34966 N Forest Ave

1,400 Sq. Ft.
$193 / Sq. Ft.
1,400
Sq. Ft.
$193
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Adorable, Refreshed & Ready for Lake Life! This 2-bedroom + loft getaway brings all the good vibes - with a main-floor bedroom & bath and an upper-level bedroom + loft that's perfect for guests or a chill hangout space. One and a half baths make it easy for everyone to unwind after a day on the water. And the best part? You get 3 LOTS on the navigable channel to Motorized boat Duck Lake (150 ft of Channel Front!) Cruise out, cast a line, or float the afternoon away. Everything's been refreshed -...Adorable, Refreshed & Ready for Lake Life! This 2-bedroom + loft getaway brings all the good vibes - with a main-floor bedroom & bath and an upper-level bedroom + loft that's perfect for guests or a chill hangout space. One and a half baths make it easy for everyone to unwind after a day on the water. And the best part? You get 3 LOTS on the navigable channel to Motorized boat Duck Lake (150 ft of Channel Front!) Cruise out, cast a line, or float the afternoon away. Everything's been refreshed - new flooring, brand-new kitchen, fresh paint, new vanity in the half bath, modern railings, wafer lighting, and new ceiling fans. Fridge & stove are just 6 years young, and the dishwasher is brand new! Welcome to Duck Lake Woods - one of Ingleside's best Kept Secret neighborhoods for summer fun, friendly faces, and easy lake living. We even have a Beach, Clubhouse & Picnic Grounds! Build a garage for the toys on one of the lots! Note: No Chain O Lakes access from Duck Lake - channel to Squaw Bar/under Rollins is not navigable. Surveys are in additional info.
  1. Listed by Cheryl Black • Keller Williams North Shore West
    P: (847)-383-6600 C: (815)-353-8248 cherylblack1961@gmail.com;cheryl.black@KW.com

Sold By Better Homes and Garden Real Estate Star Homes

Property Details for 34966 North Forest Avenue

Area
Ingleside
Subdivision
Duck Lake Woods
Township
Grant
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
1.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
1.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
LISTING UPDATED: 02/05/2026 02:34 AM

Property Details for 34966 North Forest Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #12531156
Days on Market26
Taxes$3,582 / year
HOA Fees$100
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 2 Stories
Year Built1946
Lot Size0.55 AC / 23,958 SF
CountyLake County
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Building Information for 34966 North Forest Avenue

Stories-Year Built1946Building Size-Lot Size0.55 AC / 23,958 SF

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Property Information for 34966 North Forest Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 38
  • Elementary School: Big Hollow Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Big Hollow Middle School
  • High School District: 124
  • High School: Grant Community High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 38
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Gravel, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: East
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Voluntary
  • Association Fee Includes: Clubhouse, Lake Rights, Other
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: Yes
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 5
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Community Features: Clubhouse, Park, Lake, Water Rights, Street Lights, Street Paved
  • Bath Amenities: Soaking Tub
  • Basement Type: Crawl Space
  • Bedrooms Possible: 2
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Sq Ft: 0
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Num of Baths: 1.1
Exterior Features
  • Patio And Porch Features: Porch
  • Type: 2 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Well
  • Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Type Detached: 2 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 1400
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 1400
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 1400
  • Lower Sq Ft: 0
  • Main Sq Ft: 1092
  • Upper Sq Ft: 308
  • Lot Description: Channel Front, Water Rights, Level
  • Lot Size: .50-.99 Acre
  • Lot Dimensions: 150x160
  • Waterfront: Yes
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Aluminum Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • Foundation Details: Brick/Mortar
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Flood Zone (Partial)
  • Below Grade Finished Area: 0.0
  • Living Area Source: Estimated
  • Assessor Square Footage: 1103
  • Unfinished Basement Sq Ft: 0
  • Unfinished Lower Sq Ft: 0
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2025-12-11T01:14:34
  • Photos Count: 49
  • OpenHouse Count: 0
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Virtual Tour YN: No
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 11X11
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 13X13
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 9X6
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 22X13
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 7X4

Property History for 34966 North Forest Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Feb 2, 2026

Sold

MRED #12531156

$270,000
Jan 4, 2026

Pending

MRED #12531156

Jan 4, 2026

Contingent

MRED #12531156

Dec 10, 2025

Cancelled

MRED #12506099

$283,000
Dec 10, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12531156

$275,000
Oct 31, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12506099

$285,000
May 9, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1467347471

$165,000
May 5, 2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1467347470

$157,500
DateEvent & SourcePrice
02/02/2026

Sold

MRED #12531156

$270,000
01/04/2026

Pending

MRED #12531156

01/04/2026

Contingent

MRED #12531156

12/10/2025

Cancelled

MRED #12506099

$283,000
12/10/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12531156

$275,000
10/31/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12506099

$285,000
05/09/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1467347471

$165,000
05/05/2021

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1467347470

$157,500

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Public Records for 34966 North Forest Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$4,032Additions$37,751Total$41,783
Tax Record2024$2,664 ($222 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1Total Finished SqFt1,103 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt1,103 SqFtStories2Lot Size7,009 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1946CountyLAKEAPN05-23-102-005

Schools near 34966 North Forest Avenue

This home is within Grant Chsd 124 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 1
Public - 2 to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Big Hollow Primary School
PublicPK to 1

Big Hollow Elementary School
Public2 to 4

Big Hollow Middle School
Public5 to 8

Grant Community High School
Public9 to 12

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