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$450,000

Est. $3,033/mo —

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2,632

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25174 W Gardner Rd, Wauconda, IL 60084

About this home

WELCOME TO "THE HOUSE THAT JOE BUILT!" A home with a story, a heart, and a view you'll never grow tired of! Lovingly built and cherished by its original owners, this special property is ready for its next chapter. Tucked away in a peaceful, low-traffic setting with STUNNING VIEWS OF LAKE NAPA-SUWE, this spacious 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers 2,632 square feet of living space, timeless character, and incredible potential! Step inside and imagine the possibilities! Beautiful hardwood floors flow throughout, while the generous floor plan offers separate living, dining, and family rooms with plenty of space to spread out, gather, and entertain. The spacious living room features a large picture window framing gorgeous lake views, while the inviting family room boasts a stone fireplace and sliding doors leading to the deck-an ideal spot to enjoy your morning coffee, unwind at the end of the day, or simply take in the peaceful surroundings. Four generously sized bedrooms provide comfortable living space, and the oversized 2-car garage offers exceptional storage. A LITTLE LOVE, A LOT OF POTENTIAL, AND A SETTING THAT'S HARD TO FIND! Bring your vision and personal touches to make this well-loved home shine again. With its generous room sizes, beautiful hardwood floors, and picturesque lake views, the possibilities are exciting! The property totals approximately 3.5 ACRES, with the home situated on approximately 0.83 acres. The remaining 2.67 acres consists primarily of lake, along with a small portion of land across the water. Please refer to the county parcel map included in the photos for details. Flood insurance has not previously been required; buyers are encouraged to perform their own due diligence regarding flood insurance requirements. OPPORTUNITY: Ask about the parcel to the east! This is more than just a house-it's a home filled with years of memories, waiting for someone new to write the next chapter. Bring your ideas, embrace the potential, and make "The House That Joe Built" your own! Property is being sold AS-IS.

Single-familyProperty Type

1978Year Built

3.5 acresLot Size

$171Price/Sq.Ft.

$4/moHOA Dues

2 car garageParking

Listed by Kristin DePue • RE/MAX Plaza

Listing updated: Nov 11, 2026 at 07:35am

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•Source:MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12768887

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$3,033 per month

Principal and interest$2,456

Property taxes

$409

HOA dues

Home insurance

$165

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$207 HOA • 2 garage spots • Built 1996
OPEN SAT, 11AM TO 1PM
$360,000
2 beds2 baths1,260 sq ft
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$354 HOA • Garage • Built 1986
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$264,900
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6,098 sq ft lot • 4 parking spots • Built 1943
OPEN SAT, 12PM TO 2PM
$299,000
4 beds2 baths1,310 sq ft
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Garage • Built 1977
OPEN SAT, 12PM TO 2PM
$300,000
3 beds2 baths1,389 sq ft
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$474 HOA • Garage • Built 1984
OPEN SAT, 12PM TO 2PM
$1,250,000
4 beds4.5 baths3,550 sq ft
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OPEN SAT, 1PM TO 3PM
$300,000
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$215 HOA • 2 garage spots • Built 1995
OPEN SUN, 1PM TO 4PM
$305,000
2 beds1.5 baths1,315 sq ft
256 N Thornhill Ct Unit D, Lake Barrington, IL 60010
$599 HOA • Garage • Community pool

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Schools

K - 12
Preschool & daycare

Wauconda Grade School

Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.9mi

5/10

Wauconda Middle School

Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.9mi

6/10

Wauconda High School

Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.6mi

6/10

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Market insights

25174 W Gardner Rd · $450,000

SALE-TO-LIST

Most homes are selling 0% below list price.

LIST PRICE

Median sale price in this area is $458,503. (2% higher than this home)

PRICE DROP

16% of homes in this area have had a price drop in the past month.

