Shannon Towson
Coldwell Banker Realty
(224) 571-9010
70 Total Sales
2 in Lake Forest
$248K - $290K Price Range
865 S Ridge Rd Lake Forest, IL 60045
Lake Forest AreaEstimated Value: $1,365,000 - $1,791,738
4
Beds
5
Baths
3,139
Sq Ft
$507/Sq Ft
Est. Value
Highlights
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
- Farmhouse Style Home
- Cherokee Elementary School Rated A
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Den
About This Home
As of November 2018BUYER CAN HAVE TAXES SIGNIFICANTLY REDUCED BY 1.75% of PURCHASE PRICE DURING THE NEXT TAX ASSESSMENT APPEAL! Beautiful country estate w/ 4 bedrooms, 4.1 baths, set on a breathtaking 1.68 acres will make you feel like you're in the Lake Forest countryside! Inviting Farmhouse w/ wrap around porch has an enormous deck w/ southern exposure. Extensively updated on the interior w/ new electrical, plumbing & interior finishes. Large eat-in kitchen, 48" Wolf range, island w/ seating & large butler's pantry w/ custom upper/lower cabinetry & sink. Cozy paneled den w/ fireplace. 1st & 2nd floor master bedroom options. The 1st floor master bath includes large walk-in shower, built-in linen storage & walk-in closet. The 2nd floor features 3 bedrooms, each w/ their own private bath, plus laundry. Cupola-topped garage w/ enough parking for 5 cars. The property also includes the original stable & tack room. This incredible estate has been lovingly owned by the same family for more than 40 years.
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Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Year Built
- 1921
Lot Details
- 1.68
Parking
- Detached Garage
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
- Garage Is Owned
Home Design
- Farmhouse Style Home
- Asphalt Shingled Roof
- Cedar
Interior Spaces
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Den
- Wood Flooring
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Laundry on upper level
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
- Butlers Pantry
- Oven or Range
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Freezer
- Dishwasher
- Kitchen Island
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Primary Bathroom is a Full Bathroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
Outdoor Features
- Deck
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Gas
- Lake Michigan Water
Listing and Financial Details
- Senior Tax Exemptions
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
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Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Closed on
Jun 20, 2020
Sold by
Bought by
Current Estimated Value
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$510,000
Interest Rate
3.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Jul 30, 2018
Closed on
Nov 15, 2018
Sold by
Bought by
Seller's Agent
Lori Baker
Compass
Buyer's Agent
Andrea Wich
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$799,000
Sold Price
$650,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$149,000
-18.65%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.30%
Original Mortgage
$520,000
Interest Rate
4.87%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Sep 25, 1996
Sold by
Bought by
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Agents Specializing in Lake Forest, IL
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Shannon Towson
-
Alicja Skibicki
Alicja Skibicki
Responds QuicklyBaird & Warner
(224) 808-4960
51 Total Sales
2 in Lake Forest
$1.3M - $2.5M Price Range
-
Janice Goldblatt
Janice Goldblatt
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(224) 427-6497
86 Total Sales
3 in Lake Forest
$810K - $1.3M Price Range
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Sue Hall
Sue Hall
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(630) 749-9031
159 Total Sales
1 in Lake Forest
$1,160,000 Price
-
Flor Hasselbring
Flor Hasselbring
Compass
(224) 347-1846
65 Total Sales
39 in Lake Forest
$250K - $4.7M Price Range
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Renee Clark
Renee Clark
Responds Quickly@properties Christie's International Real Estate
(224) 412-5142
182 Total Sales
1 in Lake Forest
$700,000 Price
Purchase History
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| Date | Buyer | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| -- | None Available | ||
| $650,000 | Burnet Title Post Closing | ||
| -- | -- |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Borrower | Loan Amount |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $400,000 | ||
| Closed | $502,000 | ||
| Closed | $510,000 | ||
| Closed | $515,000 | ||
| Closed | $520,000 | ||
| Previous Owner | $79,300 | ||
| Previous Owner | $82,700 |
Source: Public Records
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/15/2018 11/15/18 | Sold | $650,000 | -7.0% | $207 / Sq Ft |
| 10/11/2018 10/11/18 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/19/2018 09/19/18 | Price Changed | $699,000 | -12.5% | $223 / Sq Ft |
| 07/30/2018 07/30/18 | For Sale | $799,000 | -- | $255 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $23,860 | $454,261 | $228,938 | $225,323 |
| 2024 | $22,434 | $433,290 | $218,369 | $214,921 |
| 2023 | $13,184 | $365,677 | $209,567 | $156,110 |
| 2022 | $13,184 | $224,613 | $220,720 | $3,893 |
| 2021 | $12,609 | $216,557 | $212,804 | $3,753 |
| 2020 | $12,139 | $217,013 | $213,252 | $3,761 |
| 2019 | $11,736 | $216,645 | $212,890 | $3,755 |
| 2018 | $20,607 | $404,744 | $225,646 | $179,098 |
| 2017 | $20,403 | $403,453 | $224,926 | $178,527 |
| 2016 | $19,770 | $388,197 | $216,421 | $171,776 |
| 2015 | $19,423 | $364,744 | $203,346 | $161,398 |
| 2014 | $19,646 | $373,192 | $204,802 | $168,390 |
| 2012 | $19,033 | $369,900 | $202,995 | $166,905 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
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Lori Baker
Seller's Agent in 2018
Lori Baker
Compass
(847) 863-1791
134 Total Sales
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Alissa McNicholas
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2018
Alissa McNicholas
Compass
(847) 530-3098
136 Total Sales
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Andrea Wich
Buyer's Agent in 2018
Andrea Wich
Coldwell Banker Realty
(847) 644-9130
48 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: MRD10035345
APN: 16-08-202-002
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