This amazing estate could be YOUR new lake home! The estate has an unobstructed view of beautiful, spring-fed Crystal Lake which offers swimming, sandy beaches & motorized boating. The estate has full lake rights to the 4 private beaches, parks & marinas on the lake. Bring your boat & water toys! The estate includes the primary house with 5 BRs, 6.2 BAs, a coach house with a finished 2nd floor office & full bath, large indoor & outdoor pools, a sauna, & 5 car garage. It's on the largest lot in the neighborhood (1.55 acres), which has been professionally landscaped & meticulously maintained, with a waterfall & a beautiful pond with aquatic plants, multiple stone patios, 2 firepits & a big outdoor pool. This estate is made for entertaining, fun family adventures & relaxing in your own luxurious haven. The estate boasts grand entertaining spaces, resort amenities & timeless charm. Rooms in the front of the house enjoy gorgeous lake views, while rooms on the back of the house have great views of the waterfall, landscaped stream, pond & gardens, the outdoor pool, stone patios & a huge yard for family games & activities. You can entertain groups of all sizes inside the main house! Enter your new home through custom, arched double doors into the Great Rm, with a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace, hardwood floors & spectacular lake views. Enjoy dining in the spacious dining room, or relaxing in the very large, custom-paneled living room, also with a big fireplace. An impressive, large, first floor recreation area is an entertainer's paradise & a private, peaceful retreat for the new lucky owners of this estate. It includes a large, slate-topped bar that seats 8 comfortably, 2 wine refrigerators, bar sink, plenty of bar cabinetry & a large sitting area overlooking the beautiful backyard. Completing this recreation paradise is a 24' long indoor pool & a sauna. The Family Room adds more entertaining & relaxing space, with a powder room, a fun circular staircase to the 2nd floor, and great views of the backyard. The Family Room opens to the Kitchen, with an arched pass-through & snack bar, generous Eating Area & walk-in Pantry. The Kitchen features a breakfast bar that seats 4, an island with gas cooktop, large double sinks plus a bar sink, a built-in planning desk & stainless appliances. The 2nd floor includes an amazing Primary Bedroom Suite, complete with a large sitting area looking out over the lake & an impressive Primary Spa Bathroom. The Bathroom features an over-sized, glass, step-in shower with an octopus overhead shower, 8 on-wall shower heads, a hand-held shower & 2 shower seats. The Spa Bath also includes a soaking tub, closeted commode, built-in armoire & 2 separate sinks, one of which is in a big walk-in closet with a sit-down vanity & California Closet organizers. The 2nd floor also includes 2 more very generously sized bedrooms & a beautiful office/library with walls of built-in bookcases and a period mantle surrounding a decorative fireplace. Create a cozy ambience in this room with some candles in the fireplace! If you & your family enjoy watching movies, you will love the big media room! It has an en-suite full bath, a walk-in closet with CA Closet organizers & even a popcorn machine! This room includes a full projection system, surround sound & large on-wall screen. The 3rd floor boasts a very large Bonus Room, perfect for games, homework, billiards or quiet time. The Bonus Room is adjacent to a large BR with a full BA, walk-in closet & lots of storage. The finished basement features a large BR, full BA, big exercise room & huge laundry room with space for crafts, etc. This estate is in an ideal location facing Crystal Lake (nothing can be built in front of it), is a few blocks from Crystal Lake Country Club & a short walk to South elementary school. It offers easy access to downtown Crystal Lake & the Metra train. Don't wait! See it today!
Pending
$1,400,000
691 Lake Ave, Crystal Lake, IL 60014
5beds
9,467sqft
Est.:
Single Family Residence
Built in 1922
1.55 Acres Lot
$-- Zestimate®
$148/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Floor-to-ceiling stone fireplaceIndoor poolSandy beachesRecreation areaFull lake rightsBonus roomSurround sound
- 262 days |
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- 7 |
Zillow last checked: 7 hours ago
Listing updated: March 30, 2026 at 03:47pm
Listing courtesy of:
Susan Thiess 847-381-1855,
Baird & Warner
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12410735
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 5
- Bathrooms: 8
- Full bathrooms: 6
- 1/2 bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Bedroom 5, Media Room, Office, Recreation Room, Exercise Room, Sitting Room, Bonus Room, Great Room, Eating Area, Storage
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Carpet), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Whirlpool & Sep Shwr)
- Level: Second
- Area: 399 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X19
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 273 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X13
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 182 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X14
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Third
- Area: 323 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 17X19
Bedroom 5
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 234 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X13
Bonus room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Third
- Area: 504 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X18
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 285 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X15
Eating area
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 132 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X11
Exercise room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 336 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 28X12
Family room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 442 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X17
Great room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 494 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 26X19
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Table Space, Island, Pantry-Butler, Pantry-Walk-in), Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 266 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 19X14
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Terracotta)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 325 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 25X13
