Welcome to this spacious and beautifully maintained 5-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offering 2,163 square feet of comfortable living space on a generous .25-acre lot in Crystal Lake. Designed for both everyday living and entertaining, this home features a thoughtful layout with abundant space and numerous recent updates throughout. The main level offers a bright and inviting living room, a dining area perfect for gatherings, and a kitchen that flows seamlessly to the backyard through a newer sliding glass door installed in July 2025. New countertops and kitchen sink installed in Feb 2026! Step out onto the deck to enjoy outdoor dining, relaxing mornings, or evening get-togethers overlooking the large backyard. The main floor also includes the primary bedroom along with two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a convenient half bath, creating an ideal setup for comfortable main-level living. The fully finished basement significantly expands the home's living space and versatility. Here you'll find a spacious recreation room perfect for movie nights, gaming, or entertaining guests, along with two additional bedrooms, a full bathroom, and a laundry room. A dedicated home gym with durable rubber flooring makes it easy to maintain an active lifestyle without leaving home. One of the home's standout features is the custom electric fireplace installed in April 2024, which adds warmth and style to the living space while also incorporating a hidden mantle drawer and a unique slide-out panel that provides secret storage access behind the fireplace-an eye-catching and functional design element that sets this home apart. The outdoor space is just as inviting, featuring a large backyard ideal for play, gardening, or hosting gatherings. A charming gravel fire pit area creates the perfect setting for relaxing evenings, roasting marshmallows, or enjoying time with friends and family under the stars. The garage is also thoughtfully equipped with built-in storage shelves and a tote rack system, providing excellent organization and functionality. This home has been carefully maintained and updated over the years, including a new HVAC system with furnace and air conditioning installed in 2020, a beautifully remodeled main bathroom completed in November 2022, installation of the custom electric fireplace in April 2024, a new sliding glass door in July 2025, a new front door and garage door in October 2025, and an updated electrical panel in November 2025. With generous living space, modern improvements, unique custom features, and a welcoming outdoor setting, this home offers the perfect combination of comfort, functionality, and character in a desirable Crystal Lake location.