Nestled on a generous 0.88-acre lot in an unincorporated area, this beautifully updated farmhouse offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern amenities. Featuring 3+ spacious bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms, this home provides ample space for comfortable living. The heart of the home is the updated kitchen, which boasts sleek granite countertops, plenty of cabinetry, and modern finishes, making it a dream for any home chef. The home has been lovingly maintained with new siding, a new roof, and new gutters, ensuring years of worry-free living. The basement offers additional space for storage or potential for any number of uses to suit your needs. The expansive backyard feels wonderfully secluded, offering peace and privacy despite the home being located just under a mile from downtown Crystal Lake, where you'll find easy access to shops, restaurants, and the train station. This home is ideally positioned to provide both convenience and tranquility. Outside, you'll find a 2-car garage, offering plenty of storage and workspace. The yard features a large paver stone patio, perfect for outdoor entertaining, dining, or simply relaxing while enjoying the serene surroundings. Additionally, a 12x12 semi-finished, insulated shed offers extra space for storage, a workshop, or a hobby room. This charming farmhouse is move-in ready and offers a quiet, private location in an unincorporated area. The spacious backyard provides plenty of room for gardening, outdoor activities, or simply enjoying the natural beauty around you.
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$305,000
457 E Crystal Lake Ave, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
3beds
1,565sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1872
0.88 Acres Lot
$318,500 Zestimate®
$195/sqft
$2,570 Estimated rent
Home value
$318,500
$293,000 - $347,000
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Beautifully updated farmhouseSpacious backyardExpansive backyardLarge paver stone patioUpdated kitchenPlenty of cabinetryNew gutters
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Listing updated:
Listed by:
Waldemar Komendzinski, e-PRO,SRS 773-467-8500,
Landmark Realtors
Bought with:
Maria Tamayo, ABR,SRES,SRS
Luna Real Estate Inc.
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12344618
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Foyer, Sitting Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 81 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X9
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 25 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 5X5
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Galley), Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X10
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 64 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 8X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 345 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X15
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Wall Unit(s)
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Refrigerator, Freezer, Washer, Dryer
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Basement: Unfinished,Cellar,Exterior Entry,Partial
- Attic: Finished,Interior Stair
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,565 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, On Site, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Patio, Porch
- Fencing: Fenced
Lot
- Size: 0.88 Acres
- Dimensions: 102.5 X 375
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 1904202005
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Water-Softener Owned, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding, Frame
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1872
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Crystal Lake
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $195/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $297,390
- Annual tax amount: $6,720
- Date on market: 4/22/2025
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 7/22/2025 | Sold | $305,000-4.7%$195/sqft |
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| 5/13/2025 | Contingent | $320,000$204/sqft |
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| 5/6/2025 | Price change | $320,000-1.5%$204/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12344618 Report a problem | ||
| 4/28/2025 | Price change | $325,000-1.5%$208/sqft |
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| 4/22/2025 | Listed for sale | $330,000+78.4%$211/sqft |
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| 6/5/2001 | Sold | $185,000$118/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $6,986 +3.9% | $99,130 +11.8% |
| 2023 | $6,721 +46.4% | $88,660 +48.1% |
| 2022 | $4,591 +6.5% | $59,847 +7.3% |
| 2021 | $4,312 +2.4% | $55,755 +3.7% |
| 2020 | $4,212 | $53,781 +4.5% |
| 2019 | -- | $51,475 +8.2% |
| 2018 | $3,805 +1.2% | $47,552 +6.1% |
| 2017 | $3,762 +2.7% | $44,797 +6.6% |
| 2016 | $3,663 | $42,016 +7.2% |
| 2013 | $3,663 | $39,196 -14.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $45,945 -6.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $49,102 -9.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $54,172 |
| 2008 | -- | $54,172 +8.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $50,053 +4.9% |
| 2005 | $2,880 +5.7% | $47,724 +7% |
| 2004 | $2,724 +1.6% | $44,618 +7.5% |
| 2003 | $2,683 +7.4% | $41,524 +9.1% |
| 2002 | $2,497 -6.8% | $38,072 +5.7% |
| 2001 | $2,680 +31.7% | $36,006 +9.4% |
| 2000 | $2,035 | $32,915 |
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Neighborhood: 60014
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Husmann Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.1 mi
- 7/10Hannah Beardsley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 0.1 mi
- 8/10Crystal Lake Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 47
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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- McHenry County
- Crystal Lake
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- 457 E Crystal Lake Ave
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