Build your dream home on this spacious lot located at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac in the beautiful Apple Canyon Lake community. The property offers convenient access to the lakeâ??s scenic trail system - perfect for hiking or exploring by ATV/UTV. Ownership at Apple Canyon Lake includes access to a private recreational lake ideal for boating, fishing, swimming, kayaking, canoeing, and paddleboarding. Residents also enjoy a wide range of amenities, including a private beach, swimming pool, pickleball and basketball courts, clubhouse, marina, and a 9-hole golf course. The community also features The Cove Restaurant, offering a great place to relax after a day on the lake or golf course. Apple Canyon Lake is known for its beautiful natural surroundings and active outdoor lifestyle, making it a great place for a full-time residence or weekend getaway. Covenants, restrictions, and annual association dues apply. For more information about the community and amenities, visit applecanyonlake.org.
Inexpensive way to access all the amenities of the Apple Canyon Lake-including zero-depth pool, beach, trails and more. HOA fees/dues apply. List of covenants and restrictions are accessible at applecanyonlake.org
Great location. Adjoins a large 5+ acre greenspace, close to nature trails, Nixon Beach, and Waterfall/Spillway. Gentle slope ideal for a walkout lower-level Ranch style house plan. Homesite is lightly wooded, offers a nice distant view and a 5+ acre Greenspace to the North & East. Tour around Apple Canyon Lake and over to the Marina, Property Owners Club (with Pool) and The Cove Restaurant. Homesite consisted of two lots 68 & 69 combined into one, now .78 acre. Covenants & restrictions apply. Annual dues & fees apply. See association website at www.applecanyonlake.organd search under Perspective Buyers for rules, regs, building codes, etc...
Here is your chance to own one of the last remaining waterfront lots on Apple Canyon Lake. This prime wooded lot offers approximately 290 feet of private shoreline located in no wake bay perfect for swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding and fishing. Excellent potential for your new lake home with private dock access and gorgeous sunset views. Mature trees and rock outcroppings really add to the beauty of this 1.33 acre waterfront property. Covenants & restrictions apply. Annual dues & fees apply. See association website at www.applecanyonlake.org and search under Perspective Buyers for rules, regs, building codes, etc...
Location, location, location! This exceptional 0.44-acre buildable lot is tucked away on a quiet street, offering a peaceful, nature-filled setting with beautiful views and added privacy from surrounding green space and mature trees. Enjoy walking distance to Nixon Beach and close proximity to the campground, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts and lake lovers. Just minutes from the 14-mile trail system, this property is ideal for hiking, biking, and exploring the natural beauty of the area. Located in the highly desirable Scales Mound School District, it combines tranquility with convenience. Residents enjoy all the amenities of Apple Canyon Lake, featuring a beautiful private 400-acre lake, recreational opportunities, and a warm, welcoming community. A rare opportunity to build your dream retreat in a truly serene setting. Covenants & Restrictions Apply. Annual HOA Fees Apply.
Elevated lot in Apple Canyon Lake. Located at the end of court with greenspace to the north & east. Get a glimpse of the lake to the west. Great amenities with ownership include boating, fishing, beach, campgrounds, trails throughout, outdoor pool, & more. Great piece to own in this lake community at a great price. Covenants, Restrictions, & HOA fees apply.
Discover the perfect opportunity to own a buildable lot --gently slopes to the rear in the General Grant Unit of beautiful Apple Canyon Lake â?? whether youâ??re ready to build now or looking for an amenity lot to enjoy everything this vibrant community has to offer. As a property owner, youâ??ll have full access to an incredible lineup of amenities designed for recreation, relaxation, and connection: Private 400-acre lake â?? boating, fishing, kayaking, and year-round waterfront enjoyment Nixon Beach â?? sandy shoreline perfect for swimming and summer fun. 14-mile trail system â?? scenic paths for hiking, walking, and exploring nature. 9-hole golf course â?? beautifully maintained and enjoyable for all skill levels. Community pool â?? cool off and unwind during warm summer days. Outdoor sports complex â?? including popular pickleball courts. Firehouse Fitness Center â?? stay active close to home Ownerâ??s Club & year-round family-friendly events â?? bringing neighbors together in every season. Whether you envision building your dream home or simply owning an amenity lot for lake access and community benefits, this property offers flexibility and value in one of northwest Illinoisâ?? most sought-after private lake communities. At Apple Canyon Lake, itâ??s more than just property â?? itâ??s community, fun, and relaxation all year long. Donâ??t miss your chance to be part of it! Annual HOA Fees Apply. Covenants & Restrictions Apply.
