake County
  • Among the oldest 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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$117K$397K

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$273,403
CheaperTypical $218,709Pricier

Pricier than 80% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$172
CheaperTypical $183Pricier

Pricier than 39% of homes nearby

Living area1,590 ft²
SmallerTypical 1,259 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 72% of homes nearby

Lot size0.13 ac
SmallerTypical 0.16 acBigger

Bigger than 27% of homes nearby

Year built1901
OlderTypical 1949Newer

Newer than 8% of homes nearby

How 718 W Ridgeland Ave ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeWaukegan 60085Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$273,40380% of homes25% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$17239% of homes12% of homes
Living areabigger than1,590 ft²72% of homes43% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.13 ac27% of homes17% of homes
Year builtnewer than19018% of homesalmost no homes

About 718 W Ridgeland Ave

How much is 718 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 718 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL is $273,403 as of Jul 14, 2026. The likely range is $252,849 to $293,957. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 718 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL last sell?

718 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL last sold on Jan 4, 2006 for $139,000, according to the county's recorded deed.

How big is 718 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL?

718 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1,590 square feet of living space and a 0.13-acre lot.

When was 718 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL built?

718 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL was built in 1901, making it 125 years old. It is a cape cod home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 718 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL?

718 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL is assigned to Glen Flora 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 718 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL compare to other homes in Waukegan 60085?

Among the 13,155 homes in Waukegan 60085, it is worth more than 80% of them ($273,403 against a typical $218,709), its price per square foot is higher than 39% of them ($172 against a typical $183), it is bigger than 72% of them (1,590 ft² against a typical 1,259 ft²), its lot is bigger than 27% of them (0.13 ac against a typical 0.16 ac) and it is newer than 8% of them (1901 against a typical 1949). 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 718 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 718 W Ridgeland Ave, Waukegan, IL was $4,661. The county assessed it at $66,278.

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