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Frank Wehrstein
REALTOR®
(815) 262-8210

1320 Old Bay Road , Johnsburg, IL 60051

$898,000
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BEDS5 BATHS4 full SQUARE FEET2,869 MLS#12793521
STATUSNew PROPERTY TYPEResidential - Single Family SCHOOLDistrict 12

Property Description

A rare opportunity to own a spectacular lakefront property in the no-wake section of Pistakee Bay! Offering 66 feet of lake frontage, this beautiful property enjoys breathtaking, unobstructed water views. Set high above the lake, the home does not require flood insurance, an exceptional advantage for waterfront living! Well-kept, but last renovated in 1989, this spacious home offers timeless character and wonderful potential to make it your own. The separate living room showcases a charming piece of history, with original 1905 stained glass windows framing a wood-burning fireplace with a gas starter. The family room is a showstopper, featuring a stunning vaulted window that perfectly frames the panoramic lake views and opens to a deck overlooking the water. A large eat-in kitchen offers abundant cabinetry with plenty of room for a table. Keep the existing kitchen footprint, or take advantage of the generous space to reimagine the layout with a large center island. The formal dining room is across from the kitchen for holidays and events. The main-floor primary suite is a special retreat, featuring a private deck, a full bath, a walk-in closet, and a spacious sitting area overlooking the lake. Upstairs are three additional bedrooms and a full bath, with two bedrooms enjoying those same incredible views. The fully finished walkout lower level expands the living and entertaining space with a huge recreation room, dry bar, fifth bedroom, and full bath. Expansive windows bring the beauty of the waterfront into this inviting space, while the walkout leads to a generous patio perfect for outdoor gatherings. Outside, the property offers amenities rarely found together on the lake. A graceful concrete stairway, portions of which date back to 1905, adds historic charm and provides an elegant approach to the home. Expansive front and rear lawns offer plenty of room for outdoor activities and entertaining. Two detached two-car garages provide parking for four vehicles, with one garage offering a huge walk-up, floored attic for exceptional storage. Additional guest parking is another happy surprise. The seawall was rebuilt around 2013 and provides a wonderful walkway along the water, the perfect spot to add a dock, and access to a waterfront shed complete with a fun slide into the lake. This is an estate sale, and the property is being offered in as-is condition. With its extraordinary setting, historic details, generous grounds, and incredible potential, this is a special opportunity to create your dream home on one of the most desirable stretches of Pistakee Bay!

1320 Old Bay Road | MLS# 12793521

This single family home located at 1320 Old Bay Road , Johnsburg, IL 60051 is currently listed for sale with an asking price of $898,000. This property was built in 1905 and has 5 bedrooms and 4 full baths with 2869 sq. ft. Old Bay Road is located within the District 12 school district. Search Johnsburg real estate on frankwehrstein.dickersonnieman.com today.

Property Features

Property Type: Residential - Single Family
Basement: Yes
Basement: Finished, Full, Walk-Out Access
Cooling: Central Air
Fireplaces: 1
Garage: 4
Heating: Baseboard
Lot Size: 0.51 Acres
Roof Type: Asphalt
Taxes: $17,569
Year Built: 1905

Amenities

Vaulted Ceiling(s)
Dry Bar
1st Floor Bedroom
1st Floor Full Bath
Walk-In Closet(s)
Separate Dining Room
Workshop

Feature Descriptions

Additional rooms: Bedroom 5,Eating Area, Sitting Room, Workshop, Bonus Room, Recreation Room
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Trash Compactor
Association Includes: None
Dining Room: Separate
Exterior: Cedar
Fireplace: Wood Burning, Gas Starter
Fireplace Location(s): Living Room
Lot: Water Rights, Wooded
Lot Dimensions: 65 x 349 x 66 x 354
Other Equipment: Central Vacuum, Sump Pump, Water Heater-Gas
Parcel#: 1019228007
Parking: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached
Sewer: Septic Tank
Total Rooms: 14
Township: McHenry
Water: Well

Room Sizes

Bar/Entertainment: 7X9
Bedroom 5: 13X13
Eating Area: 12X9
Sitting Room: 12X7
Work Room: 7X15
Bonus Room: 9X18
Recreation Room: 26X36
Bedroom 2: 13X20
Bedroom 3: 13X17
Bedroom 4: 11X14
Dining Room: 18X13
Family Room: 14X29
Kitchen: 16X12
Laundry: 8X13
Living Room: 19X13
Primary Bedroom: 13X17

Local Schools

High School: Johnsburg High School
Middle School: Johnsburg Junior High School
Elementary School: Johnsburg Elementary School
School District: District 12

Listed By / Shown By

Listed By

Agency Name: Compass
Agency Phone: 847-306-6158

Shown By

Agent Name: Frank Wehrstein
Agent Phone: (815) 262-8210
Agency Title: Dickerson & Nieman Realtors

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$ 3,724.56 per month $1,998.56 Principal & Interest $1,464.08 Property Tax $261.92 Homeowner's Insurance

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