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$675,000

27961 Myrtle St

Wauconda, IL
Active
4
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
2,792
Square Feet
0.34
Lot Size (acres)
1995
Year Built
75
Days On Market

Get ready to live like you're on a permanent vacation! On a oversized lot with lake peeks and views of Bangs Lake. Not just a home, it's a lifestyle. As an owner & member of the Elmcrest community & subdivision You'll enjoy additional amenities like lake rights, a private beach, boat launch, and pier rights! With no wait list. Whether you're heading to the water for a sunset cruise or cruising the neighborhood in your golf cart. Inside you'll find a curated space, designed for high-energy living & effortless entertaining. The two-story foyer & dual staircase greet you. A brilliant white kitchen w/ granite ctps & ss appliances & a fireplace. The open-concept layout means you can prep dinner and keep an eye on the action in the living room or your backyard retreat. Prepare to be the designated host for every summer hangout! Your private outdoor oasis features a concrete patio, sunbathing deck, gazebo for lounging, a pool, & a hot tub. The yard is fully fenced wrought iron fencing. Additional Privacy fence surrounds the pool, so you can truly kick back and relax. The second floor of the home has all your private spaces. All bedrooms have can lights, fans, and custom blinds. The primary suite is a sanctuary with its own cozy fireplace & custom closet. Bonus bedroom is currently serving as a high-end workout room. Connected to an additional bedroom or office. The Bonus space could easily transition into a massive playroom, bedroom a studio & more. Finished basement with a third gas fireplace, storage, & multiple egress windows for a family room -lounge or added sleeping area. Other notables include the heated three-car garage, and major updates like dual HVAC systems (Furnaces & AC), roof, dual washer dryer units, solar lit exterior lighting surrounding the pool, brick paver walkways & more! You're walking distance from the vibrant energy of downtown Wauconda's shops, entertainment, fun, & dining. You can watch the community's fireworks in YOUR OWN YARD! Stop dreaming about lake life & make it a reality! Low voluntary annual HOA fee of $200 and low $300 fee for annual Slips app. Winning!!

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Listing Information

Listing Updated
5 hours ago
Listed By
Kristina Betancourt · Compass, 7734821917
MLS#
12736777
Source
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Status
Active

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
27961 N Myrtle St, Wauconda, IL 60084
City
Wauconda
County
Lake
Zip Code
60084

Architecture

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2.5
Year Built
1995
Style
Contemporary
Construction Materials
Vinyl Siding, Brick
Building Area
2,792 sq. ft.
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Roof
Asphalt
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
3
Parking Features
Driveway, Attached, Garage Door Opener, Asphalt, Garage, Heated Garage

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Walk-In Closet(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Pantry, Granite Counters, Entrance Foyer, Dry Bar
Appliances
Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Range, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)
Flooring
Hardwood
Exterior Features
Dock, Fire Pit
Patio and Porch
Patio, Deck, Porch
Community Features
Lake, Other, Park
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air, Zoned, Dual, Whole House Fan
Heating
Forced Air, Zoned

Property Features

Lot Size
0.34 Acres
Lot Features
Views, Corner Lot
View
Water
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Square Footage

Total
2,792 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$675,000
Annual Taxes
$10,853
Association Fee
$200
Fee Includes
Insurance

Schools

66/100
Wauconda Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 0.7 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Wauconda
Students
559
Parent reviews
4.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
62% White · 30% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Asian
Phone
(847) 526-2122
87/100
Spencer Loomis Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 3.8 mi
City
Hawthorn Woods
Students
516
Student–teacher
16.0
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
72% White · 17% Asian · 6% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
9%
Phone
(847) 719-3300
77/100
Fremont Intermediate School
Elementary · Grades 03–05 · 3.4 mi
City
Mundelein
Students
738
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
69% White · 16% Hispanic / Latino · 10% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
9%
Phone
(847) 388-3700
77/100
Fremont Junior High/Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 3.6 mi
City
Mundelein
Students
765
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
68% White · 14% Hispanic / Latino · 10% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
9%
Phone
(847) 566-9384
77/100
Lake Zurich Middle - N Campus
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 3.9 mi
City
Hawthorn Woods
Students
697
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
70% White · 13% Asian · 10% Hispanic / Latino
Free/reduced lunch
23%
Phone
(847) 719-3600
77/100
Seth Paine Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 4.4 mi
City
Hawthorn Woods
Students
381
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
77% White · 11% Hispanic / Latino · 7% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
23%
Phone
(847) 438-2163
75/100
Fremont Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–02 · 3.4 mi
City
Mundelein
Students
743
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
61% White · 19% Hispanic / Latino · 13% Asian
Phone
(847) 837-0437
58/100
Cotton Creek School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 3.5 mi
City
Island Lake
Students
600
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
68% White · 24% Hispanic / Latino · 3% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
32%
Phone
(847) 526-4700

School ratings are provided for informational purposes only and are subject to change. Attendance boundaries are for reference only — contact the school or district directly to verify enrollment eligibility.

Historical Data

Price History

DateEventPrice
10/28/2026Price change$675,000
08/19/2026Listed for sale$725,000

Listed by Kristina Betancourt · Compass · 7734821917

Listing information provided exclusively for consumers' personal, non-commercial use and may not be used for any purpose other than to identify prospective properties consumers may be interested in purchasing. Information deemed reliable but not guaranteed by the MLS. Copyright 2026, Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED). All rights reserved.

Last Updated: November 2, 2026 at 6:09 AM | Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) | MLS#: 12736777

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