Lake Geneva’s most affordable starter homes

2022-10-08 01:59:06 By : Mr. David liu

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This is your chance to rent one of the most beautiful lake homes on the Chain! This spectacular fully furnished Victorian is available for month to month tenants! Just approaching this home will take your breath away. The landscaping, paint colors, and wraparound deck and covered porch are reminiscent of a dollhouse and the sweeping lawn reaches out to Grass Lake and is surrounded by Chain o Lakes state park on one side. The wildlife is incredible! Inside you are greeted by vaulted wooden ceilings and richly carved woodwork. The extra large living room has picture windows facing the lake and includes a gas fireplace for those cozy winter evenings. The large kitchen is perfect for preparing family meals, which can be eaten at the breakfast nook or formal dining area. While the home technically only has 3 bedrooms, there are 3 bonus rooms that could also be used for sleeping! The master bedroom is straight out of a luxury bed and breakfast, complete with a jacuzzi tub next to the bed. Could it get any more relaxing than that? To top it all off, the basement was built to look like a log cabin and includes TONS of extra space! The area includes Wilmot Ski Hill, snowmobile trails, Richardson's Farm, horseback riding, Chain o Lakes State Park, numerous hiking and biking trails, ice fishing, and is close to Lake Geneva and Gurnee Mills! 680 credit score is required as well as first months rent and security deposit. View More

This is your chance to rent one of the most beautiful lake homes on the Chain! This spectacular fully furnished Victorian is available for month to month tenants! Just approaching this home will take your breath away. The landscaping, paint colors, and wraparound deck and covered porch are reminiscent of a dollhouse and the sweeping lawn reaches out to Grass Lake and is surrounded by Chain o Lakes state park on one side. The wildlife is incredible! Inside you are greeted by vaulted wooden ceilings and richly carved woodwork. The extra large living room has picture windows facing the lake and includes a gas fireplace for those cozy winter evenings. The large kitchen is perfect for preparing family meals, which can be eaten at the breakfast nook or formal dining area. While the home technically only has 3 bedrooms, there are 3 bonus rooms that could also be used for sleeping! The master bedroom is straight out of a luxury bed and breakfast, complete with a jacuzzi tub next to the bed. Could it get any more relaxing than that? To top it all off, the basement was built to look like a log cabin and includes TONS of extra space! The area includes Wilmot Ski Hill, snowmobile trails, Richardson's Farm, horseback riding, Chain o Lakes State Park, numerous hiking and biking trails, ice fishing, and is close to Lake Geneva and Gurnee Mills! 680 credit score is required as well as first months rent and security deposit.

SPACIOUS 1 BED / 1 BATH 2ND FLOOR COACH HOUSE FOR RENT WITH WATER VIEWS OF PISTAKEE LAKE! This Coach House comes with 1 Garage Parking Space and In-Unit Washer and Dryer in the Lower Level, Large Master Bedroom, Living Room w/ Slider to Deck and Access to the Back Yard, Dining Room and could be Used as An Office, Kitchen w/ Closet Pantry, Tons of Storage Through-Out, 1 Car Parking Space on the First Level, Landlord pays for Water and Sewer/Septic, No Pets and No Smoking in this House! Must See! View More

SPACIOUS 1 BED / 1 BATH 2ND FLOOR COACH HOUSE FOR RENT WITH WATER VIEWS OF PISTAKEE LAKE! This Coach House comes with 1 Garage Parking Space and In-Unit Washer and Dryer in the Lower Level, Large Master Bedroom, Living Room w/ Slider to Deck and Access to the Back Yard, Dining Room and could be Used as An Office, Kitchen w/ Closet Pantry, Tons of Storage Through-Out, 1 Car Parking Space on the First Level, Landlord pays for Water and Sewer/Septic, No Pets and No Smoking in this House! Must See!

