Charming lakeside cottage with timeless character and endless potential nestled on a secluded, tree lined lot with views of the pristine waters of private Highland Lake. Designed by renowned architect William Hooper and once featured in Home & Garden magazine, this residence blends custom craftsmanship with unmatched serenity. Inside you'll find expansive windows offering lake views, while the mature trees surrounding the property provide privacy and a sense of calm that's hard to find. Whether you're sipping coffee on the front patio, stargazing from the lawn, or enjoying your yard from the three seasons room, this location feels like an oasis. While the home awaits TLC and is being sold "AS-IS", its potential is undeniable. A newer heated and oversized 3-car garage with a spacious loft above adds incredible versatility-ideal for a studio, workshop, or home office. Members only beach just a block away provides for swimming, picnicking, and storage of your kayaks and non-motorized boats. The lake is stocked twice a year providing excellent fishing. A haven that feels worlds away, yet is just minutes from Metra, downtown Grayslake, Renwood Golf Course, Gurnee Mills, and much more! This is an opportunity to reimagine a historic gem into the lakeside retreat that you call home.
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$325,000
34140 N Hickory Ave, Grayslake, IL 60030
3beds
2,108sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1915
0.43 Acres Lot
$325,100 Zestimate®
$154/sqft
$2,796 Estimated rent
What's special
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: August 03, 2025 at 01:01am
Listing courtesy of:
Nano Engdahl 847-814-5543,
Baird & Warner
Bought with:
Michael Crawford
E- Signature Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12383132

Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 3
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Other), Bathroom (Full)
- Level: Main
- Area: 221 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X13
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 130 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 140 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X10
Den
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X9
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Dimensions: COMBO
Eating area
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 54 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 9X6
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Wood Laminate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 272 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X16
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Porcelain Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 90 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X9
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar, Galley), Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 117 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X9
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 49 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 7X7
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 368 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 23X16
Loft
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Second
- Area: 551 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 29X19
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Vinyl)
- Level: Main
- Area: 198 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X11
Sun room
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Main
- Area: 252 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X12
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling
- Central Air, Other
Appliances
- Included: Microwave, Dishwasher
- Laundry: Main Level
Features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Bookcases, Dining Combo
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
- Doors: Storm Door(s)
- Windows: Screens, Screens, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Crawl Space
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Family Room, Master Bedroom
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,108 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 6
- Parking features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, On Site, Garage Owned, Detached, Driveway, Owned, Garage
- Garage spaces: 3
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Patio & porch: Patio
- Fencing: Fenced
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water
- Water view: Water
Lot
- Size: 0.43 Acres
- Dimensions: 250 X 120
- Features: Irregular Lot, Water Rights, Mature Trees, Backs to Trees/Woods
Details
- Additional structures: Shed(s), Garage(s), Storage
- Parcel number: 06214160370000
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Cottage
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Cedar, Shake Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1915
- Major remodel year: 2008
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Community & neighborhood
Community
- Community features: Park, Lake, Water Rights, Street Paved
Location
- Region: Grayslake
Other
Other facts
- Has irrigation water rights: Yes
- Listing terms: Other
- Ownership: Fee Simple
Services availability
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