150 Forest Ave Fox Lake, IL 60020
Estimated payment $3,661/month
Highlights
- Second Garage
- Wood Flooring
- 4 Car Garage
- Deck
- First Floor Utility Room
- Laundry Room
About This Home
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!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $8,356
Year Built
- Built in 2006
Lot Details
- 23,522 Sq Ft Lot
Parking
- 4 Car Garage
- Second Garage
- Heated Garage
- Parking Available
- Driveway
Home Design
- Asphalt Roof
- Vinyl Siding
Interior Spaces
- 1,586 Sq Ft Home
- 1-Story Property
- Gas Log Fireplace
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Dining Room
- First Floor Utility Room
- Laundry Room
- Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
Flooring
- Wood
- Carpet
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 3 Bedrooms
- 3 Potential Bedrooms
- 2 Full Bathrooms
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Shed
Schools
- Lotus Elementary School
- Stanton Middle School
- Grant Community High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Tax History
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| 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $8,356 | $127,584 | $21,395 | $106,189 |
| 2024 | $8,393 | $118,155 | $19,814 | $98,341 |
| 2023 | $8,385 | $103,646 | $18,666 | $84,980 |
| 2022 | $8,385 | $98,161 | $12,329 | $85,832 |
| 2021 | $6,495 | $86,186 | $11,621 | $74,565 |
| 2020 | $6,495 | $85,649 | $11,455 | $74,194 |
| 2019 | $6,172 | $82,134 | $10,985 | $71,149 |
| 2018 | $5,442 | $74,297 | $14,972 | $59,325 |
| 2017 | $5,271 | $58,001 | $13,840 | $44,161 |
| 2016 | $5,264 | $53,047 | $12,658 | $40,389 |
| 2015 | $4,975 | $49,502 | $11,812 | $37,690 |
Property History
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| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/02/2026 06/02/26 | For Sale | $550,000 | -- | $347 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
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| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Special Warranty Deed | $263,000 | First American Title |
Mortgage History
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| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $210,400 | Construction |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12657809
APN: 05-03-306-023
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