531 Circle Dr, Fox Lake, IL 60020
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SOLD
JUL 30, 2026

$1,612,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 5 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 4,044 sqft (on 0.46 acres)

531 Circle Dr, Fox Lake, IL 60020

Est. Refi. Payment $12,314/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 30, 2026 for $1,600,000 (11% below list price)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$1.61M
Since last month
Increased$7K (+0.4%)
Since last year
Increased$653K (+67.7%)
Since last sale
Increased$16K (+1%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +189% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
September 2026$1.62M
August 2026$1.61M
July 2026$1.67M
June 2026$1.69M
May 2026$1.7M
April 2026$1.74M
March 2026$978K
February 2026$935K
January 2026$948K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

These are recently sold homes that have a similar location or other similar features to this home, like bedrooms, bathrooms, and square footage. Get a sense of the expected prices in the area by viewing these homes.
Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.04
Single-Family Home
$820,000
05/14/26
4
3
2,895
0.40
Single-Family Home
$410,000
05/14/26
4
1.5
1,752
0.94
Single-Family Home
$543,000
09/26/25
6
3.5
4,237
0.91
Single-Family Home
$740,000
03/11/26
3
3
4,262
0.50
Single-Family Home
$668,500
08/04/26
3
2
1,284
0.75
Single-Family Home
$445,000
04/29/26
6
2.5
2,348
0.23
Single-Family Home
$420,000
08/28/26
2
1.5
1,068
0.49
Single-Family Home
$310,000
02/27/26
4
2.5
1,862
1.00
Single-Family Home
$695,000
07/24/26
3
3
3,366

Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.02
$808,700
3
2
2,296
Off Market
0.04
$820,000
4
3
2,895
Recently Sold
0.11
$192,400
2
1
684
Off Market
0.13
$217,800
2
1
600
Off Market
0.15
$352,800
3
1.5
1,258
Off Market
0.17
-
-
-
-
Off Market
0.23
$420,000
2
1.5
1,068
Recently Sold
0.23
$45,000
-
-
-
Recently Sold
0.22
$145,000
2
0.5
576
Recently Sold
0.22
$19,900
-
-
-
Recently Sold
0.30
$394,200
3
1
1,807
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School3 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1937
0.46 acre lot
4,044 sqft
$396/sqft
2 Car Garage

About this House

What's unique:Stone fireplacePrivate bar and beachOversized half bathFour bedrooms upstairsCanned lightingCoffee maker
Breathtaking views of Pistakee Lake from multiple decks/patios, two story gazebo, private bar and beach! Ideal for entertaining, this open floor plan will WOW your family and friends. Hundreds of thousands spent in stone scape/patios and exterior stone siding. As you enter the two story foyer, you glide over oak floors, past the open oak stair case, into a massive dining, kitchen and living room area. Kitchen features include ample Carrara marble counter tops, SS appliances, wine fridge, tiled back splash, coffee maker, pot filler, pet feeding station with water filler, etc... Living room has vaulted ceiling, canned lighting, floor to ceiling arched windows and stone fireplace. First floor office space could convert to a small bedroom. The first floor, oversized half bath, can easily accommodate a shower stall. The four bedrooms upstairs enjoy a ghost grey tiled shower with terrazzo floor pan. The master suite has gas fire place, W/I closet, vaulted ceiling, wall of windows overlooking Pistakee. Master bathroom has double granite top sinks, ceramic earth tone flooring and tiled/glass shower with separate soaking tub. French doors lead to private master suite deck with glass sides! Lower level has guest bathroom for quick shower after a day of boating fun. The family room in the lower level has covered patio area, wine fridge and guest bedroom. The attached, oversized garage can fit your cars, boats and jet skis! Let the outdoor chef in you come out with the Bullet gas grill and pizza oven. Guests will get a Key West vibe in the outdoor 531 Pier bar with VIP top deck! Stroll down to the beach and fire pit for late night smores. Seller constructed patio base and ran conduit for a future container pool/hot tub. Oversized brick paver driveway can accommodate RV, guest/family parking. Truly a Pistakee Lake gem with too many features and improvements to list! No flood insurance required. Custom pontoon boat available separately.
531 Circle Dr, Fox Lake, IL 60020 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 4,044 sqft single-family home built in 1937. It last sold for $1,600,000 on Jul 30, 2026 (11% below the $1,795,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $1,612,200, with a rent estimate of $4,966/month.
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Robert E Frank, GRI, (847) 508-5263
Robert E. Frank Real Estate
Bought with: Renee Pehanich, Fulton Grace Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12614250

