$450,000

71 Esther Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014

Active Under Contract
3 beds 2.5 baths 1,746 sqft (assessor) Built 1945 Residential MLS #MRD12624633 4 days on market
Listing courtesy of Weichert, Realtors - Homes by Presto · 630-763-3333 · glasshousepartners2@gmail.com · MLS #MRD12624633 · Status: Active Under Contract
Storybook Cape Cod charm meets modern comfort on a quiet dead end street in one of Crystal Lake's most desirable locations. This beautifully maintained 3 bedroom, 2.1 bath home features hardwood flooring throughout, a sought-after main level primary suite, an updated kitchen and baths, and a spacious living room with a cozy fireplace and custom built-in shelving. The bright, inviting sunroom showcases soaring ceilings and walls of windows overlooking the peaceful, fenced backyard, creating the perfect space to relax, entertain, or enjoy your morning coffee. The partially finished basement offers exceptional versatility with a spacious study/flex room that can easily serve as a guest room, home office, fitness room, or hobby space, along with a recreation area, half bath, workshop, and abundant storage. Outside, enjoy the expansive deck and an oversized 2.5 car detached garage with ample space for projects, hobbies, additional storage, or a workshop. A separate storage shed provides even more room for lawn equipment and outdoor essentials. Major updates include: second story roof replacement (2023), installed and fully paid solar panels (2024) which includes the opportunity to receive transferable Renewable Energy Credit (REC) benefits, new windows and gutters (2025). Ideally located just minutes from downtown Crystal Lake, Metra, top rated schools, shopping, dining, and parks, this home offers timeless character, thoughtful updates, energy efficiency, and exceptional value. This is the one you've been waiting for!

Property details

Interior

Flooring
Hardwood
Fireplaces
1
Basement
Partially Finished, Full
Laundry
In Unit
Additional rooms
Study, Sun Room, Recreation Room, Walk In Closet
Total rooms
8

Building & exterior

Style
Cape Cod
Age
81-90 Years
Exterior
Vinyl Siding
Doors
French Doors, Sliding Doors, Panel Door(s)
Other structures
Shed(s)

Parking

Garage spaces
2
Total spaces
2
Parking details
Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
72x235x72x235
Township
Algonquin
County
McHenry

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Equipment
Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump

HOA & community

Assessment includes
None

Schools

Elementary
Coventry Elementary School (47)
Junior high
Richard F Bernotas Middle School (47)
High school
Crystal Lake Central High School (155)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$9,205 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN)
1905277015
PIN
1905277015
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
None
Listed
7/30/2026

Rooms

RoomSizeLevelFlooring
Study14X11BasementCarpet
Sun Room15X13Main
Recreation Room18X15Basement
Walk In Closet8X5SecondHardwood
Bedroom 220X14SecondHardwood
Bedroom 314X13SecondHardwood
Bedroom 4N/A
Dining Room12X11MainHardwood
Family RoomN/A
Kitchen17X14MainHardwood
Laundry9X6Basement
Living Room24X12MainHardwood
Master Bedroom16X14MainHardwood

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HOA / assessments

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