37733 N Il Route 59, Lake Villa, IL 60046
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37733 N Il Route 59,Lake Villa, IL 60046
$487,400
- 4 Beds
- 2 Baths
- 2,400 sq. ft.
- Single family
- Pending
Listed by: todd marler, claudia tapia
Office: northwest suburban real estate
MLS#:12632683
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$487,400
- Price per sq. ft.:$203.08
About this home
This stately seated "American Four-Square" Architectural Home sits high on the rising land, as one of the first homes (1924) to be constructed to the stretch of road that has been the main arterial route for a century. Illinois Route 59 is the northern branch off of Route 12 in Fox Lake, and is named Fox Lake Road at this site. Route 132 (Grand Avenue) is a 1/2 block north to take a 10 mile drive I-94, with Molidor, Rollins and Fairfield Roads to the south, and Grand Avenue winding back, west, into Fox Lake train station. The current family has owned this home since 1998. The house has no real issues (except updating) and is ready for a family, intergenerational homeowners, or perhaps even a VRBO or Airbnb investor. The home needs work but offers amazing space, grace and views even as it sits on a little more than 2 acres, south of Fox Lake Hills' water tower and municipal pump house. The land and forest between the pump house visually softens its quiet neighbor. The rear of the property abuts to Lake County's prized Grant Woods Forest Preserve, boasting wildlife, a pond with migratory birds, 4.5 miles of snowmobile trails that tie into miles of state trails, and 6 miles of paved or gravel trails, with 1 mile of grass trails just outside the back yard for daily walks, snow shoes, cross country, bike rides or horseback riding in this quality nature preserve. This could potentially be an equestrian property with trails right at your back door. The property itself has its own forest preserve with significant oaks, hickory, apple and cherry blossoms that soften the main road. This 4 to 5-bedroom, 2 bath home sits far enough off of the main road for adding to the forest and privacy. This house and property constitutes privacy. Proper landscaping can cultivate the peace that is already upon the property. The Property has city water and sewer, gas and electric operating the household. It appears to have been a working farm, as there is an old out building storage shed (or chicken shed) that is giving way to nature. The foundation and basement of the house is solid, dry concrete with a modified cistern for a safe room from storms, if necessary. The basement has cellar doors to access the basement from the outside. The main floor of this four square house is made up of a huge living room, dining room, entryway, kitchen and formal study/ library with first year growth, wood plank floors. The study has its own oval beveled glass entry door next to the main entry door, as if it had been the home of a doctor or for separate business use, without disturbing the private area of the home. The first-floor bathroom is so large and divided that an additional bath would be easily added for access from the kitchen, while sustaining a full bath to the separate study/ guest room. (See conceptual floorplan design.) This lends well to possible Airbnb, or extended family visits. The second floor is made up of 4 large bedroom sizes, a full bathroom, and loft study area in the hallway just off of the Master Bedroom. Again, the second floor bath could be divided for two separate baths, or laundry considering available space. The large second floor hall closet has a built-in ladder to access what could possibly become attic living space. The space is large enough (20'x20') for the possibility, and offers 2 windows for daylight from the dormer. Like the concrete basement, the 10 year old roof keeps a dry house. The aluminum siding has preserved the house against weather and is maintenance free. The kitchen and cabinetry has been updated. There is a detached one car garage at the back of the house facing the back yard. The front porch is 38'x 7' for summer nights. There is a large fenced in garden area. The county zoning is "General Commercial" since 2002 However, highest use would be an extraordinary home, as the structure and position upon property are already in place. Great opportunities can be found on this property. Set a visit with your agent today....
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Home facts
- Year built:1924
- Listing ID #:12632683
- Updated:June 19, 2026 at 07:52 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:2
- Full bathrooms:2
- Rooms Total:10
- Dining Description:Separate Dining Room
- Kitchen Description:Gas Oven, Microwave, Range, Range Hood, Refrigerator
- Basement Description:Full, Unfinished
- Living area:2,400 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Window Unit(s)
- Heating:Natural Gas
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt
- Year built:1924
- Building area:2,400 sq. ft.
- Lot area:2.16 Acres
- Lot Features:Forest Preserve Adjacent, Natural Preserve Adjacent
- Architectural Style:American 4-Square
- Foundation Description:Concrete Perimeter
- Levels:2 Story
Schools
- High school:Grant Community High School
- Middle school:Gavin South Junior High School
- Elementary school:Gavin Central School
Utilities
- Water:Public
- Sewer:Public Sewer
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$487,400
- Price per sq. ft.:$203.08
- Tax amount:$6,186 (2024)
Features and amenities
- Laundry features:Dryer, Washer
Parking
- Total parking spaces:9
- Parking description:Asphalt, Detached Garage, Driveway, Garage, Off Street
- Garage:Yes
- Garage spaces:1
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