565 Eletson Dr, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
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SOLD
JUN 25, 2026

565 Eletson Dr
Crystal Lake, IL 60014

  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 2,036 sqft (on 0.27 acres)

$355,000

Last Sold: Jun 25, 2026
1% over list $350K
$174/sqft

$355,000

Last Sold: Jun 25, 2026
1% over list $350K
$174/sqft
3 Beds
2 Baths
2,036 sqft
(on 0.27 acres)

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$357K
Since last month
Increased$2K (+0.5%)
Since last year
Increased$4K (+1.2%)
Since last sale
Increased$2K (+0.6%)
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 +106% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
August 2026$357K
July 2026$356K
June 2026$355K
May 2026$355K
April 2026$366K
March 2026$360K
February 2026$349K
January 2026$345K
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
0.09
Single-Family Home
$385,000
08/14/25
3
2
1,880
0.03
Single-Family Home
$243,000
11/18/25
3
1.5
1,364
0.24
Single-Family Home
$389,000
05/29/26
3
1.5
2,226
0.33
Single-Family Home
$365,000
07/22/26
3
2
1,600
0.12
Single-Family Home
$260,000
07/01/26
5
1.5
1,700
0.12
Single-Family Home
$385,000
03/16/26
3
3.5
1,829
0.31
Single-Family Home
$289,900
05/01/26
4
2
1,956
0.27
Single-Family Home
$350,000
12/15/25
4
2
1,702
0.33
Single-Family Home
$350,000
05/26/26
3
1.5
1,320

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
0.06
$401,600
3
3
1,966
Off Market
0.03
$354,000
3
1.5
1,364
For Sale
0.08
$333,000
3
1
1,092
Recently Sold
0.03
$394,700
4
2
1,557
Off Market
0.05
$385,300
4
2
2,346
Off Market
0.07
$415,000
4
2.5
3,804
Recently Sold
0.12
$385,000
3
3.5
1,829
Recently Sold
0.14
$329,300
3
1
1,092
Off Market
0.09
$389,900
3
1.5
2,400
For Sale
0.14
$313,000
3
1
1,092
Off Market
0.15
$345,800
3
2
1,320
Off Market

Local Information

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Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1973
Lot Size
0.27 acres
Living Area
2,036 sqft
Price/Sqft
$174/sqft
Parking
2 Car Garage
HOA
None

About this House

Stop scrolling if you have been waiting for space, location, and upside at a price point that is getting harder to find in Crystal Lake. 565 Eletson Drive is a split-level home with a sub-basement offering approximately 2,036 square feet, an attached 2-car garage, multiple living areas, 2 full baths, and the kind of flexible layout that creates real opportunity for the next owner. This home needs TLC - no sugarcoating it - but the bones, space, and potential are here. The main level features hardwood floors, a generous living room, dining area, and kitchen ready for your vision. The lower level includes a spacious family room with a wood-burning stone fireplace, plus additional finished space that could serve as an office, guest space, playroom, hobby room, workout area, or future reimagined living space. The sub-basement adds even more room for storage, recreation, or future improvement. Outside, the property offers a wide yard, mature trees, and an attached 2-car garage. The enclosed porch/sunroom area adds another layer of possibility for buyers who see what this home could become with the right updates. Located in Crystal Lake with convenient access to McHenry Avenue, Route 14, shopping, dining, parks, lake-area recreation, Metra access, and downtown Crystal Lake amenities, this home sits in a location buyers continue to seek out for convenience and lifestyle. Whether you are a buyer looking to create sweat equity, an investor searching for a value-add property, or someone who understands that the best opportunities do not always come wrapped in a bow, 565 Eletson Drive deserves a serious look. Bring your contractor, bring your imagination, and bring your numbers. Sold as-is. Buyer to verify room count, condition, repairs, permits, financing eligibility, and future improvement potential.
565 Eletson Dr, Crystal Lake, IL 60014 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 2,036 sqft single-family home built in 1973. It last sold for $355,000 on Jun 25, 2026 (1% above the $350,000 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $356,500, with a rent estimate of $2,636/month.