Property details

Interior
Exterior
Finance

Kitchen

Bathroom

Bedroom

Living

Dining

Interior features
Skylights
One fireplace in the family room

Bedrooms
Four bedrooms, all on the second floor

Bathrooms
Two full bathrooms and one half bathroom

Kitchen
Eating area with table space

Laundry & utility
Main-level laundry closet
Washer and dryer

Flooring
Hardwood flooring in the bedrooms, dining room, and family room
Ceramic tile flooring in the kitchen
Carpet in the living room

Heating & cooling
Forced-air heating
Central air conditioning

Sale and tax history for 25174 W Gardner Rd

Sale History
Tax History

Year

Property tax

Land + Additions

Assessment*

2025

$4,903 (−31.7%)

$28,505 + $93,196

$121,701

2024

$7,176 (+26.8%)

$28,505 + $93,196

$121,701

2023

$5,658 (−16.0%)

$26,703 + $87,303

$114,006

2022

$6,732 (−1.4%)

$24,409 + $79,802

$104,211

2021

$6,831 (−1.6%)

$14,121 + $81,204

$95,325

2020

$6,944 (+14.9%)

$13,343 + $76,731

$90,074

2019

$6,044 (+5.7%)

$12,019 + $69,117

$81,136

2018

$5,717 (−7.3%)

$14,252 + $56,903

$71,155

2017

$6,168 (+5.5%)

$14,252 + $56,903

$71,155

2016

$5,846 (+4.2%)

$14,087 + $56,245

$70,332

2015

$5,610 (−3.8%)

$13,340 + $53,262

$66,602

2013

$5,831 (+2.8%)

$11,961 + $50,043

$62,004

2012

$5,671 (−12.8%)

$17,487 + $57,097

$74,584

2011

$6,501 (−4.1%)

$17,867 + $70,894

$88,761

2010

$6,775 (+9.0%)

$18,155 + $83,742

$101,897

2008

$6,214 (+19.2%)

$18,123 + $88,190

$106,313

2007

$5,211

$17,628 + $75,344

$92,972

Public record

Public record
Zoning

Beds

Baths

2.5

Stories

Lot width

—

Lot depth

—

Lot size

3.46 Acres

Year renovated

1978

Finished Sq. Ft.

2,632

Unfinished Sq. Ft.

—

Total Sq. Ft.

2,632

Year built

1978

Style

Single Family Residential

County

Lake County

APN

09-24-201-008

Parking Spaces

—

Basement

—

Accessible

—

HOA Dues

—

Garage

—

Features

—

Last updated by owner on Oct 23, 2026.

Open Space District

The OS, Open Space District is primarily intended to accommodate and protect those lands designated in the Framework Plan as fulfilling local and regional public open space needs in the county.; As such, only those uses that are compatible with or otherwise support public recreational, resource conservation or other open space purposes are permitted within the district.; The OS District is not intended to accommodate new development but rather to respond to the regional open space needs generated by a growing population, as well as to accommodate those uses that by their very nature are of an open space character, with very low development intensity.; The OS District is intended to implement the Regional Framework Plan’s Open Space future land use designation.

Permitted uses

Include but are not limited to:

Equestrian facility
Religious facility
Housing-Other
Public service
Amusement facility
Golf related
Communications tower
Agriculture-Cropland
Park & open space
Water related-Wetland

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, 13 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

Wauconda, IL • 60084

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Sun exposure

96/ 100

Exceptional sunlight

Sunscore

This home ranks in the top 11% for direct sun exposure in Wauconda. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.

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smaller lot
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smaller lot
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SOLD SEP 28, 2026
$455,000 Last sold price
4 beds3 baths1,565 sq ft
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SOLD JUN 4, 2026
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smaller lot
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SOLD OCT 9, 2026
$499,000 Last sold price
4 beds2 baths2,488 sq ft
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$30/sq ft
smaller lot
27 years newer
SOLD MAY 20, 2026
$429,000 Last sold price
4 beds3 baths2,796 sq ft
1017 Grand Blvd, Wauconda, IL 60084
$18/sq ft
18 years newer

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