NOT LISTED FOR SALE

680 S Ridge Rd Lake Forest, IL 60045

Estimated Value: $2,982,596 - $3,269,000

5 Beds
8 Baths
6,443 Sq Ft
$487/Sq Ft Est. Value

Last Sold November 19, 2021

Last sale price $2,800,000 $435 Per Sq Ft

Est. 12% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $20,502/month

4 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Cherokee Elementary School Rated A
  • Steam Shower
  • Attached Garage

About This Home

As of November 2021

Inviting as a summer breeze, this absolutely stunning designer's own home has a "Hamptons" ambiance. Superior crasftsmanship abounds throughout this incredible residence offering wonderful architectural details, intricate millwork and superb finishes throughout. This home offers the finest in casual yet sophisticated style. The welcoming front entry opens to the grand foyer. Enjoy picturesque views of the grounds in the warm and inviting living room with beamed ceiling and limestone fireplace. The dining room is equally inviting with a handsome fireplace and beautiful butler's pantry/bar just around the corner. The library with custom built-in cabinetry, fireplace and french doors leading out to the expansive covered patio is a welcome retreat. The gourmet kitchen has been thoughtfully planned and features custom cabinetry, huge center island/breakfast bar, walk-in pantry with abundant storage and top of the line appliances. The kitchen opens into the adjoining family room with hand hewn beams, fireplace, wet bar and french doors out to the patio and yard. Highlighting the second level is the elegant primary suite featuring a spacious bedroom as well as a separate sitting room with fireplace that opens out onto the spacious balcony overlooking the pool and lushly landscaped yard below and luxurious private bath and closet area. Three additional en-suite bedrooms, laundry room and cozy loft area with built-ins complete the second level. The finished lower level expands the living space of this spectacular home and features a huge rec room, 5th bedroom and full bath, 2nd kitchen and 2nd laundry room as well as a craft room/office and plenty of storage. There is also the convenience of an elevator and a three car attached garage. Outside you will find your own private oasis with covered patio leading to the fabulous in-ground pool. Nearby is the cozy fire pit area and built-in grill w/room for seating and entertaining! With such rare and distinctive design, abundant and appealing living areas and luxurious grounds, you are sure to enjoy the beauty of the seasons on this incredible property.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jean Anderson

Jameson Sotheby's International Realty License #475124065 Listed on: 08/30/2021

Jameson Sotheby's International Realty

Co-Listed By

Donna Mancuso

Jameson Sotheby's International Realty License #475138758

Last Buyer's Agent

John Oertel

Compass License #475135248

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $45,718

Year Built

  • 2003

Lot Details

  • 1.2

Parking

  • Attached Garage
  • Garage Transmitter
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Parking Space is Owned

Home Design

  • Cedar

Interior Spaces

  • 2-Story Property
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Finished Basement
  • Finished Basement Bathroom
  • Unfinished Attic

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Fireplace in Primary Bedroom
  • Dual Sinks
  • Whirlpool Bathtub
  • Steam Shower
  • Separate Shower

Listing and Financial Details

  • Homeowner Tax Exemptions

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$45,718

Year Built

2003

Lot Details

0

Parking

3

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Property Type: Residential
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Property Sub Type: 2 Stories
  • Age: 16-20 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: None
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Architectural Style: Traditional
  • Co List Office Mls Id: MRD3750
  • Co List Office Phone: (847) 234-2500
  • Directions: WESTLEIGH TO RIDGE SOUTH TO HOUSE.
  • Lot Size: 218X318X220X423
  • Master Model: CUSTOM
  • New Construction: No
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Special Features: None
  • Year Built: 2003

