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Property Description
Own your very own "story book" historical home in Crystal Lake! The Arwin Bauer house is a historically plaqued home in the heart of Crystal Lake along the famous parade route on Dole Avenue! This enchanting home is solid brick and has been lovingly maintained over the years. Plaster curved ceilings, arched doorways with solid wood doors, built-ins throughout, and hardwood flooring keep the charm of the era in which this house was built. This home features custom window treatments throughout; a chef's kitchen with top of the line stainless steel appliances, stylish backsplash, an abundant amount of cabinets and a breakfast bar; a separate dining room for entertaining; a spacious living room with cozy fireplace; as well as an additional room off of the living room which is a cozy space to read or enjoy your morning coffee. Step out into the sunroom for added space to relax or entertain. Upstairs you'll find 2 spacious bedrooms; the primary suite has a private bathroom plus a separate sitting room. The 3rd bedroom is on the 3rd floor featuring a knotty-wood theme which could make a great guest room or home office. The partially finished basement is perfect for entertaining and is large enough to section off for a 4th bedroom. You'll also find a storage room with shelving and a new boiler system as well as newer water heaters. The laundry room has a newer stackable washer/dryer. The detached garage has a large loft area for storage. Entertain in the private yard with a large patio. Close to the main beach, shopping, restaurants and Metra this home is the perfect Crystal Lake location. Hurry to make this "story book" home your next chapter before someone else does!*Showings are allowed to continue--home close contingency in place*
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 86 Dole Ave
General
- Price: $650,000
- Taxes: $12,747 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12725121
- Updated: 9/27/2026
- Added to Site: 60 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Partially
- Interior Features: Built-in Features, Historic/Period Mlwk
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen
- Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, High-End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Equipment: Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Water Heater-Gas
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Train
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Roof Deck
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Detached, Garage
Location
- Area: Crystal Lake / Lakewood / Prairie Grove
- County: McHenry
- Township: Algonquin
- Driving Directions: Walkup Ave. turn West on Woostock St. then turn onto Dole Ave. - house is on corner of Dole and Hastings
School Information
- School District: 47
- Elem School District: 47
- Midd School District: 47
- High School District: 155
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning, Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Steam, Radiant
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Brick, Stone
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Stone
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Screens
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 1,726
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1936
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 66 x 125 x 72 x 132
- Lot Features: Corner Lot
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1936
- Tax Amount: $12,747
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 1905102016
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Schools
Schools serving 86 Dole Ave
School Districts:Crystal Lake Community Consolidated School District 47, Community High School District 155
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
North Elementary School, Crystal Lake, IL 500 West Woodstock Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 | K-5 | 0.5 mi |
Richard F Bernotas Middle School 170 North Oak Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 | 6-8 | 0.6 mi |
Crystal Lake Central High School 45 West Franklin Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 | 9-12 | 0.6 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 86 Dole Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/29/2026
Price Reduced
$650,000
-2.84%
MLS
8/06/2026
Listed
$669,000
48.67%
MLS
11/11/2021
Sold
$450,000
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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 86 Dole Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$12,318
-7%
$161,499
1%
2023
$13,210
100%
$159,474
47%
2022
-100%
$108,615
24%
2021
$7,848
—
$87,258
4%
2021
$7,848
5%
$84,169
4%
2019
$7,443
8%
$80,560
9%
2018
$6,894
1%
$73,691
6%
2017
$6,846
3%
$69,422
7%
2016
$6,666
2%
$65,111
7%
2015
$6,536
3%
$61,068
5%
2014
$6,342
—
$58,176
-4%
2013
$6,337
2%
$60,739
-6%
2012
$6,209
—
$64,746
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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86 Dole Avenue, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 (MLS# 12725121) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 86 Dole Avenue is currently listed for $650,000 and was received on August 06, 2026. Want to learn more about 86 Dole Avenue? 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.

