Experience the perfect blend of historic charm and 2026 modernization in this 3,100+ sq. ft. storybook estate featuring 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Perfectly perched on a designated scenic drive, this beautiful residence is a masterclass in preservation and significant modern investment, featuring an original arched door, 9ft ceilings, classic built-ins, and three finished levels of living space. Situated on a dreamy property with a master garden and circular driveway, the home offers unmatched PEACE OF MIND with so many comprehensive mechanical UPDATES: washer, dryer, and dishwasher (2026); main structure roof and water heater (2025); and new furnace, Nest thermostat, air scrubber, humidifier, and stove (2024). High-end finishes include quartz countertops (2023) for a kitchen that opens to a paver patio with a pergola and a stunning sunroom with a brick fireplace featuring new gas logs (2026). The versatile layout includes a first-floor bedroom adjacent to a full bath and a walkout lower level with radiant heat, heated entryway floors, and a 2023-renovated full bathroom. Ideal for hobbyists, the property features a 3-car garage with a 20x11 interior workshop boasting a reinforced concrete roof for a possible addition, plus a 650 sq. ft. 2-story outbuilding for ATVs and outdoor gear. Secured by iron fencing with double-wide gates and located in the premier Prairie Ridge High School boundaries just minutes from downtown Crystal Lake and the Metra, this is a rare opportunity to own a move-in-ready estate with modern reliability. Please see attachments for comprehensive list of updates and property highlights.
