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$250,000

37 Hickory Ave

Fox Lake, IL
Active
2
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
0.25
Lot Size (acres)
1945
Year Built
31
Days On Market

Welcome to this charming 2-bedrooms, 1-bath, 1.5 car garage Fox Lake home situated on an expansive 75 x 145 lot with numerous updates! Features include newly hardwood floors, and fresh interior paint (2026), new windows throughout (2026), updated bathroom (2022), newer appliances, doors and light fixtures (2023), and tankless water heater (2025). Electrical updated to 200 amp. Electric baseboard heater in the bathroom. The spacious backyard is perfect for entertaining with a paver patio, gazebo, built-in brick outdoor cooking/grill area, firepit, beautiful landscaping and plenty of green space. Additional updates include new front pavers and stairs (2026), updated garage with new drywall, plus newer garage roof and gutters. Oversized driveway offers parking for up to 10 vehicles. FOX LAKE offers a scenic escape with abundant outdoor recreation, and this property is conveniently located near the Metra, Downtown Fox Lake, Fox Lake Lakefront Park, restaurants, shopping and more. Schedule your private showing today!

Listing Information

Listing Updated
20 days ago
Listed By
Regina Rueda · Exit Grace Realty, 7739726879
MLS#
12775037
Source
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Status
Active

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
37 S Hickory Ave, Fox Lake, IL 60020
City
Fox Lake
County
Lake
Zip Code
60020

Architecture

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Year Built
1945
Construction Materials
Aluminum Siding
Foundation
Pillar/Post/Pier
Roof
Asphalt
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Features
Oversized, Asphalt, Garage, Detached

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Built-in Features
Appliances
Dryer, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Range
Flooring
Hardwood
Patio and Porch
Patio
Community Features
Street Lights
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), None
Heating
Natural Gas, Other

Property Features

Lot Size
0.25 Acres
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$250,000
Annual Taxes
$4,392

Schools

52/100
Stanton School
Middle · Grades 05–08 · 0.3 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Fox Lake
Students
298
Student body
69% White · 22% Hispanic / Latino · 6% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
56%
Phone
(847) 973-4205
53/100
Grant Community High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 0.5 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Fox Lake
Students
1,836
Student body
63% White · 24% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Black
Free/reduced lunch
34%
Phone
(847) 587-2561
100/100
William L Thompson School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 3.8 mi
City
Lake Villa
Students
654
Student body
70% White · 19% Hispanic / Latino · 5% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
20%
Phone
(847) 245-8301
65/100
Big Hollow Elementary School
Elementary · Grades 02–04 · 3.2 mi
City
Ingleside
Students
579
Parent reviews
3.5★ avg · 4 reviews
Student body
66% White · 21% Hispanic / Latino · 6% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
27%
Phone
(847) 740-5321
56/100
Johnsburg Elementary School
Elementary · Grades 03–05 · 3.7 mi
City
Johnsburg
Students
335
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 6 reviews
Student body
88% White · 8% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
30%
Phone
(815) 385-3731
55/100
Johnsburg High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 3.5 mi
City
Johnsburg
Students
502
Parent reviews
2.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
84% White · 10% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
32%
Phone
(815) 385-9233
54/100
Gavin South Middle School
Middle · Grades 05–08 · 2.3 mi
City
Ingleside
Students
325
Student body
55% White · 35% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Black
Free/reduced lunch
58%
Phone
(847) 546-9336
54/100
Lotus School
Elementary · Grades PK–04 · 2.7 mi
City
Spring Grove
Students
345
Student body
57% White · 35% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
57%
Phone
(847) 973-4105

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
10/02/2026Listed for sale$250,000

Listed by Regina Rueda · Exit Grace Realty · 7739726879

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: October 12, 2026 at 7:54 PM | Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) | MLS#: 12775037

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