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$884,736$251 / 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 $875,000 on May 5, 2026

985 RIDGE RD

HIGHLAND PARK, IL 60035
4
Beds
2.5
Baths
3,518 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.
0.26 ac
Lot SizeThe size of the land the home sits on, from county records.
1998
Year BuiltThe year the home was originally built, according to county records.
2
StoriesHow many floors the home has above ground.
2
ParkingThe number of parking spaces on the property, including the garage.

Valuation

$885K
$780K low$989K high
Last SaleThe most recent sale price and date from the recorded deed. Transfers between family members or companies may not reflect market value.$875,000 · May 5, 2026

Tax & Assessment

Property TaxThe property tax billed for this tax year. It usually pays for schools, roads, and local services.$20,814 (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.$270,711 (2025)
Assessed LandThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the land itself, not the buildings.$57,029
Assessed ImprovementsThe share of the county's assessed value that comes from the buildings and other structures on the land.$213,682
Previous AssessedThe county's assessed value from the year before, useful for seeing how the assessment changed.$255,219
Assessor Market ValueThe county assessor's own opinion of market value. It is separate from our estimate and updates on the county's schedule.$812,214

Climate Risk

Projected Flood DepthHow deep a serious flood is expected to get here at some point in the next 30 years. Shown in inches.17 in
30-Year Flood ChanceThe chance of at least one serious flood here in the next 30 years, not in any single year.30%
FEMA Flood ZoneFEMA's flood zone for this address. Zones starting with A or V are high risk, and lenders usually require flood insurance there.minimal

Scores 0–100; higher = greater projected risk.

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.0.26
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.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 · 44 ft²

Transaction History(4)

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
Sherwood Elementary SchoolA-
Elementary · Grades KG–5 · 0.4 mi
M
Edgewood Middle SchoolA
Middle · Grades 6–8 · 1.2 mi
H
Highland Park High SchoolA
High · Grades 9–12 · 1.8 mi

District: North Shore School District 112

Neighborhood · ZIP 60035These 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.75
Air pollutionOverall air pollution compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Lower is cleaner.112
EarthquakeEarthquake risk and likely building damage compared with the rest of the country, where 100 is average. Scores can run far above 100.44

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.94%
Bachelor's or higherThe share of adults 25 and older whose highest degree is a bachelor's degree.38%
Poverty rateThe share of people whose household income falls below the federal poverty line, which varies by family size.3.9%
UnemploymentThe share of men 16 and older who are out of work and actively looking. Only men are counted in this figure.1.6%
PopulationHow many people live in this area.31,121
DensityPeople per square mile. Higher numbers mean a more crowded, urban area.2,017 / mi²
Median incomeThe middle household income here — half of households earn more, half earn less.$165,950
Average incomeThe average household income. It runs higher than the median when a few high earners pull it up.$237,009
Average tempThe average temperature here across a full year.49°F
Annual precipHow much rain and melted snow falls here in a typical year.37 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

985 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 88% of homes in Lake County
  • Costs less per square foot than 90% of homes in Highland Park 60035
  • Bigger than 91% of homes in Lake County
  • Newer than 85% of homes in Highland Park 60035

What homes are worth in Highland Park 60035

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

This home
$280K$2.4M

This home is worth more than 60% of homes in Highland Park 60035.

How it measures up in Highland Park 60035

The dot is this home. The mark in the middle is the typical home in Highland Park 60035.

Estimated value$884,736
CheaperTypical $775,587Pricier

Pricier than 60% of homes nearby

Price per ft²$251
CheaperTypical $338Pricier

Pricier than 10% of homes nearby

Living area3,518 ft²
SmallerTypical 2,360 ft²Bigger

Bigger than 80% of homes nearby

Lot size0.26 ac
SmallerTypical 0.23 acBigger

Bigger than 54% of homes nearby

Year built1998
OlderTypical 1963Newer

Newer than 85% of homes nearby

How 985 Ridge Rd ranks against every home in each area.
MeasureThis homeHighland Park 60035Lake County
Estimated valuepricier than$884,73660% of homes88% of homes
Price per ft²pricier than$25110% of homes61% of homes
Living areabigger than3,518 ft²80% of homes91% of homes
Lot sizebigger than0.26 ac54% of homes61% of homes
Year builtnewer than199885% of homes80% of homes

About 985 Ridge Rd

How much is 985 Ridge Rd, Highland Park, IL worth?

The TopHap Estimate for 985 Ridge Rd, Highland Park, IL is $884,736 as of Aug 30, 2026. The likely range is $780,386 to $989,086. The estimate is modelled from recorded sales, assessments and the property's own characteristics — it is not an appraisal.

When did 985 Ridge Rd, Highland Park, IL last sell?

985 Ridge Rd, Highland Park, IL last sold on May 5, 2026 for $875,000, according to the county's recorded deed. TopHap holds 3 recorded sales for this parcel.

How big is 985 Ridge Rd, Highland Park, IL?

985 Ridge Rd, Highland Park, IL has 4 bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, 3,518 square feet of living space and a 0.26-acre lot.

When was 985 Ridge Rd, Highland Park, IL built?

985 Ridge Rd, Highland Park, IL was built in 1998, making it 28 years old. It is a conventional home. The building has 2 stories.

What schools serve 985 Ridge Rd, Highland Park, IL?

985 Ridge Rd, Highland Park, IL is assigned to Sherwood Elementary School (elementary), rated A-; Edgewood Middle School (middle), rated A; Highland Park High School (high), rated A. All sit in North Shore School District 112. Attendance boundaries change — confirm with the district before relying on an assignment.

How does 985 Ridge Rd, Highland Park, IL compare to other homes in Highland Park 60035?

Among the 11,353 homes in Highland Park 60035, it is worth more than 60% of them ($884,736 against a typical $775,587), its price per square foot is higher than 10% of them ($251 against a typical $338), it is bigger than 80% of them (3,518 ft² against a typical 2,360 ft²), its lot is bigger than 54% of them (0.26 ac against a typical 0.23 ac) and it is newer than 85% of them (1998 against a typical 1963). Measured against all of Lake County, it is worth more than 88% 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 985 Ridge Rd, Highland Park, IL?

The 2024 property tax bill for 985 Ridge Rd, Highland Park, IL was $20,814. The county assessed it at $270,711.

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