This iconic Grayslake Spancrete house is on 1.18 acres with a 3 car wide by 1.5 car deep garage with 10' concrete ceiling. Giant living room windows overlook the giant backyard. A huge concrete patio over the garage has plenty of space to grill and entertain while viewing the sunrise, backyard, front yard, and Grays lake. Plenty of parking for 10 cars or more in the driveway. The third bedroom has it's own outside entrance that could be used as an office. The basement can be accessed from the garage by 3 steps and double security doors. With a ramp, you can drive your toys into the basement for winter storage. Garage is gas ready if you want to add a heater. House has radiant heat which is quiet and less drying than forced air. A/C is forced air in the ceiling. All appliances stay. 15 piece commercial grade gym and cardio equipment can stay. Commercial grade treadmill and bike overlook the lake and face the sunrise. Bedrooms are large. One bathroom is gutted and ready for your updates. Garage has large air compressor that can stay. Overhead I-beams allow for overhead hoists. Garage also has large windows. Basement has 9 ft concrete ceilings, large windows to the backyard, a large stainless double wash sink, a full commercial grade gym, and a large work area for building projects. House has 200 amp, basement has a separate 20 amp electrical panel for welding machine (allowed by the town bc of the house's unique concrete construction) and air compressor. Basement has double security doors to backyard and garage. A dog door leads to a large 6' high fenced yard. Sunroom has vaulted ceiling, wood floors and gas/wood fireplace. Attic and basement entry has full size stairs. Kitchen has a 48" Sub Zero, 36" convection stove, under and over cabinet lighting. Hallway is double the standard width. Roof was inspected in 2019. Chimneys have had leaks that were repaired but the drywall damage has not yet been repaired. Leaf guard gutters. 10 minutes from the highway, Great America, Gurnee Mills mall and 10 different forest preserves. Lot is so large that it could comfortably have another garage built which the town allows for 40% of the main structure size.
Single-familyProperty Type
1956Year Built
1.25 acresLot Size
$188Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Martha Rodriguez-De La Vega• Classic Realty Group, Inc.
Bought with Sonia Cisternino• @properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11096690
Redfin Estimate
$399,710
$145K since sold in October 2021$2,000 since September
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Estimate history
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This home's estimate is 2.8% higher than the average sale price ($389K) of 6 comparable homes.
This iconic Grayslake Spancrete house is on 1.18 acres with a 3 car wide by 1.5 car deep garage with 10' concrete ceiling. Giant living room windows overlook the giant backyard. A huge concrete patio over the garage has plenty of space to grill and entertain while viewing the sunrise, backyard, front yard, and Grays lake. Plenty of parking for 10 cars or more in the driveway. The third bedroom has it's own outside entrance that could be used as an office. The basement can be accessed from the garage by 3 steps and double security doors. With a ramp, you can drive your toys into the basement for winter storage. Garage is gas ready if you want to add a heater. House has radiant heat which is quiet and less drying than forced air. A/C is forced air in the ceiling. All appliances stay. 15 piece commercial grade gym and cardio equipment can stay. Commercial grade treadmill and bike overlook the lake and face the sunrise. Bedrooms are large. One bathroom is gutted and ready for your updates. Garage has large air compressor that can stay. Overhead I-beams allow for overhead hoists. Garage also has large windows. Basement has 9 ft concrete ceilings, large windows to the backyard, a large stainless double wash sink, a full commercial grade gym, and a large work area for building projects. House has 200 amp, basement has a separate 20 amp electrical panel for welding machine (allowed by the town bc of the house's unique concrete construction) and air compressor. Basement has double security doors to backyard and garage. A dog door leads to a large 6' high fenced yard. Sunroom has vaulted ceiling, wood floors and gas/wood fireplace. Attic and basement entry has full size stairs. Kitchen has a 48" Sub Zero, 36" convection stove, under and over cabinet lighting. Hallway is double the standard width. Roof was inspected in 2019. Chimneys have had leaks that were repaired but the drywall damage has not yet been repaired. Leaf guard gutters. 10 minutes from the highway, Great America, Gurnee Mills mall and 10 different forest preserves. Lot is so large that it could comfortably have another garage built which the town allows for 40% of the main structure size.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08309778
Sep 11, 2013
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$137,500
$65/sq ft
Jul 26, 2013
Contingent
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Jun 30, 2013
Relisted (Reactivated)
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May 26, 2013
Contingent
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Apr 23, 2013
Price Changed (Price Change)
$149,800
$70/sq ft
Apr 5, 2013
Listed (New)
$159,800
$75/sq ft
+12
UNIQUE BRICK RANCH HOME ON 1.25 ACRE LOT! Lots of possibilities here. Large living room with great views of wooded back yard. Elevated patio has views of lake. Family room with hardwood floor & gas fireplace. Bedroom 3 has exterior door and would make terrific home office. Large 3 car garage. Huge basement with high ceilings has lots of possibilities. Could use some work, but is priced to still be a excellent value!