Great three bedroom end unit condo in Legend Lakes! On the main level you have a living room with corner fireplace and plenty of windows allowing in lots of light. The spacious kitchen and eating area feature hardwood floors and sliders to the back with views of the prairie. A separate dining room could also be used as a living room, office space or playroom. Gain access to the two car garage through the laundry room. Upstairs are three well-sized bedrooms including the master with vaulted ceilings, dual closets and private bath. New carpet throughout. This unit is clean and move-in ready! View More

Great three bedroom end unit condo in Legend Lakes! On the main level you have a living room with corner fireplace and plenty of windows allowing in lots of light. The spacious kitchen and eating area feature hardwood floors and sliders to the back with views of the prairie. A separate dining room could also be used as a living room, office space or playroom. Gain access to the two car garage through the laundry room. Upstairs are three well-sized bedrooms including the master with vaulted ceilings, dual closets and private bath. New carpet throughout. This unit is clean and move-in ready!

Really nice single detached home in a great neighborhood with easy access to shopping, schools and main traffic routes. Roll in shower and wall of closets in Primary bedroom. Generous sized second bedroom features ample closet space. Separate Living and Dining Rooms plus Fireplace in Family Room which opens to an awesome kitchen space features sliders to paver patio to back yard. Laundry Room is adjacent to a 6x6 interior storage space and direct access to garage. Storage shed out back. Owner will consider renting furnished and will consider 1 dog. No cats, please View More

Really nice single detached home in a great neighborhood with easy access to shopping, schools and main traffic routes. Roll in shower and wall of closets in Primary bedroom. Generous sized second bedroom features ample closet space. Separate Living and Dining Rooms plus Fireplace in Family Room which opens to an awesome kitchen space features sliders to paver patio to back yard. Laundry Room is adjacent to a 6x6 interior storage space and direct access to garage. Storage shed out back. Owner will consider renting furnished and will consider 1 dog. No cats, please

ABSOLUTLEY STUNNING 2 BEDS / 3.1 BATHS CONNEMARA MODEL TOWN HOME WITH FULL FINISHED BASEMENT AND LOFT. The Loft or Basement could be used as the 3rd Bedroom, and 3.1 Baths (2 with Walk-In Showers) This Open Floor Concept home has an Oversized Living Room with Hardwood Floors and Gas Log Fireplace, Eat-In Kitchen w/ Island, Large Master Bedroom w/ Master Bath w/ Dual Sinks and Whirlpool Tub, Spacious Loft w/ Built-In Entertainment Center, Full Finished Basement w/ Full Bath, Intercom System Through-out, Updated Washer and Dryer, 2 Car Garage, Beautiful Perennial Garden Next to Home, Private Patio, Must See! View More

ABSOLUTLEY STUNNING 2 BEDS / 3.1 BATHS CONNEMARA MODEL TOWN HOME WITH FULL FINISHED BASEMENT AND LOFT. The Loft or Basement could be used as the 3rd Bedroom, and 3.1 Baths (2 with Walk-In Showers) This Open Floor Concept home has an Oversized Living Room with Hardwood Floors and Gas Log Fireplace, Eat-In Kitchen w/ Island, Large Master Bedroom w/ Master Bath w/ Dual Sinks and Whirlpool Tub, Spacious Loft w/ Built-In Entertainment Center, Full Finished Basement w/ Full Bath, Intercom System Through-out, Updated Washer and Dryer, 2 Car Garage, Beautiful Perennial Garden Next to Home, Private Patio, Must See!

