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$234,900

38178 1st Ave

Spring Grove, IL
Active
2
Bedrooms
1
Bathrooms
0.17
Lot Size (acres)
1950
Year Built
19
Days On Market

Motivated Seller! Move right into this beautifully renovated home, where nearly everything has been updated from top to bottom! From the brand-new front and back decks to the stylish interior finishes, this home offers a fresh, modern feel and is truly ready for its next owner. Inside, you'll love the open and airy layout highlighted by impressive 8- and 10-foot ceilings. Updates include new flooring throughout, a completely renovated kitchen and bathroom, new fixtures, outlets, new stainless steel appliances, furnace, hot water heater, whole-house well water filtration system, washer and dryer, and a new well. Outside, the improvements continue with a newly finished yard, brand-new privacy fence, and new front and back decks-perfect for relaxing or entertaining. The 1.5-car garage features built-in cabinetry for additional storage. This property offers a rare combination of privacy and convenience in the heart of the Chain O' Lakes. Enjoy being just steps from everything that makes lake living so special. With extensive updates inside and out, there's nothing left to do but move in and enjoy!

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Listing Information

Listing Updated
13 days ago
Listed By
Jamie Hering · Coldwell Banker Realty, 8473627300
MLS#
12784511
Source
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Status
Active

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
38178 N 1st Ave, Spring Grove, IL 60081
City
Spring Grove
County
Lake
Zip Code
60081

Architecture

Bedrooms
2
Bathrooms
1
Year Built
1950
Construction Materials
Vinyl Siding
Roof
Asphalt
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
1
Parking Features
Gravel, Garage, Detached

Features & Amenities

Cooling
Window Unit(s)

Property Features

Lot Size
0.17 Acres
Water
Well
Sewer
Septic Tank

Square Footage

Total
950 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$234,900
Annual Taxes
$2,512

Schools

51/100
Grass Lake Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–08 · 2.3 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Antioch
Students
165
Student body
83% White · 15% Hispanic / Latino · 1% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
16%
Phone
(847) 395-1550
52/100
Grant Community High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 1.8 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
99/100
William L Thompson School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 4.1 mi
City
Lake Villa
Students
654
Student body
70% White · 19% Hispanic / Latino · 5% Asian
Free/reduced lunch
20%
Phone
(847) 245-8301
62/100
Emmons Grade School
Elementary · Grades KG–08 · 4.4 mi
City
Antioch
Students
302
Parent reviews
3.5★ avg · 8 reviews
Student body
85% White · 8% Hispanic / Latino · 3% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
14%
Phone
(847) 395-1105
56/100
Olive C Martin School
Elementary · Grades PK–05 · 3 mi
City
Lake Villa
Students
539
Student body
45% White · 43% Hispanic / Latino · 8% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
36%
Phone
(847) 245-3400
54/100
Stanton School
Middle · Grades 05–08 · 2 mi
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
54/100
Johnsburg Elementary School
Elementary · Grades 03–05 · 4.1 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
53/100
Gavin Central Elementary School
Elementary · Grades PK–04 · 2.3 mi
City
Ingleside
Students
487
Student body
71% White · 20% Hispanic / Latino · 6% Black
Free/reduced lunch
63%
Phone
(847) 973-3280

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
10/14/2026Listed for sale$234,900

Listed by Jamie Hering · Coldwell Banker Realty · 8473627300

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 20, 2026 at 5:10 AM | Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) | MLS#: 12784511

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