Fantastic opportunity to own a buildable .53-acre lot, with the .44-acre lot next to it also available, offering a combined total of approximately .98 acres if purchased together. Seller will provide a toward boat dock access when both lots are purchased. if buying together for Located in the desirable Fairway Section of Apple Canyon Lake, near the golf course, waterfall, campgrounds, and Nixon Beach, and just minutes from the Owner's Club, swimming pool, Firehouse Fitness Center, sports complex, and marina.Perfect for building your dream home, vacation retreat, or securing nearly one acre in this beautiful lake and golf community.Enjoy year-round recreational activities including:* Golfing* Boating* Fishing* Swimming* Hiking Covenants & Restrictions apply. Annual HOA fee required.Electric and community water nearby. No septic currently on vacant lot.Don't miss this rare opportunity to own nearly one acre in one of the most sought-after sections of Apple Canyon Lake.
Large 1.34-acre lot in secluded section of Apple Canyon Lake. Gradual slope to the rear for walk-out home option. Stream and association greenspace just beyond the property. Short distance up the road to trail system that surrounds the lake. Simply a beautiful setting. Covenants & restrictions apply. Annual dues & fees apply. See association website at www.applecanyonlake.org and search under Perspective Buyers for rules, regs, building codes, etc...
Wooded lot with large greenspace to the rear and near the association trail system. Association covenants & restrictions apply. Annual dues & fees apply
Apple Canyon Lake is a private 400 acre lake in scenic N W Illinois. This affordable buildable lot allows you access to all of the amenities the association offers even if you aren't planning on building. Water and electricity available at the lot and the trail system is nearby. Some of the amenities are a trail system, beach area with bath house, outdoor pool and sports complex, campground, golf course, marina, and fitness center. Annual HOA dues and closing costs will be the buyer's responsibility.
Generously sized .50-acre level, buildable lot situated on a quiet cul-de-sac in the desirable Scales Mound School District. This versatile property is perfect for building your dream home or can be enjoyed as an amenity lot, conveniently located near the 13-mile trail system for easy access to outdoor recreation. Located within Apple Canyon Lake, residents enjoy exclusive access to a private lake, Nixon Beach, campground, outdoor pool, and an outdoor sports complex, along with a golf course, clubhouse, marina, and fitness center. A fantastic opportunity to enjoy resort-style amenities while living in a peaceful, natural setting. Annual HOA dues apply.
Buildable vacant lot nestled in the desirable Scales Mound School District. This scenic property features trees and a gentle rear slope, making it ideal for a walkout design. Enjoy added privacy with greenspace located behind the lot and easy access to a 13-mile trail system just steps away. Located within Apple Canyon Lake, residents enjoy exclusive access to a private lake, Nixon Beach, campground, outdoor pool, and an outdoor sports complex, along with a golf course, clubhouse, marina, and fitness center. This is a fantastic opportunity to build your dream home while enjoying resort-style amenities in a peaceful, natural setting. Annual HOA Dues & Fees apply.
Just up the street from private Nixon Beach at Apple Canyon Lake. Trail access nearby with access past waterfall and around the lake. Excellent location. Apple Canyon Lake is a private association with covenants & restrictions. Annual dues & fees apply.
Wooded and large buildable lot at Apple Canyon Lake located close to the water and on Scales Mound School District side of the lake. Seasonal lake view from back of lot. Fiber internet available at ACL. Covenants & restrictions apply. Annual dues & fees apply.
Hard to find vacant lot in the northern portion of beautiful Apple Canyon Lake with a seasonal lake view across Association owned ground. Sitting at the end of a cul de sac, the lot slopes from front to rear which sets up perfectly for walk out lower level towards the lake. Sloping to the Southwest, a new build could be set up to maximize the sunset over the seasonal lake view! Turn your building plans into reality and get ready to live the Apple Canyon Lake life and enjoy all of the amenities it has to offer! Apple Canyon Lake fees, covenants, and restrictions apply. Boundaries as shown in listing photos are for reference only and do NOT represent exact boundary survey.
Excellent 1.12-acre buildable lot at Apple Canyon Lake! This mostly wooded, back-sloping property provides exceptional privacy and a peaceful natural settingâ??perfect for building your ideal home with nature right at your doorstep. The rear of the lot offers direct access to the communityâ??s 14-mile trail system, which winds throughout the resort. Residents enjoy an impressive array of amenities, including: 400-acre private lake with an average depth of 40 ftâ??ideal for kayaking, fishing, boating, and swimming Nixon Beach Campground Ownersâ?? Clubhouse Outdoor pool 9-hole golf course Outdoor courts for basketball, pickleball, and tennis Nature trails Fitness Center This is an excellent opportunity to build in a lake community offering year-round recreation for all ages. Water and electric connections are nearby. Please note that a septic system will need to be installed.
Discover the perfect opportunity to build your dream lake retreat or amenity lot in beautiful Apple Canyon Lake community. This vacant lot offers full access to all community amenities, including Nixon Beach, the private campground, family-friendly pool, outdoor sports complex with pickleball courts, and the scenic 14-mile trail system â?? ideal for walking, ATV, and exploring nature. Enjoy golfing, boating, fishing, swimming, and hiking, in one of the most sought-after destinations in the area. Donâ??t miss your chance to be part of the Apple Canyon Lake lifestyleâ??where every day feels like a vacation! Covenants & Restrictions Apply. Annual HOA fees apply.