Home Details for 565 Eletson Dr

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished,PartialNumber of Rooms: 9Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Play Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2036 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDryerRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: Wood Burning, Family RoomHas a Fireplace
Gas & Electric
Electric: 100 Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Flooring: Hardwood, Laminate
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Levels: Bi-Level, Tri-LevelAccessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood, Laminate
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Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Garage Door Opener,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1973
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Bi-Level,Other,Mid Level
Building
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, BrickNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1908105004

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $350,000Price Per Sqft: $174/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Fri May 29 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: Crystal Lake
School Information
Elementary School: Coventry Elementary SchoolElementary School District: 47Jr High / Middle School District: 47High School District: 47

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.27 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12652022Activation Date: Fri May 22 2026

Additional Information

Source Internet Consumer CommentMRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource 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
Last check for updates: about 5 hours ago
Listed by Elizabeth Goodchild, CSC,GRI, (847) 691-2976
Realty of America
Daniel Goodchild, (224) 817-1320
Realty of America
Bought with: Carol Hoefer, ABR,CRS,SFR, (815) 236-0034, RE/MAX Suburban
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12652022

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 25, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12652022
Sold
$355,000
May 30, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12652022
Contingent
$350,000
May 22, 2026
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12652022
Listed For Sale
$350,000
May 9, 2016
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09189481
Sold
$172,000
Apr 11, 2016
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$169,900

Market trends in Crystal Lake

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$371K
Sale-to-List Price
100.4%
0.4%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$193
$0
MoM
Available listings
145
8
MoM
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What Locals Say about Crystal Lake

At least 311 Trulia users voted on each feature.
  • 93 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 86 % Say parking is easy

  • 83 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 82 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 81 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 80 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 78 % Say kids play outside

  • 70 % Say it's quiet

  • 66 % Say there's wildlife

  • 65 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 57 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 49 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 42 % Say there are community events

