A Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity on Pistakee Lake! Stop dreaming and start living the waterfront lifestyle you deserve! This stunning home on beautiful Pistakee Lake, part of the Chain O' Lakes offers panoramic lake views, pristine waterfront living, and everything you could want in a lakeside retreat, this is the home you've been waiting for! Relax on your expansive deck or unwind in the beautifully landscaped yard, all while soaking in breathtaking water views. The home has been meticulously maintained with updates throughout, including a gourmet kitchen featuring custom hickory cabinets, new appliances, and a large island perfect for entertaining. Boasting 3 spacious bedrooms, a first-floor den, and a master suite with private balcony access, double closets. There's plenty of space for everyone. The open-concept family room with hardwood floors, a cozy fireplace, and a slider to the deck makes it easy to enjoy the outdoors year-round. Other highlights include a custom brick paver patio with a firepit, a new pier system, and a sand-bottom waterfront perfect for swimming or docking your boat. With a full walk-out basement, workout room, upgraded electrical, newer roof, 2 new furnaces, and so much more, this home is truly a turnkey dream. Don't miss out on this rare chance to own a piece of paradise at a price you can't ignore. Bring your boat, your family, and your dreams-Pistakee Lake is waiting for you! Waterfront living at its best!
Active
$725,000
520 Bald Knob Rd, Johnsburg, IL 60051
3beds
2,030sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1940
0.25 Acres Lot
$580,400 Zestimate®
$357/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
- 343 days |
- 1,113 |
- 36 |
Zillow last checked: 8 hours ago
Listing updated: March 13, 2025 at 10:06pm
Listing courtesy of:
Heidi Peterson, ABR 815-385-6770,
RE/MAX Plaza
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12278638
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Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 3
- Full bathrooms: 2
- 1/2 bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: Exercise Room, Foyer, Den
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 255 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X15
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Den
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X10
Exercise room
- Level: Basement
- Area: 170 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X10
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 35 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X5
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island, Updated Kitchen), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 280 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X14
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 324 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X18
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
Features
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Basement: Partially Finished,Full,Walk-Out Access
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 2,757
- Total interior livable area: 2,030 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 306
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Fire Pit
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Back of Property, Front of Property, Side(s) of Property
- Water view: Water,Back of Property,Front of Property,Side(s) of Property
- Waterfront features: Lake Front
Lot
- Size: 0.25 Acres
- Dimensions: 68X274X66X258
- Features: Water Rights
Details
- Parcel number: 1017201002
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1940
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Water Rights, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Johnsburg
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $357/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $526,578
- Annual tax amount: $11,098
- Date on market: 1/28/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Has irrigation water rights: Yes
Estimated market value
$580,400
$511,000 - $662,000
$2,568/mo
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/8/2025 | Listed for sale | $725,000$357/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12278638 Report a problem | ||
| 2/24/2025 | Contingent | $725,000$357/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12278638 Report a problem | ||
| 1/28/2025 | Price change | $725,000-9.3%$357/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12278638 Report a problem | ||
| 2/10/2024 | Listed for sale | $799,000-3.2%$394/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11977689 Report a problem | ||
| 12/1/2023 | Listing removed | -- |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11633053 Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $11,393 +2.7% | $175,526 +11.6% |
| 2023 | $11,098 +7% | $157,253 +12.9% |
| 2022 | $10,370 +5% | $139,267 +7.4% |
Find assessor info on the county website
BuyAbility℠ payment
Est. payment
$5,105/mo
Principal & interest
$3492
Property taxes
$1359
Home insurance
$254
Climate risks
Neighborhood: 60051
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10James C Bush Elementary SchoolGrades: 3-5Distance: 1.7 mi
- 4/10Johnsburg Jr High SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.6 mi
- 5/10Johnsburg High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.8 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Ringwood School Primary Ctr
- Middle: Johnsburg Junior High School
- High: Johnsburg High School
- District: 12
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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