$599,000

1896 Applewood Drive, Wauconda, IL 60084

Active Under Contract
4 beds 3.5 baths 3,252 sqft (assessor) Built 2003 Residential MLS #MRD12724435 14 days on market
Listing courtesy of eXp Realty · 888-574-9405 · il.broker@exprealty.net · MLS #MRD12724435 · Status: Active Under Contract
THERE IS SO MUCH TO LOVE about this spacious 4-bedroom, 3.1-bath home with a finished basement, in-ground pool, 3-car fully insulated garage, and large fenced backyard in the highly desirable Orchard Hills community! Step inside to a welcoming foyer that opens to the formal living and dining rooms before flowing into the dramatic two-story family room with a beautiful fireplace. 9-foot ceilings, oversized windows, and abundant natural light create an open, airy feel throughout. The kitchen features oak cabinetry, a large center island, huge pantry, newer appliances (approximately 8 years), and a generous eating area with sliding doors leading to the backyard oasis featuring a fence and custom in-ground pool with a new pool heater, also included:beta & dolphin automatic pool cleaners, patio, and plenty of space for entertaining. Natural gas line for grill off patio. The flexible floor plan includes a main-level office or optional 5th bedroom adjacent to a full bath-ideal for guests, in-laws, or working from home. The laundry room with utility sink offers direct access to the 3-car garage. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite boasts a large walk-in closet and private bath with double vanity, soaking tub, and separate shower, while three additional generously sized bedrooms offer excellent closet space. The finished basement provides a huge recreation room, half bath (can be easily converted to full bath, drain is inside wall, and ample storage. Additional updates include dual HVAC systems, NEW roof and gutters (2020), newer water heater (3 years), and newer main-level carpeting. Gazebos, outdoor furniture, deck boxes, and bedroom TVs will stay with the home. Enjoy an unbeatable location just minutes from parks, playgrounds, 30+ miles of the Millennium Trail, Lakewood Forest Preserve, Dog Park, Bangs Lake, and charming downtown Wauconda with its restaurants, shopping, festivals, and lakefront activities. This move-in-ready home offers the perfect combination of space, comfort, updates, and an exceptional lifestyle!

Property details

Interior

Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood, Humidifier
Interior features
Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
Fireplaces
1
Fireplace details
Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Starter
Basement
Partially Finished, 9 ft + pour, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Full
Laundry
Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Sink
Additional rooms
Eating Area, Office, Recreation Room, Foyer, Storage
Total rooms
11

Building & exterior

Age
21-25 Years
Exterior
Vinyl Siding, Stone
Roof
Asphalt
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Windows
Screens
Patio & porch
Patio
Other structures
Gazebo

Parking

Garage spaces
3
Total spaces
3
Parking details
Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
10328
Township
Wauconda
County
Lake

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned
Cooling
Central Air, Zoned
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Electricity
Circuit Breakers
Equipment
CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump

HOA & community

Assessment
$40 / monthly
Assessment includes
Other
Community features
Park, Lake, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Schools

Elementary
Robert Crown Elementary School (118)
Junior high
Matthews Middle School (118)
High school
Wauconda Comm High School (118)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$14,555 (2024)
Parcel number (PIN)
09134070070000
PIN
09134070070000
Ownership
Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
None
Listed
8/5/2026

Rooms

RoomSizeLevelFlooring
Eating Area14X09MainVinyl
Office12X12MainCarpet
Recreation Room36X24BasementCarpet
Foyer10X7MainCeramic Tile
Storage17X15BasementOther
Bedroom 216X11SecondCarpet
Bedroom 316X12SecondCarpet
Bedroom 412X12SecondCarpet
Dining Room14X11MainCarpet
Family Room18X17MainCarpet
Kitchen14X13MainVinyl
Laundry9X8MainVinyl
Living Room16X13MainCarpet
Master Bedroom20X15SecondCarpet

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