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71 Esther Street

Crystal Lake, IL 60014
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Bed 3

Bed

Bath 3

Bath

SqFt1,746

Sqft

Acres0.39

Acre(Lot)

Storybook Cape Cod charm meets modern comfort on a quiet dead end street in one of Crystal Lake's most desirable locations. This beautifully maintained 3 bedroom, 2.1 bath home features hardwood flooring throughout, a sought-after main level primary suite, an updated kitchen and baths, and a spacious living room with a cozy fireplace and custom built-in shelving. The bright, inviting sunroom showcases soaring ceilings and walls of windows overlooking the peaceful, fenced backyard, creating the perfect space to relax, entertain, or enjoy your morning coffee. The partially finished basement offers exceptional versatility with a spacious study/flex room that can easily serve as a guest room, home office, fitness room, or hobby space, along with a recreation area, half bath, workshop, and abun dant storage. Outside, enjoy the expansive deck and an oversized 2.5 car detached garage with ample space for projects, hobbies, additional storage, or a workshop. A separate storage shed provides even more room for lawn equipment and outdoor essentials. Major updates include: second story roof replacement (2023), installed and fully paid solar panels (2024) which includes the opportunity to receive transferable Renewable Energy Credit (REC) benefits, new windows and gutters (2025). Ideally located just minutes from downtown Crystal Lake, Metra, top rated schools, shopping, dining, and parks, this home offers timeless character, thoughtful updates, energy efficiency, and exceptional value. This is the one you've been waiting for!

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Detail Ic Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $450,000

AD Id : 88585452

MLS Id : MRD12624633

Beds : 3

Lot Size : 0.39 Acre

Living Area Size : 1,746

Year Built : 1945

Garage : 2

County : McHenry

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  • Bedroom Information

    Total Bedroom: 3 Room Types: Study, Sun Room, Recreation Room, Walk In Closet

    Bathroom Information

    Total Baths: 3 Full Baths: 2 Half Baths: 1

    Room Information

    Rooms Total: 8
  • Flooring Information

    Flooring: Hardwood Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding
  • Heating & Cooling

    Heating: Natural Gas Cooling: Central Air WaterSource: Public

  • Building Information

    Year Built: 1945

  • Lot Information

    Lot Dimensions: 72x235x72x235 Lot Acres: 0.389 Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre

    Property Information

    Property Type: Residential Style: Cape Cod Sub Type: Detached Single Type Detached: 1.5 Story

  • Listing Price Information

    Original List Price:$450000

  • Tax Information

    Annual Tax: $9205 Tax Year: 2024 Parcel Number: 1905277015

  • Parking Information

    Total Parking: 2 Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

    Garage Information

    Garage Space: 2

    Homeowners Association Information

    Included Fees: None

  • School Information

    Elementary School: Coventry Elementary School Junior High School: Richard F Bernotas Middle School Senior High School: Crystal Lake Central High School
  • Utility Information

    Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Public
  • Location Information

    City: Crystal Lake Direction: From Crystal Lake Ave, S. on Williams St, E on Esther St to Home
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