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Property Description
Rare 1/2-Acre Double Lot Gem on the Fox Lake Peninsula! Tucked among mature trees and beautiful landscaping, this meticulously maintained, move-in-ready 3BR/2BA home offers an abundance of outdoor space and features an ADDITIONAL DETACHED 2 CAR + WORKSHOP/OFFICE, CLIMATE CONTROLLED GARAGE WITH HEATED FLOORS-the ultimate year-round setup for mechanics, hobbyists, or any hands-on project. Whether you are hosting a summer barbecue on the back deck or relaxing on the front patio, this property can be your own private nature retreat! Inside, the home is equally turn-key, showcasing a fully updated kitchen appliance suite with newer dishwasher, oven, range, and microwave (all 2024), alongside a reliable refrigerator and washer/dryer set (both 2020). Downstairs, a massive 1,500-square-foot unfinished basement with 9-foot ceilings awaits your finishing touches. Offering total peace of mind, the home boasts significant recent capital improvements, including: Tankless Water Heater (2025), Reverse Osmosis Drinking Water System (2025), Freshly Paved Driveway (2021), Whole-Home Air Purification System (2023), and a High-Efficiency Furnace (2019). Location is everything here. You are situated just up the hill from the Fox Lake Metra station and the village's brand-new waterfront park, where you can easily walk down to enjoy live music at the summer concert series pavilion or join a game of pickleball at the nearby recreation complex. Perfectly positioned for regional convenience near US-12, you're only a short drive from Wilmot Mountain and less than 30 minutes from Lake Geneva, Wisconsin. Come live the lake life in a vibrant, worry-free community known for boating, fishing, and year-round recreation on the Chain O'Lakes-the perfect blend of small-town charm and modern amenities to call home!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 150 Forest Ave
General
- Price: $550,000
- Taxes: $8,356 (2024)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12657809
- Updated: 6/2/2026
- Added to Site: 5 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Unfinished
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Train
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 4
- Total Spaces: 10
- Parking Features: Concrete, Heated Garage, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Detached, Owned
Location
- Area: Fox Lake
- County: Lake
- Township: Grant
- Driving Directions: GRAND E OF RT 12 TO FOREST AVE TO HOUSE #150
School Information
- School District: 114
- Elem School District: 114
- Midd School District: 114
- High School District: 124
- Elementary School: Lotus
- Middle School: Stanton
- 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
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Unfinished, Full
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 1,586
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 2006
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Second Garage, Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.54
- Lot Size Range: .50 to .99 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 23037
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 2006
- Tax Amount: $8,356
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Special Conditions: List Broker Must Accompany
- Property ID: 5033060230000
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Schools
Schools serving 150 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 | 1.4 mi |
Lotus School 29067 W Grass Lake Rd, Spring Grove, IL 60081 | PK-4 | 1.6 mi |
Grant Community High School 285 East Grand Avenue, Fox Lake, IL 60020 | 9-12 | 1.2 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 150 Forest Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/02/2026
Listed
$550,000
109.13%
MLS
4/27/2007
Sold
$263,000
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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 150 Forest Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$8,356
—
$127,584
8%
2024
$8,393
—
$118,155
14%
2023
$8,385
31%
$103,646
6%
2022
$6,422
-1%
$98,161
14%
2021
$6,495
5%
$86,186
1%
2020
$6,172
—
$85,649
4%
2019
$6,172
10%
$82,134
11%
2018
$5,613
6%
$74,297
28%
2017
$5,271
—
$58,001
9%
2016
$5,264
6%
$53,047
7%
2015
$4,975
—
$49,502
—
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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Estimate the Cost for 150 Forest Ave
150 Forest Avenue, Fox Lake, IL 60020 (MLS# 12657809) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 150 Forest Avenue is currently listed for $550,000 and was received on June 02, 2026. Want to learn more about 150 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.

