For Sale For Rent
Advertise
bedrooms
bedrooms
3
bathrooms
bathrooms
2
square feet
square feet
988
acreage
Acreage
0.21
open houses
Open Houses
-
year built
year built
1998
full baths
Full Baths
2
half baths
Half Baths
0
Welcome to the ''Back 40 of Idlewild'' at 54 E 72nd St, a charming 3-bedroom, 2-bathroom home offering the perfect blend of comfort, space, and recreational opportunities. Nestled across the street from 12,000 acres of National Forest, this property is ideal for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts alike. The home offers a spacious living room with vaulted ceilings, large windows that let in abundant natural light, and a cozy fireplace. Its open floor plan includes an eat-in kitchen with plenty of cabinet space, a convenient main floor laundry room, and lots of closet storage. The three bedrooms are well-sized, and both bathrooms feature tub/shower combos. Recent updates include a new roof installed in December 2021, newer siding, and a 5' well with a new tank and pump updated in Septembe 2024. Outside, the inviting front porch and side deck provide peaceful spaces to relax, while the high-and-dry lot includes the slab from a previous garage, offering future potential. This property is perfectly situated just five minutes from Downtown Idlewild, known for its rich cultural history as the "Black Eden," and ten minutes from Baldwin, where you'll find additional shopping and dining options. Idlewild and Lake County together create a haven for outdoor recreation, offering 156 lakes and 46 rivers and streams for fishing, boating, and kayaking. With 200,000 acres of public land, the area is ideal for hunting, trail riding, snowmobiling, and ORV adventures. Whether you're seeking a full-time residence, vacation retreat, or investment opportunity, this home delivers comfort and convenience, surrounded by unparalleled natural beauty and endless outdoor activities. Schedule your private showing today and discover all that 54 E 72nd St and Idlewild have to offer!
Location
Subdivision Idlewild Terrace 4
County Lake
Elementary School -
Middle School -
High School -
open houses Open houses
None scheduled.
Find out more
Tell us who you are, and we will have someone reach out to you.

By proceeding, you consent to receive calls, texts and voicemails at the number you provided (may be recorded and may be autodialed and use pre-recorded and artificial voices), and email, from Kotohomes, Jim Vanas, and their network of service providers about your inquiry and other home-related matters.

Msg/data rates may apply. This consent applies even if you are on a do not call list and is not a condition of any purchase.

MLS number: 24060541
Listing agent: Jim Vanas
Listing broker: Legacy Real Estate (616) 929-7653
Copyright © 2025 Michigan Regional Information Center, LLC. All rights reserved. All information provided by the listing agent/broker is deemed reliable but is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.   [source]
Last update: Tuesday, March 4 2025 at 6:40 p.m. EST
Kotohomes National