40 Francis Avenue

Crystal Lake, IL 60014

$575,000
Price
5
Beds
3
Baths
2
1/2 Baths
2,538 Sq. Ft.
$227 / Sq. Ft.
2,538
Sq. Ft.
$227
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Country Life in the City! Almost impossible to find, but here it is! Quality Built Craftsman Style home on an acre in the City Limits! A serene sanctuary where you can truly connect with nature. The grounds showcase many perennial prairie plantings. Imagine tapping your own Sugar Maple trees! Sour Cherry trees and an asparagus patch too! Very Private setting. Enter from the peaceful front porch, a perfect spot to observe the many birds. Foyer with slate flooring & coat closet. Cozy living room with...Country Life in the City! Almost impossible to find, but here it is! Quality Built Craftsman Style home on an acre in the City Limits! A serene sanctuary where you can truly connect with nature. The grounds showcase many perennial prairie plantings. Imagine tapping your own Sugar Maple trees! Sour Cherry trees and an asparagus patch too! Very Private setting. Enter from the peaceful front porch, a perfect spot to observe the many birds. Foyer with slate flooring & coat closet. Cozy living room with wood stove fireplace & hardwood floorings open to the large dining room that overlooks a 3 season enclosed porch with skylights. The primary suite has a full bath and 2 closets. Separated from the primary by the living room are 3 additional bedrooms and a full bath on the first floor. Country kitchen overlooks the wooded back yard. Upstairs is a massive bonus room that can function as a family room, artist/craft space or an additional bedroom, if needed. A 1/2 bath, laundry area and large storage room complete the 2nd floor. The lower level has a recreation room, 5th bedroom and full bath. A large mechanical room with central vac system, primary furnace & workshop area complete the lower level. Entering the home from the backyard, there is a super functional mudroom with shoe cubbys, 2 closets, 1/2 bath and a washing station for dogs or humans! Extra deep and large 3 car garage sits perfectly on the property. Lots of parking with area for recreational vehicle. This home is a special find if you are seeking tranquility with the comforts of all the shopping and outdoor opportunities Crystal Lake has to offer.
  1. Listed by Diana Mark • RE/MAX Plaza

Property Details for 40 Francis Avenue

Area
Crystal Lake / Lakewood / Prairie Grove
Township
Nunda
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
3.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
9.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
LISTING UPDATED: 12/18/2024 01:52 PM

Property Details for 40 Francis Avenue

StatusContingent
MLS #12204554
Days on Market43
Taxes$11,261 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1.5 Story
Year Built-
Lot Size1.00 AC / 43,560 SF
CountyMcHenry County

Building Information for 40 Francis Avenue

Stories-Year Built-Building Size-Lot Size1.00 AC / 43,560 SF

Property Information for 40 Francis Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 47
  • Elementary School: North Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Richard F Bernotas Middle School
  • High School District: 155
  • High School: Crystal Lake Central High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 47
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Transmitter(s)
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage, Space/s
  • Parking Details: Side Apron
  • Parking On Site: true
  • Parking Ownership: Owned
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Skylight(s), Hardwood Floors, First Floor Bedroom, Second Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath
  • Num Of Rooms: 10
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Window Features: Insulated Windows
  • Attic: Dormer
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning Stove
  • Basement Type: Full
  • Bedrooms Possible: 5
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air, Zoned
  • Electric: 200+ Amp Service
  • Basement Description: Partially Finished
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: Yes
  • Fireplace Location: Living Room
  • Room Type: Foyer, Recreation Room, Storage, Screened Porch, Bedroom 5
  • Num of Baths: 3.2
Exterior Features
  • Type: 1.5 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
  • Other Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: No
  • Age: 31-40 Years
  • Type Detached: 1.5 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 115X366X357X113
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Asphalt
  • Exterior Building Type: Cedar
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Lot Size Source: Other
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2024-11-08T16:22:42
  • Photos Count: 40
  • Rural: N
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: Full
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 17X10
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X8
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 14X9
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 12X11
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 16X14
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Second
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 27X20
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 13X12
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Second
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 7X5
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 24X15
Storage Room 1 Information
  • Room Level: Second
  • Room Type: Storage
  • Deck Dimensions: 25X14
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Deck Dimensions: 7X8
Recreation Room Information
  • Room Level: Lower
  • Room Type: Recreation Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 23X14
Screened Porch Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Screened Porch
  • Deck Dimensions: 14X8

Property History for 40 Francis Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

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Public Records for 40 Francis Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$27,252Additions$109,499Total$136,751
Tax Record2023$11,261 ($938 / month)
Home Facts
Beds4Total Finished SqFt2,538 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,538 SqFtStories1Lot Size43,560 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1912CountyMCHENRYAPN14-32-351-017Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 40 Francis Avenue

This home is within Chsd 155 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - K to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
North Elementary School
PublicK to 5

Richard F Bernotas Middle School
Public6 to 8

Crystal Lake Central High School
Public9 to 12

Haber Oaks Campus
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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