Fox Lake, IL 60020 140 Forest Avenue
$385,000



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Presented By: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Home Details
Nestled on three wooded lots totaling just under an acre, this beautifully maintained, custom-built Craftsman-style home offers the perfect blend of privacy, charm, and convenience. Located within walking distance of Fox Lake, the newly renovated Lakefront Park and beach, and the Metra train station, this property is ideal for nature lovers, water sports enthusiasts, and commuters alike. Step onto the welcoming front porch and into the foyer, where you'll find bamboo flooring that flows seamlessly into the kitchen and dining room. The kitchen is outfitted with 42" maple cabinetry, a center island with a breakfast bar, pendant lighting, and direct access to the dining area. A sliding glass door leads from the dining room to a large deck featuring a gas line hookup for your grill and overlooking the serene, wooded backyard-perfect for entertaining, outdoor dining, and relaxing. The living room boasts a cozy fireplace, recessed lighting, carpeted flooring, and an open-concept layout that connects effortlessly to the kitchen. A powder room with a pedestal sink completes the first floor. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The primary suite features a vaulted ceiling, ceiling fan, walk-in closet, and an en-suite bath with marble tile flooring, maple cabinetry, a whirlpool tub, and a separate shower. The two additional bedrooms are carpeted, offer wooded views, and have bi-fold closets; one is currently used as a home office. A second full bathroom with ceramic tile flooring, a maple vanity, and a one-piece tub/shower, along with a conveniently located laundry area, complete the upper level. The full walk-out basement is ready for your finishing touches-ideal for a fourth bedroom, home theater, or recreation room. Exterior features include fiber cement siding, an asphalt shingle roof, and vinyl windows. The 2.5-car garage offers 10-foot ceilings, a workbench, and built-in shelving. There are three lots, each with its own property index number: one buildable lot to the southwest, the primary homesite, and one landlocked, non-buildable lot to the south. Don't miss this unique opportunity to own a private wooded retreat near Fox Lake, with excellent access to both recreation and transportation.
Presented By: Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Interior Features for 140 Forest Avenue
Bedrooms
Bedrooms Possible3
Total Bedrooms3
Bathrooms
BathroomWhirlpool, Separate Shower
Half Baths1
Total Baths3
Other Interior Features
LivingAreaSourceAssessor
BasementUnfinished, Full, Walk-Out Access
Fireplace FeaturesGas Log
FlooringHardwood
Interior AmenitiesVaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings
Laundry FeaturesUpper Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Laundry Closet
Total Fireplaces1
Window FeaturesInsulated Windows
Other Rooms
Room TypeFoyer
General for 140 Forest Avenue
Additional Parcels Description05033060220000, 05033060270000
Additional Parcels Y/NYes
AppliancesRange, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Architectural StyleOther
Assoc Fee Paid PerNot Applicable
Association Fee IncludesNone
CityFox Lake
Construction MaterialsFiber Cement
ContingencyHouse to Close (48 Hr Kick-out)
CoolingCentral Air
CountyLake
DirectionsOn Rollins Rd at 132 continue straight onto Forest Ave. Slight right to address
ElectricCircuit Breakers
Elementary SchoolLotus
Elementary School District114
Full Baths2
Garage Spaces2
HOA Fee$
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
High SchoolGrant Community High School
High School District124
MLS AreaFox Lake
Middle/Junior High SchoolLotus
Middle/Junior School District114
ModificationTimestamp2025-08-24T18:34:01.882Z
New ConstructionNo
Other StructuresNone
OwnershipFee Simple
PossessionClosing
Property TypeResidential
Property TypeDetached Single
RoofAsphalt
SewerPublic Sewer
Standard StatusActive
StatusActive
Tax Annual Amount8543.42
Tax Year2024
Total Rooms6
TownshipGrant
Virtual TourClick here
Year Built2008
Exterior for 140 Forest Avenue
Foundation DetailsConcrete Perimeter
Lot Dimensions158.14X262.64X134.50X345.82
Lot FeaturesWooded
Lot Size Acres0.94
ModelCUSTOM
Other EquipmentTV-Cable, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Parking FeaturesAsphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Total Parking2
Water SourcePublic
Waterfront Y/NNo
Additional Details
Price History
Schools
High School
Grant Community High School
Elementary School
Lotus Elementary School
Middle School
Lotus Middle School
