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136 S Shore Drive

Island Lake, IL 60042

3 beds
1 bath
1,981 sqft
6,098 sqft lot
$191 per sqft
1941 build
– on site

Charming and beautifully updated 3-Bed/1-Bth lakefront home in Island Lake! This beauty was renovated in 2023 and is move-in ready. As you enter the front door, you're greeted by a bright and spacious living room with an electric fireplace and all new flooring that flows throughout the home. The galley kitchen features all SS appliances, white cabinets and a gorgeous black subway tile backsplash. Off of the kitchen, you'll find the large dining room that overlooks the lake from it's large bay windows. There are two comfortable bedrooms and an updated full bath on the first floor. Upstairs, the finished attic is the perfect private Primary retreat. The partial, finished basement provides more living space, perfect for a family room, home office, playroom or whatever suits your needs! It also houses the laundry room. The best is yet to come as you head outside! The fenced-in yard provides stunning views of Island Lake from it's deck, perfect for enjoying sunsets and the serene water. The detached 1-car garage also has doors to the backyard and is currently used as an additional outdoor living space! There is a newer boat slip/dock as well. There are activities on the lake all year round, making it feel like you're on a year-round vacation! There have been plenty of updates to the house as well including new floors throughout, new tankless water heater in 2024, new fence in front & backyard, newly finished basement, whole exterior painted including window frames/trim and a remodeled bathroom. All of this while being close to groceries, restaurants and more! Schedule your tour today, this one won't last long!

Listing courtesy of MRED / Redfin Corporation as distributed by MLS GRID

Last checked: Checking… • Last updated Jun 9, 2025 •

MLS# 12381753 —

The Building

Year Built:

1941
Rebuilt:

No
New Construction:

false
Construction Materials:

Aluminum Siding
Architectural Style:

Cottage
Roof:

Asphalt
Basement:

Finished, Egress Window, Partial
Foundation Details:

Concrete Perimeter
Exterior Features:

Boat Slip, Dock
Window Features:

Bay Window(s),Blinds,Storm Window(s)
Patio And Porch Features:

Deck
Disability Access:

No
Other Equipment:

Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Living Area Source:

Assessor
Window Features:

Screens

Interior

Room Type:

Recreation Room
Rooms Total:

7
Interior Features:

1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
Door Features:

6 Panel Door(s)
Fireplaces Total:

1
Fireplace Features:

Electric
Fireplace Location:

Living Room
Laundry Features:

Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit
Flooring:

Laminate

Room Dimensions

Living Area:

1981

Location

Directions:

RT 176 TO WOODLAND DRIVE (TURNS INTO SOUTHSHORE) TO HOME
Location:

85464
Location:

5467

The Property

Parcel Number:

09213020500000
Property Type:

Residential
Lot Features:

Water Rights, Views
Lot Size Dimensions:

32X8X118X40X23X125
Lot Size Acres:

0.14
Rural:

N
Waterfront:

true
Additional Parcels:

false
Fencing:

Fenced
View:

Water
Waterfront Features:

Lake Front, Lake Privileges, Waterfront

Listing Agent

Contact info:

Taxes

Tax Year:

2023
Tax Annual Amount:

4974.9

Beds

Bedrooms Total:

3
Bedrooms Possible:

3

Baths

Baths:

1
Full Baths:

1

The Listing

Virtual Tour Unbranded:

Virtual Tour
Special Listing Conditions:

None

Heating & Cooling

Heating:

Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling:

Central Air

Utilities

Sewer:

Public Sewer
Electric:

Circuit Breakers
Green Energy Efficient:

Water Heater
Water Source:

Public

Appliances

Appliances:

Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

Schools

Elementary School:

Cotton Creek Elementary School
Elementary School District:

118
Middle Or Junior School:

Matthews Middle School
Middle Or Junior School District:

118
High School:

Wauconda Comm High School
High School District:

118

The Community

Community Features:

Lake, Water Rights, Street Paved
Association Fee Includes:

None
Association Fee Frequency:

Not Applicable
Master Assoc Fee Frequency:

Not Required

Parking

Parking Total:

1
Parking Features:

Gravel, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Garage Spaces:

1

Extra Units

Other Structures:

None

Monthly cost estimate

Asking price

$380,000

Expense	Monthly cost
Mortgage	$2,034
Taxes	$414
Insurance	$104
Utilities	$180 See report
Total	$2,732/mo.^*
	^*This is an estimate

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Sale history

Date	Event	Source	Price	% Change
6/9/25 Jun 9, 2025	Sold Subject To Contingencies	MRED	$380,000
6/5/25 Jun 5, 2025	Listed / Active	MRED	$380,000	43.4% (23.0% / YR)
7/17/23 Jul 17, 2023		MRED	$265,000

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This house located in Island Lake Estates, Island Lake, IL 60042 is currently for sale for $380,000. 136 S Shore Drive is a 1,981 square foot house with 3 beds and 1 bath that has been on Estately for 13 days. 136 S Shore Drive is in the Island Lake Estates neighborhood of Island Lake and has a WalkScore® of 49, making it car-dependent. This house is in the attendance area of Matthews Middle School, Wauconda Comm High School, and Cotton Creek School.

Listing courtesy of MRED, Redfin Corporation, and Michael Herrick as distributed by MLS GRID.

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