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$888,000 Contingent
Property Description
Beautifully set on a hill overlooking Bangs Lake, this custom-designed home offers the perfect blend of comfort, craftsmanship, and lake lifestyle! With over 3,100 sq ft, 4 bedrooms, and 2.5+ baths, every detail has been thoughtfully designed to capture both the lake views and everyday functionality. The open-concept main level is centered around the lake, featuring expansive French patio doors that lead to a spacious deck with stunning lake views-ideal for entertaining or unwinding. The living room has hardwood floors, eat-in dining space overlooking the lake, plus a wood-burning fireplace with gas starter. The gourmet kitchen is equipped with high-end cabinetry, pot filler, French-door double oven, and a true butler's pantry with an additional farmhouse sink. The formal dining room includes convenient pocket doors, and a highly functional laundry/mudroom features a shower-perfect for rinsing off after the lake or washing pets. Upstairs, the private primary suite offers a peaceful retreat with an extra sitting area with French doors to a second-level deck overlooking the lake, and a spa-like bath featuring a steam shower, heated floors, and a large walk-in closet. Two additional bedrooms are complemented by a spacious custom great room/4th bedroom with triple French doors opening to the upper deck-creating an incredible second-level living and entertaining space. There's even a wet bar on the 2nd floor! The oversized 3 car finished garage is a rare find, featuring a built-in heater, overhead storage, and space for two cars plus a golf cart and all the lake toys. Situated on a beautifully landscaped 0.38 acre lot, the outdoor space includes a multi-level patio and built-in gas grill-perfect for enjoying summer evenings with a lake view. Located just steps from the private neighborhood lakefront park and option for your own pier, you can take the golf cart over in the summer and hop on the boat for a day out on the water! Boat launch also included! Additional highlights include premium Marvin wood windows, durable Aurora Steel siding, dual-zone HVAC, whole-house water filtration system, radon mitigation system, larger capacity water heater, custom woodwork and cabinetry, tray ceilings with accent lighting, and wall-mounted TVs. The home benefits from public water and sewer-a rare advantage in this area-this is a truly special home that must be experienced in person.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 25817 W Cook St
General
- Price: $888,000
- HOA FEE: $17/month
- HOA FEE FREQ.: Annually
- Taxes: $11,368 (2024)
- Status: Contingent
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12669432
- Updated: 6/10/2026
- Added to Site: 6 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Park, Lake, Dock, Water Rights, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Crawl Spac
- Interior Features: Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Open Floorplan, Separate Dining Room, Pantry, Quartz Counters
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning, Gas Starter
- Appliances: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, High-End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Range Hood, Water Purifier
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom Features: Whirlpool, Separate Shower, Steam Shower, Double Sink
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Balcony, Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 3
- Total Spaces: 6
- Parking Features: Concrete, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
Location
- Area: Wauconda
- County: Lake
- Township: Wauconda
- Driving Directions: From Route 12 go East on Bonner Rd, South on Old Rand/Main St, left onto Garland Rd, Right onto Elmcrest Dr which becomes Cook St, take 3 blocks East to home on right. Home is on the corner of Bluff St & Cook St. To access the lakefront park, go west on Cook St, south on Ash St. The boat launch is at the end of Ash and the lakefront park is to the right (west), where you can keep a boat at your pier, or enjoy the lake.
School Information
- School District: 118
- Elem School District: 118
- Midd School District: 118
- High School District: 118
- Elementary School: Wauconda Elementary School
- Middle School: Wauconda Middle School
- High School: Wauconda Comm High School
- Private School: Wauconda Comm High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: Lake Rights
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning, Zoned
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Individual Controls, Zoned, Radiant Floor
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Lake Michigan, Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Contemporary
- Architectural Style: Contemporary
- Construction: Steel Siding
- Exterior Const.: Steel Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Screens, Skylight(s)
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 3,137
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1948
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2015
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.38
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 160 x 100 x 160 x 80.6
- Lot Features: Corner Lot, Landscaped, Water Rights, Wooded, Mature Trees, Views
Water Features
- Water Front Desc.: Lake Privileges
- Lake Front: Yes
Financial Considerations
- Association Fee: $200
- Assoc Fee Freq.: Annually
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1948
- Tax Amount: $11,368
- Tax Year: 2024
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 9251000120000
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Schools
Schools serving 25817 W Cook St
School District:Wauconda Community Unit School District 118
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Wauconda Grade School 225 Osage Street, Wauconda, IL 60084 | K-5 | 0.9 mi |
Wauconda Middle School 217 Slocum Lake Road, Wauconda, IL 60084 | 6-8 | 0.8 mi |
Wauconda High School 555 North Main Street, Wauconda, IL 60084 | 9-12 | 1.1 mi |
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Price & Sales History for 25817 W Cook St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/05/2026
Listed
$888,000
255.2%
MLS
12/17/2013
Sold
$250,000
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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 25817 W Cook St
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$11,368
—
$147,276
7%
2023
$11,420
-2%
$137,963
9%
2023
$11,622
5%
$126,109
-7%
2022
$11,112
20%
$135,220
6%
2021
$9,293
4%
$127,771
5%
2020
$8,898
-13%
$121,780
6%
2019
$10,171
-11%
$115,093
8%
2018
$11,386
14%
$106,774
1%
2017
$9,982
5%
$105,539
23%
2016
$9,545
2%
$86,137
9%
2015
$9,332
-5%
$79,075
—
2014
$9,786
9%
$79,075
4%
2013
$8,997
2%
$75,904
-7%
2012
$8,797
—
$81,768
—
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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25817 W Cook Street, Wauconda, IL 60084 (MLS# 12669432) is a Single Family property with 4 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 25817 W Cook Street is currently listed for $888,000 and was received on June 05, 2026. Want to learn more about 25817 W Cook Street? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Wauconda? You can browse all Wauconda real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
