This home's estimate is 6.4% lower than the average sale price ($414K) of 5 comparable homes.
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838 Merrimac St, Cary, IL 60013
About this home
Bright and sunny split-level home in popular Greenfields Subdivision of Cary! This 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom house is the perfect home for its next owners with tons of charm and potential. Hardwood floors throughout the upper level. The kitchen has been opened to overlook the dining and living areas with a large island perfect for entertaining. Dining room sliders open to a nice sized deck and a large backyard ideal for hosting summer gatherings. Built in custom bookcases in the lower level family room. This house has solid bones and just needs a freshen up to make it a cozy home on a quiet, tree lined street. Two car attached garage. This house is priced to sell and won't last long. Just a short walk to a new splash pad and a few minutes drive to dining and the Metra.
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Sale history for 838 Merrimac St
$81/sq ft
$85/sq ft
$66/sq ft
Tax history for 838 Merrimac St
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
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Property details
Parking
- Parking Information
- # of Cars: 2
- # of Garage Spaces: 2
- Garage Parking
- Attached Garage
- Garage On-Site
- Owned Garage
Interior
- Bedroom Information
- # of Bedrooms: 5
- # of Bedrooms (Above Grade): 5
- Master Bedroom Information
- Size: 12X19
- On Main Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Bedroom #2 Information
- Size: 12X15
- On Main Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Bedroom #3 Information
- Size: 11X11
- On Main Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Bedroom #4 Information
- Size: 15X16
- On Lower Level
- Carpet Flooring
- Bathroom Information
- # of Baths (Full): 2
- Master Bath
- Double Sink
- Living Room Information
- Size: 15X20
- On Main Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Family Room Information
- Size: 14X27
- On Lower Level
- Wood Laminate Flooring
- Dining Room Information
- Combined with Living Room
- Size: 10X13
- On Main Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Kitchen Information
- Size: 13X13
- Island
- On Main Level
- Hardwood Flooring
- Laundry Room Information
- Size: 15X16
- On Lower Level
- Other Flooring
- Additional Rooms Information
- 5th Bedroom, Foyer
- Additional Room #1 Information
- Bedroom #5
- Size: 11X16
- On Lower Level
- Carpet Flooring
- Additional Room #2 Information
- Foyer
- Size: 8X13
- On Main Level
- Equipment
- Oven/Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Dryer
- Interior Features
- Hardwood Flooring
- Heating & Cooling
- Gas Heating, Forced Air Heating
- Central Air Conditioning
Exterior
- Building Information
- Sq. Ft. Source: Other
- Age: 41-50 Years
- Vinyl Siding
- Lot Information
- Dimensions: 0.2121
- Less Than .25 Acre
- Property Information
- # of Rooms: 9
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Aprox. Total Finished Sq. Ft.: 0
- Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 0
- School Bus Service, Commuter Train
- Parcel Identification Number: 1914201007
Financial
- Financial Information
- Tax: $6,822
- Tax Year: 2018
- Tax Exemptions: Homeowner, Senior
- Special Service Area: N
- Finance Code: Conventional
Utilities
- Utility Information
- Water: Public
- Sewer (Public)
Location
- Community Information
- Park/Playground
- School Information
- Elementary School: Briargate Elementary School
- Elementary School District: 26
- Junior High: Cary Junior High School
- Junior High District: 26
- High School: Cary-Grove Community High School
- High School District: 155
- Location Information
- Subdivision: Greenfields
- Township: Algonquin
- Corporate Limits: Cary
- Directions: Take Cary-Algonquin to Main St (W) to Asbury St (Right) to Merrimac St (Left) to home on the right
Public facts
- Beds: —
- Baths: 2.0
- Sq. Ft.: 2,772
- Stories: 1.0
- Lot Size: 9,513 square feet
- Style: Single Family Residential
- Year Built: 1978
- Year Renovated: —
- County: McHenry County
- APN: 19-14-201-007
Other
- Listing Information
- Sale Price Includes Parking
- Possession: Closing
- Holds Earnest Money: Yes
- Sale Terms: Conventional, Cash Only
- Seller Concessions: No
Around this home
Schools
Public 1-5 • Assigned • 0.7mi
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 1.7mi
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 1.3mi
Lifestyle
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Climate risks
Estimated 70-78% chance of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
0.15% chance of being in a wildfire in next 30 years
7 days above 100° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.1 hours in June and 3.4 hours in December, placing it below the U.S. average for solar exposure.
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| Address | Redfin Estimate |
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- Beds | 2 Baths | 1924 Sq. Ft. | $361,832 |
- Beds | 2.5 Baths | 1838 Sq. Ft. | $346,884 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
3 Beds | 1.5 Baths | 1914 Sq. Ft. | $348,579 |
- Beds | 2 Baths | 1838 Sq. Ft. | $352,587 |
| Address | Redfin Estimate |
|---|---|
4 Beds | 2 Baths | 2126 Sq. Ft. | $399,649 |
3 Beds | 2 Baths | 1924 Sq. Ft. | $370,552 |
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