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Single family home for sale at 1036 Charles Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031 | MLS# 12761808 | Listing updated on 2026-10-09
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$649,900

Monthly Est:$3,235

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    5 Baths
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1036 Charles Ave, Gurnee, IL 60031

$3,235/moEst:

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  • Single Family Residence

  • Built in 1990

  • $-- HOA

  • 40,096.98 sqft lot

  • $325/sq.ft

Description

Rare find in the heart of Gurnee! Nearly one acre of private, lushly landscaped grounds on a quiet dead-end street. This freshly painted cedar RANCH has been thoughtfully updated throughout, with a sprawling floor plan that keeps on giving! The large kitchen (renovated in 2022) is the true hub of the home, with newer appliances, a double oven, classic backsplash, abundant prep and storage space, and an island made for gathering. It opens directly to a dining area that easily seats 10 and a stunning family room! With a cedar-planked vaulted ceilings, solid wood French doors that lead to the patio overlooking the grounds, this large room just might be your favorite! An open sitting room offers flexible space for a playroom, den, or office. The renovated primary suite features new laminate flooring, a roomy walk-in closet, and a spa-like ensuite with custom tile, dual sinks, a separate walk-in shower, and a jetted tub- you'll look forward relaxing here! A large second bedroom the could be a twin suite shares an updated hall bath with a custom walk-in shower. A large mudroom adds everyday convenience with built in storage! The huge finished lower level offers TWO good size bedrooms, newer laminate flooring, a third completely RENOVATED full bath with walk-in shower, and plenty of room to entertain! So much storage space and so many walk in closets! Outside, enjoy morning coffee on the front porch, s'mores at the fire pit, or gatherings on the large aggregate patio. The 4-car garage includes a bathroom with hot and cold water, a temperature controlled 850 sq ft full attic. Gardeners will love the 3,000 sq ft organic garden with a 20-ft canopy, water and electric access, and a the perfect size tool shed! Recent updates: new roof (2025), renovated kitchen (2022), all bathrooms updated, new flooring, appliances (3 years old), newer generator, fresh paint. Pride of ownership shows everywhere. Truly a once in a lifetime offering!

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  • Listing updated: October 9, 2026 at 6:29 pm
  • Listing Provided by: Andrea Lee Sullivan (224) 577-9004 | Keller Williams North Shore West (847) 383-6600
  • Source: MRED MLS-IL | MLS#: 12761808 MRED MLS-IL

Property Details

  • Status

    Active

  • Type

    Single Family Residence

  • No. of Stories

    -

  • County

    Lake County

  • City

    Gurnee

  • Neighborhood

    --

  • Year Built

    1990

  • HOA Fees

    -

  • Finished Area

    2,000 sqft

  • Lot Size

    40,096.98 sqft lot

  • Basement Area

    - sqft

  • MLS Name

    MRED MLS

  • MLS Number

    12761808

  • MLS Status

    New

  • Days on Market

    1

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Facts & Features

Rooms

  • Bedrooms & bathrooms

    Bedrooms: 2

    Bathrooms: 5

  • Other Room

    Level: Main

    Area: 100.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 10X10

  • Family Room - Down

    Level: Basement

    Area: 837.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 31X27

  • Utility Room-Lower Level

    Level: Basement

    Area: 250.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 25X10

  • Walk In Closet

    Level: Main

    Area: 24.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 6X4

  • Bedroom 2

    Level: Main

    Area: 210.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 21X10

  • Bedroom 3

    Level: Basement

    Area: 130.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 10X13

  • Bedroom 4

    Level: Basement

    Area: 195.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 15X13

  • Dining Room

    Level: Main

    Area: 231.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 11X21

  • Family Room

    Level: Main

    Area: 450.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 15X30

  • Kitchen

    Level: Main

    Area: 224.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 16X14

  • Laundry

    Level: Main

    Area: 80.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 10X8

  • Living Room

    Level: Main

    Area: 210.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 14X15

  • Master Bedroom

    Level: Main

    Area: 182.00 Square Feet

    Dimensions: 13X14

Interior

  • Appliances

    Double Oven, Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Stainless Steel Appliance(s)

  • Heating

    Natural Gas, Baseboard, Radiant, Zoned, Radiant Floor

  • Cooling

    Central Air

  • Flooring

    Laminate

  • Sewer

    Public Sewer

  • Interior Features

    Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath

Construction

  • Year Built

    Year Built: 1990

  • Home type

    Single Family Residence

  • Roof

    Asphalt

  • Architectural Style

    Ranch

  • Construction Materials

    Cedar

  • Foundation Details

    Concrete Perimeter

Utilities & Energy

  • Parking Features

    Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Off Street, Owned

  • Laundry Features

    Main Level

  • Water Source

    Lake Michigan

  • Electric

    200+ Amp Service

  • Basement

    Finished, Full

Other Features

  • Lot Features

    Cul De Sac, Landscaped, Wooded

  • Community Features

    Park

  • Patio And Porch Features

    Patio, Porch

Price History

DateEventPrice

10/09/2026

Source: mls_logoMRED MLS-IL #MRD12761808

Listed for Sale

$649,900 +78.05%

$325/sqft

06/17/2021

Source: mls_logoMRED MLS-IL #MRD11088227

Price Increased

$365,000 +5.80%

$182/sqft

06/17/2021

Source: mls_logoMRED MLS-IL #MRD11088227

Sold

$345,000

$172/sqft

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