32 Forest Ave, Fox Lake, IL 60020
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OFF MARKET

32 Forest Ave
Fox Lake, IL 60020

  • 3 Beds
  • 2.5 Baths
  • 1,192 sqft

$278,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,095/mo*

$278,900

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 10, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $2,095/mo*
3 Beds
2.5 Baths
1,192 sqft

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

Location, location, location! Cozy home with so much to offer RIGHT in the heart of downtown Fox Lake. The bright living room with electric fireplace has lots of windows to let the sunshine in. Updated kitchen features granite, lots of cabinet space plus and an Island with eating bar. Large dining room/sunroom with real hardwood floors. Convenient main floor bedroom has a nice size walk in closet and main hall full bathroom. The upstairs has a pass thru 2nd bedroom with hallway 1/2 bathroom leading to 3rd bedroom. The basement is partially finished with family room, full bathroom, office and exterior entrance. It would make a lovely in law arrangement. Nice size backyard, big deck with roll out awning and 2 car detached garage. Just minutes to shopping, restaurants, movie theater and Metra station. Lakefront park down the street where you can fish or the kids can play at the playground. Investors welcome since there is already a tenant in place. Sold As Is.
32 Forest Ave, Fox Lake, IL 60020 is a 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom, 1,192 sqft single-family home built in 1943. It last sold for $179,000 on Jul 9, 2021. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $278,900, with a rent estimate of $3,056/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
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Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 32 Forest Ave

Interior Features

Heating & Cooling
Heating: Forced Air, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Forced Air
Interior Details
Types of Rooms: Walk In Closet, Dining Room
Appliances & Utilities
DishwasherDisposalDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Fireplace & Spa
Fireplace
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Tile, Carpet, Hardwood, Laminate, Linoleum Vinyl

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: Asphalt, OtherExterior: Vinyl
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Detached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1943Year Updated: 1943
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Cape Cod

Building

Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Disabled Access

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 7753 sqft

Price History for 32 Forest Ave

DatePriceEventSource
07/09/2021$179,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11072753
05/24/2021$184,900PendingBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices #MRD11072753
05/14/2021$184,900PriceChange
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices #MRD11072753
05/01/2021$189,900Listed For SaleBerkshire Hathaway HomeServices #MRD11072753
11/03/2020$164,900ListingRemovedAgent Provided
10/15/2020$164,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/26/2020$169,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
08/27/2020$175,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
07/20/2000$103,000Sold
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Market trends in Fox Lake

Last updated May 2026
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$5,019
Assessment$208,101
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 32 Forest Ave

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.12
Single-Family Home
$291,000
05/05/26
3
2
1,550
0.14
Single-Family Home
$270,000
01/28/26
3
1.5
1,800
0.57
Single-Family Home
$225,000
07/30/25
3
2
1,392
0.48
Single-Family Home
$207,900
11/12/25
3
1
1,260
0.60
Single-Family Home
$230,000
04/06/26
3
2
1,200
0.65
Single-Family Home
$260,000
03/27/26
3
2
1,126
0.35
Single-Family Home
$223,000
01/30/26
3
1
1,916
0.30
Single-Family Home
$256,500
03/03/26
3
1.5
1,420
0.27
Single-Family Home
$465,000
12/05/25
3
1
999
0.81
Single-Family Home
$180,000
02/24/26
2
1.5
1,195

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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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