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 525 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 35X15
Media room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 418 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 22X19
Office
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Second
- Area: 154 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X11
Recreation room
- Features: Flooring (Slate)
- Level: Main
- Area: 1725 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 69X25
Sitting room
- Features: Flooring (Carpet)
- Level: Second
- Area: 150 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X10
Storage
- Features: Flooring (Other)
- Level: Basement
- Area: 408 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 24X17
Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned
Cooling
- Central Air, Window Unit(s), Zoned
Appliances
- Included: Double Oven, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Wine Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Softener Owned, Gas Cooktop, Humidifier
- Laundry: In Unit, Laundry Chute, Sink
Features
- Sauna, Wet Bar, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Bookcases, Separate Dining Room, Paneling, Pantry, Workshop
- Flooring: Hardwood, Carpet
- Doors: Storm Door(s), Sliding Glass Door(s)
- Windows: Screens, Skylight(s)
- Basement: Finished,Rec/Family Area,Sleeping Area,Storage Space,Daylight,Full
- Number of fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Log, Gas Starter, Living Room, Great Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 9,467
- Total interior livable area: 9,467 sqft
- Finished area below ground: 1,508
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 5
- Parking features: Asphalt, Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 5
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 3
- Patio & porch: Deck, Patio
- Exterior features: Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit
- Pool features: In Ground, Indoor
- Fencing: Fenced,Wood
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Front of Property
- Water view: Water,Front of Property
- Waterfront features: Lake Front, Pond, Creek, Waterfront
Lot
- Size: 1.55 Acres
- Dimensions: 103 X 110 X 95 X 167 X 98 X 138 X 115 X 130 X 177 X 121
- Features: Irregular Lot, Landscaped, Wooded, Mature Trees, Garden, Views
Details
- Additional structures: Workshop, Guest House, Storage
- Additional parcels included: 1906329011
- Parcel number: 1906329009
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Water-Softener Owned, TV-Cable, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump, Backup Sump Pump;
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Architectural style: Traditional
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Shake Siding
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1922
Details
- Builder model: CUSTOM LUXURY HOME
Utilities & green energy
- Electric: Service - 400 Amp or Greater
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Park, Lake, Water Rights, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
- Security: Security System, Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Crystal Lake
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $148/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $937,635
- Annual tax amount: $27,645
- Date on market: 7/13/2025
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Has irrigation water rights: Yes
Estimated market value
Not available
Estimated sales range
Not available
Not available
Price history
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 3/30/2026 | Pending sale | $1,400,000$148/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12410735 Report a problem | ||
| 2/27/2026 | Contingent | $1,400,000$148/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12410735 Report a problem | ||
| 9/19/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,400,000$148/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12410735 Report a problem | ||
| 9/13/2025 | Contingent | $1,400,000$148/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12410735 Report a problem | ||
| 9/12/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,400,000$148/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12410735 Report a problem | ||
| 9/2/2025 | Contingent | $1,400,000$148/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12410735 Report a problem | ||
| 7/13/2025 | Listed for sale | $1,400,000-12.5%$148/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12410735 Report a problem | ||
| 6/19/2017 | Listing removed | $1,600,000$169/sqft |
Source: Barrington #09500926 Report a problem | ||
| 2/11/2017 | Listed for sale | $1,600,000+162.3%$169/sqft |
Source: Keller Williams Success Realty #09500926 Report a problem | ||
| 12/23/2002 | Sold | $610,000+23.2%$64/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 7/1/1999 | Sold | $495,000+10.7%$52/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 9/21/1995 | Sold | $447,000$47/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $25,105 +3.5% | $312,545 +11.8% |
| 2023 | $24,265 +9.4% | $279,533 +14.1% |
| 2022 | $22,173 +5.6% | $245,087 +7.3% |
| 2021 | $20,989 +2.5% | $228,327 +3.7% |
| 2020 | $20,471 | $220,244 +4.5% |
| 2019 | -- | $210,800 +1.2% |
| 2018 | $20,600 +0.3% | $208,272 +6.1% |
| 2017 | $20,532 +2.3% | $196,206 +6.6% |
| 2016 | $20,076 | $184,023 +7.2% |
| 2013 | $20,076 | $171,669 -14.7% |
| 2011 | -- | $201,228 -6.4% |
| 2010 | -- | $215,056 -9.4% |
| 2009 | -- | $237,264 |
| 2008 | -- | $237,264 +8.2% |
| 2006 | -- | $219,223 +4.9% |
| 2005 | $14,893 +4.3% | $209,023 +7% |
| 2004 | $14,276 +5.5% | $195,422 +7.4% |
| 2003 | $13,533 +5.8% | $181,873 +7% |
| 2002 | $12,797 +3.3% | $169,975 +5.7% |
| 2001 | $12,390 +4.2% | $160,748 +3.7% |
| 2000 | $11,894 | $155,012 |
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Est. payment
$9,845/mo
Principal & interest
$7220
Property taxes
$2625
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Neighborhood: 60014
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 8/10South Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 0.3 mi
- 5/10Richard F Bernotas Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 1.2 mi
- 9/10Crystal Lake Central High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.3 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- Elementary: South Elementary School
- Middle: Richard F Bernotas Middle School
- High: Crystal Lake Central High School
- District: 47
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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