Experience the perfect blend of historic charm and 2026 modernization in this 3,100+ sq. ft. storybook estate featuring 4 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms. Perfectly perched on a designated scenic drive, this beautiful residence is a masterclass in preservation and significant modern investment, featuring an original arched door, 9ft ceilings, classic built-ins, and three finished levels of living space. Situated on a dreamy property with a master garden and circular driveway, the home offers unmatched PEACE OF MIND with so many comprehensive mechanical UPDATES: washer, dryer, and dishwasher (2026); main structure roof and water heater (2025); and new furnace, Nest thermostat, air scrubber, humidifier, and stove (2024). High-end finishes include quartz countertops (2023) for a kitchen that opens to a paver patio with a pergola and a stunning sunroom with a brick fireplace featuring new gas logs (2026). The versatile layout includes a first-floor bedroom adjacent to a full bath and a walkout lower level with radiant heat, heated entryway floors, and a 2023-renovated full bathroom. Ideal for hobbyists, the property features a 3-car garage with a 20x11 interior workshop boasting a reinforced concrete roof for a possible addition, plus a 650 sq. ft. 2-story outbuilding for ATVs and outdoor gear. Secured by iron fencing with double-wide gates and located in the premier Prairie Ridge High School boundaries just minutes from downtown Crystal Lake and the Metra, this is a rare opportunity to own a move-in-ready estate with modern reliability. Please see attachments for comprehensive list of updates and property highlights.
Single-familyProperty Type
1969Year Built
1.6 acresLot Size
$193Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Tyler Lewke• Keller Williams Success Realty
Listed by Natasha Teetsov• Keller Williams Success Realty
Bought with Kelly Hafner• Berkshire Hathaway Homeservices Chicago
Est. $3,287 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 6710 Hillside Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12621520
Jun 5, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$602,000
$193/sq ft
May 4, 2026
Contingent (Contingent - Continue to Show)
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11874619
Oct 20, 2023
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$500,000
$160/sq ft
Sep 12, 2023
Contingent (Contingent - No Showings)
—
Sep 7, 2023
Listed (Active)
$479,900
$154/sq ft
+28
One-of-a-kind home with vintage charm, 9 ft ceilings, nestled on a gorgeous 1.5+ acres of natural beauty, privacy and 5 minutes to town, train, and walk to Prairie Ridge High School. If looking for a separate entrance for a any reason---this is your opportunity! Updates: Carpet, Quartz counters, dryer, new basement bath 2023. (The other 2 baths redone in the last 6 years), washer (2-22), basement carpeting (2021). Smart Siding, Pella windows with 2 bay windows, iron fencing with double wide gate and side gate, whole house gas generator with auto start, and paver patio situated under a pergola! Walkout entryway has radiant heat, first floor bedroom next to the bath, and high speed cable internet connection with ETHERNET cable. Enjoy all 3 levels of living--especially the sun room with brick fireplace to sip your favorite beverage! Incredible seasonal views from tons of windows of your Oaks, Pines, and endless varieties of Hydrangeas. Circular driveway with enormous 3-car garage (newer doors, openers), with 20x11 workshop that offer a concrete reinforced roof for possible addition above garage! Idyllic 2-story 650 sq ft. red barn outbuilding with 3 separate areas with own entrances--perfect for ATVS, bikes, storage of whatever you wish! If you have been searching for your SPECIAL home---you have found IT! Combination of vintage meets "modern" with tons of light, plenty of room to roam with 3 levels of space, and hard to believe private setting close to train and town. Make this your next home to make everlasting memories---you deserve it! Per the seller no showings until Saturday.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #10332356
Sep 16, 2019
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$342,000
$110/sq ft
Aug 21, 2019
Contingent
—
Jun 18, 2019
Price Changed
$375,000
$120/sq ft
May 8, 2019
Listed (New)
$400,000
$128/sq ft
+31
$25K Price Improvement!!! Vintage charm meets form, function & totally cool! Hillside cottage architecture on a magical 1.5+ acres of natural beauty close to town yet a world apart. $100K in improvements in last 3 years include 2 gorgeous baths, Smartside siding, fencing, whole house generator, patio, bay & patio windows, the list goes on. Lovingly landscaped with mature oaks, pines & endless varieties of hydrangeas. Enormous 3- car garage (new doors, openers & 20x11 workshop. ) Quintessential 2-story red barn outbuilding for added storage or your imagination! This very special 3 story home is graced with loads of built-ins, natural nooks & crannies with cozy feel yet room to roam. Vintage accents throughout (see pics for a few. ) Need a space with private entrance? Done. You can even bring your vision to expand over the garage with concrete roof serves as a foundation. Updated paver patio sits under picturesque pergola inviting the ultimate entertaining. Just over a mile totrain & town.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09058939
May 16, 2016
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$347,000
$111/sq ft
Apr 1, 2016
Contingent
—
Jan 19, 2016
Price Changed
$365,000
$117/sq ft
Oct 8, 2015
Listed (New)
$375,000
$120/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 15, 2005
Sold
$373,000
$119/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$11,228 (+4.4%)
$31,423 + $128,901
$160,324
2024
$10,752 (+3.2%)
$28,699 + $117,729
$146,428
2023
$10,421 (+5.5%)
$25,737 + $105,577
$131,314
2022
$9,876 (+5.2%)
$23,536 + $96,550
$120,086
2021
$9,390 (+2.8%)
$22,066 + $90,521
$112,587
2020
$9,132 (−13.1%)
$21,405 + $87,808
$109,213
2019
$10,511 (+4.6%)
$34,321 + $88,111
$122,432
2018
$10,045 (−1.1%)
$32,238 + $82,764
$115,002
2017
$10,159 (+0.4%)
$32,238 + $82,764
$115,002
2016
$10,119 (+1.7%)
$30,885 + $79,291
$110,176
2015
$9,954 (+1.1%)
$29,468 + $74,533
$104,001
2013
$9,848 (+2.0%)
$28,044 + $70,933
$98,977
2012
$9,653 (+7.2%)
$29,793 + $75,356
$105,149
2011
$9,008 (+0.8%)
$31,674 + $80,115
$111,789
2010
$8,934 (+7.2%)
$34,124 + $86,312
$120,436
2008
$8,334 (+5.5%)
$36,337 + $91,909
$128,246
2007
$7,896
$35,389 + $89,510
$124,899
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
—
Stories
1.5
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.6 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,834
Year built
1969
Style
Single Family Residential
County
McHenry County
APN
14-29-176-004
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jul 7, 2026.
E3
Estate District
The intent of the E-3 Estate District is to accommodate single-family residences on a minimum of 3 acres that, due to topography and location, are well suited for single-family use. The E-3 District is intended to be located in close proximity to municipalities or historic town centers where infrastructure and services are readily accessible, to encourage the compact and contiguous development policy of the 2030 Plan, and shall take into consideration the densities of the adjacent municipality.