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Property Description
HUGE PRICE CORRECTION!!! HONEY STOP THE CAR!! SO NEAR THE LAKE!! IN THE VERY SOUGHT AFTER GATES OF LAKEWOOD (Gate 21 close to the lake) ON THE NORTH SIDE OF LAKE STREET WHERE THE HOMES ALMOST NEVER COME ON THE MARKET is where you will find this incredible CUSTOM BUILT home. Enjoy the lake view, and a very short distance (a few feet) to private sandy beach w/volley ball court, pier for sitting, fishing, or swimming, also a place to leave your canoe or kayak. It is not just a home it is a life style like no other. Enjoy all the summer and winter sports, as well as being part of the walk around the lake path used by so many. This custom home has soaring ceilings, beautiful designer windows (Pella, some casement), 4 bedrooms, 3 full baths (2 with whirlpool tubs/separate shower and lots of ceramic tile) , finished loft above primary bedroom, first floor bedroom and full bath, walk-in closets, stainless steel appliances, huge art studio or recreation room. Fantastic landscaping, storage shed, newly redone driveway, newer roof, recently stained entire home (3 years ago), very well maintained by meticulous original owner. SELLER OWNS THE ADJACENT BUILDABE LOT, AND WILL CONSIDER SELLING THE LOT TO THE BUYER OF THE HOME. Take a look at this rare treasure in the GATES OF LAKEWOO SO CLOSE TO THE WATER.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 265 Sunset Dr
General
- Price: $549,000
- HOA FEE: $17/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $8,297 (2024)
- Status: Contingent
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12495811
- Updated: 12/8/2025
- Added to Site: 90 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: None
- Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), High Ceilings, Beamed Ceilings, Separate Dining Room, Pantry
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring: Carpet
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 3
- Bathroom Features: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Double Sink
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Equipment: Water Softener (Owned), Ceiling Fan(s)
- Other Features: School Bus Service, Commuter Bus, Commuter Train, Interstate Access
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: Crystal Lake / Lakewood / Prairie Grove
- County: McHenry
- Township: Grafton
- Subdivision: Country Club Addition
- Driving Directions: Rte.14 to Dole to Lake to Sunset turn right to home
School Information
- School District: 47
- Elem School District: 47
- Midd School District: 47
- High School District: 155
- Elementary School: South Elementary School
- Middle School: Richard F Bernotas Middle School
- High School: Crystal Lake Central High School
- Private School: Crystal Lake Central High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: Other
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Well
Structural Information
- Model: 2 story
- Construction: Cedar
- Exterior Const.: Cedar
- Basement Desc.: None
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Screens, Skylight(s), Insulated Windows
- Doors: Sliding Doors, Storm Door(s)
- Sub-Flooring: Carpet
- Square Feet: 2,649
- Sq. Ft. Source: Plans
- Year Built: 1960
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Manufactured Home
- Model: 2 story
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.3
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 13110
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $200
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1960
- Tax Amount: $8,297.06
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 1801403003
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Schools
Schools serving 265 Sunset Dr
School Districts:Crystal Lake Community Consolidated School District 47, Community High School District 155
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
South Elementary School, Crystal Lake, IL 601 Golf Road, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 | K-5 | 1.1 mi |
Richard F Bernotas Middle School 170 North Oak Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 | 6-8 | 1.6 mi |
Crystal Lake Central High School 45 West Franklin Street, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 | 9-12 | 2.1 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 265 Sunset Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
12/05/2025
Price Reduced
$549,000
-3.68%
MLS
11/01/2025
Price Reduced
$570,000
-4.2%
MLS
10/19/2025
Listed
$595,000
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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.
Tax History
Tax History for 265 Sunset Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$8,652
4%
$124,874
11%
2023
$8,297
100%
$112,176
10%
2022
-100%
$102,145
6%
2021
$7,671
—
$96,200
3%
2021
$7,671
3%
$93,634
3%
2019
$7,441
12%
$91,243
18%
2017
$6,635
-1%
$77,168
-6%
2018
$6,724
1%
$81,883
12%
2016
$6,634
2%
$73,367
6%
2015
$6,526
-22%
$69,338
-12%
2014
$8,371
21%
$78,978
14%
2013
$6,939
7%
$69,324
-1%
2012
$6,474
—
$69,883
—
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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265 Sunset Drive, Lakewood, IL 60014 (MLS# 12495811) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms and 3 full bathrooms. 265 Sunset Drive is currently listed for $549,000 and was received on October 19, 2025. Want to learn more about 265 Sunset Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Lakewood? You can browse all Lakewood real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

