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1139 Karen DriveLake Holiday, IL 60552




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$1,893You know those special homes that regardless of how many times you've been there, or even if it's your first visit, you just feel at ease and truly welcomed? That's the feeling that will surround you from the moment you step inside 1139 Karen Drive! This home has been a "hub" for the current owners & their guests, and now it's awaiting YOU to create your own "hub" with your family and friends here for years and years to come! The exterior of this home exudes 'The American Dream' and has so many ammenties in and of itself, PLUS you will reap all the rewards of being a property owner in the sought after Lake Holiday community! Step inside and you'll be greeted by the 2 story entryway showcasing a newer chandelier, and sight lines into the office on your left, and a spacious sun filled dining room on your right. Further inside, you'll pass a conveniently located wet bar, and land in the open concept living room, breakfast nook, and updated kitchen boasting new stone countertops (complete with a recessed outlet!), new backsplash, new fridge ('24) and dishwasher ('18), along with richly painted cabinets, new hardware, and new fixtures! Just off the kitchen you'll find a 1/2 bath, 1st floor laundry, and connection to the attached 2+ car garage w/ a tandem bay for added storage! Off the breakfast nook, you'll step out into your Summer oasis - the backyard. Enjoy early morning coffee on the brick paver patio while bird watching, or a cozy fire in the firepit area to wrap up a warm Summer night! Either way - big fun is to be had in the .37 acre yard also featuring a newer storage shed! Back inside, let's head upstairs where you'll find the 1st guest bedroom with nearby access to the 2nd full hall bath that then also connects to the 2nd guest bedroom w/ its own vanity for a Jack & Jill like set up. There's also a huge finished room over the garage w/ 2 dormers that could function as the 4th bedroom or a 2nd living room/play room, etc. Last but not least, the primary suite - with tons of natural light coming in and a unique tray ceiling you'll feel like royalty! Your en suite bathroom has been updated with custom soft close cabinetry, stone countertops, a jetted tub, separate walk-in shower, private toilet closet, and connection to the walk-in closet as well! Heading to the grand finale - the basement which features a finished bonus recreation room complete with a built in wet bar, and plenty of space to host fun game nights! The basement is plumbed for a full bath, and also has multiple storage rooms, that could easily be converted to addtl bedrooms, gym space, etc. The possibilities are endless! BIG TICKET IMPROVEMENTS & HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE: New roof (2018 w/ a 10yr warranty!), 2 New HVACS that are dual zoned (2019), Newer sump + back-up, New HWH (2019), newer carpet and fresh paint throughout the majority of the homes interior, 9ft ceilings, 6 panel solid wood doors, Anderson windows throughout, & so much more! 1139 Karen Drive is your ticket to 'Be On Vacation Every Day of the Year!'
3 weeks ago | Listing updated with changes from the MLS® | |
3 weeks ago | Status changed to Active Under Contract | |
4 weeks ago | Price changed to $414,900 | |
2 months ago | Listing first seen on site |

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Joe Frieders, Managing Broker
Swanson Real Estate
815-786-9418 Sandwich
630-553-3333 Yorkville
815-693-4958 Direct
Areas Served: Dekalb, Lasalle, Kendall counties Illinois including Big Rock, Earlville, Hinckley, Leland,
Naperville, Newark, Oswego, Plano, Sandwich, Sheridan, Somonauk and Yorkville
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