$669,000

86 Dole Avenue, Crystal Lake, IL 60014

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3 beds 2.5 baths 1,726 sqft (assessor) Built 1936 Residential MLS #MRD12725121 8 days on market
Listing courtesy of Century 21 Integra · 815-344-1033 · frontdesk.mchenry@gmail.com · MLS #MRD12725121 · Status: Active
Own your very own "story book" historical home in Crystal Lake! The Arwin Bauer house is a historically plaqued home in the heart of Crystal Lake along the famous parade route on Dole Avenue! This enchanting home is solid brick and has been lovingly maintained over the years. Plaster curved ceilings, arched doorways with solid wood doors, built-ins throughout, and hardwood flooring keep the charm of the era in which this house was built. This home features custom window treatments throughout; a chef's kitchen with top of the line stainless steel appliances, stylish backsplash, an abundant amount of cabinets and a breakfast bar; a separate dining room for entertaining; a spacious living room with cozy fireplace; as well as an additional room off of the living room which is a cozy space to read or enjoy your morning coffee. Step out into the sunroom for added space to relax or entertain. Upstairs you'll find 2 spacious bedrooms; the primary suite has a private bathroom plus a separate sitting room. The 3rd bedroom is on the 3rd floor featuring a knotty-wood theme which could make a great guest room or home office. The partially finished basement is perfect for entertaining and is large enough to section off for a 4th bedroom. You'll also find a storage room with shelving and a new boiler system as well as newer water heaters. The laundry room has a newer stackable washer/dryer. The detached garage has a large loft area for storage. Entertain in the private yard with a large patio. Close to the main beach, shopping, restaurants and Metra this home is the perfect Crystal Lake location. Hurry to make this "story book" home your next chapter before someone else does!

Property details

Interior

Appliances
Range, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
Interior features
Built-in Features, Historic/Period Mlwk
Flooring
Hardwood
Fireplaces
1
Fireplace details
Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen
Basement
Partially Finished, Full
Additional rooms
Office, Sitting Room, Recreation Room, Sun Room
Total rooms
9

Building & exterior

Age
81-90 Years
Exterior
Brick, Stone
Exterior features
Roof Deck
Roof
Asphalt
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Windows
Screens
Patio & porch
Patio, Deck

Parking

Garage spaces
2
Total spaces
2
Parking details
Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Detached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
66X125X72X132
Lot description
Corner Lot
Township
Algonquin
County
McHenry

Utilities

Heating
Steam, Radiant
Cooling
Central Air, Window Unit(s)
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer
Equipment
CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Water Heater-Gas

HOA & community

Assessment includes
None
Community features
Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Schools

Elementary
(47)
Junior high
(47)
High school
(155)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$12,747 (2025)
Parcel number (PIN)
1905102016
PIN
1905102016
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
None
Listed
8/6/2026

Rooms

RoomSizeLevelFlooring
Office13X8MainHardwood
Sitting Room13X10SecondHardwood
Recreation Room31X22BasementOther
Sun Room15X10MainPorcelain Tile
Bedroom 222X12SecondHardwood
Bedroom 332X10ThirdHardwood
Bedroom 4N/A
Dining Room13X12MainHardwood
Family RoomN/A
Kitchen19X12MainHardwood
Laundry14X11BasementOther
Living Room24X13MainHardwood
Master Bedroom13X11SecondHardwood

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