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Double Oven, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Bar Fridge, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Has Basement: Full
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Log, Gas Starter
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: Finished
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool,Separate Shower,Steam Shower,Double Sink
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 1
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room,Master Bedroom,Other
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Attic: Unfinished
  • Full Bathrooms: 6
  • Half Bathrooms: 2
  • Possible Bedrooms: 5
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Fireplaces: 6
  • Interior Amenities: Bar-Wet, Elevator, Hardwood Floors, Second Floor Laundry, Walk-In Closet(s)
  • Other Equipment: Humidifier, TV-Cable, Security System, Sump Pump, Sprinkler-Lawn
  • Dining Room Type: Kitchen, Balcony/Porch/Lanai, Bedroom 5, Foyer, Gallery, Library, Loft, Recreation Room, Sitting Room

Exterior Features

  • Roof: Shake
  • Exterior Features: Patio, Roof Deck, In Ground Pool
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar
  • Lot Features: Fenced Yard, Landscaped, Wooded
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Number of Cars: 3
  • Driveway: Other
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage
  • Garage Spaces: 3

Utilities

  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Pool, Street Paved

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Cherokee Elementary School
  • High School: Lake Forest High School
  • Junior High Dist: 115
  • Middle Or Junior School: Deer Path Middle School

Lot Info

  • Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres
  • Special Assessments: N
  • Additional Parcels: No

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2

Tax Info

  • Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
  • Tax Annual Amount: 30740.82
  • Tax Year: 2020

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Aug 30, 2021
Closed on
Nov 19, 2021
Sold by
Joanne Marie Walgreen Trust
Bought by
Epstein Adam
Seller's Agent
Jean Anderson
Jameson Sotheby's International Realty
Buyer's Agent
John Oertel
Compass
List Price
$2,895,000
Sold Price
$2,800,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$95,000
-3.28%
Current Estimated Value
$3,135,865

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$335,865
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.98%
Original Mortgage
$1,960,000
Interest Rate
2.75%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 4, 2018
Sold by
Petrillo Joanne and Walgreen Joanne
Bought by
Walgreen Joanne and Flanagan Catherine

Purchase Details

Closed on
Mar 26, 2018
Sold by
Petrillo Joanne
Bought by
Petrillo Joanne Walgreen and Owens Catherine

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,430,000
Interest Rate
3%
Mortgage Type
Adjustable Rate Mortgage/ARM

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 29, 2009
Sold by
Gimbel Stuart and Gimbel Stuart N
Bought by
Harris Na

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 11, 2003
Sold by
Lasalle Bank Na
Bought by
K & G Llc

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,725,000
Interest Rate
5.71%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 9, 2003
Sold by
Gimbel Sherry
Bought by
Gimbel Stuart and Gimbel Sherry

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$1,725,000
Interest Rate
5.71%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 27, 2001
Sold by
Walton Rheda J
Bought by
Gimbel Sherry
Source: Public Records

Range of Values:

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Home Values in the Area

Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Epstein Adam $2,800,000 Fidelity National Title
Walgreen Joanne -- Attorney
Petrillo Joanne Walgreen -- Old Republic Title
Harris Na -- None Available
K & G Llc $1,150,000 --
Gimbel Stuart -- --
Gimbel Sherry $712,500 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Epstein Adam $1,960,000
Previous Owner Petrillo Joanne Walgreen $1,430,000
Previous Owner K & G Llc $1,725,000
Previous Owner Gimbel Stuart $2,100,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft
11/19/2021 11/19/21 Sold $2,800,000 -3.3% $435 / Sq Ft
09/04/2021 09/04/21 Pending -- -- --
08/30/2021 08/30/21 For Sale $2,895,000 -- $449 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $45,718 $769,830 $155,978 $613,852
2023 $45,718 $738,800 $149,691 $589,109
2022 $33,377 $561,955 $157,658 $404,297
2021 $31,560 $541,800 $152,003 $389,797
2020 $30,741 $542,940 $152,323 $390,617
2019 $29,724 $542,018 $152,064 $389,954
2018 $39,394 $760,598 $161,175 $599,423
2017 $39,013 $758,172 $160,661 $597,511
2016 $37,831 $729,503 $154,586 $574,917
2015 $37,305 $685,430 $145,247 $540,183
2014 -- $589,526 $146,285 $443,241
2012 $30,563 $584,326 $144,995 $439,331
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 11204092

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 16-05-301-064