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Property Description
Welcome home to this beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2 full and 2 half bathroom home in the heart of Fox Lake! Thoughtfully designed with a bathroom on every level, this home offers both comfort and convenience for everyday living and entertaining. The spacious primary suite features a private en-suite bathroom, creating the perfect retreat at the end of the day. The freshly painted main level is bright and inviting. The kitchen offers granite countertops, ample cabinet space, and plenty of room for cooking and gathering. Step outside and enjoy not one, but two spacious decks-perfect for your morning coffee, summer barbecues, or simply unwinding outdoors. Additional updates include a new radon mitigation system (2025), providing added peace of mind. The location is what truly sets this home apart. Just a short walk away, you'll find the recently revitalized downtown Fox Lake, featuring a beautiful lakefront park with a sandy beach, splash pad, pickleball courts, Friday night concerts, and a seasonal farmers market. You're also within walking distance of the library, the high school, and just one block from the town's annual parade route-making it easy to enjoy everything this vibrant community has to offer. With stylish updates, a functional layout, and an unbeatable walkable location, this home is ready for its next owners to move in and enjoy.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 17 Hillcrest Ave
General
- Price: $399,000
- Taxes: $6,572 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12716060
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Park, Lake, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Finished, F
- Interior Features: Granite Counters
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Water Softener Owned
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 2
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Fire Pit
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Fox Lake
- County: Lake
- Township: Grant
- Driving Directions: Rollin Rd. East - Hillcrest North
School Information
- School District: 114
- Elem School District: 114
- Midd School District: 114
- High School District: 124
- High School: Grant Community High School
- Private School: Grant Community High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Gas
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Well
Structural Information
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full, Walk-Out Access
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Drapes
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 2,087
- Sq. Ft. Source: Other
- Year Built: 2001
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.1722
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 50 x 150
- Lot Features: Mature Trees, Views, Sloped
Water Features
- Water Front Name: FOX LAKE
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 2001
- Tax Amount: $6,572
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 5103040090000
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Schools
Schools serving 17 Hillcrest Ave
School Districts:Grant Community High School District 124, Fox Lake Grade School District 114
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Stanton School 101 Hawthorne Lane, Fox Lake, IL 60020 | 5-8 | 0.5 mi |
Lotus School 29067 W Grass Lake Rd, Spring Grove, IL 60081 | PK-4 | 2.6 mi |
Grant Community High School 285 East Grand Avenue, Fox Lake, IL 60020 | 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.
Tax History
Tax History for 17 Hillcrest Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$6,486
9%
$94,264
8%
2024
$5,967
7%
$87,298
15%
2023
$5,597
4%
$75,999
13%
2022
$5,400
-1%
$67,524
6%
2021
$5,455
5%
$63,648
1%
2020
$5,195
—
$63,270
4%
2019
$5,195
-5%
$60,673
-2%
2018
$5,483
3%
$61,976
17%
2017
$5,348
-1%
$52,754
9%
2016
$5,399
5%
$48,248
7%
2015
$5,149
19%
$45,024
—
2014
$4,317
3%
$45,024
19%
2013
$4,182
-5%
$37,809
-17%
2012
$4,421
—
$45,631
—
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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17 Hillcrest Avenue, Fox Lake, IL 60020 (MLS# 12716060) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 2 partial bathrooms. 17 Hillcrest Avenue is currently listed for $399,000 and was received on July 26, 2026. Want to learn more about 17 Hillcrest 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.