Fantastic opportunity to own a buildable lot .37 acres located in the Fairway section at Apple Canyon Lake near the golf course, waterfall, campgrounds, Nixon Beach and just minutes from the Ownerâ??s Club, pool, Firehouse Fitness center, sports complex, and marina. Perfect for building your dream home, vacation retreat, or amenity lot in a beautiful lake and golf community. Enjoy golfing, boating, fishing, swimming, hiking, and year-round recreational activities in one of the most sought-after areas of Apple Canyon Lake. Covenants & Restrictions apply. Annual HOA fee required. Electric and community water nearby. No septic currently on vacant lot.
Elevated lot at Apple Canyon offering extensive country views to the East. Beautiful setting and location. Larger lot. Nice option to gain access to the lakes many amenities including Lake, trails, pool, beach etc... Covenants & restrictions apply. Annual dues & fees apply.
Buildable Lot on 3rd Hole â?? Apple Canyon Lake Golf Course Fantastic opportunity to own a vacant lot overlooking the 3rd Tee Box with 77 ft of backyard frontage on the course. Nestled in a quiet, well-maintained neighborhood, and located near the golf course, waterfall, campgrounds, and just minutes from the Ownerâ??s Club, pool, fitness center, sports complex, and marina. Perfect for building your dream home, vacation retreat, or amenity lot in a beautiful lake and golf community. Enjoy golfing, boating, fishing, swimming, hiking, and year-round recreational activities in one of the most sought-after areas of Apple Canyon Lake. Covenants & Restrictions apply. Annual HOA fee required.
Unique opportunity to own one of the last remaining vacant lakefront lots on Apple Canyon Lake. Lot 1A55 Raindance is a small lakefront which may restrict building options, thus its being sold with lot 1A70 across the street to allow some flexibility such as a build on 70 and use 55 simply as your private lakefront for private dock for two boats and access to the lake. 1A55 Raindance taxes for 2024 $3,044.76 and size is .38 acre. 1A70 Blackhawk taxes for 2024 $18.26 and size is .37 acre. For building codes, restrictions, association dues & fees, visit applecanyonlake.org. Association annual dues for each lot are $1,360 for 2025.
Homesite lot for Sale, Apple Canyon Lake, Apple River, IL 61001. 11A70 Fairway Drive, Apple River, IL 61001 for sale. This vacant homesite lot is conveniently located in the Apple Canyon Lake area. Enjoy the amenities of being a property owner, with a 480-acre lake for water activities, whether it is boating, fishing, water skiing, or kayaking. Check out the marina with a convenience store. There is a 13-mile trail system that circles the whole development. You can walk, ride 4-wheelers, ATVs, or golf carts on trails. There is an archery range, located in the ACL quarry, a fitness center, and a campground for property owners and their guests, which is a short walk to Nixon Beach. A zero-entry outdoor swimming pool, a 9-hole golf course, and a multi-sport complex for those who enjoy tennis, badminton, pickleball, volleyball, or basketball. Come check this property out. Lot dimensions are approximates, and aerial views are estimated boundary lines and NOT a Survey. C/R and HOA apply. Buyer is responsible for installation of septic system and hook-up to the utilities.
Homesite lot for Sale, Apple Canyon Lake, Apple River, IL 61001. 11A19 Bunker Drive, Apple River, IL 61001 for sale. This vacant lot is conveniently located in the Apple Canyon Lake area. Enjoy the amenities of being a property owner, with a 480-acre lake for water activities, whether it is boating, fishing, water skiing, or kayaking. Check out the marina with a convenience store. There is a 13-mile trail system that circles the whole development. You can walk, ride 4-wheelers, ATVs, or golf carts on trails. There is an archery range, located in the ACL quarry, a fitness center, and a campground for property owners and their guests, which is a short walk to Nixon Beach. A zero-entry outdoor swimming pool, a 9-hole golf course, and a multi-sport complex for those who enjoy tennis, badminton, pickleball, volleyball, or basketball. Come check this property out. Lot dimensions are approximates, and aerial views are estimated boundary lines and NOT a Survey. C/R and HOA apply. Buyer is responsible for installation of septic system and hook-up to the utilities.
Apple Canyon Lake lot with seasonal lake view and great location close to association amenities such as pool, clubhouse, marina etc... Covenants & restrictions apply. Annual dues & fees apply.
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Apple River is located in Illinois. Apple River, Illinois has a population of 342. Apple River is more family-centric than the surrounding county with 29.79% of the households containing married families with children. The county average for households married with children is 22.74%.
The median household income in Apple River, Illinois is $42,083. The median household income for the surrounding county is $61,289 compared to the national median of $69,021. The median age of people living in Apple River is 33 years.
The average high temperature in July is 82.4 degrees, with an average low temperature in January of 10.1 degrees. The average rainfall is approximately 36.5 inches per year, with 35.3 inches of snow per year.