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Property Description
Stop scrolling if you have been waiting for space, location, and upside at a price point that is getting harder to find in Crystal Lake. 565 Eletson Drive is a split-level home with a sub-basement offering approximately 2,036 square feet, an attached 2-car garage, multiple living areas, 2 full baths, and the kind of flexible layout that creates real opportunity for the next owner. This home needs TLC - no sugarcoating it - but the bones, space, and potential are here. The main level features hardwood floors, a generous living room, dining area, and kitchen ready for your vision. The lower level includes a spacious family room with a wood-burning stone fireplace, plus additional finished space that could serve as an office, guest space, playroom, hobby room, workout area, or future reimagined living space. The sub-basement adds even more room for storage, recreation, or future improvement. Outside, the property offers a wide yard, mature trees, and an attached 2-car garage. The enclosed porch/sunroom area adds another layer of possibility for buyers who see what this home could become with the right updates. Located in Crystal Lake with convenient access to McHenry Avenue, Route 14, shopping, dining, parks, lake-area recreation, Metra access, and downtown Crystal Lake amenities, this home sits in a location buyers continue to seek out for convenience and lifestyle. Whether you are a buyer looking to create sweat equity, an investor searching for a value-add property, or someone who understands that the best opportunities do not always come wrapped in a bow, 565 Eletson Drive deserves a serious look. Bring your contractor, bring your imagination, and bring your numbers. Sold as-is. Buyer to verify room count, condition, repairs, permits, financing eligibility, and future improvement potential.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 565 Eletson Dr
General
- Price: $350,000
- Taxes: $9,248 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12652022
- Updated: 5/22/2026
- Added to Site: 4 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Partially
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Wood-Burning
- Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Crystal Lake / Lakewood / Prairie Grove
- County: McHenry
- Township: Algonquin
- Driving Directions: McHenry Ave. to Lee DR, east to Eletson DR. North to the house
School Information
- School District: 47
- Elem School District: 47
- Midd School District: 47
- High School District: 47
- Elementary School: Coventry Elementary 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
- Architectural Info: Bi-Level, Other, Mid Level
- Architectural Style: Bi-Level, Other, Mid-Level
- Construction: Aluminum Siding, Brick
- Exterior Const.: Aluminum Siding, Brick
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Partial
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
- Square Feet: 2,036
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1973
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.2704
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 66 x 170
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1973
- Tax Amount: $9,248
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 1908105004
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Schools
Schools serving 565 Eletson Dr
School Districts:Crystal Lake Community Consolidated School District 47, Community High School District 155
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Coventry Elementary School 820 Darlington Lane, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 | K-5 | 0.6 mi |
Hannah Beardsley Middle School 515 East Crystal Lake Avenue, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 | 6-8 | 1.9 mi |
Crystal Lake Central High School 45 West Franklin Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 | 9-12 | 1 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 565 Eletson Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/22/2026
Listed
$350,000
103.49%
MLS
5/09/2016
Sold
$172,000
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Public Record
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 565 Eletson Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$9,248
3%
$109,238
12%
2023
$8,996
100%
$97,699
13%
2022
-100%
$86,607
7%
2021
$7,792
—
$80,685
4%
2021
$7,792
27%
$77,829
4%
2019
$6,124
13%
$74,492
13%
2018
$5,412
-8%
$66,125
6%
2017
$5,875
14%
$62,294
10%
2016
$5,151
3%
$56,674
7%
2015
$5,003
-10%
$53,155
-6%
2014
$5,549
—
$56,651
-4%
2013
$5,574
2%
$59,147
-6%
2012
$5,461
—
$63,049
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Estimate the Cost
Estimate the Cost for 565 Eletson Dr
565 Eletson Drive, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 (MLS# 12652022) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 565 Eletson Drive is currently listed for $350,000 and was received on May 22, 2026. Want to learn more about 565 Eletson Drive? 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.

