236 Forest Dr Island Lake, IL 60042
East Island Lake Neighborhood
5
Beds
4
Baths
2,649
Sq Ft
0.44
Acres
Highlights
- Lake Front
- Community Lake
- Property is near a park
- Property fronts a channel
- Deck
- 2-minute walk to Forest Park
About This Home
As of May 2024Nestled in a picturesque setting with breathtaking lake views of Island Lake, this captivating home offers a year-round retreat with the luxury of fishing right from your own backyard. This traditional 5 bedroom, 3 bathroom two-story home is situated on an expansive almost half-acre, fenced lot (3 Pins), providing ample space for summer leisure and relaxation. As you step inside, you'll be greeted by a welcoming foyer that seamlessly flows into an open concept layout. The first floor boasts hardwood floors, a spacious living room, a formal dining room, and a pristine kitchen adorned with white cabinets, a generous center island, and elegant granite countertops. Additional highlights on this level include a versatile room that could double as an office or a fifth bedroom, and a convenient full bathroom. Discover the added convenience of a tankless water heater tucked away in the utility room. Heading to the second floor, you'll find four inviting bedrooms and three full bathrooms-- one of them newly remodeled! The master suite is a sanctuary of relaxation, featuring a luxurious jacuzzi tub, a double vanity, a separate shower, and a generously sized walk-in closet. Practicality meets style with a second-floor laundry room, ensuring effortless chores. Three more bedrooms and three full bathrooms which includes a beautifully recently remodeled full bath complete this level. For your storage needs, there's a convenient pull-down attic offering additional space. Experience the allure of lakeside living in this beautiful property.
Last Agent to Sell the Property
Coldwell Banker Realty License #475166016 Listed on: 03/19/2024
Last Buyer's Agent
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate License #475178883
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $10,214
Year Built
- Built in 1948
Lot Details
- 0.44 Acre Lot
- Lot Dimensions are 120x166
- Property fronts a channel
- Lake Front
- Fenced Yard
- Paved or Partially Paved Lot
- Additional Parcels
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Interior Spaces
- 2,649 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Formal Dining Room
- Wood Flooring
- Water Views
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 5 Bedrooms
- 5 Potential Bedrooms
- Walk-In Closet
- 4 Full Bathrooms
- Dual Sinks
- Whirlpool Bathtub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry on upper level
- Dryer
- Washer
- Sink Near Laundry
Outdoor Features
- Access To Lake
- Tideland Water Rights
- Deck
Location
- Property is near a park
Schools
- Cotton Creek Elementary School
- Matthews Middle School
- Wauconda Comm High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
Community Details
- Community Lake
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Ownership History
Date
Name
Owned For
Owner Type
Purchase Details
Listed on
Mar 19, 2024
Closed on
Apr 29, 2024
Sold by
Steinhiser Alexandra M and Stafford Alexandra M
Bought by
Schroeder Daniel and Kern Norell
Seller's Agent
Jamie Hering
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Amanda Wegner
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
List Price
$380,000
Sold Price
$370,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,000
-2.63%
Views
147
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
6.27%
Original Mortgage
$358,900
Outstanding Balance
$355,468
Interest Rate
8.13%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$42,532
Purchase Details
Listed on
Aug 19, 2022
Closed on
Oct 31, 2022
Sold by
Rekuc Robert and Rekuc Karli
Bought by
Steinhiser Alexandra M
Seller's Agent
Kinga Korpacz
Exit Realty Redefined
Buyer's Agent
Irais Torres
Fulton Grace Realty
List Price
$350,000
Sold Price
$350,000
Views
2
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.77%
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
6.63%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Listed on
Sep 14, 2016
Closed on
Dec 29, 2016
Sold by
Arlp Reo V Llc
Bought by
Rekuc Robert
Seller's Agent
Berry Grove
Grove Limited, Realtors
Buyer's Agent
Kinga Korpacz
Exit Realty Redefined
List Price
$185,000
Sold Price
$174,814
Premium/Discount to List
-$10,186
-5.51%
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
12.81%
Original Mortgage
$166,073
Interest Rate
4.62%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Purchase Details
Closed on
Mar 10, 2016
Sold by
Resi Reo Sub Llc
Bought by
Arlp Reo V Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Feb 8, 2016
Sold by
Christiana Trust
Bought by
Resi Reo Sub Llc
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 21, 2015
Sold by
Zoltowska Marta and Bank Of America Na
Bought by
Christiana Trust and Wilmington Savings Fund Society Fsb
