$295,000
SOLD JUL 18, 2025

38 Highview Ave Fox Lake, IL 60020

4 Beds
2 Baths
2,006 Sq Ft
0.34 Acres

Recently Sold

$147 Per Sq Ft

2% Below List Price

6 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Mature Trees
  • Deck
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Community Lake
  • Wood Flooring
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

About This Home

As of July 2025

Just blocks from the Fox Chain-O'-Lakes, this 4-bed/2-bath home sits on a .34-acre lot with a fenced backyard, updated deck ('23), enclosed front sunroom, & detached 2-car garage. Inside, the main level features hardwood floors, a bright living room, & an eat-in kitchen with all stainless appliances, updated in 2025 with new backsplash & countertops. Classic French doors separate the main living areas for added charm. The efficient layout includes two bedrooms, including the primary, & a full bath on the first floor. Upstairs offers two spacious bedrooms & a second full bath, updated in 2023. The unfinished basement includes exterior access, ample storage, & potential for future living space. Recent upgrades include a new front door ('25), new carpet ('25), & new roof ('19). The furnace & A/C are both within 10 years old. Ideal for commuters with easy access to Metra & bus routes, & perfectly positioned to enjoy the nearby lakes & outdoor lifestyle.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Jim Starwalt

Better Homes and Garden Real Estate Star Homes License #471010243 Listed on: 06/17/2025

Better Homes and Garden Real Estate Star Homes

Last Buyer's Agent

Fernando Senisais

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475168597

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $4,767

Year Built

  • Built in 1920

Lot Details

  • 0.34 Acre Lot
  • Wood Fence
  • Chain Link Fence
  • Paved or Partially Paved Lot
  • Mature Trees
  • Garden

Parking

  • 2 Car Garage
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Home Design

  • Asphalt Roof

Interior Spaces

  • 2,006 Sq Ft Home
  • 1.5-Story Property
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Window Treatments
  • Window Screens
  • Living Room
  • Dining Room
  • Open Floorplan
  • Storage Room
  • Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
  • Carbon Monoxide Detectors

Kitchen

  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Stainless Steel Appliances

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Carpet

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 4 Potential Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Whirlpool Bathtub

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Sink Near Laundry

Outdoor Features

  • Deck
  • Enclosed Patio or Porch

Schools

  • Lotus Elementary School
  • Stanton Middle School
  • Grant Community High School

Utilities

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

Community Details

  • Sullivans Hillcrest Subdivision
  • Community Lake

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$4,767

Year Built

Built in 1920

Lot Details

0

Parking

2

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Detached Single
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: 1.5 Story
  • Subdivision Name: Sullivans Hillcrest
  • Year Built: 1920
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • New Construction Y/N: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Humidifier
  • Basement: Unfinished, Exterior Entry, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Full
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 4
  • Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
  • Interior Amenities: 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Dining Combo
  • LivingArea: 2006
  • Other Equipment: CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Water Heater-Gas
  • Room Type: Storage, Enclosed Porch, Other Room
  • Window Features: Screens
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Assessed Sq Ft: 2006
  • Bathroom Amenities: Whirlpool
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Kitchen/Dining Combo
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Door Features: French Doors,Lever Style Door Handles,Panel Door(s)
  • Window Features: Window Treatments
  • Flooring: Carpet

Exterior Features

  • Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Fencing: Fenced, Chain Link, Wood
  • List Price: 299900
  • Lot Features: Mature Trees, Garden
  • Patio And Porch Features: Deck
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Waterfront: No

Garage/Parking

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

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Cooling: Central Air, Wall Unit(s)
  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Laundry Features: In Unit, Sink
  • Water Source: Public

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Community Features: Lake, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: None

Schools

  • Elementary School: Lotus
  • High School: Grant Community High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Stanton
  • Middle/Junior School District: 114

Lot Info

  • Lot Size Acres: 0.34
  • Lot Dimensions: 14810
  • Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 10
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 4767
  • Tax Year: 2023

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
Jul 31, 2014
Closed on
Nov 29, 2014
Sold by
Fannie Mae
Bought by
Persman Nicholas
Seller's Agent
Julian Taylor
O'Donnell Partners
Buyer's Agent
Dick Barr
Dick Barr Group, Inc.
List Price
$149,900
Sold Price
$122,500
Premium/Discount to List
-$27,400
-18.28%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
8.65%
Original Mortgage
$113,700
Outstanding Balance
$87,569
Interest Rate
3.99%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$210,652

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 14, 2014
Sold by
Snoo Ian S and Nationstar Mortgage Llc
Bought by
Federal National Mortgage Association

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 27, 2001
Sold by
Kuhlmann Kevin
Bought by
Snook Ian S

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$132,050
Interest Rate
7.15%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Dec 22, 1995
Sold by
Killgrove David and Killgrove Karen M
Bought by
Kuhlmann Kevin

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$101,227
Interest Rate
7.42%
Mortgage Type
FHA
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
Special Warranty Deed -- Premier Title
Sheriffs Deed -- Premier Title
Warranty Deed $139,000 --
Warranty Deed $109,000 --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $113,700 New Conventional
Previous Owner $156,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $134,000 Unknown
Previous Owner $132,050 No Value Available
Previous Owner $101,227 FHA
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/18/2025 07/18/25 Sold $295,000 -1.6% $147 / Sq Ft
06/23/2025 06/23/25 Pending -- -- --
06/17/2025 06/17/25 For Sale $299,900 +144.8% $150 / Sq Ft
12/22/2014 12/22/14 Sold $122,500 +2.2% $74 / Sq Ft
11/13/2014 11/13/14 Pending -- -- --
10/06/2014 10/06/14 Price Changed $119,900 -14.3% $73 / Sq Ft
09/02/2014 09/02/14 Price Changed $139,900 -6.7% $85 / Sq Ft
07/31/2014 07/31/14 For Sale $149,900 -- $91 / 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 $4,767 $71,678 $14,861 $56,817
2023 $4,649 $62,320 $14,000 $48,320
2022 $4,649 $57,102 $9,817 $47,285
2021 $4,480 $53,824 $9,253 $44,571
2020 $4,598 $54,272 $9,120 $45,152
2019 $4,726 $55,730 $8,746 $46,984
2018 $3,305 $40,734 $12,164 $28,570
2017 $3,208 $37,650 $11,243 $26,407
2016 $3,182 $34,434 $10,283 $24,151
2015 $2,989 $32,133 $9,596 $22,537
2014 $2,978 $36,290 $14,681 $21,609
2012 $3,061 $33,920 $15,298 $18,622
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12366328

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 05-10-310-025