Spectacular water-view property featuring a 3-bedroom, 3-bath main home plus a private-entry 1-bedroom apartment; ideal for multi-generational living or investors seeking income potential. Located across from a riverside park, the home offers stunning water views from the living room, primary suite, and expansive two-tier wrap-around deck. The main level features spacious rooms, a kitchen with stone countertops, stainless-steel appliances, center island, and deck access, plus a dining area for gathering. The living room includes a fireplace and panoramic views, while the family room offers a wood-burning fireplace. Two bedrooms with private baths complete the main level. The entire second floor is the primary suite with vaulted ceilings, oversized walk-in closet, and spa-like bath with jetted tub, separate shower, dual vanity, and bidet. Additional highlights include a partial basement and oversized heated 3-car garage with space for a boat, motorhome, and recreational gear. Home interior has fresh paint and new carpet. There's a separate entrance apartment with cozy living room fireplace, full kitchen, bedroom, bath with shower, and washer/dryer. Local lore even suggests a hidden tunnel once connected the home to the Fox River Grove train station and was used by Al Capone. A rare combination of scenic beauty, flexibility, and income potential. Home is being sold As-Is. Note: New roof on hot tub deck in 10/2026.
Active
$450,000
401 N River Rd, Fox River Grove, IL 60021
4beds
3,530sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1917
10,541 Square Feet Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$127/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Spectacular water-view propertyCenter islandKitchen with stone countertopsSpacious roomsExpansive two-tier wrap-around deckDeck accessStainless-steel appliances
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Likely to sell faster than
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Mark East, PSA,RENE,SFR 224-715-4127,
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12678777
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 4
- Full bathrooms: 4
Rooms
- Room types: Den, Kitchen, Foyer, Eating Area, Storage
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Second
- Area: 580 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29X20
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 170 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X17
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X13
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Laminate)
- Level: Second
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X11
Den
- Features: Flooring (Laminate)
- Level: Second
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 108 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X9
Eating area
- Features: Flooring (Laminate)
- Level: Second
- Area: 84 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 240 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X12
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 60 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 6X10
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island), Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X14
Kitchen 2nd
- Features: Flooring (Laminate)
- Level: Second
- Area: 99 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X11
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 522 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X29
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 540 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 20X27
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
- Laundry: In Unit
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, In-Law Floorplan, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Flooring: Hardwood
- Windows: Skylight(s)
- Basement: Unfinished,Partial
- Attic: Dormer
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Electric, Gas Starter, Includes Accessories, Family Room, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 4,791
- Total interior livable area: 3,530 sqft
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Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 3
- Parking features: Asphalt, Heated Garage, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached
- Attached garage spaces: 3
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 2
- Patio & porch: Deck
- Body of water: FOX RIVER
Lot
- Size: 10,541 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 76 x 125 x 151 x 75
- Features: Corner Lot
Details
- Parcel number: 2018433001
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Contemporary
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1917
- Major remodel year: 2008
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Circuit Breakers, 200+ Amp Service
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Street Paved
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Fox River Grove
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $127/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $353,109
- Annual tax amount: $10,709
- Date on market: 9/24/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Estimated market value
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Estimated sales range
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Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 11/1/2019 | Listing removed | $2,500$1/sqft |
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| 9/13/2019 | Listed for rent | $2,500$1/sqft |
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| 9/2/2018 | Listing removed | $2,500$1/sqft |
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| 8/25/2018 | Price change | $2,500-7.4%$1/sqft |
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| 8/4/2018 | Listed for rent | $2,700+8%$1/sqft |
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| 6/24/2016 | Listing removed | $2,500+4.2%$1/sqft |
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| 8/27/2015 | Listing removed | $2,400$1/sqft |
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| 8/17/2015 | Price change | $2,400-4%$1/sqft |
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| 7/24/2015 | Price change | $2,500-7.4%$1/sqft |
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| 7/7/2015 | Price change | $2,700-3.6%$1/sqft |
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| 6/23/2015 | Price change | $2,800-3.4%$1/sqft |
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| 6/2/2015 | Price change | $2,900-3.3%$1/sqft |
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| 5/15/2015 | Listed for rent | $3,000$1/sqft |
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| 8/5/2011 | Sold | $195,000-11.4%$55/sqft |
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| 6/14/2011 | Price change | $220,000+10.1%$62/sqft |
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| 3/9/2011 | Price change | $199,900-1.8%$57/sqft |
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| 2/26/2011 | Price change | $203,500-0.5%$58/sqft |
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| 2/7/2011 | Price change | $204,500-2.2%$58/sqft |
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| 1/31/2011 | Price change | $209,000-4.6%$59/sqft |
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| 1/16/2011 | Price change | $219,000-4.4%$62/sqft |
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| 1/9/2011 | Price change | $229,000-4.2%$65/sqft |
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| 1/5/2011 | Price change | $239,000-4%$68/sqft |
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| 12/29/2010 | Price change | $249,000-3.9%$71/sqft |
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| 12/17/2010 | Price change | $259,000-3.7%$73/sqft |
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| 12/10/2010 | Listed for sale | $269,000$76/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $10,709 +2.6% | $117,703 +8.1% |
| 2024 | $10,434 +3.2% | $108,873 +11.8% |
| 2023 | $10,107 +5.3% | $97,373 +4.6% |
| 2022 | $9,603 +6.3% | $93,095 +7.3% |
| 2021 | $9,031 +2.3% | $86,729 +3.7% |
| 2020 | $8,826 | $83,659 +4.5% |
| 2019 | -- | $80,072 +8.2% |
| 2018 | $8,506 +1.2% | $73,970 +6.1% |
| 2017 | $8,403 +0.9% | $69,685 +6.6% |
| 2016 | $8,331 | $65,358 +7.2% |
| 2013 | $8,331 | $60,971 -46.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $114,093 -6.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $121,933 -9.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $134,524 |
| 2008 | -- | $134,524 +8.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $124,296 +4.9% |
| 2005 | $9,626 +5.2% | $118,512 +7% |
| 2004 | $9,151 +8.6% | $110,800 +7.4% |
| 2003 | $8,429 +9.2% | $103,118 +7% |
| 2002 | $7,720 +5.5% | $96,372 +5.7% |
| 2001 | $7,318 +4.3% | $91,140 +3.7% |
| 2000 | $7,018 | $87,888 |
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Neighborhood: 60021
Nearby schools
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: Algonquin Road Elementary School
- Middle: Fox River Grove Middle School
- High: Cary-Grove Community High School
- District: 3
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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