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$475,000

485 Spring Ridge Dr

Crystal Lake, IL
Active
4
Bedrooms
2.5
Bathrooms
0.29
Lot Size (acres)
2001
Year Built
14
Days On Market

| PAID-OFF SOLAR | MAJOR SYSTEMS UPDATED | FINISHED BASEMENT | Paid-off solar panels & a long list of recent updates set this 4-bed/2.5-bath corner-lot home apart, just minutes from downtown Crystal Lake & the Metra. Inside, hardwood floors run through the foyer, dining room, kitchen, & breakfast nook, & plantation shutters dress the windows throughout the main & upper levels. BRAND NEW CARPET freshens both the living room, with its soaring ceiling, & the family room, where a gas fireplace creates a natural spot to gather. The kitchen features stainless appliances & a built-in desk, & it opens to the breakfast nook, where sliders lead out to the patio. First-floor laundry keeps chores close. Upstairs, the primary suite features a tray ceiling, a walk-in closet with custom built-ins, & a bath featuring a double vanity, corner soaking tub, & a glass-enclosed shower with a built-in bench. Three more bedrooms & a full hall bath give everyone room of their own, or one bedroom can serve as a home office. The finished basement adds extra living space, built-in cabinetry, & plenty of storage, with room for an office, rec room, home gym, or all three. Outside, the fully fenced yard features established gardens, raised beds, & a mature shade tree, plus a patio made for morning coffee & summer evenings. Updates: Carpet in living & family rooms (2026); Stove, Dishwasher, Humidifier, A/C & Water Heater (2024); Paid-Off Solar Panels (2023); Roof, Garage Door & Opener (2022); Washer/Dryer & Sump Pump (2021); Patio Door (2019); Fence (2018).

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Listing Information

Listing Updated
8 days ago
Listed By
Jim Starwalt · Better Homes and Garden Real Estate Star Homes, 8475482625
MLS#
12788561
Source
Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)
Status
Active

Facts & Features

Location

Community Information

Address
485 Spring Ridge Dr, Crystal Lake, IL 60012
City
Crystal Lake
County
McHenry
Neighborhood
Spring Ridge Valley
Zip Code
60012

Architecture

Bedrooms
4
Bathrooms
2.5
Year Built
2001
Style
Traditional
Construction Materials
Vinyl Siding, Brick
Roof
Asphalt
Garage
Yes
Garage Spaces
2
Parking Features
Attached, Garage Door Opener, Asphalt, Garage

Features & Amenities

Interior Features
Walk-In Closet(s), Vaulted Ceiling(s), Bookcases, Entrance Foyer, Built-in Features
Appliances
Dryer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Refrigerator, Washer, Range, Disposal, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Purifier
Flooring
Hardwood, Carpet
Patio and Porch
Patio
Community Features
Sidewalks, Curbs, Street Lights, Park
Cooling
Ceiling Fan(s), Central Air
Heating
Forced Air

Property Features

Lot Size
0.29 Acres
Lot Features
Corner Lot, Garden
Water
Public
Sewer
Public Sewer

Square Footage

Total
2,278 sq. ft.

Tax & Financial Information

List Price
$475,000
Annual Taxes
$9,478
Association Fee
$389 (paid Annually)
Fee Includes
Insurance

Schools

54/100
Husmann Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 1.2 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Crystal Lake
Students
471
Student body
82% White · 11% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
20%
Phone
(815) 459-7114
54/100
Hannah Beardsley Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 1.9 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Crystal Lake
Students
829
Student body
61% White · 31% Hispanic / Latino · 3% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
38%
Phone
(815) 477-5897
55/100
Prairie Ridge High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 1.4 mi
Assigned school for this home
City
Crystal Lake
Students
1,458
Parent reviews
3.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
88% White · 6% Hispanic / Latino · 3% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
13%
Phone
(815) 479-0404
100/100
Richard F Bernotas Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08 · 0.6 mi
City
Crystal Lake
Students
936
Parent reviews
1.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
77% White · 13% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
22%
Phone
(815) 459-9210
75/100
West Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 2.5 mi
City
Crystal Lake
Students
560
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
77% White · 14% Hispanic / Latino · 3% Black
Free/reduced lunch
27%
Phone
(815) 459-2749
74/100
Crystal Lake Central High School
High · Grades 09–12 · 1.3 mi
City
Crystal Lake
Students
1,545
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
73% White · 20% Hispanic / Latino · 4% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
27%
Phone
(815) 459-2505
74/100
Prairie Grove Junior High School
Middle · Grades 05–08 · 3.6 mi
City
Crystal Lake
Students
258
Parent reviews
5.0★ avg · 2 reviews
Student body
88% White · 6% Hispanic / Latino · 3% Two or More Races
Free/reduced lunch
13%
Phone
(815) 459-3557
54/100
North Elementary School
Elementary · Grades KG–05 · 0.7 mi
City
Crystal Lake
Students
668
Student body
67% White · 27% Hispanic / Latino · 2% Black
Free/reduced lunch
30%
Phone
(815) 459-0122

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
10/19/2026Listed for sale$475,000

Listed by Jim Starwalt · Better Homes and Garden Real Estate Star Homes · 8475482625

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 25, 2026 at 5:09 AM | Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED) | MLS#: 12788561

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