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Property Description
Nestled on three wooded lots totaling just under an acre, this beautifully maintained, custom-built Craftsman-style home offers the perfect blend of privacy, charm, and convenience. Located within walking distance of Fox Lake, the newly renovated Lakefront Park and beach, and the Metra train station, this property is ideal for nature lovers, water sports enthusiasts, and commuters alike. Step onto the welcoming front porch and into the foyer, where you'll find bamboo flooring that flows seamlessly into the kitchen and dining room. The kitchen is outfitted with 42" maple cabinetry, a center island with a breakfast bar, pendant lighting, and direct access to the dining area. A sliding glass door leads from the dining room to a large deck featuring a gas line hookup for your grill and overlooking the serene, wooded backyard-perfect for entertaining, outdoor dining, and relaxing. The living room boasts a cozy fireplace, recessed lighting, carpeted flooring, and an open-concept layout that connects effortlessly to the kitchen. A powder room with a pedestal sink completes the first floor. Upstairs, you'll find three bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The primary suite features a vaulted ceiling, ceiling fan, walk-in closet, and an en-suite bath with marble tile flooring, maple cabinetry, a whirlpool tub, and a separate shower. The two additional bedrooms are carpeted, offer wooded views, and have bi-fold closets; one is currently used as a home office. A second full bathroom with ceramic tile flooring, a maple vanity, and a one-piece tub/shower, along with a conveniently located laundry area, complete the upper level. The full walk-out basement is ready for your finishing touches-ideal for a fourth bedroom, home theater, or recreation room. Exterior features include fiber cement siding, an asphalt shingle roof, and vinyl windows. The 2.5-car garage offers 10-foot ceilings, a workbench, and built-in shelving. There are three lots, each with its own property index number: one buildable lot to the southwest, the primary homesite, and one landlocked, non-buildable lot to the south. Don't miss this unique opportunity to own a private wooded retreat near Fox Lake, with excellent access to both recreation and transportation.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 140 Forest Ave
General
- Sold For: $382,500
- Taxes: $8,543 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12424950
- Added to Site: 207 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Gas Log
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom Features: Whirlpool, Separate Shower
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Equipment: Cable TV, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Parking On-Site: Yes
Location
- Area: Fox Lake
- County: Lake
- Driving Directions: On Rollins Rd at 132 continue straight onto Forest Ave. Slight right to address
School Information
- School District: 114
- Midd School District: 114
- Elementary School: Lotus
- Middle School: Lotus
- High School: Grant Community High School
- Private School: Grant Community High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Other
- Construction: Fiber Cement
- Exterior Const.: Fiber Cement
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full, Walk-Out Access
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Insulated Windows
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 1,700
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 2008
Manufactured Home
- Model: CUSTOM
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: None
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.94
- Lot Size Range: .50 to .99 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 158.14 x 262.64 x 134.50 x 345.82
- Lot Features: Wooded
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 2008
- Tax Amount: $8,543.42
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 5033060210000
Listed by Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Chicago
Sold by Keller Williams Success Realty
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Schools
Schools serving 140 Forest Ave
School Districts:Fox Lake Grade School District 114, Grant Community High School District 124
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Stanton School 101 Hawthorne Lane, Fox Lake, IL 60020 | 5-8 | 1.3 mi |
Lotus School 29067 W Grass Lake Rd, Spring Grove, IL 60081 | PK-4 | 1.7 mi |
Grant Community High School 285 East Grand Avenue, Fox Lake, IL 60020 | 9-12 | 1.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 140 Forest Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
10/06/2025
Sold
$382,500
-0.65%
MLS
7/25/2025
Listed
$385,000
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MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
140 Forest Avenue, Fox Lake, IL 60020 (MLS# 12424950) is a Single Family property that was sold at $382,500 on October 06, 2025. Want to learn more about 140 Forest Avenue? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Fox Lake? You can browse all Fox Lake real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

