137 Forest Ave, Fox Lake, IL 60020
What This House Offers
Discover this beautifully renovated Cape Cod home,fully rehabbed in 2022 with major updates including a new roof,modernized mechanicals,Bluetooth surround sound throughout the entire home,and a stylish,updated kitchen. Thoughtful recent improvements... add even more value: a brand-new full basement bathroom (2025),upgraded water service and main sewer line (2024),a rear retaining wall (2024),a low maintenance "screwless" Trex deck with composite railings (2023),and a charming front picket fence (2023). Tucked among mature trees on the scenic Fox Lake peninsula,this move-in ready gem is just up the hill from the Fox Lake Metra station and the village's brand-new waterfront park. Walk down to enjoy live music at the summer concert series held at the new pavilion or join a game of pickleball at the nearby recreation complex. Conveniently located near US-12,you're only a short drive from Wilmot Mountain and less than 30 minutes from Lake Geneva,Wisconsin. Live the lake life in a vibrant community known for boating,fishing,and year-round recreation on the Chain O'Lakes,the largest inland waterway in Illinois. Fox Lake offers the perfect blend of small-town charm and modern amenities,making this an ideal place to call home. Minimum credit score of 680 required with the household income being 3X the monthly rent. MLS# MRD12411848
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Unit
- $3,200 / month
- 4 Beds
- 4 Baths
- 3,200 sq. ft.
- Available Now
Home Features
- Air Conditioning
- Fireplace
137 Forest Ave House is located in Fox Lake, Illinois in the 60020 zip code.
Rental Fees and Pet Policies
The fees below are based on community-supplied data and may exclude additional fees and utilities.
Cats Allowed
- Fee Not Specified
Dogs Allowed
- Fee Not Specified
Home Details
Home Design
- Built in 1991 | Remodeled in 2022
Interior Spaces
- Living Room with Fireplace
- Formal Dining Room
- Storage Room
- Family Room
- 3200 Sq Ft Home
- 2-Story Property
- Fireplace With Gas Starter
Kitchen
- Breakfast Bar
Bedrooms and Bathrooms
- Main Floor Bedroom
- Bathroom on Main Level
- 3.5 Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms | 4 Bathrooms
- 4 Bedrooms
- 4 Potential Bedrooms
Laundry
- Laundry Room
Basement
- Basement Fills Entire Space Under The House
- Finished Basement Bathroom
Parking
- 2 Car Garage
- Parking Included in Price
Outdoor Features
- Deck
- Fire Pit
Lot Details
- Lot Dimensions are 103 x 119 x 88 x 65
Schools
- Lotus Elementary School
- Stanton Middle School
- Grant Community High School
Utilities
- Central Air
- Public Water Source
- Heating System Uses Natural Gas
- Public Sewer
Listing and Financial Details
- Property Available on 2025-07-07
- 12 Month Lease Term
- Rent includes water, scavenger
Community Details
Pet Policy
- Dogs and Cats Allowed
- Limit on the number of pets
- Pet Size Limit
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Fox Lake, IL 60020

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Neighborhood Scores
Walk Score ®
Car-Dependent21 / 100
Bike Score ®
Somewhat Bikeable18 / 100
Soundscore ™
Calm82 / 100
Travel and Transit


Local Education
Primary and Secondary Schools
Lotus School
Grades PK-4
Public
Stanton School
Grades 5-8
Public
St Bede
Grades PK-8
Private
Grant Community High School
Grades 9-12
Public
Allendale School
Grades 1-12
Private
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Colleges and Universities
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Commute Time (Distance)
Coll. of Lake Co., Grayslake
Drive: 23 min (11.8 mi)
Discover Outlying Lake County, Fox Lake, IL
Shopping Centers
Shoppers will appreciate 137 Forest Ave House proximity to Fox Lake Town Center, Fox Lake Commons, and Fox Lake Retail Center. Fox Lake Town Center is 0.9 miles away, and Fox Lake Commons is within an 18 minute walk.
Parks and Recreation
Recreational activities near 137 Forest Ave House are plentiful. Discover 1 park within 4.8 miles, including Grant Woods Forest Preserve.
Airports
Living in Outlying Lake County provides easy access to Chicago O'Hare International, located just 59 minutes from 137 Forest Ave House.
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