150 Forest Avenue, Fox Lake, Illinois 60020
$550,000
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For Sale
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| Status: | Active |
| Sqft: | 1,586 |
| Cost/Sqft: | $347 |
| Beds: | 3 |
| Baths: | 2 |
| Year Built: | 2006 |
| Property Taxes: | $8,356 |
| Days On Market: | 9 |
| Lot Size: | 0,54 |
Description
Rare 1/2-Acre Double Lot Gem on the Fox Lake Peninsula! Tucked among mature trees and beautiful landscaping, this meticulously maintained, move-in-ready 3BR/2BA home offers an abundance of outdoor space and features an ADDITIONAL DETACHED 2 CAR + WORKSHOP/OFFICE, CLIMATE CONTROLLED GARAGE WITH HEATED FLOORS-the ultimate year-round setup for mechanics, hobbyists, or any hands-on project. Whether you are hosting a summer barbecue on the back deck or relaxing on the front patio, this property can be your own private nature retreat! Inside, the home is equally turn-key, showcasing a fully updated kitchen appliance suite with newer dishwasher, oven, range, and microwave (all 2024), alongside a reliable refrigerator and washer/dryer set (both 2020). Downstairs, a massive 1,500-square-foot unfinished basement with 9-foot ceilings awaits your finishing touches. Offering total peace of mind, the home boasts significant recent capital improvements, including: Tankless Water Heater (2025), Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water System (2025), Freshly Paved Driveway (2021), Whole-Home Air Purification System (2023), and a High-Efficiency Furnace (2019). Location is everything here. You are situated just up the hill from the Fox Lake Metra station and the village's brand-new waterfront park, where you can easily walk down to enjoy live music at the summer concert series pavilion or join a game of pickleball at the nearby recreation complex. Perfectly positioned for regional convenience near US-12, you're only a short drive from Wilmot Mountain and less than 30 minutes from Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Come live the lake life in a vibrant, worry-free community known for boating, fishing, and year-round recreation on the Chain O'Lakes-the perfect blend of small-town charm and modern amenities to call home!
Property Specifics
| Single Family | |
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| 2006 | |
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| No | |
| 0.54 |
| Lake | |
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| 12657809 | |
| 05033060230000 |
Nearby Schools
| NAME: | DISTRICT: | DISTANCE: | |
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Grade School
Lotus |
114 | — | |
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Middle School
Stanton |
114 | Not in DB | |
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High School
Grant Community High School |
124 | Not in DB | |
Property History
| DATE: | EVENT: | PRICE: | SOURCE: |
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| 27 Apr, 2007 | Sold | $263,000 | MRED MLS |
| 1 Mar, 2007 | Under contract | $267,900 | MRED MLS |
| 19 Jan, 2007 | Listed for sale | $267,900 | MRED MLS |
| 2 Jun, 2026 | Under contract | $550,000 | MRED MLS |
| 2 Jun, 2026 | Listed for sale | $550,000 | MRED MLS |
Room Specifics
Total Bedrooms: 3
Bedrooms Above Ground: 3
Bedrooms Below Ground: 0
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Full Bathrooms: 2
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Bathroom in Basement: 0
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Other Specifics
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Tax History
| Year | Property Taxes |
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| 2007 | $517 |
| 2026 | $8,356 |
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