Welcome Home to your beautifully renovated Cape Cod nestled in the heart of vibrant Fox Lake! Just steps from the water and close to everything that makes this charming lakefront town such a hidden gem. Finishing touches are still being made to this thoughtfully updated 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home. Everything been refreshed from top to bottom, boasting a brand-new high-efficiency HVAC system and a new water heater to keep you comfortable and energy-efficient all year long. Inside, you'll find a bright and airy open-concept layout with low-maintenance wood laminate flooring flowing through the spacious living and dining areas, creating the perfect setting for everyday living or effortless entertaining. You'll love the updated fixtures, tons of storage closets and storage space, extra windows, and new plush carpeting is coming soon! The kitchen is a true standout, featuring stylish white cabinetry, elegant quartz countertops, and a brand-new suite of stainless steel appliances (refrigerator is coming soon!) that will impress the chef of the family. A tastefully remodeled full bathroom on the main floor adds daily convenience, while a second full bath upstairs offers a sleek walk-in shower with modern finishes. The newly finished walk-out basement adds even more living space, and is ideal for a cozy family room, media lounge, or weekend gatherings. Step outside to a private rear deck that overlooks a mostly fenced backyard, complete with a spacious storage shed for all your tools, toys, and seasonal gear. Living in Fox Lake means embracing a lifestyle that blends lakeside serenity with modern-day convenience- You can walk to the Metra for an easy commute, enjoy coffee or cocktails by the water, explore local shops and eateries, or take advantage of nearby boat launches, marinas, scenic parks, and endless nature trails. Whether you're relaxing at home or heading out for a day of adventure, this move-in-ready charmer offers the perfect balance of comfort, style, and location! Get ready to fall in love and soak up every bit of sunshine on the lake this summer!
Contingent
$275,000
20 S Lake Ave, Fox Lake, IL 60020
3beds
1,571sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
7,248.38 Square Feet Lot
$271,200 Zestimate®
$175/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Newly finished walk-out basementStylish white cabinetryMostly fenced backyardElegant quartz countertopsExtra windowsSteps from the waterPrivate rear deck
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Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: May 21, 2025 at 07:24am
Listing courtesy of:
Stewart Ramirez 773-988-1710,
E- Signature Realty,
Michael Crawford 224-428-4270,
E- Signature Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12354418

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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Recreation Room
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 110 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X11
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X14
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X16
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (SolidSurfaceCounter, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 63 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X9
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X16
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 192 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X16
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Gas Water Heater
- Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit
Features
- 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath
- Flooring: Laminate
- Basement: Partially Finished,Exterior Entry,Full
Interior area
- Total structure area: 1,571
- Total interior livable area: 1,571 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 200
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 4
- Parking features: Asphalt, Side Apron, Driveway, On Site, Owned
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1.5
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Waterfront features: Lake Privileges
Lot
- Size: 7,248.38 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 50X145
- Features: Landscaped, Water Rights
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s)
- Parcel number: 05104030210000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Water-Softener Owned, TV-Cable, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cape Cod
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
- Major remodel year: 2025
Details
- Builder model: CAPE COD
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Lake, Dock, Water Rights, Street Paved
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Brophy Farm
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Fox Lake
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $175/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $129,988
- Annual tax amount: $3,328
- Date on market: 5/2/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Has irrigation water rights: Yes
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