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  • Single Family
  • 4 Beds
  • 1 Full Bath
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 1,880 Sq. Ft.
  • 1 Car Garage
  • Updated 3 hours ago
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Spacious Tri-level on large .43 acre lot in the heart of Crystal Lake. Great curb appeal with beautifully landscaped yard and paver walkway. Enjoy the large patio and 2 deck overlooking beautiful yard. Perfect for entertaining or just relaxing. As you enter the home, you will see the spacious living room. The kitchen features oak cabinets and breakfast bar overlooking dining area and large family room. Great first floor family room with beautiful wood burning stone fireplace & views of the yard! Hardwood floors in dining and family rooms. Upper level with full bath and 3 bedrooms. Master features double closets and 2nd bedroom has sliders opening to the large deck! Lower level has large 4th bedroom, 1/2 bath and the laundry/utility room with access to yard. Also, enjoy the over sized 1 car garage and 10 x 8 storage shed (freshly painted) for storage options. All bedrooms and family room have ceiling fans. Updates: windows '14, furnace '24, water heater '24, roof, gutters and down spouts '19 and freshly painted throughout. Neutral decor throughout! Great location close to all that Crystal Lake has to offer! Enjoy great restaurants, shops, parks, library and downtown. Minutes to Metra train station. Home is ready for fast closing so you can enjoy your new home.

Full Property Details for 278 Union St

General

  • Price: $360,000
  • Taxes: $5,799 (2025)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Single Family
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12780003

Interior

  • Basement: Partially
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Family Room

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Full Bathrooms: 1
  • Half Bathrooms: 1
  • Basement Baths: Yes

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 4

Additional Information

  • Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Train

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Total Spaces: 1
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Yes, Attached, Garage

Location

  • Area: Crystal Lake / Lakewood / Prairie Grove
  • County: McHenry
  • Township: Algonquin
  • Driving Directions: 1. Head northeast on McHenry Ave toward the downtown area (moving away from Route 14). 2. Drive for about 0.6 miles along McHenry Ave. 3. Turn right onto Union St. 4. 278 Union St will be on your right shortly after turning.

School Information

  • School District: 47
  • Elem School District: 47
  • Midd School District: 47
  • High School District: 155
  • Elementary School: Husmann Elementary School
  • Middle School: Richard F Bernotas Middle School
  • High School: Crystal Lake Central High School
  • Private School: Crystal Lake Central High School

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: None

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
  • Heating Type: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Construction: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding, Brick
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Partial
  • Square Feet: 1,880
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
  • Year Built: 1961
  • Built Before 1978: Yes

Lot Features

  • Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 46 x 27 x 276 x 70 x 263

Financial Considerations

  • Parking Included: Yes
  • Assessment Year: 1961
  • Tax Amount: $5,799.58
  • Tax Year: 2025
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property ID: 1905306014

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Schools serving 278 Union St

School Districts:Crystal Lake Community Consolidated School District 47, Community High School District 155
NameGradesDistance
Husmann Elementary School
131 West Paddock Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
K-50.5 mi
Richard F Bernotas Middle School
170 North Oak Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
6-81 mi
Crystal Lake Central High School
45 West Franklin Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
9-120.5 mi
Disclaimer: School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Tax History for 278 Union St

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$6,109
-25%
$98,573
12%
2023
$8,117
100%
$88,161
24%
2022
-100%
$71,040
7%
2021
$6,392
—
$66,182
4%
2021
$6,392
5%
$63,839
4%
2019
$6,100
6%
$61,102
15%
2017
$5,740
—
$53,174
-6%
2018
$5,749
2%
$56,445
13%
2016
$5,624
1%
$49,873
7%
2015
$5,552
3%
$46,776
5%
2014
$5,416
1%
$44,561
-4%
2013
$5,386
3%
$46,525
-6%
2012
$5,229
—
$49,595
—
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278 Union Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 (MLS# 12780003) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 1 full bathroom and 1 partial bathroom. 278 Union Street is currently listed for $360,000 and was received on October 08, 2026. Want to learn more about 278 Union Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Crystal Lake? You can browse all Crystal Lake real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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