House Hunt: The Five Most Expensive Homes for Sale in Ridgewood

Ridgewood is an area of Western Springs that we've too-frequently neglected in our House Hunt articles. No longer!

This week, we focus in on Western Springs' second-most southern neighborhood, and its five most expensive houses for sale. Three are in Ridgewood proper, and two are at its outskirts (one on Wolf Road and one in Heritage Estates.) All are on the market, and all are terrific Village homes. Check them out!

5842 Wolf Road—$1,175,000 (Ridgewood)

4 bed, 4.1 bath, 3 parking (3 attached garage), 4,900 sq. ft. (house), 24,480 sq. ft. (lot)

Coldwell Banker Residential

One of the largest Wolf Road homes in all Western Springs, this upscale 1997 house sits on a thoroughly gigantic lot for a Village home and features sterling construction throughout, including two master bedrooms (first and second floor), a second-floor library and a large finished basement. Realtor: "One of a kind... fabulous!"

1142 Birch Lane—$649,000 (Ridgewood)

4 bed, 3.1 bath, 2 parking (2 attached garage), 3,374 sq. ft. (house), 12,780 sq. ft. (lot)

RE/MEX Elite

A 1985 home with superb privacy landscaping, as well as a backyard patio, sheds and playset. Home is remodeled and up to date, and includes hardwood floors on the main level and a sunroom. Realtor: "A master suite to end all!"

919 Lawn Court—$525,000 (Ridgewood)

3 bed, 3 bath, 2 parking (2 attached garage), 1,933 sq. ft. (house), 8,400 sq. ft. (lot)

Realty Executives Midwest

A brick split-level on a Ridgewood cul-de-sac. Home features wood-burning fireplace and finished basement with rec room. Heating and air-conditioning recently renovated; a patio and trellis grace an open backyard. Realtor: "Ready to move in!"

5513 Heritage Court—$499,900 (Ridegwood)

4 bed, 3.1 bath, 2 parking (x attached garage), unknown sq. ft. (house), unknown sq. ft. (lot)

Coldwell Banker Residential

An end-unit townhome in the elite 2002 Heritage Estates expansion, a secluded mini-neighborhood off of 55th Street. Home includes upscale kitchen, great room with hardwood floors, formal dining room and workout room. Realtor: "A must-see!"

1140 Birch Lane—$499,900 (Ridgewood)

3 bed, 2 bath, 2 parking (2 attached garage), 2,163 sq. ft. (house), 15,400 sq. ft. (lot)

ERA Team Feinstein, LLC

A second home right next to the above one listed on Birch Lane (one for you and one for a friend?) This one's a bit smaller (it's a 1964 ranch), but still terrific, with features including an updated kitchen and a master suite with sitting room and walk-in closet. Realtor: "Meticulously updated and impeccably maintained!"