Looking to be close to Fox Lake without the hefty price tag? This charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom ranch home offers a fantastic opportunity to enjoy lake life just a short block away. Tucked back from the street for added privacy, the home features a new front wood fence, a fenced-in backyard, a back deck, and a detached one-car garage with an added hobby/storage space or artist studio. Inside, you'll find an inviting office nook with abundant natural light, seamlessly connected to the spacious living room. The kitchen, equipped with newer stainless steel appliances, offers plenty of room to move around and leads to the back deck for easy outdoor access. The large primary bedroom boasts a generous closet and is nicely separated from the second bedroom by the updated full bathroom with a linen closet. The washer and dryer are conveniently located in a closet and will stay with the home. Other updates include a 2020 furnace, 2022 garage door and opener, and 2022 window AC units. The water softener is owned. Access to the 5' deep crawl space is located at the rear exterior of the house. Grant Woods Forest Preserve across Rt. 59, Fox Lake at the end of the street, Rt. 12 and Fox Lake train station within 5 minutes for an easy commute. This home provides the perfect combination of comfort, convenience, and value near the lake!