Incredible all brick 4,292 sq/ft 4 bed, 3 bath home with loft, 3 fireplaces, 4 car garage overlooking the Fox River. Recently remodeled throughout with an amazing open concept main level including a sizable 2-story foyer, spacious Living Room with custom stone fireplace, incredible kitchen with 42" cabinetry, pantry, upgraded ss appliances, granite counters, sizable island with custom backsplash, Family Room with fireplace, Dining Room, sizable main level bedroom, full bath, huge bonus room with vaulted ceilings/skylights and laundry area. Sliders across the back of the home lead to a massive 2-level deck and paver patio. Upstairs is a delightful master bedroom with vaulted ceilings and dramatic floor to ceiling fireplace, 2 closets and newly remodeled onsuite bath with custom tiled steam shower, heated floors, freestanding tub and skylights. Down the hall are 2 additional bedrooms, loft space and a 2nd remodeled full bath. The basement is partially finished offering additional living space and storage. Attached 4 car tandem garage and all brick circular driveway. Newer painting, flooring, lighting throughout. Community boat launch and park.
Excellent opportunity to make this 3900 square foot all brick dream home your own. So much potential and character here. This home has an excellent floor plan and a large wooded and private lot . Huge master suite w/fireplace & sitting area. Office and loft can easily be converted to bedrooms. Brick paver driveway leads to over sized 3 car garage. Owners enjoy water rights in private park and abundant area amenities
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,180 (+6.8%)
$38,188 + $138,487
$176,675
2024
$11,403 (+5.2%)
$35,323 + $128,098
$163,421
2023
$10,838 (+6.3%)
$31,592 + $114,568
$146,160
2022
$10,200 (+4.1%)
$20,749 + $112,258
$133,007
2021
$9,796 (+2.6%)
$19,330 + $104,582
$123,912
2020
$9,546 (+2.2%)
$18,646 + $100,880
$119,526
2019
$9,336 (+4.7%)
$17,846 + $96,554
$114,400
2018
$8,915 (+2.1%)
$16,486 + $89,195
$105,681
2017
$8,735 (+1.4%)
$16,486 + $89,195
$105,681
2016
$8,614 (+7.9%)
$15,531 + $84,027
$99,558
2015
$7,986 (−18.2%)
$14,567 + $78,810
$93,377
2013
$9,761 (+1.8%)
$13,589 + $89,826
$103,415
2012
$9,590 (+4.5%)
$14,486 + $95,753
$110,239
2011
$9,176 (+2.2%)
$15,929 + $105,292
$121,221
2010
$8,974 (+3.1%)
$17,024 + $112,528
$129,552
2008
$8,706 (+5.0%)
$17,024 + $125,906
$142,930
2007
$8,289
$16,554 + $122,429
$138,983
Tax history for 1621 Short St
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$12,180 (+6.8%)
$38,188 + $138,487
$176,675
2024
$11,403 (+5.2%)
$35,323 + $128,098
$163,421
2023
$10,838 (+6.3%)
$31,592 + $114,568
$146,160
2022
$10,200 (+4.1%)
$20,749 + $112,258
$133,007
2021
$9,796 (+2.6%)
$19,330 + $104,582
$123,912
2020
$9,546 (+2.2%)
$18,646 + $100,880
$119,526
2019
$9,336 (+4.7%)
$17,846 + $96,554
$114,400
2018
$8,915 (+2.1%)
$16,486 + $89,195
$105,681
2017
$8,735 (+1.4%)
$16,486 + $89,195
$105,681
2016
$8,614 (+7.9%)
$15,531 + $84,027
$99,558
2015
$7,986 (−18.2%)
$14,567 + $78,810
$93,377
2013
$9,761 (+1.8%)
$13,589 + $89,826
$103,415
2012
$9,590 (+4.5%)
$14,486 + $95,753
$110,239
2011
$9,176 (+2.2%)
$15,929 + $105,292
$121,221
2010
$8,974 (+3.1%)
$17,024 + $112,528
$129,552
2008
$8,706 (+5.0%)
$17,024 + $125,906
$142,930
2007
$8,289
$16,554 + $122,429
$138,983
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
2.5
Stories
1
Lot width
100 ft.
Lot depth
300 ft.
Lot size
0.69 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
4,292
Year built
1965
Style
Single Family Residential
County
McHenry County
APN
19-26-154-003
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Sep 2, 2026.
