$369,000
SOLD JUL 16, 2025

1011 Blackburn Dr Grayslake, IL 60030

3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,494 Sq Ft
1996 Built

Recently Sold

$247 Per Sq Ft

25 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Open Floorplan
  • Property is adjacent to nature preserve
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Grayslake Central High School Rated A
  • Tennis Courts
  • Skylights

About This Home

As of July 2025

Immaculately-maintained duplex in COLLEGE TRAIL offering a smart investment in comfort, location, and long-term value WITH NO ASSOCIATION FEES! Positioned directly ACROSS FROM A NATURE PRESERVE, it features a fully fenced backyard, a brick paver patio, and a full basement with ample space for a family room, hobbies, and storage. The main level is open and bright, with VAULTED CEILINGS, Pergo floors in the two-story foyer and kitchen, and BRAND-NEW CARPET in the living and dining areas. The living room includes a fireplace for added warmth and focus. The kitchen provides easy access to the backyard, making entertaining and everyday living seamless. Upstairs, the primary bedroom offers vaulted ceilings and a PRIVATE FULL BATH with a SOAKING TUB, while both upstairs bathrooms benefit from SKYLIGHTS that fill the space with natural light. With peaceful views of the preserve and thoughtful updates throughout, this home delivers daily comfort and long-term potential. ***UPDATES: For complete list of updates, see "List of Improvements" document under Additional Info tab.***

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jim Starwalt

Better Homes and Garden Real Estate Star Homes License #471010243 Listed on: 05/22/2025

Better Homes and Garden Real Estate Star Homes

Last Buyer's Agent

Marty Rafter

Baird & Warner License #475143357

Baird & Warner

Townhouse Details

Home Type

  • Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $8,127

Year Built

  • Built in 1996

Lot Details

  • Property is adjacent to nature preserve
  • Wood Fence
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Half Duplex
  • Asphalt Roof
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,494 Sq Ft Home
  • 2-Story Property
  • Open Floorplan
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Skylights
  • Attached Fireplace Door
  • Gas Log Fireplace
  • Window Treatments
  • Window Screens
  • Entrance Foyer
  • Family Room
  • Living Room with Fireplace
  • Formal Dining Room
  • Storage Room
  • Property Views

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Flooring

  • Carpet
  • Laminate

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 3 Potential Bedrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer

Basement

  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Sump Pump

Home Security

Outdoor Features

  • Patio

Schools

  • Frederick Elementary And Middle School
  • Grayslake Central High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Natural Gas
  • Gas Water Heater

Community Details

Overview

  • 2 Units
  • College Trail Subdivision

Recreation

  • Tennis Courts
  • Park
  • Bike Trail

Pet Policy

  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Security

  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Townhouse Details

Home Type

Townhome

Est. Annual Taxes

$8,127

Year Built

Built in 1996

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: 1/2 Duplex
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • EntryLevel: 1
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1/2 Duplex
  • Subdivision Name: College Trail
  • Year Built: 1996
  • Age: 26-30 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Townhouses
  • Stories: 2

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Dryer, Disposal, Humidifier
  • Basement: Finished, Rec/Family Area, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Fireplace Features: Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Log
  • Fireplaces: 1
  • Flooring: Laminate, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: Cathedral Ceiling(s), Open Floorplan
  • LivingArea: 1494
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Water Heater-Gas
  • Room Type: Foyer, Storage
  • Stories Total: 2
  • Window Features: Screens, Skylight(s)
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 1494
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Door Features: Sliding Doors,Sliding Glass Door(s)
  • Window Features: Skylight(s),Window Treatments
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Fencing: Fenced, Wood
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • List Price: 369000
  • Lot Features: Nature Preserve Adjacent, Garden, Views
  • Patio And Porch Features: Patio
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
  • ParkingTotal: 2

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: Main Level, Washer Hookup, In Unit
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Association Amenities: Bike Room/Bike Trails, Park, Tennis Court(s)
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Sidewalks
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Frederick
  • High School: Grayslake Central High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Frederick
  • Middle/Junior School District: 46

Lot Info

  • Lot Dimensions: 4678
  • Rural (Y/N): N
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 999

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 8127
  • Tax Year: 2023

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 2

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 11, 2005
Sold by
Mccracken Frederick M and Mccracken Jill L
Bought by
Zais Wayne J and Lewandowski Denise

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$218,600
Interest Rate
6.05%
Mortgage Type
VA

Purchase Details

Closed on
Apr 22, 1997
Sold by
The Northern Trust Company
Bought by
Mccracken Frederick M and Mccracken Jill L

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$125,200
Interest Rate
8.05%
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Warranty Deed $214,000 --
Trustee Deed $156,500 Ticor Title Insurance Compan
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $205,221 VA
Closed $218,600 VA
Previous Owner $121,650 Unknown
Previous Owner $125,200 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/16/2025 07/16/25 Sold $369,000 0.0% $247 / Sq Ft
06/16/2025 06/16/25 Pending -- -- --
05/22/2025 05/22/25 For Sale $369,000 0.0% $247 / Sq Ft
04/30/2025 04/30/25 Price Changed $369,000 -- $247 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2024 $8,127 $84,009 $15,148 $68,861
2023 $7,757 $77,100 $13,902 $63,198
2022 $7,757 $70,678 $8,773 $61,905
2021 $6,908 $61,860 $8,432 $53,428
2020 $6,894 $58,858 $8,023 $50,835
2019 $7,950 $66,371 $7,697 $58,674
2018 $7,934 $66,737 $9,349 $57,388
2017 $7,885 $62,776 $8,794 $53,982
2016 $7,551 $57,949 $8,118 $49,831
2015 $7,338 $52,940 $7,416 $45,524
2014 $7,171 $51,605 $8,216 $43,389
2012 $7,076 $53,896 $8,581 $45,315
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12350943

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 06-25-109-002