This highly desirable 3 bedroom/2.5 bath Spirit Song end unit model townhome in Legend Lakes is set amidst parks, ponds, walking paths and is available immediately for rent!!! New carpeting in the upper level and stairs. Freshly painted in neutral colors throughout guarantees your furnishings will fit right in!!! Main level features foyer with ceramic tile flooring to keep your messy shoes from ever entering your living space. Den can be used as a home office or sitting/library area. Spacious living room will accommodate all your furniture! Kitchen offers plenty of cabinets and ample countertop space for preparing meals...BONUS...pantry closet also!!! Whether cooking or lounging in the living room staying connected with everyone is a breeze as they sit at the table in the adjoining dining room. Sliding glass doors in the dining room lead out onto a semi-private patio where you can enjoy the beautiful weather sipping a cup of coffee in the morning or relaxing after work with a good book. Escape up to the second level offering a generous sized primary bedroom, a full-sized bath and a large walk-in closet for all your belongings! Second and third bedrooms are large enough to fit full sized beds with room to spare! No more lugging laundry and coins to the laundromat as unit has a washer and dryer!!! Two-car attached garage keeps your car cool during the summer months and snow free in the winter...no more battling the elements!!! Credit and background checks are required for all occupants aged 18 and up. THERE ARE NO PETS ALLOWED!!! This is a nonsmoking/non vaping unit. Come make this your new home!! View More

This highly desirable 3 bedroom/2.5 bath Spirit Song end unit model townhome in Legend Lakes is set amidst parks, ponds, walking paths and is available immediately for rent!!! New carpeting in the upper level and stairs. Freshly painted in neutral colors throughout guarantees your furnishings will fit right in!!! Main level features foyer with ceramic tile flooring to keep your messy shoes from ever entering your living space. Den can be used as a home office or sitting/library area. Spacious living room will accommodate all your furniture! Kitchen offers plenty of cabinets and ample countertop space for preparing meals...BONUS...pantry closet also!!! Whether cooking or lounging in the living room staying connected with everyone is a breeze as they sit at the table in the adjoining dining room. Sliding glass doors in the dining room lead out onto a semi-private patio where you can enjoy the beautiful weather sipping a cup of coffee in the morning or relaxing after work with a good book. Escape up to the second level offering a generous sized primary bedroom, a full-sized bath and a large walk-in closet for all your belongings! Second and third bedrooms are large enough to fit full sized beds with room to spare! No more lugging laundry and coins to the laundromat as unit has a washer and dryer!!! Two-car attached garage keeps your car cool during the summer months and snow free in the winter...no more battling the elements!!! Credit and background checks are required for all occupants aged 18 and up. THERE ARE NO PETS ALLOWED!!! This is a nonsmoking/non vaping unit. Come make this your new home!!

Location!!! Location!!! Location!!! Welcome home to your 3 bedrooms, 1 bath main floor unit that is available October 15, 2022, and minutes from the Woodstock Square!!! This roomy first floor unit is move in ready offering an open concept floor plan so you can stay connected with others while preparing meals in the sizeable kitchen or watching the big game in the living room! Unit painted in neutral colors to work with all decorating styles. Nice size bedrooms allow room for your furniture and favorite treasures too. Enjoy all this north side neighborhood location has to offer that is within minutes of your front door~ the farmers market, restaurants, shopping, parks, playgrounds, and Metra train station that is not too close but not too far. Something to do for everyone! Lawn care is included to give you time to spend doing what you truly enjoy. No more trips to the laundromat as there is a washer and dryer in the basement which also offers extra storage space. Enjoy not having to scrape your car in the winter and keep it cool in the summer with the 1 car garage for parking that is included with the rent!!! NO PETS ALLOWED!!! This unit/home is nonsmoking/non~vaping unit. Credit reports required on all applicants and background checks required on all occupants over the age of 18. Schedule your showing today...and Welcome Home! View More

