483 E Crystal Lake Ave Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Estimated payment $2,955/month
Highlights
- Guest House
- 1 Acre Lot
- Traditional Architecture
- Crystal Lake Central High School Rated A
- Deck
- Wood Flooring
About This Home
Charming 4-Bedroom Home with Garage Studio, Just Steps from Downtown Crystal Lake! Loaded with character and timeless charm, this stunning 2-story home offers the perfect blend of classic style and modern updates. Featuring 4 spacious bedrooms, 2 full baths, and 2 half baths, this home is designed for both everyday comfort and easy entertaining. The heart of the home is the kitchen, where exposed brick, quartz countertops, and thoughtful finishes create a warm, inviting space full of personality. Step outside and enjoy your private 1-acre lot, complete with a fire pit, mature trees, and sidewalks leading you to downtown Crystal Lake. A standout feature is the detached garage with a finished bonus room and half bath-ideal for a home office, gym, guest space, or creative studio. Located within walking distance to Hannah Beardsley Middle School, the Metra Station, and all the shopping, dining, and charm of downtown Crystal Lake, this home offers the best of suburban living with city convenience. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own a home that truly has it all-character, location, space, and flexibility!
Home Details
Home Type
- Single Family
Est. Annual Taxes
- $9,571
Year Built
- Built in 1937
Lot Details
- 1 Acre Lot
- Fenced
Parking
- 2 Car Detached Garage
- Garage Door Opener
- Driveway
- Parking Included in Price
Home Design
- Traditional Architecture
- Brick Exterior Construction
- Asphalt Roof
- Vinyl Siding
- Concrete Perimeter Foundation
Interior Spaces
- 2,644 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
- Family Room
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Carbon Monoxide Detectors
Kitchen
- Range
- Microwave
- High End Refrigerator
- Dishwasher
- Stainless Steel Appliances
Flooring
- Wood
- Laminate
- Ceramic Tile
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
- Soaking Tub
- Separate Shower
Laundry
- Laundry Room
- Laundry on main level
- Dryer
- Washer
Unfinished Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Sump Pump
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Porch
Additional Homes
- Guest House
Schools
- Husmann Elementary School
- Hannah Beardsley Middle School
- Crystal Lake Central High School
Utilities
- Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- 200+ Amp Service
- Well
- Water Softener is Owned
- Septic Tank
Community Details
- Crystal Heights Subdivision
Listing and Financial Details
- Homeowner Tax Exemptions
Map
Home Values in the Area
Average Home Value in this Area
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 | $9,571 | $132,857 | $23,927 | $108,930 |
| 2023 | $9,234 | $118,824 | $21,400 | $97,424 |
| 2022 | $8,429 | $104,859 | $21,044 | $83,815 |
| 2021 | $7,946 | $97,689 | $19,605 | $78,084 |
| 2020 | $7,779 | $94,231 | $18,911 | $75,320 |
| 2019 | $7,547 | $90,190 | $18,100 | $72,090 |
| 2018 | $7,055 | $83,317 | $16,721 | $66,596 |
| 2017 | $7,029 | $78,490 | $15,752 | $62,738 |
| 2016 | $7,487 | $73,617 | $14,774 | $58,843 |
| 2013 | -- | $60,841 | $13,783 | $47,058 |
Property History
| Date | Event | Price | List to Sale | Price per Sq Ft | Prior Sale |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10/28/2025 10/28/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/22/2025 10/22/25 | Price Changed | $415,000 | -2.4% | $157 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/09/2025 10/09/25 | Price Changed | $425,000 | -2.3% | $161 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/01/2025 10/01/25 | Price Changed | $435,000 | -1.1% | $165 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/22/2025 08/22/25 | Price Changed | $440,000 | -1.1% | $166 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/12/2025 08/12/25 | Price Changed | $445,000 | -1.1% | $168 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/06/2025 08/06/25 | For Sale | $450,000 | 0.0% | $170 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/05/2025 08/05/25 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/29/2025 07/29/25 | For Sale | $450,000 | +11.1% | $170 / Sq Ft | |
