71 Esther Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 - Photo 1

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$460,000

Sold
Closed
Single Family
3 Beds
2 Full Baths
1 Partial Bath
1,746 Sq. Ft.
2 Car Garage

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Property Description

Storybook Cape Cod charm meets modern comfort on a quiet dead end street in one of Crystal Lake's most desirable locations. This beautifully maintained 3 bedroom, 2.1 bath home features hardwood flooring throughout, a sought-after main level primary suite, an updated kitchen and baths, and a spacious living room with a cozy fireplace and custom built-in shelving. The bright, inviting sunroom showcases soaring ceilings and walls of windows overlooking the peaceful, fenced backyard, creating the perfect space to relax, entertain, or enjoy your morning coffee. The partially finished basement offers exceptional versatility with a spacious study/flex room that can easily serve as a guest room, home office, fitness room, or hobby space, along with a recreation area, half bath, workshop, and abundant storage. Outside, enjoy the expansive deck and an oversized 2.5 car detached garage with ample space for projects, hobbies, additional storage, or a workshop. A separate storage shed provides even more room for lawn equipment and outdoor essentials. Major updates include: second story roof replacement (2023), installed and fully paid solar panels (2024) which includes the opportunity to receive transferable Renewable Energy Credit (REC) benefits, new windows and gutters (2025). Ideally located just minutes from downtown Crystal Lake, Metra, top rated schools, shopping, dining, and parks, this home offers timeless character, thoughtful updates, energy efficiency, and exceptional value. This is the one you've been waiting for!

Full Property Details

Full Property Details for 71 Esther St

General

Sold For: $460,000
Taxes: $9,205 (2024)
Status: Closed
Type: Single Family
Source: MRED
MLS ID: 12624633

Interior

Fireplace: Yes
Fireplace(s): Living Room
Flooring: Hardwood

Rooms

Bathrooms

Total Bathrooms: 3
Full Bathrooms: 2
Half Bathrooms: 1
Basement Baths: Yes

Bedrooms

Total Bedrooms: 3

Additional Information

Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Other Features: School Bus Service

Parking

Garage: Yes
Garage Spaces: 2
Total Spaces: 2
Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage

Location

Area: Crystal Lake / Lakewood / Prairie Grove
County: McHenry
Driving Directions: From Crystal Lake Ave, S. on Williams St, E on Esther St to Home

School Information

School District: 47
Midd School District: 47
Elementary School: Coventry 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

Water: Public

Structural Information

Architectural Style: Cape Cod
Construction: Vinyl Siding
Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Full
Doors: French Doors, Sliding Doors, Panel Door(s)
Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
Square Feet: 1,746
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Year Built: 1945
Built Before 1978: Yes

Additional Structures

Other Structures: Shed(s)

Lot Features

Lot Size (Acres): 0.389
Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
Lot Dimensions: 72 x 235 x 72 x 235

Financial Considerations

Parking Included: Yes
Assessment Year: 1945
Tax Amount: $9,205
Tax Year: 2024

Disclosures and Reports

Ownership: Fee Simple
Property ID: 1905277015

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Sold by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate

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Schools

Schools serving 71 Esther St

School Districts:Community High School District 155, Crystal Lake Community Consolidated School District 47

Name	Grades	Distance
Husmann Elementary School 131 West Paddock Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014	K-5	0.4 mi
Richard F Bernotas Middle School 170 North Oak Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014	6-8	1.2 mi
Crystal Lake Central High School 45 West Franklin Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014	9-12	0.3 mi

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71 Esther Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 (MLS# 12624633) is a Single Family property that was sold at $460,000 on August 31, 2026. Want to learn more about 71 Esther 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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