  • 36 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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  • Kyle Wright
    "Great parks and beaches!"
  • Sjuarez0502
    "Holiday events such as 4th of July, Christmas, etc."
  • Bobeyerly
    "Neighborhood get togethers are pretty frequent. Trick or treating is a lot of fun. I would recommend this area to young families. "
  • Carmen Bulc
    "Farmers market on sundays at the dole mansion and art events. Crystal lake has many events down town and great restaurants as well. Brewing company has October fest events and three oaks has during the summer live music every weekend. Great wake boarding at the cable park in three oaks "
  • 4cfx6y2y9n
    "Luckily it’s only a two minute journey from home to work for me! I live very close to route 14 and crystal lake avenue I can get anywhere in under ten minutes. "
  • Bobbie Zamzam
    "I’ve lived in this neighborhood for about 8 years. I love the nature that visits. Very quiet neighborhood. "
  • Lisa Clark
    "Great neighborhood to raise a family. I believe public transportation is available. Shopping is nearby. 3 Oaks Recreation Center and Crystal Lake Main Beach are amazing."
  • Bobbie Zamzam
    "Commuting to downtown is easy to access since the community has two train stations, one in downtown area and one on Pingree Road. The train stations are also have shelters for in climate weather. The downtown station has many restaurants and places to eat and socialize. "
  • Edward Nowakowski
    "Dog owners would love the many walking paths, wide open spaces in many neighborhood parks to play with their furry friends."
  • Francisco Harper
    "Great area for jobs and the people tend to be nice. Definitely a great area for families. The schools are also great"
  • Joey Soldan
    "Dog owners will like the area of crystal lake, friendly and peaceful. I would recommend to owning dogs in crystal lake "
  • Nancy Morales
    "Best are to raise a family and truly be happy here. Everyone is kind and the restaurant are amazing."
  • Trulia User
    "Taste of Crystal Lake, Movies in the Park, Cardboard Regatta. Parks and paths, the lake, close to town. Great neighbors who are willing to help! such a close-knit community."
  • Staci B.
    "The school District is really good. We have many parks in the area and lots of activities too. There's a bike path that goes from Wi through our town all the way down south. "
  • Firstbolter87
    "Crystal Lake is a decent area. kids still play around the neighborhoods. I have lived here for many years."
  • Firstbolter87
    "everything is within 15min. pretty easy to get around. no taxi's or a lot of busses though. can walk to a few places."
  • Firstbolter87
    "Everything is within 15-20 min including other towns. I feel safe when I go out. There aren't many buses or taxi's."
  • Sjuarez0502
    "My neighborhood is awesome.!! Near to am west beach, great people, near multiple amenities, shopping and fun things "
  • Michaelrmedow
    "People in the neighborhood are very friendly and keep their dogs on leashes. The dogs in our neighborhood are also quite friendly too. "
  • Nancy M.
    "Best small town with a lot to offer. It's a great little town. We have safe places to go. Not so much crime at all."
  • Ash.chantelois
    "I'm unsure of community events at this time. There are usually events in downtown at least, or in the theatre downtown."
  • Mam D. J.
    "The respect for everyone, the people don’t interrupt you at any time, my neighborhood is so quiet and the people is nice, we can go for a walk because is near to the downtown, is the central school near here, is the police all the time near the neighborhood "
  • Erin H.
    "Im usually working a lot so I cant make most special events unless I plan ahead of time. I do like the Halloween walk they do by IHOP and everyone is so friendly. I lovey this town and I grew up in Cary so I know a lot of people between both towns."
  • Redytowear
    "I don’t. I work out of my home office. There is some traffic on route 14 from Fox River Grove to Crystal Lake during commute times"
  • Ogrady200
    "It’s very dog friendly. Has dog parks. Most Dog owners are all very responsible with all aspects of having a pet."
  • Jessica H.
    "the feeling of being safe, husmann school is amazing, parks are amazing, downtown is super cute, lots of variety when it comes to shopping"
  • Dave
    "Great family friendly community. Lacks higher end restaurants, but lots of choices in the chain variety. Very friendly and really solid emergency services: policy, EMS, fire, etc. 1 to 1.5 hr by train to downtown Chicago."
  • Sharon B.
    "Very nice area but the taxes here are crazy....which is why we moved to North Carolina. The lake is very nice and the schools are quite good. Traffic has become heavy around Randall Road and the housing density has definitely increased."
  • Julia V.
    "Very dog friendly place to live. My only caveat is that sometimes dogs in their backyard facing the sidewalk bark which can be intimidating!"
  • Dianemlemush
    "We are unincorporated with lower taxes l, friendly safe neighborhood. Fire department a block away "
  • Erica H.
    "it's a very family safe neighborhood. teachers and schools are the best. the city takes care of itself "
  • Jennifer Y.
    "Friendly community, tons of kids to play with! Love proximity to schools, shopping, etc. we have only lived here 3 months, but it already feels like home"
  • Ron M.
    "Many families. A major park is very near. A nature trail is very near. The trail lead all the way to Wisconsin to the north and down to Elgin to the south. "
  • M.heinz
    "I have lived in CL my whole life. It is a great place to live and bring up kids. Great schools parks and recreation. Shopping restaurants. The people are friendly ."
  • Samantha P.
    "Love being by the lake. many lovely trees and plants. beautiful houses and alot of cool shops too. "
  • M.heinz
    "Close to shopping,schools and recreation. Nice community where people care about each other. The town is well kept. Great place to raise families."
  • Sarahmariemcmaster
    "Other dog owners are friendly in my neighborhood as long as you pick up after your dogs. They get penalized by the HOA if you don’t. The streets are lit at night for when you do walk your dogs and there is a park near by that other dogs from the neighbor walk durning the morning. A very dog friendly community. "
  • Christopher D.
    "very control neighborhoods and neighbors are will call the cops if someone is breathing the wrong way "
  • GB S.
    "It’s a great neighborhood to live in with tons of amazing people to help you out when needed. Everyone is very kind and the crime in my are is super low, which makes it easier for me to trust the area."
  • Betheicherl
    "Wide sidewalks and people with mean dogs always walk the other way. There is parks that you can let ur dog run through if they are trained to behave.. "

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Frequently asked questions about 565 Eletson Dr

  • What is 565 Eletson Dr estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 565 Eletson Dr in Crystal Lake, IL is $356,500.
  • What is the price history for 565 Eletson Dr?
    565 Eletson Dr in Crystal Lake, IL last sold for $355,000 in June 2026.
  • Is Crystal Lake a buyer's or seller's market?
    Crystal Lake is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in Crystal Lake?
    The median sale price in Crystal Lake is $371K. That is roughly unchanged from the prior month.
  • Does 565 Eletson Dr have air conditioning?
    Yes, 565 Eletson Dr in Crystal Lake, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 565 Eletson Dr have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 565 Eletson Dr in Crystal Lake, IL has in-unit laundry.
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