968 Knowles Rd, Gurnee, IL 60031
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SOLD
MAR 16, 2026

968 Knowles Rd
Gurnee, IL 60031

  • 4 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 2,463 sqft (on 0.29 acres)

$490,000

Last Sold: Mar 16, 2026
2% below list $500K
$199/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $3,612/mo*
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$490,000

Last Sold: Mar 16, 2026
2% below list $500K
$199/sqft
Est. Refi. Payment $3,612/mo*
Refinance Your Home
4 Beds
3.5 Baths
2,463 sqft
(on 0.29 acres)

Local Information

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Description

Welcome to this beautifully maintained 4-bedroom, 3.5-bath residence offering 2,463 square feet of stylish and functional living space. Situated on a quiet, tree-lined street, this two-story home showcases gleaming hardwood floors throughout, creating a warm and inviting ambiance from the moment you arrive. The open-concept main level flows seamlessly-ideal for both entertaining and day-to-day living. The well-appointed kitchen features ample cabinetry and opens to a bright dining area and a sunlit living room. Upstairs, you'll find generously sized bedrooms, including a spacious primary suite with a private en suite bath. The fully finished basement is a standout feature-complete with a wet bar, making it perfect for movie nights, recreation, or additional living space. A versatile bonus room, originally intended as a third-car garage, provides added flexibility and can be used as a home office, fitness studio, creative space, or hobby area-tailored to your lifestyle. Step outside to a large deck that overlooks a fully fenced backyard-ideal for outdoor enjoyment, gardening, or relaxing in privacy. Additional highlights include an attached 2-car garage and an extended driveway for added convenience. With its flexible layout, thoughtful upgrades, and inviting spaces, this home offers comfort, functionality, and timeless appeal. Schedule your showing today!
968 Knowles Rd, Gurnee, IL 60031 is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 2,463 sqft single-family home built in 1996. It last sold for $490,000 on Mar 16, 2026 (2% below the $499,900 asking price). It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $496,200, with a rent estimate of $3,367/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
2 Car Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
$10/Monthly
Price/Sqft
$199/sqft
Listed
180+ days ago

Home Details for 968 Knowles Rd

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 10Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Bonus Room, Den, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms: 4Number of Bathrooms (full): 3Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 2463 Square Feet
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 2Accessibility: No Disability Access
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Exterior Features

Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 2Parking: Yes,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Public Sewer

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1996
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family Residence
Building
Construction Materials: Wood SidingNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 07183040480000Model Home Type: SEVILLE

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $499,900Price Per Sqft: $199/sqft
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Feb 16 2026Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: GurneeCommunity: Ravinia Woods
School Information
Elementary School District: 50Jr High / Middle School District: 50High School: Warren Township High SchoolHigh School District: 121

Building

Building Details
Builder Model: SEVILLE
Building Area
Building Area: 1100 Square Feet

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: OtherHas an HOAHOA Fee: $125/Annually

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.29 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: FHA

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12526828

Additional Information

Source Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD Listing On IDX Display: YesMRD AVM On IDX Display: NoMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display
Last check for updates: about 2 hours ago
Listed by Albert Lin, (630) 362-9098
Lotus Land Realty LLC,
Christopher Lynn
Lotus Land Realty LLC,
Bought with: Ericka Crosby, (773) 354-3924, eXp Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12526828

Price History for 968 Knowles Rd

DatePriceEventSource
03/16/2026$490,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12526828
02/18/2026$499,900ContingentMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12526828
12/03/2025$499,900Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12526828
11/03/2025$509,000ListingRemovedMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12400239
09/19/2025$509,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12400239
08/27/2025$514,000PriceChange
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12400239
06/25/2025$519,000Listed For SaleMRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12400239
09/12/1996$231,500Sold
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Market trends in Gurnee

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$365K
$23.17KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.8%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$190
$0MoM
Available listings
90
14MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$11,094
Assessment$405,650
Home facts updated by county records

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Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
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1112 Laurel Ln, Gurnee, IL
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$470,000
08/01/25
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1130 Laurel Ln, Gurnee, IL
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$440,000
12/02/25
4
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1211 Laurel Ln, Gurnee, IL
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$485,000
07/10/26
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1109 Ravinia Dr, Gurnee, IL
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$520,000
09/08/25
4
3
2,759
735 Ravinia Dr, Gurnee, IL
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$449,000
09/05/25
4
2.5
2,638
7781 Rippling Ridge Ct, Gurnee, IL
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$480,000
06/03/26
4
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1126 Vista Dr, Gurnee, IL
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Single-Family Home
$621,126
06/01/26
4
3.5
2,757
1379 Clavey Ln, Gurnee, IL
0.38
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$409,000
08/22/25
4
3.5
2,214
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What Locals Say about Gurnee

At least 304 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 89 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 87 % Say car is needed

  • 87 % Say parking is easy

  • 78 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 75 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 71 % Say it's quiet

  • 69 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 69 % Say kids play outside

  • 67 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 66 % Say there's wildlife

  • 55 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 52 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 39 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 38 % Say there are community events

