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Discover a peaceful yet active 55+ lifestyle in sought-after Willow Lake Estates in Elgin. Built in 2016, this surprisingly spacious 1,456-square-foot ranch offers modern construction, and far more room than it appears from the outside. Imagine starting your day with a relaxing walk-or golf cart ride-to Willow Lake or Lake Lena, both stocked fishing lakes. In the evenings, unwind along the Fox River, where benches offer beautiful views and calming sunsets. This age-qualified community offers an impressive lineup of amenities: a large sandy beach with a footbridge to a lakeside gazebo, a heated outdoor pool with bathhouse, shuffleboard courts, horseshoe pits, and a spacious clubhouse overlooking green open space. Residents also enjoy pet-friendly walking areas, convenient PACE Bus access, and included lawn care and snow removal-perfect for low-maintenance living. Step inside this comfortable ranch-style home and you'll notice how much room you really have. The wide interior doorways and open hallways make the home feel spacious and easy to navigate, giving you a layout that works whether you're hosting guests or enjoying quiet time. The kitchen is a real highlight-plenty of cabinet and counter space, a dining room, and all appliances included so you can move right in. The three-bedroom, two-bath design provides flexibility for guests, hobbies, or a home office, and the walk-in closets & full-size laundry closet adds everyday practicality. A 3-car-deep driveway with carport, plus a separate storage shed, gives you plenty of room for tools, gardening supplies, or seasonal items. One of the best features of this home is its location along the channel. You can enjoy peaceful water views, visiting birds, and the calming feel of nature right outside your door. It's a quiet, relaxing backdrop that adds a sense of privacy. And when you're ready to explore the area, you're near everything you need: I-90, downtown Elgin, Advocate Sherman Hospital and surrounding medical services, Judson University, shopping, dining, parks, and the Grand Victoria Casino. This must see home offers you low-maintenance living while giving you the opportunity for seasonal travel!
173 Northshore Rd Elgin, IL 60123
