38515 N Forest Ave

811 Sq. Ft.
$234 / Sq. Ft.
811
Sq. Ft.
$234
per Sq. Ft.

Description

This beautifully updated ranch home is perfectly nestled on a generous corner lot just a few blocks from the lake, offering the ideal blend of comfort, convenience, and charm. Located in a peaceful and welcoming community, this property is perfect as a downsize, summer getaway, or potential rental. Inside, you'll find stylish updates throughout, including newer stainless steel appliances in the kitchen. The open, airy layout creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for relaxing or entertaining....This beautifully updated ranch home is perfectly nestled on a generous corner lot just a few blocks from the lake, offering the ideal blend of comfort, convenience, and charm. Located in a peaceful and welcoming community, this property is perfect as a downsize, summer getaway, or potential rental. Inside, you'll find stylish updates throughout, including newer stainless steel appliances in the kitchen. The open, airy layout creates a warm and inviting atmosphere, perfect for relaxing or entertaining. Cozy up to the fireplace in the winter and step out the sliders to the spacious yard and deck in the summer - perfect all year round! The second bedroom is currently set up as a home office and laundry area, complete with a newer washer and dryer (included), but it can easily be converted back to a bedroom by relocating the laundry to the attached workroom! Extra storage in backyard shed! With its flexible layout, great location, and modern touches, this home offers incredible value and versatility. Whether you're looking for a year-round residence or a seasonal retreat, this property is a must-see!
  1. Listed by Lori Mattice • RE/MAX Plaza
    P: (847)-596-6100 C: (847)-764-4663 lorimattice@remax.net; LoriLMattice@gmail.com

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Property Details for 38515 North Forest Avenue

Area
Spring Grove
Township
Antioch
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
Architectural Style
Ranch
LISTING UPDATED: 08/27/2025 02:23 PM

Property Details for 38515 North Forest Avenue

StatusClosed
MLS #12408209
Days on Market18
Taxes$3,545 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1 Story
Year Built1963
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,500 SF
CountyLake County
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Building Information for 38515 North Forest Avenue

Stories-Year Built1963Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,500 SF

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Property Information for 38515 North Forest Avenue

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 114
  • High School District: 124
  • High School: Grant Community High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 114
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Asphalt, On Site
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 5
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: Crawl Space
  • Bedrooms Possible: 2
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: Eating Area, Foyer
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 1 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Water: Well
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 61-70 Years
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 0
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 50X150
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Cedar
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: None
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 811
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, Cash
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2025-07-01T20:37:02
  • Photos Count: 21
  • 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: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 10X9
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: N/A
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: N/A
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 11X8
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: N/A
  • Room Type: Laundry
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 18X11
Foyer Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Foyer
  • Dimensions: 10X7
Eating Area Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eating Area
  • Dimensions: 10X7

Property History for 38515 North Forest Avenue

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Aug 27, 2025

Sold

MRED #12408209

$190,000
Aug 25, 2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1916448746

$190,000

+1.9% / yr

Jul 20, 2025

Pending

MRED #12408209

Jul 20, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12408209

Jul 14, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12408209

$184,900
Jul 8, 2025

Contingent

MRED #12408209

Jul 3, 2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12408209

$184,900
Sep 20, 2024

Cancelled

MRED #12037238

$198,000
Sep 20, 2024

Expired

MetroMLS #1872855

$198,000
Sep 8, 2024

Temporarily Off Market

MRED #12037238

$198,000
Jun 12, 2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #12037238

$199,000
Jun 12, 2024

Temporarily Off Market

MRED #12037238

$199,000
May 27, 2024

Contingent

MRED #12037238

May 13, 2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #12037238

$199,000
May 6, 2024

Contingent

MRED #12037238

Apr 26, 2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #12037238

$199,000
Apr 26, 2024

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #1872855

$199,000
Jul 7, 2023

Sold

MRED #11776798

$182,500
Jul 6, 2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1514664690

$182,500

+20.0% / yr

Jun 6, 2023

Pending

MRED #11776798

Jun 6, 2023

Contingent

MRED #11776798

May 15, 2023

Listed (Active)

MRED #11776798

$189,900
May 9, 2023

Contingent

MRED #11776798

May 4, 2023

Listed (Active)

MRED #11776798

$189,900
Dec 5, 2011

Sold

MRED #07884260

$22,000
Dec 3, 2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #321708410

$22,000
Nov 18, 2011

Pending

MRED #07884260

Nov 8, 2011

Listed (Active)

MRED #07884260

$50,000
DateEvent & SourcePrice
08/27/2025

Sold

MRED #12408209

$190,000
08/25/2025

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1916448746

$190,000

+1.9% / yr

07/20/2025

Pending

MRED #12408209

07/20/2025

Contingent

MRED #12408209

07/14/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12408209

$184,900
07/08/2025

Contingent

MRED #12408209

07/03/2025

Listed (Active)

MRED #12408209

$184,900
09/20/2024

Cancelled

MRED #12037238

$198,000
09/20/2024

Expired

MetroMLS #1872855

$198,000
09/08/2024

Temporarily Off Market

MRED #12037238

$198,000
06/12/2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #12037238

$199,000
06/12/2024

Temporarily Off Market

MRED #12037238

$199,000
05/27/2024

Contingent

MRED #12037238

05/13/2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #12037238

$199,000
05/06/2024

Contingent

MRED #12037238

04/26/2024

Listed (Active)

MRED #12037238

$199,000
04/26/2024

Listed (Active)

MetroMLS #1872855

$199,000
07/07/2023

Sold

MRED #11776798

$182,500
07/06/2023

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #1514664690

$182,500

+20.0% / yr

06/06/2023

Pending

MRED #11776798

06/06/2023

Contingent

MRED #11776798

05/15/2023

Listed (Active)

MRED #11776798

$189,900
05/09/2023

Contingent

MRED #11776798

05/04/2023

Listed (Active)

MRED #11776798

$189,900
12/05/2011

Sold

MRED #07884260

$22,000
12/03/2011

Sold (Public Record)

Public Record #321708410

$22,000
11/18/2011

Pending

MRED #07884260

11/08/2011

Listed (Active)

MRED #07884260

$50,000

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 38515 North Forest Avenue

Taxable ValueLand$2,852Additions$46,594Total$49,446
Tax Record2024$3,545 ($295 / month)
Home Facts
Beds2Baths1Total Finished SqFt811 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt811 SqFtStories1Lot Size7,501 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1963Year Renovated1992CountyLAKEAPN01-34-119-009Fireplace TypeHas Fireplace

Schools near 38515 North Forest Avenue

This home is within Fox Lake Grade School District 114 School District.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 4
Public - 5 to 8
Public - 9 to 12
Rating
School
Distance
Lotus School
PublicPK to 4

Stanton School
Public5 to 8

Grant Community High School
Public9 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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