Purchase Details
Closed on
Apr 28, 2006
Sold by
Howell John A and Howell Janet M
Bought by
Soltysiak Piotr and Zoltowska Marta
Home Financials for this Owner
Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$204,000
Interest Rate
7.62%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac
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Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $370,000 | None Listed On Document | |
| Warranty Deed | $350,000 | Saturn Title | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $174,814 | Attorney | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | Attorney | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | Attorney | |
| Sheriffs Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $255,000 | Ticor |
Source: Public Records
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $358,900 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $200,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $194,596 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $166,073 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $344,000 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $204,000 | Fannie Mae Freddie Mac | |
| Previous Owner | $20,000 | Credit Line Revolving | |
| Previous Owner | $159,500 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $159,500 | Unknown | |
| Previous Owner | $134,250 | Unknown |
Source: Public Records
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | Change | Sq Ft Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/10/2025 07/10/25 | For Sale | $399,000 | +7.8% | $151 / Sq Ft |
| 05/02/2024 05/02/24 | Sold | $370,000 | 0.0% | $140 / Sq Ft |
| 04/19/2024 04/19/24 | Off Market | $370,000 | -- | -- |
| 04/05/2024 04/05/24 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 03/19/2024 03/19/24 | For Sale | $380,000 | +8.6% | $143 / Sq Ft |
| 11/01/2022 11/01/22 | Sold | $350,000 | 0.0% | $132 / Sq Ft |
| 09/15/2022 09/15/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 09/07/2022 09/07/22 | For Sale | $350,000 | 0.0% | $132 / Sq Ft |
| 09/01/2022 09/01/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 08/19/2022 08/19/22 | For Sale | $350,000 | +100.2% | $132 / Sq Ft |
| 01/30/2017 01/30/17 | Sold | $174,814 | -12.2% | $66 / Sq Ft |
| 12/12/2016 12/12/16 | Price Changed | $199,000 | +13.8% | $75 / Sq Ft |
| 12/10/2016 12/10/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 12/03/2016 12/03/16 | Off Market | $174,814 | -- | -- |
| 11/23/2016 11/23/16 | For Sale | $185,000 | 0.0% | $69 / Sq Ft |
| 11/23/2016 11/23/16 | Price Changed | $185,000 | -7.0% | $69 / Sq Ft |
| 10/28/2016 10/28/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/28/2016 10/28/16 | Price Changed | $199,000 | +13.8% | $75 / Sq Ft |
| 10/25/2016 10/25/16 | Off Market | $174,814 | -- | -- |
| 10/19/2016 10/19/16 | Price Changed | $199,000 | +13.8% | $75 / Sq Ft |
| 10/18/2016 10/18/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- |
| 10/07/2016 10/07/16 | Off Market | $174,814 | -- | -- |
| 10/07/2016 10/07/16 | For Sale | $185,000 | 0.0% | $69 / Sq Ft |
| 10/07/2016 10/07/16 | Price Changed | $185,000 | +5.8% | $69 / Sq Ft |
| 10/06/2016 10/06/16 | Off Market | $174,814 | -- | -- |
| 09/14/2016 09/14/16 | For Sale | $199,000 | -- | $75 / Sq Ft |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Tax History Compared to Growth
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 | $9,472 | $153,086 | $26,577 | $126,509 |
| 2023 | $9,472 | $115,823 | $14,957 | $100,866 |
| 2022 | $9,176 | $100,713 | $15,778 | $84,935 |
| 2021 | $9,355 | $95,165 | $14,909 | $80,256 |
| 2020 | $9,062 | $90,703 | $14,210 | $76,493 |
| 2019 | $8,100 | $86,655 | $15,237 | $71,418 |
| 2018 | $7,629 | $74,213 | $18,068 | $56,145 |
| 2017 | $7,626 | $73,355 | $17,859 | $55,496 |
| 2016 | $6,655 | $69,465 | $16,912 | $52,553 |
| 2015 | $6,397 | $63,771 | $15,526 | $48,245 |
| 2014 | $6,728 | $63,572 | $16,491 | $47,081 |
| 2012 | $7,555 | $75,710 | $15,778 | $59,932 |
Source: Public Records
Agents Affiliated with this Home
-
Cecille Plurad Mike Plurad
Seller's Agent in 2025
Cecille Plurad Mike Plurad
Coldwell Banker Realty
(773) 719-0353
209 Total Sales
-
Michael Plurad
Seller Co-Listing Agent in 2025
Michael Plurad
Coldwell Banker Realty
(773) 719-0352
83 Total Sales
-
Jamie Hering
Seller's Agent in 2024
Jamie Hering
Coldwell Banker Realty
(847) 665-1919
1 in this area
807 Total Sales
-
Amanda Wegner
Buyer's Agent in 2024
Amanda Wegner
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
(847) 343-8607
1 in this area
74 Total Sales
-
Kinga Korpacz
Seller's Agent in 2022
Kinga Korpacz
Exit Realty Redefined
(773) 484-6006
1 in this area
271 Total Sales
-
Irais Torres
Buyer's Agent in 2022
Irais Torres
Fulton Grace
(773) 698-6648
1 in this area
24 Total Sales
Map
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12007474
APN: 09-21-110-051
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