Located on a TREE LINED STREET in a desirable neighborhood not far from sparkling Crystal Lake and the vibrantly charming community of Lakewood, this DIAMOND IN THE ROUGH awaits your updates and vision to make it your own. SUPER PRIVATE FENCED backyard with concrete patio is your outdoor escape for year-round fun. Roomy kitchen with sunshiny adjacent eating area opens to inviting family room with STONE FIREPLACE. Formal dining room could make a handy home office? Primary bedroom complete with private bathroom. Fully unfinished lower level for LOADS OF STORAGE or finish off for more living space to enjoy. Relish the abundant parks, recreation areas, destination dining & shopping and award-winning schools of this popular Northwest suburb! Seller is looking for quick closing and transferring the property as-is.
Single-familyProperty Type
1980Year Built
0.32 acresLot Size
$131Price/Sq.Ft.
2 car garageParking
Listed by Tyler Lewke• Keller Williams Success Realty
Listed by Tessie Smith-Meseth• Keller Williams Success Realty
Est. $1,948 per month, based on comparable rentals
Sale and tax history for 9517 Ballard Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12651724
Jun 26, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$315,000
$131/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08975188
Oct 21, 2016
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$145,000
$60/sq ft
Jun 30, 2016
Pending
—
Jun 17, 2016
Price Changed
$152,500
$64/sq ft
Jun 15, 2016
Price Changed
$157,500
$66/sq ft
Jun 1, 2016
Price Changed
$160,000
$67/sq ft
May 23, 2016
Relisted (Reactivated)
—
Nov 6, 2015
Pending
—
Oct 21, 2015
Price Changed
$165,000
$69/sq ft
Oct 20, 2015
Price Changed
$179,099
$75/sq ft
Oct 15, 2015
Price Changed
$182,500
$76/sq ft
Sep 28, 2015
Price Changed
$189,905
$79/sq ft
Sep 21, 2015
Price Changed
$190,099
$79/sq ft
Sep 15, 2015
Price Changed
$190,250
$79/sq ft
Sep 7, 2015
Relisted (Reactivated)
—
Aug 26, 2015
Pending
—
Aug 19, 2015
Price Changed
$191,250
$80/sq ft
Aug 11, 2015
Price Changed
$192,450
$80/sq ft
Aug 6, 2015
Price Changed
$194,450
$81/sq ft
Jul 25, 2015
Price Changed
$197,998
$82/sq ft
Jul 7, 2015
Listed (New)
$199,000
$83/sq ft
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There are no remarks available.
Public Records
Aug 23, 2005
Sold
$222,500
$93/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 15, 2002
Sold
$181,500
$76/sq ft
Public Records
Jun 20, 2001
Sold
$175,000
$73/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 7, 2000
Sold
$170,000
$71/sq ft
Public Records
Apr 1, 1985
Sold
$80,000
$33/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$6,752 (+3.6%)
$7,575 + $94,245
$101,820
2024
$6,518 (+3.5%)
$6,989 + $86,950
$93,939
2023
$6,296 (+5.4%)
$6,278 + $78,108
$84,386
2022
$5,975 (+5.0%)
$5,717 + $71,124
$76,841
2021
$5,692 (+1.3%)
$5,384 + $66,984
$72,368
2020
$5,621 (+1.7%)
$5,240 + $65,198
$70,438
2019
$5,526 (+11.4%)
$5,106 + $63,533
$68,639
2018
$4,958 (+0.8%)
$4,979 + $55,737
$60,716
2017
$4,918 (+6.2%)
$4,979 + $55,737
$60,716
2016
$4,632 (+1.5%)
$4,461 + $47,572
$52,033
2015
$4,564 (−18.4%)
$4,461 + $47,572
$52,033
2013
$5,591 (+7.6%)
$10,237 + $50,054
$60,291
2012
$5,195 (−0.7%)
$10,320 + $50,458
$60,778
2011
$5,233 (+15.0%)
$17,517 + $51,730
$69,247
2010
$4,551 (−5.0%)
$16,634 + $49,122
$65,756
2008
$4,792 (+5.8%)
$16,634 + $61,710
$78,344
2007
$4,531
$16,093 + $59,704
$75,797
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
0.25 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
2,435
Year built
1980
Style
Single Family Residential
County
McHenry County
APN
18-02-252-006
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Aug 4, 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 Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12 x 12
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12 x 10
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 16 x 14
Flooring: Other
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 14
Flooring: Other
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Eating Area-Table Space
Level: Main
Dimensions: 12 x 14
Flooring: Other
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Basement
Dimensions: 10 x 10
Flooring: Other
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 12
Flooring: Carpet
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 16 x 14
Flooring: Carpet
Bath: Full
Additional Rooms Information
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Unfinished, Full
Laundry Features: Gas Dryer Hookup
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 7
Equipment
Appliances: Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener Owned, Humidifier
Water-Softener Owned, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Family Room
Fireplace Features: Gas Starter
Exterior
Exterior Features
Patio And Porch Features: Patio
Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Age: 41-50 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
Roof: Asphalt
Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 2 Stories
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
General Information: School Bus Service
Parcel Number: 1802252006
Fencing: Fenced
Lot Information
Dimensions: 43x50x125x111x114x18
Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre
Lot Size Source: County Records
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $6,518
Tax Year: 2024
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Community Information
Community Features: Park, Street Paved
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 47
Elementary School: West Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 47
Middle Or Junior School: Richard F Bernotas Middle School
High School District: 155
High School: Crystal Lake Central High School
Location Information
Subdivision Name: Westmoor Gardens
Township: Grafton
Corporate Limits: Crystal Lake
Directions: North Ave West to Brairwood North to Ballard West
Public facts
Beds: 3
Baths: 2.5
Sq. Ft.: 2,435
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 0.25 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1980
Year Renovated: —
County: McHenry County
APN: 18-02-252-006
Home facts updated by county records on Aug 4, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
West Elementary School
Public K-5 • Assigned • 0.4mi
6/10
Richard F Bernotas Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 2.4mi
5/10
Crystal Lake Central High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 3.1mi
8/10
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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
0.31% chance of being 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
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Crystal Lake, IL • 60014
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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36
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32
60
42
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49
80
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83
67
80
63
78
57
66
47
49
36
34
20
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Sun exposure
97/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.8 hrs
6.6 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Estimated sale price
$351,000 – $424,000
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