694 S Ridge Rd
Lake Forest, IL 60045
4 Beds
5 Baths
4,336 sqft (on 2 acres)
4 Beds
5 Baths
4,336 sqft
(on 2 acres)
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Description
Closed for $151,000 over asking with multiple offers. Discover your dream home on a breathtaking 2-acre private estate in Lake Forest! This meticulously maintained ranch-style retreat offers the perfect blend of luxury, tranquility, and modern comfort. With timeless charm and thoughtful updates, this home is designed for both effortless entertaining and everyday relaxation. The kitchen, a chef's delight, was updated in 2017 with high-end finishes and appliances, including a Wolf range and Sub-Zero refrigerator, designer custom cabinets, and granite countertops. The sun-filled breakfast room, with its cozy fireplace, offers casual, intimate dining. The family room is the heart of the home, providing ample space for relaxation and gatherings. The richly paneled library, featuring a handsome fireplace, built-ins, and hardwood floors, serves as an ideal work-from-home space, thoughtfully separated from the main flow of the home. Elegance and style abound in the recently designed living room, while a gracious dining room welcomes guests off the foyer. Your private oasis, the primary suite, includes luxurious his and her baths, separate dressing rooms, and a fabulous sunroom with a radiant heated floor. This exceptional ranch-style home is both spacious and inviting, ideal for entertaining and everyday living. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a private sanctuary just moments from everything Lake Forest has to offer.
This property is off market, which means it's not currently listed for sale or rent on Trulia. This may be different from what's available on other websites or public sources. This description is from April 06, 2025
Home Highlights
Parking
3 Car Garage
Outdoor
Patio
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
180+ days ago
Home Details for 694 S Ridge Rd
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MLS Status: Closed |
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Interior Details Basement: Partially Finished,PartialNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Breakfast Room, Dining Room, Family Room, Family Room Down, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Library, Living Room, Sun Room, Utility Room 1 St FloorWet Bar |
Beds & Baths Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 6Number of Bathrooms (full): 4Number of Bathrooms (half): 2 |
Dimensions and Layout Living Area: 4336 Square Feet |
Appliances & Utilities Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, RefrigeratorDishwasherLaundry: SinkMicrowaveRefrigerator |
Heating & Cooling Heating: Natural Gas,Forced Air,Steam,Baseboard,Sep Heating Systems - 2+,ZonedHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central Air,Small Duct High Velocity,ZonedHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas |
Fireplace & Spa Number of Fireplaces: 4Fireplace: Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Family Room, Living Room, OtherHas a FireplaceNo Spa |
Gas & Electric Electric: Circuit Breakers |
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls Window: Skylight(s) |
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability Access |
View No View |
Security Security: Security System |
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Exterior Home Features Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: PatioOther Structures: Gazebo |
Parking & Garage Number of Garage Spaces: 3Number of Covered Spaces: 3Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 3Parking: Asphalt,Side Driveway,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Attached,Garage |
Frontage Not on Waterfront |
Water & Sewer Sewer: Septic Tank |
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Year Built Year Built: 1976Year Renovated: 2017 |
Property Type / Style Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch |
Building Construction Materials: BrickNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels |
Property Information Parcel Number: 16053010100000Model Home Type: RANCH |
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Price List Price: $1,679,000 |
Status Change & Dates Off Market Date: Tue Mar 18 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow |
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Direction & Address City: Lake Forest |
School Information Elementary School: Cherokee Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 67Jr High / Middle School: Deer Path Middle SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 67High School: Lake Forest High SchoolHigh School District: 115 |
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Building Details Builder Model: RANCH |
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Community Features: Street Paved |
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HOA Fee Includes: None |
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Lot Area: 2 Acres |
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Special Conditions: None |
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Listing Terms: Cash |
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Business Information Ownership: Fee Simple |
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BasementMls Number: 12271850 |
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Street PavedSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display |
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Donna Mercier, SFR, (847) 757-6538
Coldwell Banker Realty
Chris Foss, (847) 971-8524
Coldwell Banker Realty
Bought with: Anne Hardy, (847) 436-1075, Berkshire Hathaway-Chicago
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12271850
