228 E  Grand Ave, Fox Lake, IL 60020
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OFF MARKET

228 E Grand Ave
Fox Lake, IL 60020

    (on 0.52 acres)

    Local Information

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    • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
    • Shop & Eat
    -- mins to
    Commute Destination

    Home Highlights

    Property Type
    Lot/Land
    Lot Size
    0.52 acres

    About this House

    Two lots, 75 x 150 each, to be sold together. Corner of Grand Ave. and Poplar Ave. Address of the second lot is 4 N. Poplar. Beautiful property in a very convenient location.
    228 E Grand Ave, Fox Lake, IL 60020 is a lot/land. It last sold for $75,000 on Sep 23, 2025 (52% above the $49,500 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate rent is $1,886/month.

    Home Details for 228 E Grand Ave

    Active Status

    MLS Status: Closed

    Interior Features

    Appliances & Utilities
    Utilities: Electricity Nearby
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    Exterior Features

    Frontage
    Road Frontage: City StreetRoad Surface Type: AsphaltNot on Waterfront
    Farm & Range
    Frontage Length: 150

    Property Information

    Property Type / Style
    Property Type: LandProperty Subtype: Unimproved Land
    Building
    Has Additional Parcels
    Property Information
    Parcel Number: 05102110110000Additional Parcels Description: 05102110120000

    Price & Status

    Price
    List Price: $49,500
    Status Change & Dates
    Off Market Date: Tue Aug 05 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

    Location

    Direction & Address
    City: Fox Lake
    School Information
    Elementary School District: 114Jr High / Middle School District: 114High School: Grant Community High SchoolHigh School District: 124

    Agent Information

    Buyer Agent
    Buyer Company Name: Kim Schnoor

    Lot Information

    Lot Area: 0.52 acres

    Listing Info

    Special Conditions: None

    Offer

    Listing Terms: Cash

    Business

    Business Information
    Ownership: Fee Simple

    Miscellaneous

    Mls Number: 12436165

    Additional Information

    Source Internet Automated Valuation DisplaySource Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display
    Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
    Listed by Barbara Merrell, (773) 339-6262
    Magnet Realty, Inc.
    Bought with: Kim Schnoor, ABR,SFR, (847) 309-8192, RE/MAX Advantage Realty
    Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12436165

    Price History for 228 E Grand Ave

    DatePriceEventSource
    09/23/2025$75,000Sold
    MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12436165
    08/06/2025$49,500ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12436165
    08/02/2025$49,500Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12436165

    Market trends in Fox Lake

    Last updated June 2026
    Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
    Avg. sale price
    Sale-to-List Price
    Price per sq ft
    Available listings
    80
    14
    MoM
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    Property Tax and Assessment

    Year2024
    Tax$1,041
    Assessment$38,188
    Home facts updated by county records

    Comparable Sales for 228 E Grand Ave

    Address
    Distance
    Property Type
    Sold Price
    Sold Date
    Bed
    Bath
    Sqft
    0.27
    Lot/Land
    $19,000
    05/08/26
    -
    -
    0.67
    Lot/Land
    $75,000
    05/20/26
    -
    -
    0.97
    Lot/Land
    $28,000
    12/30/25
    -
    -
    0.95
    Lot/Land
    $45,000
    02/27/26
    -
    -
    1.24
    Lot/Land
    $35,000
    10/30/25
    -
    -
    1.39
    Lot/Land
    $240,000
    03/12/26
    -
    -
    1.24
    Lot/Land
    $50,000
    10/10/25
    -
    -
    1.29
    Lot/Land
    $50,000
    09/11/25
    -
    -

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    Assigned Schools

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    What Locals Say about Fox Lake

    At least 98 Trulia users voted on each feature.
    • 86 % Say parking is easy

    • 83 % Say it's dog friendly

    • 80 % Say car is needed

    • 75 % Say there's holiday spirit

    • 68 % Say yards are well-kept

    • 65 % Say kids play outside

    • 60 % Say there's wildlife

    • 57 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

    • 57 % Say it's quiet

    • 57 % Say people would walk alone at night

    • 52 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

    • 52 % Say streets are well-lit

    • 50 % Say there are sidewalks

    • 48 % Say neighbors are friendly

    • 44 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

    • 32 % Say there are community events

    Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
    • Rntogo52
      "Fox Lake is a great town Ww hav a beautiful new library in town with wonderful programs. Also has nice parks and lake front"
    • Lharland_1
      "I have lived here for 6 years now and people are very nice and want to make sure the neighborhood stays safe. "
    • Heather C.
      "I live in this neighborhood and it’s a community that’s starting to do more together (outside of Social Distancing). "
    • Patriciajeanwolf
      "It’s a beautiful area with forest preserves everywhere. There are several lakes with tributaries so the chances of buying a house on the water is high. "
    • Nicole P.
      "Lots of open areas to walk a dog but everyone seems to keep their dogs off of their leashes which isn't good for a dog like mine who can get skiddish when dogs run towards him. "
    • Leslie J.
      "Not exactly a convenient location if you are headed downtown or to Deerfield. Fox lake is about 20-30minutes from Gurnee and 30-40 from Vernon hills"
    • Tim
      "Farmer’s market on Tuesday afternoons in the summer near the community garden in the open area on Forest Ave."
    • Brenda
      "you have plenty of privacy, and friendly neighborhood. The scenary is beautiful with all sorts of animals and wild life, close to lake to go boating. "
    • Jennifer H.
      "I’ve lived here for a few years and it’s pretty quiet for the most part, I’m close to the lake which I love, just wish they could make more beaches around here or maybe even a small water park for little kiddies. "
    • Daisy S.
      "I've lived in fox lake for 1 1/2 years and I love it. I feel safe I know my neighbors. stores are walking distance and restaurants are too."
    • Brittney H.
      "I've lived in fox lake for about 4 years now and on several occasions i have seen people urinating from my window. The entire area is full of transients who have zero respect for people or their property. If you forget to wrap your hose up, guess what? It'll be gone by morning!"
    • paulkat99
      "Great homes for full or part timers. All homes have docks for boats. "
    • Mary G.
      "Lived in area for over 30 years all kids went to public schools and enjoyed it. every type of activities, close to water if you like boating or water sports, many parks to hike and lots of kid friendly parks,many restaurants and night life. perfect for every age group."

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    Based on information submitted to the MLS GRID as of 2026. All data is obtained from various sources and may not have been verified by broker or MLS GRID. Supplied Open House Information is subject to change without notice. All information should be independently reviewed and verified for accuracy. Properties may or may not be listed by the office/agent presenting the information. Click here for more information