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$599,000
1896 Applewood Drive
Wauconda, IL 60084 · Orchard Hills
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- 4
- Baths
- 3 full · 1 half
- Sqft
- 3,252
- $/sqft
- $184
- Lot
- 0.24 ac
- Built
- 2003
- Type
- Single Family
- MLS#
- MRD12757754
About this home
THERE IS SO MUCH TO LOVE about this spacious 4-bedroom, 3.1-bath home with a finished basement, in-ground pool, 3-car fully insulated garage, and large fenced backyard in the highly desirable Orchard Hills community! Step inside to a welcoming foyer that opens to the formal living and dining rooms before flowing into the dramatic two-story family room with a beautiful fireplace. 9-foot ceilings, oversized windows, and abundant natural light create an open, airy feel throughout. The kitchen features oak cabinetry, a large center island, huge pantry, newer appliances (approximately 8 years), and a generous eating area with sliding doors leading to the backyard oasis featuring a fence and custom in-ground pool with a new pool heater, also included:beta & dolphin automatic pool cleaners, patio, and plenty of space for entertaining. Natural gas line for grill off patio. The flexible floor plan includes a main-level office or optional 5th bedroom adjacent to a full bath-ideal for guests, in-laws, or working from home. The laundry room with utility sink offers direct access to the 3-car garage. Upstairs, the spacious primary suite boasts a large walk-in closet and private bath with double vanity, soaking tub, and separate shower, while three additional generously sized bedrooms offer excellent closet space. The finished basement provides a huge recreation room, half bath (can be easily converted to full bath, drain is inside wall, and ample storage. Additional updates include dual HVAC systems, NEW roof and gutters (2020), newer water heater (3 years), and newer main-level carpeting. Gazebos, outdoor furniture, deck boxes, and bedroom TVs will stay with the home. Enjoy an unbeatable location just minutes from parks, playgrounds, 30+ miles of the Millennium Trail, Lakewood Forest Preserve, Dog Park, Bangs Lake, and charming downtown Wauconda with its restaurants, shopping, festivals, and lakefront activities. This move-in-ready home offers the perfect combination of space, comfort, updates, and an exceptional lifestyle!
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Estimated monthly cost for this home
20% · $120K
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Term
$4,539/mo
- Principal & interest
- $3,111
- Property taxes
- $1,213
- HOA
- $40
- Home insurance (est.)
- $175
Estimate only, not a quote or offer of credit. Rate starts from today's market rate (6.76%, 2026-09-10). Taxes from the listing's MRED record. Talk to a lender for real numbers; a Subdiview agent can introduce you to a good one.
Price & tax history
| Listed Sep 12, 2026 | $599,000 |
| 2024 property taxes | $14,555/yr |
From the listing's MRED record. MRED does not publish per-change dates through IDX, so price changes are shown without one rather than guessed.
Schools
Assigned schools per the listing's MRED record. Always verify with the district before you buy.
Elementary
Robert Crown Elementary School
118
Middle
Matthews Middle School
118
High school
Wauconda Community High School118
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Where it sits
MRED Broker ReciprocityThis listing is part of the MRED data exchange program provided courtesy of eXp Realty, listed by Julie Anne.
Information last updated Sep 12, 2026, 1:03 AM.
1896 Applewood Drive
Wauconda, IL 60084
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- Cooling
- Central Air, Zoned
- Heating
- Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+, Zoned
- Basement
- Partially Finished, 9 ft + pour, Rec/Family Area, Storage Space, Full
- Appliances
- Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal, Range Hood, Humidifier
- Rooms total
- 11
- Window features
- Screens
- Fireplaces total
- 1
- Laundry features
- Main Level, Gas Dryer Hookup, In Unit, Sink
- Interior features
- Cathedral Ceiling(s), Wet Bar, 1st Floor Full Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s)
- Fireplace features
- Attached Fireplace Doors/Screen, Gas Starter
- Finished basement
- 1200
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