Stop scrolling if you have been waiting for space, location, and upside at a price point that is getting harder to find in Crystal Lake. 565 Eletson Drive is a split-level home with a sub-basement offering approximately 2,036 square feet, an attached 2-car garage, multiple living areas, 2 full baths, and the kind of flexible layout that creates real opportunity for the next owner. This home needs TLC - no sugarcoating it - but the bones, space, and potential are here. The main level features hardwood floors, a generous living room, dining area, and kitchen ready for your vision. The lower level includes a spacious family room with a wood-burning stone fireplace, plus additional finished space that could serve as an office, guest space, playroom, hobby room, workout area, or future reimagined living space. The sub-basement adds even more room for storage, recreation, or future improvement. Outside, the property offers a wide yard, mature trees, and an attached 2-car garage. The enclosed porch/sunroom area adds another layer of possibility for buyers who see what this home could become with the right updates. Located in Crystal Lake with convenient access to McHenry Avenue, Route 14, shopping, dining, parks, lake-area recreation, Metra access, and downtown Crystal Lake amenities, this home sits in a location buyers continue to seek out for convenience and lifestyle. Whether you are a buyer looking to create sweat equity, an investor searching for a value-add property, or someone who understands that the best opportunities do not always come wrapped in a bow, 565 Eletson Drive deserves a serious look. Bring your contractor, bring your imagination, and bring your numbers. Sold as-is. Buyer to verify room count, condition, repairs, permits, financing eligibility, and future improvement potential.
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$355,000
565 Eletson Dr, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
3beds
2,036sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1973
0.27 Acres Lot
$355,400 Zestimate®
$174/sqft
$2,847 Estimated rent
Home value
$355,400
$338,000 - $373,000
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Wood-burning stone fireplaceSplit-level homeAdditional finished spaceMature treesSpacious family roomDining areaHardwood floors
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Listed by:
Elizabeth Goodchild, CSC,GRI 847-691-2976,
Realty of America,
Daniel Goodchild 224-817-1320,
Realty of America
Bought with:
Carol Hoefer, ABR,CRS,SFR
RE/MAX Suburban
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12652022
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Den, Play Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X9
Den
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Lower
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X15
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 156 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X12
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 286 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X13
Play room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 208 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X13
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Basement: Partially Finished,Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Family Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,036 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Levels: Bi-Level,Tri-Level
Lot
- Size: 0.27 Acres
- Dimensions: 66X170
Details
- Parcel number: 1908105004
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Bi-Level,Other,Mid Level
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Aluminum Siding, Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1973
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Crystal Lake
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $174/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $327,714
- Annual tax amount: $9,248
- Date on market: 5/22/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/25/2026 | Sold | $355,000+1.4%$174/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12652022 Report a problem | ||
| 5/30/2026 | Contingent | $350,000$172/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12652022 Report a problem | ||
| 5/22/2026 | Listed for sale | $350,000+103.5%$172/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12652022 Report a problem | ||
| 5/9/2016 | Sold | $172,000+1.2%$84/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09189481 Report a problem | ||
| 4/11/2016 | Pending sale | $169,900$83/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell #09189481 Report a problem | ||
| 4/10/2016 | Listed for sale | $169,900$83/sqft |
Source: Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell #09189481 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,248 +2.8% | $109,238 +11.8% |
| 2023 | $8,996 +9.7% | $97,699 +12.8% |
| 2022 | $8,204 +5.3% | $86,607 +7.3% |
| 2021 | $7,792 +2.3% | $80,685 +3.7% |
| 2020 | $7,614 | $77,829 +4.5% |
| 2019 | -- | $74,492 +12.7% |
| 2018 | $5,921 +0.8% | $66,125 +6.1% |
| 2017 | $5,875 +14.1% | $62,294 +9.9% |
| 2016 | $5,151 | $56,674 -4.2% |
| 2013 | $5,151 | $59,147 -14.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $69,330 -6.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $74,095 -9.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $81,747 |
| 2008 | -- | $81,747 +8.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $75,532 +4.9% |
| 2005 | $4,673 +5.1% | $72,018 +7% |
| 2004 | $4,448 +2.6% | $67,332 +7.4% |
| 2003 | $4,337 +6.3% | $62,664 +7% |
| 2002 | $4,079 +3.8% | $58,564 +5.7% |
| 2001 | $3,931 +4.5% | $55,385 +3.7% |
| 2000 | $3,761 | $53,409 |
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Neighborhood: 60014
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Coventry Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.6 mi
- 7/10Hannah Beardsley Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.9 mi
- 8/10Crystal Lake Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Coventry Elementary School
- 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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