Waterfront furnished one-bedroom cottage near Fox Lake and the Chain O' Lakes region, offering a quiet lake-area setting with access to nature, water, and outdoor recreation. This comfortable cottage is a peaceful place to live, unwind, and enjoy the slower pace of lake-country living while still being close to everyday conveniences. Inside, the home offers an efficient one-bedroom layout with furnishings already in place for an easy move-in, plus a spacious living room and kitchen that make the cottage feel open and comfortable. The bedroom opens to the backyard through a patio door and offers a view toward the backyard channel. Outside, the setting is the highlight - fresh air, quiet surroundings, a small dock, bonfire area, outdoor storage, and space to relax near the water. Enjoy warmer months kayaking, fishing, visiting local farm stands, or exploring nearby Chain O' Lakes State Park. During cooler months, nearby attractions include Richardson Adventure Farm, the Volo Museum, and Wilmot Mountain. Fox Lake Metra Station is approximately an 8-minute drive, with restaurants, shopping, and daily conveniences nearby. Available furnished. No HOA. Boiler heat. Window A/C. Wired for AT&T internet and cable. Owner is an Illinois licensed real estate broker.
This property is priced $317 above the rental estimate.
Asking rent
$1,800
Rental estimate
$1,483
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Sale and tax history for 38464 N 8th St
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED #12680289
Sep 9, 2026
Price Changed
$1,800
$3/sq ft
Jul 19, 2026
Price Changed
$1,901
$3/sq ft
Jun 17, 2026
Listed for Rent
$2,000
$3/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12216983
Jan 31, 2025
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$153,000
$245/sq ft
Dec 9, 2024
Contingent (Contingent - No Showings)
—
Nov 25, 2024
Listed (Active)
$165,000
$264/sq ft
There are no remarks available.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11490843
Apr 3, 2023
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$130,000
$208/sq ft
Feb 24, 2023
Contingent (Contingent - No Showings)
—
Feb 21, 2023
Price Changed
$139,995
$224/sq ft
Oct 11, 2022
Price Changed
$159,900
$256/sq ft
Aug 23, 2022
Price Changed
$169,900
$272/sq ft
Aug 12, 2022
Listed (Active)
$179,900
$288/sq ft
+3
VERY AFFORDABLE WITH ACCESS TO THE "CHAIN OF LAKES" AND FOX LAKE AS WELL! DOUBLE LOT 100X320 WITH TWO SEPARATE PIN NUMBERS. SPACIOUS KITCHEN WITH MANY CABINETS, COMPLETE NEW BATHROOM, LIVING ROOM, AND A BEDROOM. GREAT LOCATION! GORGEOUS WATERFRONT BACKYARD WITH A LARGE SHED* MANY ATTRACTIONS ALL YEAR ROUND; WATER SPORTS IN THE SUMMER, FISHING, ENJOY WINTER SKIING AT WILMOT! CLOSE TO LAKE GENEVA, STATE PARK, NIPPERSNIK, SCHOOLS, METRA, SHOPPING, AND DINING. (estate sale, sold as is). DON'T MISS THIS ONE!
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Last Updated: 2026-09-09T12:22:52.116Z
38464 N 8th St is a 625 square foot property with 1 bedrooms and 1 bathrooms. We estimate that 38464 N 8th St would rent between $1,483 / mo.38464 N 8th St is located in Spring Grove, the 60081 zipcode, and the Fox Lake Grade School District 114 School District.