Experience lakefront living at its finest! Situated on Manitou Creek, nestled between Long Lake and the coveted Chain O' Lakes, you can choose the privacy and tranquility of Long Lake or experience all that the Chain has to offer. You have the best of both worlds; this property is a water enthusiast's dream! Inside, you'll find vaulted ceilings that create an open and airy feel, along with a spacious kitchen featuring plenty of cabinets, counter space and a large island, ideal for entertaining. The first floor boasts a Primary Bedroom and Laundry Room. This home includes two full baths with the upstairs bath offering a whirlpool tub, a spacious loft and 2 bedrooms upstairs to complete this amazing retreat. Step outside to a fenced-in backyard complete with deck and fire pit, perfect for cozy nights under the stars. Recent updates include new roof, new pier as well as fresh coat of paint. Other local amenities include picturesque bike trails and the lush expanse of a nearby forest preserve that connects to other trails. Also close to major roads and Metra station for easy commuting. Whether you're looking for forest adventures, kayaking, fishing from your pier, taking a leisurely cruise on Long Lake or adventuring on the Chain, this home truly has it all!
This one has it all and is NOT in the flood plain! Located on the channel front! Long Lake is a private motorized lake with access to the Chain through a lock system. Open and bright home on 50' ft of channel front to Long Lake and the Chain O' Lakes. Inside you will find plenty of cabinet and counter space in this open concept kitchen. A large island makes inside entertaining a breeze. Beautiful planation shutters and luxury vinyl flooring throughout the main level and upstairs bath. Vaulted ceilings with tons of windows facing the water floods the living room and kitchen with warm and bright sunlight. A 1st floor master bedroom with walk in closet. Fully remodeled bath with a double vanity and glass/stone shower complete the 1st floor. Head upstairs where you will find 2 additional spacious bedrooms, 2nd full bath with jacuzzi tub and loft. The loft could be a perfect sitting room, office or study space and offers beautiful views of the water. Outside will not disappoint with waterfront deck where you can enjoy your morning coffee and listen to the memorizing sound of water flowing over the dam. Best fishing hole right off your pier! Enjoy breathtaking sunrises and sunsets in your backyard all year round. Fenced yard, storage shed and large driveway with enough space for 4 cars. You will love living here so don't wait, come visit before it's gone!
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09574442
Jun 23, 2017
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$215,000
$126/sq ft
May 3, 2017
Contingent
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Apr 25, 2017
Price Changed
$219,000
$129/sq ft
Mar 24, 2017
Listed (New)
$222,000
$131/sq ft
+15
Open, bright and cheery home on 50' ft of channel front to Long Lake and the Chain O' Lakes. Plenty of cabinet and counter space in this large open kitchen. Metal tile backsplash, island with seating and hardwood floors complete this kitchen. Vaulted ceilings with lots of windows facing the water floods the living room and kitchen with warm and bright sunlight. Home offers 1st floor master bedroom with walk in closet. Laundry room and full bath complete the 1st floor. Head upstairs where you will find 2 additional spacious bedrooms, 2nd full bath with jacuzzi tub and loft. The loft could be a perfect sitting room, office or study space and offers beautiful views of the water. Outside will not disappoint with waterfront deck where you can relax and listen to the rolling water flowing over the dam. Enjoy summer BBQ's on the main deck with the built in gas grill. Storage shed for your water toys and large driveway with enough space for 4 cars. The home is outside the flood plain.
*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
3
Baths
2
Stories
1.75
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
5,250 Sq. Ft.
Year renovated
1999
Sq. Ft.
1,701
Year built
1999
Style
Single Family Residential
County
Lake County
APN
05-14-218-016
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jul 15, 2026.
R-3
Residential District
The R-3 Zoning Districts are expected to accommodate a large percentage of the residential growth projected in unincorporated Lake County over the 20-year planning horizon covered by the Regional Framework Plan. The districts are primarily intended to accommodate moderate density residential development that can be served by the full range of infrastructure. The districts are generally intended to be applied in areas with existing infrastructure. The uses and densities allowed in the R-3 Districts 1.33 to 2.5 units per acre offer county residents a variety of housing choices in the moderate density range. The R-3 Districts are intended to implement the Regional Framework Plan’s Residential future land use designations.