  • 31 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

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  • Todd.d.walls
    "Gurnee, Illinois is a great place to raise a family. Very close to the border of Wisconsin, for lower price gasoline, groceries and clothing. The forest preserves .offer awesome trails, fishing and non-motorized boating."
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  • Todd.d.walls
    "Commuting to another northern suburb is not an issue, especially if you are traveling north and south. It’s very easy access to interstate/tollway to both southeast Wisconsin and south Lake / northern Cook county. It’s a great place to live."
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  • Todd.d.walls
    "Gurnee Days, holiday train, beer fest and local shopping. We also have Gurnee Mills shopping, Six Flags Great America for summer and fall activities as well as indoor water park."
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  • Joya Ekworomadu
    "This neighborhood is very family-oriented. And has a sense of pride. Really integral, safe, and fun place to raise a family."
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    "There’s dogs in our neighborhood. We also have a dog park near by. Dog owners would be totally comfortable. "
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  • Todd.d.walls
    "Clean and safe neighborhoods. Also lots of options for eating out and close to our neighboring state, Wisconsin. And……Great America…fun …fun….fun. That’s it!"
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  • Debra Rottweiler
    "Great schools, neighborhood and neighbors. Good schools. There are several fast food places. Not many “good” sit down places. We usually go to Vernon Hills or Grayslake."
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  • Paula Knutel
    "We have lots of dogs in the neighborhood. We see each other in the neighborhood or neighborhood parks when we are out walking "
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  • Alexis Honey
    "There are a good amount of children in the area, and outside of the busy streets it’s relatively safe!"
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  • Paula K.
    "Lots of dogs in our neighborhood. Very dog friendly. Walking path through two little parks. Doggy waste bags available at each park."
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  • Shelkey.kick
    "Quite area for the most part. Parents need to watch there teenagers better, that they are not trying to burn down the trees have left! Lovely dog with questionable owners what don’t have them leashed at night while coyotes are out there just waiting."
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  • Sandy M.
    "it's a great area for kids as the park is down the street. everyone is very friendly and neighbors look out for each other "
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  • Kdr220721
    "Quick access to the highway, also not terribly far from multiple train stations that can take you all the way to union station"
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  • Martin W.
    "Their are many parks and sidewalks in Gurnee. Also their are lots of local pet’s businesses in the local area."
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  • Rachael R.
    "Easy access to troll ways. A lot of food options. Not walkable ."
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  • Smirna R.
    "Very peaceful are, I relocated the this area from Florida and I find it very comfortable living here.#Guenee.IL"
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  • Rhonda M.
    "Gurnee is a good community. Good schools, library, ans shopping. I do wish we had more of a downtown area."
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  • Strakusek
    "Lived here for 30 plus years. Awesome! Great people. Close to shopping. Very safe. Great schooos. A perfect place to raise a family. "
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  • Ashduffy8707
    "There’s a six flags and a big mall. U have to drive everywhere. There’s a lot of hotels. There’s a lot of shopping areas."
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  • Gloria
    "friendly place during the day but the park can be over whelming when dark comes with random people that dont live by you"
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  • Shannon I.
    "Trick or treating, parks, bike riding, trails, kayaking... we have great neighbors here who we love very much"
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  • Cindy L.
    "Gurnee mills mall and the convenient commute to great America ... so that’s what is special about the Gurnee community "
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  • Cindy L.
    "Nothing spectacular because where I live is by the mall and six flags ... so those are your community spots "
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  • Renee F.
    "There are trails close by and some of the people are friendly when it comes to you being out with your dog"
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  • Kelley A.
    "I have lived in Gurnee for quite some time and it really is a nice place to live. The schools are great, the neighborhoods are clean and the people are kind. "
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  • Roger L.
    "Live in this area for 15 years, it is safe, clean and I love it, recommend it as a nice place to live. I never experienced any problems in this neighborhood."
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  • Efinnelly
    "Friendly neighbors, walk to the park, community events, holiday cheer, well kept yards, kids riding bikes, buses, great schools"
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  • Chicagofinnest
    "Gurnee days and that the streets are clean and the neighborhood is very nice and clean and the neighbors are all nice and friendly "
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  • Efinnelly
    "Music in the park Farmers markets Gurnee Days Vacation Bible School Sledding Trick or Treating Dog Parks "
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  • Jaz K.
    "There are many areas to walk a dog. Sidewalks, grass, parks. Nice area for walking dogs. Neighborhood is friendly. "
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  • Megan S.
    "people are friendly. it is a nice clean neighborhood. there is no crime because we are so close to the police station. the library is within walking distance."
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  • Renee F.
    "Very great community and we love being here. There is a lot for our kids to do and the school district is great!"
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  • Justin w.
    "Easy except rush hour,normally around 5-6 the northbound is bad other than that,easy to travel around town."
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  • Maria G.
    "It is quiet and feels safe to live here. I love the atmosphere around this neighborhood. "
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  • Kathleen F. G.
    "There are many families in our neighborhood. Several parks in the area plus a golf course where our grandson has taken lessons & played with his dad & my husband. "
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  • Lilyvampwolf
    "it's quiet. mostly everything you need is on one road. the pace bus runs regularly. it's right in the middle of Chicago and Milwaukee."
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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