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$1,652,902$341 / 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 96How well the pricing models agreed with each other on this home. Higher means the estimate rests on stronger, more consistent data.· as of Sep 24, 2026
Last sold for $1,310,000 on Sep 23, 2005

965 S RIDGE RD

LAKE FOREST, IL 60045
5
Beds
3 / 2
Baths
4,842 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.
1.38 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1979
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
1
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
12
RoomsThe total room count in county records. Counties differ on which rooms they count, so compare it loosely.
3
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$1.7M
$1.6M low$1.7M high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$1,310,000 · Sep 23, 2005

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$22,246 (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.$399,746 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$159,847
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$239,899
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$381,292
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$1,199,358

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
Lot (acres)The size of the land the home sits on, from county records.1.38
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.Wood 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
FeaturesExtra features found in county records. Records are not complete everywhere, so a missing feature does not always mean the home lacks it.Porch · 364 ft²

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.

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
Cherokee Elementary SchoolA+
Elementary · Grades KG–4 · 0.9 mi
M
Deer Path Middle School WestA+
Middle · Grades 7–8 · 1.8 mi
H
Lake Forest High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 3.0 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%

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How this home compares

965 S 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 98% of homes in Lake County
  • Costs more per square foot than 89% of homes in Lake County
  • Bigger than 97% of homes in Lake County
  • Has a bigger lot than 95% 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
$411K$4.3M

This home is worth more than 73% 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$1,652,902
CheaperTypical $1,183,983Pricier

Pricier than 73% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$341
CheaperTypical $384Pricier

Pricier than 27% of homes nearby

Living area4,842 ft²
SmallerTypical 3,212 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 81% of homes nearby

Lot size1.38 ac
SmallerTypical 0.52 acBigger

Bigger than 85% of homes nearby

Year built1979
OlderTypical 1974Newer

Newer than 58% of homes nearby

How 965 S Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeLake Forest 60045Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$1,652,90273% of homes98% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$34127% of homes89% of homes
Living areabigger than4,842 ft²81% of homes97% of homes
Lot sizebigger than1.38 ac85% of homes95% of homes
Year builtnewer than197958% of homes49% of homes

About 965 S Ridge Rd

How much is 965 S Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 965 S Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL is $1,652,902 as of Sep 24, 2026. The likely range is $1,579,407 to $1,726,397. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 965 S Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL last sell?

965 S Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL last sold on Sep 23, 2005 for $1,310,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 2 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 965 S Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL?

965 S Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL has 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 4,842 square feet of living space and a 1.38-acre lot.

When was 965 S Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL built?

965 S Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL was built in 1979, making it 47 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 1 story.

What schools serve 965 S Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL?

965 S Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL is assigned to Cherokee Elementary School (elementary), rated A+; Deer Path Middle School West (middle), 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 965 S Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL compare to other homes in Lake Forest 60045?

Among the 7,556 homes in Lake Forest 60045, it is worth more than 73% of them ($1,652,902 against a typical $1,183,983), its price per square foot is higher than 27% of them ($341 against a typical $384), it is bigger than 81% of them (4,842 ft² against a typical 3,212 ft²), its lot is bigger than 85% of them (1.38 ac against a typical 0.52 ac) and it is newer than 58% of them (1979 against a typical 1974). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 98% 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 965 S Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 965 S Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL was $22,246. The county assessed it at $399,746.

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