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$499,900

1243 Ridge Rd

Highland Park, IL
Contingent
4
Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1,279
Square Feet
1952
Year Built
84
Days On Market

Soaring ceilings, abundant natural light, and gorgeous hardwood floors welcome you to this beautifully updated Highland Park home! The custom kitchen features 2024 stainless steel appliances, granite countertops, and an open layout flowing into a spacious dining room-perfect for everyday living and entertaining. Bright door leads to a private, fully fenced yard, creating an ideal space for relaxing or gathering outdoors. A versatile main-level bedroom offers flexibility as a home office, study, or guest room. Upstairs, you'll find three generously sized bedrooms and a beautifully renovated bath. The lower-level family room provides the perfect spot for movie nights, game days, or additional living space. Convenient laundry includes a 2019 washer and dryer. The 2.5-car garage offers plenty of room for vehicles, storage, and hobbies, with additional parking available. Fantastic location near Mooney Park, shopping, dining, and more, with the choice of Deerfield or Highland Park High Schools. A wonderful combination of space, updates, privacy, and location-come see all this home has to offer today!

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Listing Information

Listing Updated
09/26/2026
Listed By
Lynn Fairfield · RE/MAX Suburban, 8473678686
MLS#
12728790
Source
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Status
Contingent

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
1243 Ridge Rd, Highland Park, IL 60035
City
Highland Park
County
Lake
Neighborhood
Sherwood Forest
Zip Code
60035

Architecture

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2
Year Built
1952
Style
Contemporary
Construction Materials
Aluminum Siding, Brick
Building Area
1,279 sq. ft.
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Roof
Asphalt
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Detached, Concrete

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Appliances
Dryer, Dishwasher, Washer, Range, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Flooring
Hardwood
Patio and Porch
Patio
Community Features
Sidewalks, Curbs, Street Lights, Park
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Wall Unit(s)
Heating
Forced Air, Natural Gas

Property Features

Lot Features
Landscaped
Sewer
Public Sewer
Utilities
Cable Available

Square Footage

Total
1,279 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$499,900
Annual Taxes
$9,853

Schools

53/100
Sherwood Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 0.8 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Highland Park
Students
354
Student body
78% White · 7% Hispanic / Latino · 6% Asian
Phone
(224) 765-3800
65/100
Elm Place School
Grades M–M · 1.9 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Highland Park
Students
300
Student–teacher
10.2
Student body
74% White · 17% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
20%
Phone
(224) 765-3300
56/100
Highland Park High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 1.9 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Highland Park
Students
1,994
Student body
70% White · 23% Hispanic / Latino · 3% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
14%
Phone
(224) 765-2001
100/100
Deerfield High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 1.4 mi
City
Deerfield
Students
1,646
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
89% White · 4% Hispanic / Latino · 3% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
4%
Phone
(224) 632-3000
86/100
Lincoln Elementary School
Grades M–M · 1.7 mi
City
Highland Park
Students
206
Student–teacher
9.9
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
82% White · 9% Hispanic / Latino · 6% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
7%
Phone
(224) 765-3551
77/100
Indian Trail Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 1.8 mi
City
Highland Park
Students
320
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
67% White · 23% Hispanic / Latino · 3% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
24%
Phone
(224) 765-3500
75/100
Edgewood Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 1.8 mi
City
Highland Park
Students
753
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
75% White · 14% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
12%
Phone
(224) 765-3201
69/100
Alan B Shepard Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 1.5 mi
City
Deerfield
Students
476
Student–teacher
9.6
Student body
82% White · 7% Hispanic / Latino · 6% Two or More Races
Phone
(847) 948-0620

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
09/09/2026Price change$499,900
08/10/2026Listed for sale$525,000

Listed by Lynn Fairfield · RE/MAX Suburban · 8473678686

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED). All rights reserved.

Last Updated: September 26, 2026 at 8:31 PM | Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) | MLS#: 12728790

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