R1
Single-Family Residential District
The intent of the R-1 Single-Family Residential District is to accommodate a single-family residential use on lots a minimum of 0.5 acre in size. The R-1 District is for areas of higher residential density located in close proximity to municipalities or historic town centers where services are available and more accessible.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Cars: 4
# of Garage Spaces: 4
Garage Parking
Garage Door Opener(s), Heated Garage, Tandem Garage, 7+ Ft. High Garage Door
Attached Garage
Garage On-Site
Owned Garage
Brick Driveway, Circular Driveway
Interior
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 4
# of Bedrooms (Above Grade): 4
Master Bedroom Information
Size: 25X21
On 2nd Level
Carpet Flooring
Bedroom #2 Information
Size: 19X13
On 2nd Level
Carpet Flooring
Bedroom #3 Information
Size: 15X11
On 2nd Level
Carpet Flooring
Bedroom #4 Information
Size: 19X16
On Main Level
Carpet Flooring
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 3
Master Bath
Separate Shower, Steam Shower, Double Sink
Living Room Information
Size: 20X20
On Main Level
Carpet Flooring
Family Room Information
Size: 13X19
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Dining Room Information
Separate Dining Room
Size: 18X12
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Kitchen Information
Size: 14X19
Eating Area (Breakfast Bar), Island, Pantry (Closet)
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Laundry Room Information
Size: 10X8
On Main Level
Ceramic/Porcelain Tile Flooring
Additional Rooms Information
Loft, Bonus Room
Partial Basement
Partially Finished Basement
Unfinished Attic
Additional Room #2 Information
Loft
Size: 12X10
On 2nd Level
Carpet Flooring
Additional Room #3 Information
Bonus Room
Size: 27X14
On Main Level
Hardwood Flooring
Equipment
Oven/Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, High End Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, All Stainless Steel Kitchen Appliances, Wine Cooler/Refrigerator, Range Hood, Water Softener, Water Softener Owned
Water Softener (Owned), Ceiling Fan, Sump Pump
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 3
In Family Room, In Living Room, In Master Bedroom
Wood Burning, Gas Logs, Gas Starter
Interior Features
Vaulted/Cathedral Ceilings, Skylight(s), Dry Bar, Hardwood Flooring, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Laundry, 1st Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s)
Heating & Cooling
Gas Heating, Forced Air Heating
Central Air Conditioning
Exterior
Building Information
Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
Built Before 1978
Recent Rehab (Y/N): Yes
Age: 51-60 Years
Brick Exterior
Block Foundation
Asphalt/Glass Roof (Shingles)
Property Features
Deck, Brick Paver Patio, Storm/Screen Windows
Lot Information
Dimensions: 30000
.50-.99 Acre
Water Rights, Water View, Wooded, Mature Trees
Property Information
# of Rooms: 10
Ownership: Fee Simple with HOA
Aprox. Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 0
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 0
Rehab Year: 2019
School Bus Service, Interstate Access
Parcel Identification Number: 1926154003
Financial
Financial Information
Tax: $8,914.62
Tax Year: 2018
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
Special Service Area: N
Finance Code: Conventional
Utilities
Utility Information
Water: Well (Private)
Septic (Private)
Circuit Breakers
Location
Community Information
Park/Playground, Dock Community, Water Rights, Paved Street
Homeowners Association Information
Assessments/Association Dues: $100
Frequency: Annual
Assessment Includes: Includes Lake Rights, Includes Other Benefits (See Remarks)
School Information
Elementary School: Eastview Elementary School
Elementary School District: 300
Junior High: Algonquin Middle School
Junior High District: 300
High School: Dundee-Crown High School
High School District: 300
Location Information
Township: Algonquin
Corporate Limits: Algonquin
Directions: Rout 31 to Cary Algonquin Road go east to Blackhawk, turn right on Short Road
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 4,292
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.69 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1965
Year Renovated: —
County: McHenry County
APN: 19-26-154-003
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Possession: Closing
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Sale Terms: Conventional, FHA, VA
Seller Concessions: No
Around this home
Schools
Eastview Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.5mi
9/10
Algonquin Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.5mi
6/10
Dundee-Crown High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.1mi
6/10
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Lifestyle
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.1 hours in
June and 3.4 hours in December, placing it below the
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Estimated sale price
$571,000 – $691,000
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