Lake life defines freedom on a level that is unmatched. Pistakee Lake introduces a refined 1940's design with panoramic shoreline views of the most expansive part of the lake. Guests are pleasantly accommodated with 6 or more parking spaces on the property before entering the home making entertaining an absolute pleasure. The foyer features enough room to add a locker system with a bench while unfolding to a gorgeous kitchen. The kitchen showcases white shaker cabinets, exposed shelves, wine/beverage fridges, vegetable sink, breakfast bar with pendent lighting, stainless steel appliances, and farm sink overlooking the dining and family room. Just off the family room is an all-seasons room with a wall of windows and sliding glass doors capitalizing on the lake views and providing access to a 17x14 deck. The main floor also offers a generous laundry room with space to build out a large pantry, new flooring throughout and an updated full bathroom with a single vanity, trendy tile and a shower/tub combination. The second floor is equally impressive with 3 generous bedrooms each with new flooring, 1 of 3 bedrooms is the primary with amazing views of the lake and an updated shared bathroom with single vanity, beautiful tile and shower/tub combination. Full unfinished lower level. New in approximately 2021 is the A/C unit and newer furnace. Minutes to town with easy convenience to Metra train, shopping, entertainment, restaurants and theatre.
Chain O' Lake waterfront home on Pistakee Lake! Spectacular views and stunning sunsets! Perfectly maintained and updated 1920 sq ft 4 bedroom 2 full bath 2 story home including full unfinished basement with exterior access. Amazing deck over looking lake! Many updates throughout including new flooring and fresh paint. Home is in pristine condition and ready for you to enjoy all waterfront living has to offer. Large living room and sunroom with wonderful views plus sliders to 17 x 14 deck overlooking Pistakee Lake where you can enjoy the wonderful sunset views! Spacious kitchen with eating area, breakfast bar, large pantry and stainless appliances. Both bathrooms have been updated! First floor laundry room off kitchen. Master bedroom over looks lake! All bedrooms are of good sized and the 4th one is conveniently located on the first floor. The full unfinished basement with exterior access is perfect for storage. New A/C unit and newer furnace. Freshly painted and updated exterior. Conveniently located close to town with easy access to Metra, shopping, dining and the theatre. Nothing to do but move right in and enjoy lake front living.
Public Records
Nov 1, 1986
Sold
$84,000
$44/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,850 (+0.6%)
$20,349 + $135,189
$155,538
2024
$11,782 (+33.9%)
$20,349 + $135,189
$155,538
2023
$8,801 (+7.1%)
$18,845 + $125,198
$144,043
2022
$8,216 (+3.0%)
$17,753 + $82,534
$100,287
2021
$7,974 (−0.2%)
$17,921 + $72,386
$90,307
2020
$7,992 (+4.7%)
$16,892 + $68,231
$85,123
2019
$7,634 (−5.1%)
$15,968 + $64,496
$80,464
2018
$8,047 (+4.5%)
$25,044 + $57,114
$82,158
2017
$7,698 (−13.9%)
$25,044 + $57,114
$82,158
2016
$8,937 (+4.9%)
$23,148 + $64,175
$87,323
2015
$8,523 (+10.6%)
$21,171 + $58,693
$79,864
2013
$7,707 (+13.2%)
$18,644 + $43,538
$62,182
2012
$6,811 (+5.7%)
$18,709 + $51,597
$70,306
2011
$6,445 (+4.2%)
$19,890 + $54,855
$74,745
2010
$6,186 (+7.9%)
$19,895 + $60,318
$80,213
2008
$5,734 (+14.3%)
$20,458 + $62,024
$82,482
2007
$5,017
$19,851 + $60,186
$80,037
Tax history for 6 S Pistakee Lake Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,850 (+0.6%)
$20,349 + $135,189
$155,538
2024
$11,782 (+33.9%)
$20,349 + $135,189
$155,538
2023
$8,801 (+7.1%)
$18,845 + $125,198
$144,043
2022
$8,216 (+3.0%)
$17,753 + $82,534
$100,287
2021
$7,974 (−0.2%)
$17,921 + $72,386
$90,307
2020
$7,992 (+4.7%)
$16,892 + $68,231
$85,123
2019
$7,634 (−5.1%)
$15,968 + $64,496
$80,464
2018
$8,047 (+4.5%)
$25,044 + $57,114
$82,158
2017
$7,698 (−13.9%)
$25,044 + $57,114
$82,158
2016
$8,937 (+4.9%)
$23,148 + $64,175
$87,323
2015
$8,523 (+10.6%)
$21,171 + $58,693
$79,864
2013
$7,707 (+13.2%)
$18,644 + $43,538
$62,182
2012
$6,811 (+5.7%)
$18,709 + $51,597
$70,306
2011
$6,445 (+4.2%)
$19,890 + $54,855
$74,745
2010
$6,186 (+7.9%)
$19,895 + $60,318
$80,213
2008
$5,734 (+14.3%)
$20,458 + $62,024
$82,482
2007
$5,017
$19,851 + $60,186
$80,037
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
—
Baths
2
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
5,920 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1940
Sq. Ft.
1,920
Year built
1940
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
05-09-220-002
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
R-2
One-Family Residence District
The R-2 one-family residence district is established to provide a higher density area than the R-1 district in which the principal use of the land is for single-family residences, together with the appropriate educational, religious and recreational facilities as the basic elements of a balanced neighborhood.