$1,050,000

↓ Reduced from $1,249,000 on Aug 27

38 N Holly Avenue, Fox Lake, IL 60020

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3 beds (5 possible) 4.5 baths 4,719 sqft (assessor) Built 1988 Residential MLS #MRD12712635 38 days on market

Listing courtesy of Better Homes and Garden Real Estate Star Homes · 847-548-2625 · jim@starhometeam.com · MLS #MRD12712635 · Status: Active

EXTENSIVELY UPDATED & DESIGNED FOR FLEXIBLE LAKE LIVING, this 4,700+ sqft Chain O'Lakes property offers a rare opportunity to own a TRUE LAKE HOME with a private boat slip, shared 1/7 ownership of the waterfront HOA lot across the street, & an exceptional collection of amenities. Designed for flexible living, the home features 5 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, including a main level ensuite & a finished basement with 2 bedrooms, full bath, full kitchen, laundry hookup, & private entrance ideal for multigenerational living or extended guests. The expansive main level kitchen is centered around an oversized island with abundant cabinetry, while multiple living areas, a vaulted dining room, heated 3-season room, & lake views create spaces for everyday living & entertaining. The second-floor primary suite offers two cedar walk-in closets, a freestanding soaking tub, separate shower, double vanity, fireplace, & panoramic views of Mineola Bay. Since 2024, the current owners have completed extensive mechanical & capital improvements, including a new second-floor HVAC system, new garage doors, & numerous additional updates. The home is also available with a nearly new 2024 Crest DLX240 tritoon, electric boat lift, golf cart, Weber grill, Brunswick pool table & table tennis table, water toys, outdoor fire pit dining set, & additional personal property available separately, allowing buyers to customize the purchase to their needs.

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Property details

Interior

Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Water Softener Owned, Humidifier
Interior features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Dry Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Beamed Ceilings, Open Floorplan, Separate Dining Room, Paneling, Quartz Counters
Flooring: Hardwood
Fireplaces: 3
Fireplace details: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
Basement: Finished, Exterior Entry, Rec/Family Area, Sleeping Area, Walk-Up Access, Full
Laundry: Main Level, In Unit
Additional rooms: Bedroom 5, Den, Recreation Room, Kitchen, Enclosed Porch Heated
Total rooms: 13

Building & exterior

Style: Victorian
Age: 31-40 Years
Exterior: Cedar
Exterior features: Boat Slip, Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit
Roof: Asphalt
Windows: Screens, Shades, Window Treatments
Doors: Mirrored Closet Door(s), Atrium Door(s), Lever Style Door Handles, 6 Panel Door(s)
Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
Other structures: Boat Dock
Exposure: East

Parking

Garage spaces: 3
Total spaces: 3
Parking details: Asphalt, Circular Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions: 17916
Lot description: Cul-De-Sac, Water Rights, Mature Trees, Garden, Views
Township: Grant
County: Lake
Waterfront: Yes
Water body: FOX LAKE

Utilities

Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Cooling: Central Air
Water: Public
Sewer: Public Sewer
Equipment: Water-Softener Owned, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Water Heater-Gas

HOA & community

Assessment: $100 / monthly
Assessment includes: Insurance, Lake Rights
Community features: Park, Lake, Dock, Water Rights, Street Paved

Schools

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

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes: $21,896 (2025)
Parcel number (PIN): 05101020030000
PIN: 05101020030000
Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
Possession: Closing
Special conditions: None
Listed: 7/27/2026

Rooms

Room	Size	Level	Flooring
Bedroom 5	10X13	Basement
Den	13X16	Basement
Recreation Room	17X27	Basement
Kitchen- 2nd	15X18	Basement
Enclosed Porch Heated	13X12	Main
Bedroom 2	13X17	Second	Hardwood
Bedroom 3	12X17	Main	Hardwood
Bedroom 4	11X13	Basement
Dining Room	16X15	Main	Hardwood
Family Room	22X21	Main	Hardwood
Kitchen	14X21	Main	Hardwood
Laundry	6X10	Main
Living Room	15X15	Main	Hardwood
Master Bedroom	29X22	Second	Hardwood

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Address	Beds / Baths	Sold	Price
30 N Holly Avenue	4 bd / 2.5 ba	Sep 2025	$668,000
67 Woodhills Bay Road	2 bd / 1.5 ba	May 2026	$205,000
85 Woodhills Bay Road #85	2 bd / 1.5 ba	Oct 2025	$187,500
75 Mariner Lane	3 bd / 2.5 ba	Jan 2026	$214,750

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