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Property Description
Live like you're on vacation all year round in this bright and beautifully updated 3 bed, 3.5 bath home, set on an extra-wide lot filled with mature trees, lush landscaping, and a newly installed fence. Just steps from Valley Lake Beach and with lake rights to nearby Gages Lake, this home is a peaceful retreat with the perfect mix of indoor comfort and outdoor charm. Inside, enjoy a sunken family room with vaulted wood-beam ceilings and a cozy wood-burning fireplace, a spacious eat-in kitchen with stainless steel appliances, ample prep space, cabinets galore, and a separate dining area. The primary suite features a spa-like bath and a custom walk-in closet, while the second bedroom also includes beautifully built-in closets. The finished basement offers a large rec room, additional bedroom, full bath, laundry room, and a generous flex space. The converted garage has been transformed into a private office or guest suite with a half bath and separate entrance - perfect for remote work or multi-generational living. Step outside to your backyard oasis - a serene space full of mature trees, perfect for relaxing, entertaining, or gardening. The fenced yard offers space to play, while the large shed with electricity provides ample storage or workshop potential. Located in a friendly, sought-after neighborhood with top-rated schools (Districts 50 & 121), this home is a rare find that truly has it all! Siding: 2022 Roof: 2014 Furnace/AC: 2016 Double Pane Windows: 2014 Sump Pump and Battery Backup: 2022 Washer/Dryer: 2022 Fridge: 2022 Fence: 2023 Nothing to do except move on in!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 17896 W Blackhawk Dr
General
- Sold For: $342,000
- Taxes: $7,894 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12358742
- Added to Site: 288 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st-Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st-Floor Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Beamed Ceilings, Workshop
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Wood-Burning, Gas Starter
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Humidifier
- Flooring: Laminate
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 4
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Equipment: Cable TV, Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump, Water Heater-Gas
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Interstate Access
Parking
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Side Apron, On Site, Owned
- Parking On-Site: Yes
Location
- Area: Gages Lake / Grayslake / Hainesville / Third Lake
- County: Lake
- Subdivision: Wildwood
- Driving Directions: 45 & Gages Lake Rd. east to Mill Rd., south to Blackhawk, east to home.
School Information
- School District: 50
- Midd School District: 50
- Elementary School: Woodland Elementary School
- Middle School: Woodland Middle School
- High School: Warren Township High School
- Private School: Warren Township 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: Ranch
- Construction: Frame, Other
- Exterior Const.: Frame, Other
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Laminate
- Square Feet: 1,312
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1956
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2021
Manufactured Home
- Model: RANCH
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.2445
- Lot Size Range: Less than .25 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 68 x 147 x 72 x 146
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Water Rights, Mature Trees
- Fencing (Description): Fenced
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1956
- Tax Amount: $7,894
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 7293020110000
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Schools
Schools serving 17896 W Blackhawk Dr
School Districts:Woodland Community Consolidated School District 50, Warren Township High School District 121
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Woodland Elementary School, Gages Lake, IL 17261 West Gages Lake Road, Gages Lake, IL 60030 | 1-3 | 0.6 mi |
Woodland Primary School 17366 W Gages Lake Rd, Gages Lake, IL 60030 | PK-K | 0.7 mi |
Woodland Intermediate School 1115 N Hunt Club Rd, Gurnee, IL 60031 | 4-5 | 2.4 mi |
Woodland Middle School 7000 Washington Street, Gurnee, IL 60031 | 6-8 | 1.2 mi |
Warren Township High School 34090 N Almond Rd, Gurnee, IL 60031 | 9-12 | 0.8 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 17896 W Blackhawk Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/10/2025
Sold
$342,000
2.09%
MLS
5/08/2025
Listed
$335,000
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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.
17896 W Blackhawk Drive, Grayslake, IL 60030 (MLS# 12358742) is a Single Family property that was sold at $342,000 on June 10, 2025. Want to learn more about 17896 W Blackhawk Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Grayslake? You can browse all Grayslake real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

