720 Sq. Ft.
$208 / Sq. Ft.
720
Sq. Ft.
$208
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Cute ranch home that sits on a hill out of the floodplain, yet only a block away from the lake! Located near marinas, parks and restaurants. Not far from downtown Fox Lake with the commuter train and movie theater. Newer roof, siding, furnace and water heater. Great starter home, rental, or summer getaway! Sold "As Is", multiple offers received, highest and best by end of day on Thursday, January 15 pleaseCute ranch home that sits on a hill out of the floodplain, yet only a block away from the lake! Located near marinas, parks and restaurants. Not far from downtown Fox Lake with the commuter train and movie theater. Newer roof, siding, furnace and water heater. Great starter home, rental, or summer getaway! Sold "As Is", multiple offers received, highest and best by end of day on Thursday, January 15 please
  1. Listed by Jeffrey Bell • RE/MAX Plaza
    P: (847)-601-1201 C: (847)-601-1201 jeff_bell_remax@sbcglobal.net;jeffreybell@remax.net

Property Details for 8 Cross Street

Area
Fox Lake
Township
Grant
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Air Conditioning Type
Central Air
Num of Interior Fireplaces
0
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air
LISTING UPDATED: 01/18/2026 12:06 AM

Property Details for 8 Cross Street

StatusActive
MLS #12545685
Days on Market11
Taxes$1,940 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 1 Story
Year Built1953
Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,410 SF
CountyLake County

Location

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Building Information for 8 Cross Street

Stories-Year Built1953Building Size-Lot Size0.17 AC / 7,410 SF

Payment Calculator

$892 per month

30 year fixed, 6.15% Interest

Principal and Interest

$731

Property Taxes

$162

HOA Dues

$0

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Property Information for 8 Cross Street

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 114
  • Elementary School: Stanton School
  • Jr High Middle School: Lotus School
  • High School District: 124
  • High School: Grant Community High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 114
Addtl Parking Information
  • Parking Details: Asphalt, Brick Driveway, Yes
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Num Of Rooms: 4
  • Bedrooms Total: 2
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Basement Type: Crawl Space
  • Bedrooms Possible: 2
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Fuses
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Room Type: No additional rooms
  • Num of Baths: 1.0
Exterior Features
  • Type: 1 Story
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Sewer-Public
  • Water: Public
  • Appliances: Washer, Dryer
Property/Lot Information
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 71-80 Years
  • Type Detached: 1 Story
  • Total Sq Ft: 720
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 720
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 720
  • Main Sq Ft: 720
  • Lot Size: Less Than .25 Acre
  • Lot Size Source: County Records
  • Lot Dimensions: 57 x 130
  • Other Structures: Shed(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Construction: Vinyl Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: School Bus Service
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
  • Assessor Square Footage: 720
Property and Assessments
  • Public Document Count: 1
  • Document Date: 2026-01-12T20:01:48
  • Photos Count: 10
  • Rural: N
  • 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: 12X10
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 10X10
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: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 5X7
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 16X12

Property History for 8 Cross Street

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
Jan 12, 2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12545685

$149,900
DateEvent & SourcePrice
01/12/2026

Listed (Active)

MRED #12545685

$149,900

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

Public Records for 8 Cross Street

Taxable ValueLand$7,808Additions$23,915Total$31,723
Tax Record2024$1,884 ($157 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Baths1Total Finished SqFt720 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt720 SqFtStories1Lot Size6,517 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1953CountyLAKEAPN05-09-409-022

Schools near 8 Cross Street

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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8 Cross Street is a single family home for sale in Fox Lake, IL 60020. This property was listed for sale on January 12, 2026 by RE/MAX Plaza, it's currently listed at $149,900. This listing's school districts are Grant Chsd 124 School District, Fox Lake Grade School District 114 School District. Nearby schools include Lotus School, Stanton School and Grant Community High School. 8 Cross Street is a 2-bed, 1-bath, 720 sqft single family home built in 1953.

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