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08114988
Jan 23, 2013
Listing Removed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07306853
Jan 6, 2010
Listing Removed
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Nov 19, 2009
Contingent
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07141563
Aug 24, 2009
Listing Removed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06804598
Feb 20, 2009
Listing Removed
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #06408055
Feb 11, 2008
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Public Records
Jun 5, 1991
Sold
$82,500
$39/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,697 (+5.1%)
$24,992 + $84,204
$109,196
2024
$10,174 (+10.6%)
$24,992 + $84,204
$109,196
2023
$9,197 (−7.5%)
$22,566 + $76,031
$98,597
2022
$9,944 (+8.0%)
$19,724 + $66,456
$86,180
2021
$9,209 (+0.4%)
$25,098 + $63,804
$88,902
2020
$9,170 (+3.8%)
$24,123 + $61,326
$85,449
2019
$8,833 (−13.3%)
$22,021 + $55,982
$78,003
2018
$10,188 (+1.5%)
$28,151 + $60,351
$88,502
2017
$10,036 (+4.8%)
$28,151 + $60,351
$88,502
2016
$9,573 (+3.4%)
$26,480 + $56,769
$83,249
2015
$9,260 (−13.6%)
$24,444 + $52,404
$76,848
2013
$10,722 (−2.1%)
$21,153 + $50,644
$71,797
2012
$10,954 (+3.1%)
$23,839 + $57,076
$80,915
2011
$10,627 (−8.4%)
$27,195 + $65,111
$92,306
2010
$11,595 (+2.7%)
$21,206 + $100,687
$121,893
2008
$11,287 (+11.1%)
$22,322 + $105,986
$128,308
2007
$10,156
$21,073 + $101,224
$122,297
Tax history for 261 W Belvidere Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$10,697 (+5.1%)
$24,992 + $84,204
$109,196
2024
$10,174 (+10.6%)
$24,992 + $84,204
$109,196
2023
$9,197 (−7.5%)
$22,566 + $76,031
$98,597
2022
$9,944 (+8.0%)
$19,724 + $66,456
$86,180
2021
$9,209 (+0.4%)
$25,098 + $63,804
$88,902
2020
$9,170 (+3.8%)
$24,123 + $61,326
$85,449
2019
$8,833 (−13.3%)
$22,021 + $55,982
$78,003
2018
$10,188 (+1.5%)
$28,151 + $60,351
$88,502
2017
$10,036 (+4.8%)
$28,151 + $60,351
$88,502
2016
$9,573 (+3.4%)
$26,480 + $56,769
$83,249
2015
$9,260 (−13.6%)
$24,444 + $52,404
$76,848
2013
$10,722 (−2.1%)
$21,153 + $50,644
$71,797
2012
$10,954 (+3.1%)
$23,839 + $57,076
$80,915
2011
$10,627 (−8.4%)
$27,195 + $65,111
$92,306
2010
$11,595 (+2.7%)
$21,206 + $100,687
$121,893
2008
$11,287 (+11.1%)
$22,322 + $105,986
$128,308
2007
$10,156
$21,073 + $101,224
$122,297
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Permits
Oct 20, 2021 • Final
Reroof & reside
Work on a roof.
Roofing
Mar 6, 2014 • Final
Sewer repair
Plumbing
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Interior
Basement Information
Basement Sq. Ft: 2,130
Bathroom Information
# of Full Baths: 2
Heating & Cooling
Air Conditioning Type: Central
Heating Type: Forced Air
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Has Fireplace
Room Information
# of Rooms: 7
Exterior
Exterior Information
Physical Condition: Average
Building Style Type: Ranch
Building Construction Quality: Average
Exterior Wall: Brick
Property Information
Living Sq. Ft: 2,130
Ground Floor Sq. Ft: 2,130
Building Sq. Ft: 4,260
# of Stories: 1
Stories Type: 1
Legal Description: PT W1/2 NE1/4;PT N 11/16 LYG S OF CL RT120 (EX E331.5')&(EX W806.91')&(EX PT FALLING IN HANSEN'S HOJEM LANE SUB) SECTION 34 TOWNSHIP 45 RANGE 10
Parking & Garage Information
# of Parking Spaces: 1
Parking Type: Attached Garage
Garage / Carport Type: Attached
Lot Information
# of Buildings: 1
Land Sq. Ft: 54,450
Municipality Name: AVON TWP
Acres: 1.25
County Use Description: RESIDENTIAL IMPROVEMENTS
Utility Information
Sewer Type: Septic
Water Service Type: Well
Financial
Assessor Information
Assessment Year: 2025
Tax District County: AVON TOWNSHIP
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.0
Sq. Ft.: 2,130
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1956
Year Renovated: 1962
County: Lake County
APN: 06-34-200-073
Home facts updated by county records on Oct 23, 2026
Around this home
Schools
Prairieview School
Public K-4 • Assigned • 0.8mi
7/10
Grayslake Middle School
Public 7-8 • Assigned • 1.1mi
5/10
Grayslake Central High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 0.7mi
9/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
2 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Grayslake, IL • 60030
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.1 hours in
June and 3.4 hours in December, placing it below the
U.S. average for solar exposure.
10.1 hrs
3.4 hrs
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Estimated sale price
$380,000 – $460,000
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