Location!!! Location!!! Location!!! Welcome home to your 3 bedrooms, 1 bath main floor unit that is available October 15, 2022, and minutes from the Woodstock Square!!! This roomy first floor unit is move in ready offering an open concept floor plan so you can stay connected with others while preparing meals in the sizeable kitchen or watching the big game in the living room! Unit painted in neutral colors to work with all decorating styles. Nice size bedrooms allow room for your furniture and favorite treasures too. Enjoy all this north side neighborhood location has to offer that is within minutes of your front door~ the farmers market, restaurants, shopping, parks, playgrounds, and Metra train station that is not too close but not too far. Something to do for everyone! Lawn care is included to give you time to spend doing what you truly enjoy. No more trips to the laundromat as there is a washer and dryer in the basement which also offers extra storage space. Enjoy not having to scrape your car in the winter and keep it cool in the summer with the 1 car garage for parking that is included with the rent!!! NO PETS ALLOWED!!! This unit/home is nonsmoking/non~vaping unit. Credit reports required on all applicants and background checks required on all occupants over the age of 18. Schedule your showing today...and Welcome Home!

Looking for the perfect rental? This is it. Meticulously maintained, this Chicago style 1950's ranch home with its original refinished HARDWOOD FLOORS will charm all who enter. UPDATED kitchen counters, 60/40 sink and NEW APPLIANCES. Both baths are updated and the home has a newer roof, siding, windows and furnace. Has CENTRAL AIR and a washer and dryer are included. You will love the 10 X 20 THREE SEASON ROOM for relaxing and entertaining. Located on Woodstock's south side near schools and parks, just a half mile from historic Woodstock Square in a lovely quiet neighborhood. Enjoy the full, PARTIALLY FINISHED BASEMENT with lots of space for hobbies, work or play. The spacious 1 1/2 car tandem garage with plenty of space for extra toys, bikes or storage. The oversized concrete driveway and deep. partially fenced lot provide ample room for your outside needs. Tenant to pay gas, electric, water/sewer, garbage, internet. View More

Looking for the perfect rental? This is it. Meticulously maintained, this Chicago style 1950's ranch home with its original refinished HARDWOOD FLOORS will charm all who enter. UPDATED kitchen counters, 60/40 sink and NEW APPLIANCES. Both baths are updated and the home has a newer roof, siding, windows and furnace. Has CENTRAL AIR and a washer and dryer are included. You will love the 10 X 20 THREE SEASON ROOM for relaxing and entertaining. Located on Woodstock's south side near schools and parks, just a half mile from historic Woodstock Square in a lovely quiet neighborhood. Enjoy the full, PARTIALLY FINISHED BASEMENT with lots of space for hobbies, work or play. The spacious 1 1/2 car tandem garage with plenty of space for extra toys, bikes or storage. The oversized concrete driveway and deep. partially fenced lot provide ample room for your outside needs. Tenant to pay gas, electric, water/sewer, garbage, internet.

Spacious 2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom Apartment Being Offered In Beautiful Downtown Antioch~Recently Updated Throughout~Open Concept With Abundant Natural Light~Large Closets In Both Bedrooms~In Unit Washer/Dryer~Walking Distance To All That Downtown Antioch Has To Offer~Walking Distance To Metra. View More

Spacious 2 Bedroom/1 Bathroom Apartment Being Offered In Beautiful Downtown Antioch~Recently Updated Throughout~Open Concept With Abundant Natural Light~Large Closets In Both Bedrooms~In Unit Washer/Dryer~Walking Distance To All That Downtown Antioch Has To Offer~Walking Distance To Metra.

This charming two-story Walworth home is available October 15, 2022 through April 30,2023. The first floor is an open concept living room/kitchen space with a full kitchen with all new appliances, TV with built-in streaming apps, and a four-top bar table, sofa, and side chair. The first-floor bedroom has a queen bed with an ample closet. Off of the first-floor bedroom is the backyard patio with patio furniture for four. The bathroom has a small vanity and a bathtub with a shower. The second floor is home to an office loft and separate bedroom with a king bed and generous closet. Central heating and cooling and washer/dryer in the home. Private driveway. No pets. No smoking. View More

This charming two-story Walworth home is available October 15, 2022 through April 30,2023. The first floor is an open concept living room/kitchen space with a full kitchen with all new appliances, TV with built-in streaming apps, and a four-top bar table, sofa, and side chair. The first-floor bedroom has a queen bed with an ample closet. Off of the first-floor bedroom is the backyard patio with patio furniture for four. The bathroom has a small vanity and a bathtub with a shower. The second floor is home to an office loft and separate bedroom with a king bed and generous closet. Central heating and cooling and washer/dryer in the home. Private driveway. No pets. No smoking.

