Recently Listed Open House 11/1 1pm - 3pm
1320 Old Bay Road
Johnsburg, IL, 60051 $ 898,000
Bedrooms5 Baths4.0 Sq 2,869 Monthly Estimate*
$ 6,202
for $898,000 with 5 bedrooms and 4 full baths. This 2,869 square foot home was built in 1905 on a lot size of 0.51.
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!
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Open House
11/1/2026 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
1320 Old Bay Road Johnsburg, IL
* Some states or local ordinances may prohibit Open Houses at this time, please confirm with your Weichert agent or local rep to confirm
FeaturesGeneralLiving Area 2869
Sewer Septic Tank
Heating Baseboard
Cooling Central Air
Possession Closing
Roof Asphalt
Appliances Range Microwave Dishwasher Refrigerator Washer Dryer Trash Compactor
Garage Spaces 4
Association Fee Includes None
Construction Materials Cedar
Year Built 1905
Township McHenry
Tax Year 2025
Ownership Fee Simple
Assoc Fee Paid Per Not Applicable
County McHenry
New Construction N
Property Type Residential Detached Single
Total Rooms 14
Full Baths 4
Status New
Directions Route 12 to Bay Road West then turn right onto Old Bay Road and follow to the house.
High School Johnsburg High School
City Johnsburg
High School District 12
MLS Area Holiday Hills / Johnsburg / McHenry / Lakemoor / McCullom Lake / Sunnyside / Ringwood
Elementary School Johnsburg Elementary School
Tax Annual Amount 17569.96
Middle/Junior High School Johnsburg Junior High School
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Standard Status Active
Middle/Junior School District 12
Elementary School District 12
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InteriorInterior Amenities Vaulted Ceiling(s) Dry Bar 1st Floor Bedroom 1st Floor Full Bath Walk-In Closet(s) Separate Dining Room Workshop
Basement Finished Full Walk-Out Access
Total Fireplaces 1
Fireplace Features Wood Burning Gas Starter
Half Baths 0
Total Bedrooms 5
Below Grade Finished Area 1813
Room Type Bedroom 5 Eating Area Sitting Room Workshop Bonus Room Recreation Room
Total Baths 4
Bedrooms Possible 5
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ExteriorParking Features Asphalt Garage Door Opener Garage Yes Garage Owned Detached
Lot Features Water Rights Wooded
Water Source Well
Total Parking 4
Lot Dimensions 65 x 349 x 66 x 354
Lot Size Acres 0.51
Waterfront Y/N Y
Other Equipment Central Vacuum Sump Pump Water Heater-Gas
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* Excluded FeaturesAffordability Calculator
- Monthly Principal & Interest
- $6,202
- Monthly Property Taxes
- $1,464
- Monthly Home Insurance
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Default based on a 30-year fixed rate of 7.375% with 20% down. The estimated payment is offered for convenience and is not an offer of credit. Due to market fluctuations, interest rates are subject to change at any time and without notice. Your individual rate may vary. Rates may differ for FHA, VA or jumbo loans.
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1757006 Elementary School
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Pricing History| Date | Price | Price Change | Description |
|---|
| 10/29/2026 | $898,000 | | Listed Price |