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$382,500 SOLD Oct 2025
Listed at $385,000

140 Forest Avenue, Fox Lake, IL 60020

Closed
3 beds 2.5 baths 1,700 sqft (assessor) Built 2008 Residential MLS #MRD12424950 30 days on market
Listing courtesy of Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago · 847-362-6200 · MLS #MRD12424950 · Status: Closed
Nestled on three wooded lots totaling just under an acre, this beautifully maintained, custom-built Craftsman-style home offers the perfect blend of privacy, charm, and convenience. Located within walking distance of Fox Lake, the newly renovated Lakefront Park and beach, and the Metra train station, this property is ideal for nature lovers, water sports enthusiasts, and commuters alike. Step onto the welcoming front porch and into the foyer, where you'll find bamboo flooring that flows seamlessly into the kitchen and dining room. The kitchen is outfitted with 42" maple cabinetry, a center island with a breakfast bar, pendant lighting, and direct access to the dining area. A sliding glass door leads from the dining room to a large deck featuring a gas line hookup for your grill and overlooking the serene, wooded backyard-perfect for entertaining, outdoor dining, and relaxing. The living room boasts a cozy fireplace, recessed lighting, carpeted flooring, and an open-concept layout that connects effortlessly to the kitchen. A powder room with a pedestal sink completes the first floor. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The primary suite features a vaulted ceiling, ceiling fan, walk-in closet, and an en-suite bath with marble tile flooring, maple cabinetry, a whirlpool tub, and a separate shower. The two additional bedrooms are carpeted, offer wooded views, and have bi-fold closets; one is currently used as a home office. A second full bathroom with ceramic tile flooring, a maple vanity, and a one-piece tub/shower, along with a conveniently located laundry area, complete the upper level. The full walk-out basement is ready for your finishing touches-ideal for a fourth bedroom, home theater, or recreation room. Exterior features include fiber cement siding, an asphalt shingle roof, and vinyl windows. The 2.5-car garage offers 10-foot ceilings, a workbench, and built-in shelving. There are three lots, each with its own property index number: one buildable lot to the southwest, the primary homesite, and one landlocked, non-buildable lot to the south. Don't miss this unique opportunity to own a private wooded retreat near Fox Lake, with excellent access to both recreation and transportation.

Property details

Interior

Appliances
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Interior features
Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings
Flooring
Hardwood
Fireplaces
1
Fireplace details
Gas Log
Basement
Unfinished, Full, Walk-Out Access
Laundry
Upper Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Laundry Closet
Additional rooms
Foyer
Total rooms
6

Building & exterior

Style
Other
Age
16-20 Years
Exterior
Fiber Cement
Roof
Asphalt
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Windows
Insulated Windows
Patio & porch
Deck, Porch
Other structures
None

Parking

Garage spaces
2
Total spaces
2
Parking details
Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
158.14X262.64X134.50X345.82
Lot description
Wooded
Township
Grant
County
Lake

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electricity
Circuit Breakers
Equipment
TV-Cable, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump

HOA & community

Assessment includes
None

Schools

Elementary
Lotus (114)
Junior high
Lotus (114)
High school
Grant Community High School (124)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$8,543 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN)
05033060210000
PIN
05033060210000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
None
Listed
7/25/2025
Sold
10/6/2025
Sold price
$382,500
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