3 room 1 bedroom 1 bath 1st floor unit in a 3 flat located walking distance to the square in downtown Woodstock. View More

3 room 1 bedroom 1 bath 1st floor unit in a 3 flat located walking distance to the square in downtown Woodstock.

Prepare to be impressed! This NEW CONSTRUCTION Charlotte end unit includes the Designer Select package! Welcome home to a spacious foyer entry + powder room. You are sure to be awed as you step into an open concept great room, kitchen and dining room area with sliding glass door access to your outdoor patio. The kitchen is open to the dining room and great room to allow for easy living. Fine finishes include Aristokraft 42' white kitchen cabinets, built-in pantry closet, spacious center island, Quartz countertops and GE stainless steel appliances. Walk upstairs to the 2nd level and enjoy spacious bedrooms + the convenience of a 2nd floor full size laundry room. The primary suite features a huge walk-in closet + a primary bath featuring raised height Aristokraft 35" white cabinets, quartz vanity with undermount bowl, walk-in shower with clear glass door, brushed nickel trim + linen closet. In addition to an impressive primary suite, The Charlotte features a spacious 18x13 2nd bedroom, 9' first floor ceilings, decorative rails, ventilated closet shelving, Shaw carpet and Shaw vinyl plank flooring in the kitchen, foyer, powder room, bathroom and laundry room. Additional easy living features include Eero Pro 6-mesh wifi system, Ring video doorbell Pro, myQ smart garage control, Flo by Moen Smart water shutoff, Honeywell Home T6 Pro-Z-Wave - smart thermostat, water softener, and the option of electric car charging station. All you have to do is move in, hang up your clothes and enjoy all the comforts of home! Legend Lakes Community is sought after for its walking and bike paths, ponds, parks, baseball, soccer & basketball fields and a fire station built right within the community providing the ultimate in safety. McHenry has lots to offer including, nature paths, outdoor movie theatre, wonderful dining experience and so much more. View More

Prepare to be impressed! This NEW CONSTRUCTION Charlotte end unit includes the Designer Select package! Welcome home to a spacious foyer entry + powder room. You are sure to be awed as you step into an open concept great room, kitchen and dining room area with sliding glass door access to your outdoor patio. The kitchen is open to the dining room and great room to allow for easy living. Fine finishes include Aristokraft 42' white kitchen cabinets, built-in pantry closet, spacious center island, Quartz countertops and GE stainless steel appliances. Walk upstairs to the 2nd level and enjoy spacious bedrooms + the convenience of a 2nd floor full size laundry room. The primary suite features a huge walk-in closet + a primary bath featuring raised height Aristokraft 35" white cabinets, quartz vanity with undermount bowl, walk-in shower with clear glass door, brushed nickel trim + linen closet. In addition to an impressive primary suite, The Charlotte features a spacious 18x13 2nd bedroom, 9' first floor ceilings, decorative rails, ventilated closet shelving, Shaw carpet and Shaw vinyl plank flooring in the kitchen, foyer, powder room, bathroom and laundry room. Additional easy living features include Eero Pro 6-mesh wifi system, Ring video doorbell Pro, myQ smart garage control, Flo by Moen Smart water shutoff, Honeywell Home T6 Pro-Z-Wave - smart thermostat, water softener, and the option of electric car charging station. All you have to do is move in, hang up your clothes and enjoy all the comforts of home! Legend Lakes Community is sought after for its walking and bike paths, ponds, parks, baseball, soccer & basketball fields and a fire station built right within the community providing the ultimate in safety. McHenry has lots to offer including, nature paths, outdoor movie theatre, wonderful dining experience and so much more.