| 12/08/2022 12/08/22 | Sold | $405,000 | +1.3% | $138 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 10/31/2022 10/31/22 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 10/25/2022 10/25/22 | Price Changed | $399,900 | -4.8% | $136 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/03/2022 10/03/22 | For Sale | $420,000 | +37.7% | $143 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/07/2019 06/07/19 | Sold | $305,000 | -3.1% | $104 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 04/11/2019 04/11/19 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/24/2019 03/24/19 | For Sale | $314,900 | +31.8% | $107 / Sq Ft | |
| 10/07/2016 10/07/16 | Sold | $239,000 | -7.7% | $89 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 09/08/2016 09/08/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 08/23/2016 08/23/16 | Price Changed | $259,000 | -2.2% | $96 / Sq Ft | |
| 08/08/2016 08/08/16 | For Sale | $264,900 | 0.0% | $98 / Sq Ft | |
| 07/19/2016 07/19/16 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 07/01/2016 07/01/16 | Price Changed | $264,900 | -1.5% | $98 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/12/2016 06/12/16 | Price Changed | $269,000 | -2.2% | $100 / Sq Ft | |
| 06/02/2016 06/02/16 | Price Changed | $275,000 | -3.2% | $102 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/18/2016 05/18/16 | Price Changed | $284,000 | -4.8% | $105 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/07/2016 05/07/16 | Price Changed | $298,300 | -4.4% | $110 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/19/2016 04/19/16 | Price Changed | $312,000 | -4.0% | $116 / Sq Ft | |
| 04/16/2016 04/16/16 | For Sale | $324,900 | +268.9% | $120 / Sq Ft | |
| 05/14/2015 05/14/15 | Sold | $88,079 | -6.8% | $35 / Sq Ft | View Prior Sale |
| 03/20/2015 03/20/15 | Price Changed | $94,500 | +7.3% | $38 / Sq Ft | |
| 03/19/2015 03/19/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 03/18/2015 03/18/15 | Off Market | $88,079 | -- | -- | |
| 01/18/2015 01/18/15 | Price Changed | $124,500 | +41.4% | $50 / Sq Ft | |
| 01/16/2015 01/16/15 | Pending | -- | -- | -- | |
| 11/04/2014 11/04/14 | Off Market | $88,079 | -- | -- | |
| 11/04/2014 11/04/14 | For Sale | $124,500 | -- | $50 / Sq Ft |
Purchase History
| Date | Type | Sale Price | Title Company |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warranty Deed | $405,000 | First American Title | |
| Warranty Deed | $305,000 | Attorney | |
| Warranty Deed | $239,000 | Fidelity National Title | |
| Special Warranty Deed | $84,000 | Premium Title Serv | |
| Sheriffs Deed | -- | Premier Title | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | None Available | |
| Warranty Deed | $310,000 | Fatic | |
| Warranty Deed | $181,000 | Heritage Title Company | |
| Warranty Deed | $157,000 | -- | |
| Interfamily Deed Transfer | -- | First American Title Ins Co | |
| Executors Deed | $172,000 | First American Title | |
| Quit Claim Deed | -- | -- |
Mortgage History
| Date | Status | Loan Amount | Loan Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Open | $397,664 | FHA | |
| Previous Owner | $189,000 | New Conventional | |
| Previous Owner | $181,264 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $62,000 | Stand Alone Second | |
| Previous Owner | $248,000 | Balloon | |
| Previous Owner | $162,900 | Purchase Money Mortgage | |
| Previous Owner | $124,000 | No Value Available | |
| Previous Owner | $163,400 | No Value Available | |
| Closed | $30,000 | No Value Available |
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
MLS Number: 12432784
APN: 19-04-202-008
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