Home Details for 531 Circle Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,Crawl Space,Cellar,Exterior Entry,Rec/Family Area,Sleeping Area,Storage Space,Walk-Up Access,Daylight,Walk-Out AccessNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bedroom 5, Dining Room, Family Room, Foyer, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Office, Walk In ClosetWet Bar
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 5Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 4044 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Front Controls on Range/Cooktop, Gas Cooktop, Gas Oven, Gas Water HeaterDishwasherDryerLaundry: Main Level,Gas Dryer Hookup,In Unit,Laundry ClosetMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 2Fireplace: Gas Log, Gas Starter, Masonry, Insert, More than one, Living Room, Master BedroomHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: 200+ Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: Screens, Low Emissivity Windows, Tinted WindowsFlooring: Hardwood, Carpet
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: Ramp - Main Level, Wheelchair Ramp(s), Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood, Carpet
View
Has a ViewView: Water, Back of Property, Side(s) of Property

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Deck, Patio, ScreenedOther Structures: Gazebo, RV/Boat StorageExterior: Balcony, Boat Slip, Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit, Other, DockFoundation: Concrete Perimeter, Stone
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 9Parking: Brick Driveway,Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Driveway,Owned,Garage
Frontage
WaterfrontWaterfront: Lake Front, Lake Privileges, WaterfrontOn Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer
Farm & Range
Includes Irrigation Water Rights

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1937Year Renovated: 2018
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Traditional
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, StoneNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 05162040160000Model Home Type: CUSTOM HOME

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $1,795,000Price Per Sqft: $396/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Thu Jul 09 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: Fox Lake
School Information
Elementary School: Big Hollow Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 38Jr High / Middle School: Big Hollow Middle SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 38High School: Grant Community High SchoolHigh School District: 124

Building

Building Details
Builder Model: CUSTOM HOME
Building Area
Building Area: 4269 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Lake, Water Rights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.46 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Cash

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12614250Water ViewWater View: Water, Back of Property, Side(s) of PropertyBack On Market Date: Tue May 05 2026

Additional Information

LakeWater RightsStreet PavedSource Internet Consumer CommentSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD IDX Comments Reviews: YesMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: YesMRD Address On VOW Display: YesSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplayMRD Price History On IDX Display: YesMRD Market Time On IDX Display: YesMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address DisplayMRD Remarks On VOW Display: Yes

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 30, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12614250
Sold
$1,600,000
Jul 10, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12614250
Contingent
$1,795,000
Apr 11, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12614250
Listed For Sale
$1,795,000
Nov 2, 2018
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10055575
Sold
$631,500
Oct 5, 2018
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$699,000

Market trends in Fox Lake

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$233K
$6.67K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$188
$9
MoM
Available listings
67
1
MoM

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

  • 58 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 57 % Say it's quiet

  • 57 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 52 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 52 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 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 itโ€™s a community thatโ€™s starting to do more together (outside of Social Distancing). "
  • Patriciajeanwolf
    "Itโ€™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
    "Farmerโ€™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.
    "Iโ€™ve lived here for a few years and itโ€™s pretty quiet for the most part, Iโ€™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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Frequently asked questions about 531 Circle Dr

  • What is 531 Circle Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 531 Circle Dr in Fox Lake, IL is $1,612,200.
  • What is the price history for 531 Circle Dr?
    531 Circle Dr in Fox Lake, IL last sold for $1,600,000 in July 2026.
  • Is Fox Lake a buyer's or seller's market?
    Fox Lake is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Fox Lake?
    The median sale price in Fox Lake is $233K. That is up $6.67K from the prior month.
  • Does 531 Circle Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 531 Circle Dr in Fox Lake, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 531 Circle Dr have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 531 Circle Dr in Fox Lake, IL has in-unit laundry.

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