Bring your snow mobiles! Settle in for a cozy winter in this adorable, furnished 2 bedroom ranch directly on Pistakee Lake! Enjoy the amazing lake views. 6 MONTH RENTAL ONLY. ******AVAILABLE OCTOBER 15, 2022 UNTIL APRIL 30, 2023.****** View More

Bring your snow mobiles! Settle in for a cozy winter in this adorable, furnished 2 bedroom ranch directly on Pistakee Lake! Enjoy the amazing lake views. 6 MONTH RENTAL ONLY. ******AVAILABLE OCTOBER 15, 2022 UNTIL APRIL 30, 2023.******

NEAT AND CLEAN 2ND FLOOR APARTMENT OF AN OLDER FARM HOUSE IN RURAL AREA. ALL UTILITIES ARE INCLUDED. OWNER LIVES ON MAIN FLOOR. GREAT FOR 1 OR 2 PEOPLE IN A PEACEFUL QUIET LOCATION. NO WASHER AND DRYER. NO PETS. REASONABLE CREDIT SCORES EXPECTED. View More

NEAT AND CLEAN 2ND FLOOR APARTMENT OF AN OLDER FARM HOUSE IN RURAL AREA. ALL UTILITIES ARE INCLUDED. OWNER LIVES ON MAIN FLOOR. GREAT FOR 1 OR 2 PEOPLE IN A PEACEFUL QUIET LOCATION. NO WASHER AND DRYER. NO PETS. REASONABLE CREDIT SCORES EXPECTED.

Welcome to life on the river... bring your boat & fishing poles and enjoy riverfront living on the north branch of the upper Fox River. Travel on your boat north into Wisconsin or head south through beautiful Chain O'Lakes State Park to tour the entire Chain O'Lakes and continue south down the Fox River through the locks in McHenry all the way down to Algonquin IL. This new construction three-bedroom, two-bath home sits at least two feet above floodplain and offers a nice great room with cathedral ceiling & sliding glass door, kitchen, eating area, two main level bedrooms as well as a full bath & laundry room and upper-level master suite with full bath & loft overlooking great room. Main level features beautiful Bamboo flooring. Pretty view of the Fox River and across to the nature area with plenty of wildlife to enjoy. Exterior is cedar with vinyl shingle siding, architectural shingle roof, Andersen windows and masonry around concrete flow-through foundation. Nice deep lot with two car garage and plenty of parking & storage for your boat & other toys. Oak Park playground and boat launch is just a couple minutes away, Gander Mountain Nature Preserve is 5 minutes away and the Chain O'Lakes State Park is approximately 10 minutes away. Shopping areas in Antioch and Spring Grove are also about 10 minutes away. View More

Welcome to life on the river... bring your boat & fishing poles and enjoy riverfront living on the north branch of the upper Fox River. Travel on your boat north into Wisconsin or head south through beautiful Chain O'Lakes State Park to tour the entire Chain O'Lakes and continue south down the Fox River through the locks in McHenry all the way down to Algonquin IL. This new construction three-bedroom, two-bath home sits at least two feet above floodplain and offers a nice great room with cathedral ceiling & sliding glass door, kitchen, eating area, two main level bedrooms as well as a full bath & laundry room and upper-level master suite with full bath & loft overlooking great room. Main level features beautiful Bamboo flooring. Pretty view of the Fox River and across to the nature area with plenty of wildlife to enjoy. Exterior is cedar with vinyl shingle siding, architectural shingle roof, Andersen windows and masonry around concrete flow-through foundation. Nice deep lot with two car garage and plenty of parking & storage for your boat & other toys. Oak Park playground and boat launch is just a couple minutes away, Gander Mountain Nature Preserve is 5 minutes away and the Chain O'Lakes State Park is approximately 10 minutes away. Shopping areas in Antioch and Spring Grove are also about 10 minutes away.

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