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Michael Schatz

Engel & Völkers

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$ 500,000

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491 Ridge RD Highland Park, IL 60035

3 Beds

2.5 Baths

2,263 SqFt

UPDATED:

03/13/2025 05:06 AM

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached Single

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,263 sqft

Price per Sqft $220

MLS Listing ID 12303783

Style Ranch

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 2

Half Baths 1

Year Built 1954

Annual Tax Amount $11,039

Tax Year 2023

Lot Size 7,666 Sqft

Lot Dimensions 50.1X152.9X50X153.8

Property Sub-Type Detached Single

Property Description

This is one not to be missed! Sprawling is the word to describe this gem located in the heart of Highland Park - a spacious and inviting home where classic charm meets modern updates. With 2,263 sq ft of living space (not counting the finished basement), this home features beautiful hardwood floors throughout, an updated kitchen designed for both style and function, and thoughtfully renovated full and half baths. You'll love the generous bedroom size, huge family room with fireplace, and quaint sunroom perfect for the plant and garden lover! Finished rec room in the basement comes with the projector/screen and pool table- making it a great space to hang out! Recent updates include Roof, Pella Windows, and Siding (2008), a Newer Water Heater (2015), and New Furnace (2023). Nestled in a tight-knit community, you'll love the convenience of being just steps from West Ridge Park, offering picnic areas, walking paths, a playground, basketball court, ball diamond, and multi-use fields. Enjoy easy access to scenic trails, the Metra station for easy commute to Chicago, and the vibrant shops and restaurants of downtown Highland Park. This home is located in a school choice zone, giving you the option to attend either Deerfield High School or Highland Park High School. Don't miss your chance to experience all this exceptional home has to offer.

Location

State IL

County Lake

Area Highland Park

Rooms

Basement Full

Interior

Heating Natural Gas

Cooling Central Air

Fireplaces Number 1

Fireplaces Type Gas Log, Gas Starter

Equipment Sump Pump

Fireplace Y

Appliance Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer

Laundry Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit

Exterior

Roof Type Asphalt

Building

Dwelling Type Detached Single

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Lake Michigan, Public

New Construction false

Schools

Elementary Schools Red Oak Elementary School

Middle Schools Edgewood Middle School

High Schools Deerfield High School

School District 112 , 112, 113

Others

HOA Fee Include None

Ownership Fee Simple

Special Listing Condition None

Listed by Laura Forman • Compass

Michael Schatz

+1(312) 961-4450

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