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Property Description
Live every day like you're on vacation! Original owners are selling their quality brick home on 1.18 acres backing to the Des Plaines River. (High & dry - not in a flood plain). A serene haven in the heart of Gurnee. So peaceful yet minutes to absolutely everything. Sit in the screened-in porch drinking your coffee while watching the sun rise over the river and listening to the birds. A meditative retreat like none other. Launch your canoe or kayak directly from your backyard! Hardwood floors throughout, plaster walls, heated floors in the fully finished walkout basement with fireplace (possible in-law situation with living room, bedroom, full bathroom, 2nd kitchen, and separate entrance). 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, 2+ car attached garage. Be sure to check out the 19x19 work shop / storage located under the garage. Immediate closing is possible. Schedule your appointment today.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1243 N Il Route 21
General
- Sold For: $375,000
- Taxes: $7,258 (2022)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12315634
- Added to Site: 339 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Dry Bar, 1st-Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st-Floor Bath
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Basement
- Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Interstate Access
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Gurnee
- County: Lake
- Driving Directions: Illinois Route 21 (Riverside Drive) between Route 41 and Grand Avenue. East side of the road immediately South of Victorian Village.
School Information
- School District: 56
- Midd School District: 56
- 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: Electric, Steam, Baseboard, Radiant Floor
Utilities
- Water: Lake Michigan
Structural Information
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Construction: Brick, Plaster
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Plaster
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Exterior Entry, Rec/Family Area, Full, Walk-Out Access
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 1,458
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1957
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Manufactured Home
- Model: RANCH
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Workshop
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 1.18
- Lot Size Range: 1.0 to 1.99 Acres
- Lot Dimensions: 132 x 388
- Lot Features: Forest Preserve Adjacent, Views
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: River Front
- Water Front View: Back of Property
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1957
- Tax Amount: $7,258
- Tax Year: 2022
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 7143010010000
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Schools
Schools serving 1243 N Il Route 21
School Districts:Gurnee School District 56, Warren Township High School District 121
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Spaulding Elementary School 2000 Belle Plaine Avenue, Gurnee, IL 60031 | PK-2 | 1.8 mi |
Viking School 4460 Old Grand Avenue, Gurnee, IL 60031 | 6-8 | 0.7 mi |
Warren Township High School 34090 N Almond Rd, Gurnee, IL 60031 | 9-12 | 3.2 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 1243 N Il Route 21
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
4/28/2025
Sold
$375,000
10.29%
MLS
3/18/2025
Listed
$340,000
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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.
1243 N Il Route 21, Gurnee, IL 60031 (MLS# 12315634) is a Single Family property that was sold at $375,000 on April 28, 2025. Want to learn more about 1243 N Il Route 21? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Gurnee? You can browse all Gurnee real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

