4083 Ames Rd, Crystal Lake, IL 60012

Just 10 Min to Crystal Lake, 8 Min. to NW Trains, Plus the excellent Prairie Grove school system

This is a beautiful two-bedroom, second-floor, 1250 square... foot apartment in a water’s-edge 30’ X 40’ barn - an open space, unique, rustic, tranquil, private, country loft tucked-in off a country road on a small lake. Yet you are just 10 minutes from the NW Train Lines and all the conveniences of Crystal Lake - including our lovely downtown with all its historical charm.

This open-floor plan two-bedroom apartment occupies the entire second level of a renovated horse barn. The apartment has historically housed one or two individuals, has cathedral ceilings, plenty of large windows and is tucked-in next to woods and a small lake. The walls and cathedral ceilings are knotty pine; the floors are beautiful oak hardwood. There is al one and a half bay garage (10' X 30') beneath the apartment included in your rent. Plus, there is plenty of off-street parking immediately adjacent to your loft apartment.

This like-new apartment has a full kitchen, full bath, natural gas forced-air heat, four large attractive ceiling fans, dishwasher hookups, two sets of large exterior French doors and central AC. Plus, your rent includes the free use of a dedicated 150 square foot laundry and storage room on the first level with utility tub, washer and dryer.

The monthly rent for the one-bedroom apartment is $1800 plus gas & electric. Available June 1, 2026.

The barn and apartment are part of a family compound that sits on 3.3 acres with a small lake and is surrounded by 1,000 + acres of forever wild and farmland. This property is very secluded and private in all directions. All this living space and privacy plus the garage parking and amenities described above are just 10 minutes from the Northwestern Train line and downtown Crystal Lake. For additional information and an appointment to see this water’s edge, loft apartment just respond to this posting or contact us at ... afwi at EarthLink dot net

No Pets. No Smoking. The security deposit is one and one-half month’s rent. Read More