$335,000

21549 W BIRCH Street, Lake Villa, IL 60046

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3 beds 2 baths 2,149 sqft (assessor) Built 1938 Residential MLS #MRD12742506 1 days on market
Listing courtesy of Keller Williams Success Realty · 815-529-0777 · klrw262@kw.com · MLS #MRD12742506 · Status: Active
Wake up to breathtaking views of Crooked Lake and enjoy the lifestyle you've been dreaming about in this beautifully maintained home set on a spacious, tree-lined lot in sought-after Lake Villa. Offering the perfect combination of comfort, character, and outdoor living, this property delivers stunning lake views without the waterfront price tag. Inside, you'll find a bright and welcoming floor plan featuring three bedrooms, including a private primary suite with its own updated bath. The home has been freshly painted throughout and showcases charming wood trim, built-in shelving in the main-floor bedrooms, and thoughtful updates that blend warmth and functionality. The bright kitchen offers plenty of natural light and is complemented by two beautifully updated bathrooms, creating a move-in-ready home that's both comfortable and inviting. Step outside and discover what truly makes this property special. A brand-new main deck, second deck, expansive concrete patio with fire pit, large fenced yard, and mature trees create an incredible setting for relaxing, hosting friends, or simply taking in the picturesque lake views. Whether you're enjoying your morning coffee overlooking the water, entertaining on the deck, or gathering around the fire pit on summer evenings, you'll appreciate the space, privacy, and beauty this oversized lot provides. Additional highlights include a finished basement, two driveways that are perfect for a boat or snowmobile and for ample parking, newer furnace and air conditioning, and newer windows in the primary bedroom and living room. Pre-cut wooden blinds in the living room are staying. With lake rights and the boat launch just one block away, you'll have easy access to boating, fishing, kayaking, and all that Crooked Lake has to offer. What truly sets this home apart is the view. Surrounded by mature trees and situated on a generously sized lot, it offers a rare opportunity to enjoy peaceful lake vistas, abundant outdoor space, and a sense of retreat while remaining close to everything Lake Villa has to offer. Properties combining character, updates, space, and views like this don't come along often.

Property details

Interior

Appliances
Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Interior features
1st Floor Bedroom
Basement
Partially Finished, Partial
Additional rooms
Recreation Room
Total rooms
7

Building & exterior

Style
Cape Cod
Age
81-90 Years
Exterior
Frame
Exterior features
Fire Pit
Roof
Asphalt
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Windows
Screens
Patio & porch
Deck, Patio

Parking

Garage spaces
1
Total spaces
1
Parking details
Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage

Lot & location

Lot dimensions
88 X 45 X 143 X 21 X 128
Lot description
Corner Lot
Township
Lake Villa
County
Lake

Utilities

Heating
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Water
Well
Sewer
Septic Tank
Equipment
CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump

HOA & community

Assessment
$125 / annually
Assessment includes
Lake Rights, Other
Community features
Lake, Water Rights

Schools

Elementary
Oakland Elementary School (34)
Junior high
Antioch Upper Grade School (34)
High school
Lakes Community High School (117)

Taxes & terms

Annual taxes
$4,328 (2025)
Parcel number (PIN)
02341070130000
PIN
02341070130000
Ownership
Fee Simple
Possession
Closing
Special conditions
None
Listed
8/25/2026

Rooms

RoomSizeLevelFlooring
Recreation Room26X12LowerHardwood
Bedroom 211X10MainHardwood
Bedroom 310X9MainHardwood
Bedroom 4N/A
Dining Room11X11MainOther
Family RoomN/A
Kitchen11X11MainOther
LaundryN/A
Living Room16X12MainHardwood
Master Bedroom24X14SecondHardwood

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