Whimsical, Quaint & Absolutely Adorable! Step into a home filled with timeless charm and character, where classic details meet the comforts of everyday living. Built in 1953 and nestled on a generous 0.33-acre lot, this delightful 3-bedroom home offers a lush, fully fenced backyard, inviting outdoor spaces, and a detached 2-car garage. Inside, you'll find warm hardwood floors and classic finishes throughout. The cozy living room welcomes you with a fireplace, while the bright and airy family room features a second fireplace and opens directly to the patio-creating the perfect setting for morning coffee, summer gatherings, or relaxing evenings overlooking your spacious backyard. The partially finished basement adds flexible living space along with a convenient half bath, offering plenty of possibilities for a rec room, hobby area, home office, or cozy retreat. And then there's the lifestyle! Enjoy Silver Lake water access with granted rights to both North and South Beach, perfect for fishing, swimming, or paddleboating. Nearby, you'll find a children's playground, Fen Nature Preserve, and the Community Park Gazebo-making it easy to enjoy the outdoors right outside your door. Located within the award-winning Cary-Grove school district, with Deer Path Elementary, Cary Junior High, and Cary-Grove High School. Conveniently close to shopping, the charming downtowns of Cary and Crystal Lake, and the Metra train for an easy commute to Chicago. Charming, comfortable, and wonderfully connected to everything Cary has to offer-this is one of those homes that simply makes you smile. Come see why!
Single-familyProperty Type
1953Year Built
$181Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Michelle Mackey• Baird & Warner
Bought with Teresa Stultz• Premier Living Properties
Est. $2,634 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 6206 Hilly Way
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12728656
Sep 18, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$325,500
$181/sq ft
Aug 17, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Aug 13, 2026
Listed (Active)
$320,000
$178/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12434643
Feb 2, 2026
Listing Removed
—
Jan 28, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
Dec 3, 2025
Listing Removed
—
Aug 14, 2025
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08698566
Oct 23, 2014
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$130,000
$72/sq ft
Sep 26, 2014
Pending (Contingent (Do Not Show))
—
Sep 23, 2014
Relisted (Reactivated)
—
Sep 13, 2014
Contingent
—
Sep 2, 2014
Price Changed (Price Change)
$138,900
$77/sq ft
Aug 11, 2014
Listed (New)
$148,900
$83/sq ft
+13
There are no remarks available.
Public Records
Apr 27, 2004
Sold
$172,000
$96/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 14, 2001
Sold
$143,000
$80/sq ft
Public Records
May 24, 1991
Sold
$102,500
$57/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$5,891 (+3.0%)
$14,854 + $69,815
$84,669
2024
$5,721 (+1.3%)
$13,740 + $64,578
$78,318
2023
$5,646 (+4.3%)
$12,289 + $57,757
$70,046
2022
$5,416 (+4.4%)
$15,514 + $50,678
$66,192
2021
$5,187 (+14.4%)
$14,453 + $47,213
$61,666
2020
$4,535 (+2.2%)
$13,941 + $45,542
$59,483
2019
$4,439 (+34.8%)
$13,343 + $43,589
$56,932
2018
$3,293 (+2.5%)
$12,326 + $30,523
$42,849
2017
$3,214 (+1.2%)
$12,326 + $30,523
$42,849
2016
$3,176 (+1.4%)
$11,612 + $28,755
$40,367
2015
$3,133 (−34.2%)
$10,891 + $26,970
$37,861
2013
$4,763 (+16.7%)
$10,160 + $35,807
$45,967
2012
$4,081 (+4.3%)
$10,830 + $38,170
$49,000
2011
$3,914 (+4.0%)
$11,909 + $41,973
$53,882
2010
$3,763 (+0.8%)
$12,727 + $44,857
$57,584
2008
$3,734 (+5.3%)
$12,727 + $50,803
$63,530
2007
$3,546
$12,376 + $49,400
$61,776
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Permits
Beds
3
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
120 ft.
Lot depth
120 ft.
Lot size
0.33 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,621
Year built
1953
Style
Single Family Residential
County
McHenry County
APN
19-01-202-010
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
Apr 10, 1961 • Final
Residential single family residence
New construction
Permit history is from public records and may be incomplete or inaccurate. Redfin and its agents make no representations about the property condition or permit status. Buyers should independently verify all information.
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Basement Bathrooms (Y/N): Yes
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 8 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Main
Dimensions: 8 x 10
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 19 x 20
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 8 x 16
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 8 x 11
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 21
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 8 x 11
Flooring: Hardwood
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Basement: Partially Finished, Partial
Basement Sq. Ft.: 698
Interior Features
Interior Features: 1st Floor Full Bath
# of Rooms: 6
Flooring: Hardwood
Equipment
Water-Softener Owned
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Location: Family Room,Living Room
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Building Information
Living Area Source: Estimated
Age: 71-80 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 1,621
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1 Story
Main Sq Ft: 1621
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 2,319
Total Sq Ft: 1,621
General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
Parcel Number: 1901202010
Lot Information
Dimensions: 120 x 119 x 120 x119
Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $5,721
Tax Year: 2024
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Park, Lake, Water Rights
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 26
Elementary School: Deer Path Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 26
Middle Or Junior School: Cary Junior High School
High School District: 155
High School: Cary-Grove Community High School
Location Information
Subdivision Name: Silver Lake
Township: Algonquin
Corporate Limits: Cary
Directions: Northwest Hwy to Silver Lake to Green St to Hilly Way
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,621
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 0.33 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1953
Year Renovated: —
County: McHenry County
APN: 19-01-202-010
Home facts updated by county records on Sep 2, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Teams Information
Buyer Team Name: The Stultz Team
Around this home
Schools
Deer Path Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.5mi
7/10
Cary Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 0.8mi
7/10
Cary-Grove Community High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
10/10
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Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
3/10 Fire Factor
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 100° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Cary, IL • 60013
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
28
13
36
20
53
32
61
41
68
47
80
61
84
66
80
61
77
56
66
46
48
35
34
20
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Feb
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Apr
May
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Jul
Aug
Sep
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Dec
Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home ranks in the top 24% for direct sun exposure in Cary. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.4 hrs
6.3 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$318,000 – $385,000
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