Price History for 694 S Ridge Rd
| Date | Price | Event | Source |
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| 04/04/2025 | $1,830,000 | Sold | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12271850 |
| 03/31/2025 | $1,679,000 | Pending | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12271850 |
| 03/18/2025 | $1,679,000 | Contingent | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12271850 |
| 03/13/2025 | $1,679,000 | Listed For Sale | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12271850 |
| 12/05/2008 | $1,387,500 | Sold | MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #06620985 |
| 05/18/2008 | $1,888,000 | ListingRemoved | Agent Provided |
| 02/19/2008 | $1,888,000 | Listed For Sale | Agent Provided |
Market trends in Lake Forest
Last updated May 2026
Avg. sale price
$1.2M
Sale-to-List Price
—
Price per sq ft
$377
Available listings
68
12MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment
| Year | 2023 |
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| Tax | $26,509 |
| Assessment | $1,351,758 |
Home facts updated by county records
Homeowner tools
Estimated monthly rent$7,865/mo
Comparable Sales for 694 S Ridge Rd
Address | Distance | Property Type | Sold Price | Sold Date | Bed | Bath | Sqft |
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0.15 | Single-Family Home | $1,625,000 | 06/11/26 | 5 | 5.5 | 7,325 | |
0.18 | Single-Family Home | $2,700,000 | 01/26/26 | 6 | 6.5 | 5,849 | |
0.34 | Single-Family Home | $1,300,000 | 07/18/25 | 5 | 4.5 | 5,258 | |
0.59 | Single-Family Home | $1,785,000 | 05/21/26 | 5 | 5 | 4,152 | |
0.26 | Single-Family Home | $3,080,000 | 09/22/25 | 6 | 5 | 5,734 | |
0.27 | Single-Family Home | $2,306,000 | 07/23/25 | 5 | 6 | 6,915 | |
0.33 | Single-Family Home | $1,950,000 | 04/10/26 | 6 | 5.5 | 7,050 | |
0.23 | Single-Family Home | $2,640,000 | 08/29/25 | 6 | 6.5 | 7,747 | |
0.43 | Single-Family Home | $1,025,000 | 11/14/25 | 5 | 2.5 | 3,222 |
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Assigned Schools
These are the assigned schools for 694 S Ridge Rd.
- Cherokee Elementary School
- K-4
- Public
- 339 Students
10/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageWe had naive high hopes that this would be a sweet and loving neighborhood school. When you talk to other parents their experiences mirror ours but they resign themselves to accepting it. Bullying is epidemic - we saw physical (kid to kid, physical fights including a group of older children attacking a much younger child) as well as emotional and verbal bullying in a myriad of forms sadly from both adults and children. The staff admitted that there is a bullying problem but are not invested in facilitating a better environment and are not fully forthright with parents. I have heard from many parents needing more support than we did that they have had to fight to be heard. They were disrespected and rebuffed by administrators. Summarily, regardless of your situation, expect to have to advocate. I would look elsewhere if you are able, have heard far better reports from parents at the other LF public schools. I have met those that say they love it, but they seem to be trying to convince themselves more than anything even after admitting to their own negative experiences. Maybe it works for you but maybe it doesn’t. Overall, I would ascertain that the environment distracts from academic progress. Best of luck.Parent Review2y ago - Deer Path Middle School West
- 7-8
- Public
- 360 Students
10/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageMy two boys studied here and they both got incredible education and made lifelong friends.Yes, it is a fact that this community comprises of mostly wealthy families but we have seen so far are just regular kids. DPM prepared our kids well for high school. One of them went to a top 5 college in the nation for his discipline. We are thankful to the wonderful DPM that paved the way for their success.Parent Review1y ago - Deer Path Middle School East
- 5-6
- Public
- 374 Students
10/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageMy kid got served raw food, students told him to kill himself and they stabbed my child with a plastic knife.Parent Review1y ago - Lake Forest High School
- 9-12
- Public
- 1348 Students
9/10GreatSchools RatingParent Rating AverageQuite possibly the best education any child would be lucky enough to receive in this country. The environment is geared toward learning and advancement toward college and a professional career. Teachers are engaging and knowledgeable. The only hit or miss is the administrative staff. Solid school, solid education along with a great athletic program. Highly recommend LFHSParent Review3y ago 
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What Locals Say about Lake Forest
At least 105 Trulia users voted on each feature.
93 % Say it's dog friendly
91 % Say parking is easy
86 % Say car is needed
83 % Say it's quiet
83 % Say there's holiday spirit
82 % Say people would walk alone at night
81 % Say yards are well-kept
79 % Say there are sidewalks
78 % Say there's wildlife
71 % Say kids play outside
65 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years
64 % Say neighbors are friendly
56 % Say streets are well-lit
54 % Say there are community events
50 % Say it's walkable to restaurants
50 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores
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694 S Ridge Rd, Lake Forest, IL 60045 is a 4 bedroom, 6 bathroom, 4,336 sqft single-family home built in 1976. This property is not currently available for sale. 694 S Ridge Rd was last sold on Apr 4, 2025 for $1,830,000 (9% higher than the asking price of $1,679,000). The current Trulia Estimate for 694 S Ridge Rd is $1,948,300.