Nestled on over 1.25 beautifully landscaped acres, this well-maintained 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath home offers the perfect balance of peaceful country living and everyday convenience. The meticulously cared-for front yard reflects years of thoughtful landscaping and attention to detail, creating a warm welcome and a truly picturesque setting. Surrounded by mature greenery and open space, you'll appreciate the quiet, tranquil atmosphere that makes this property feel like a private retreat. Inside, the updated kitchen, renovated in 2023, features quartz countertops, new flooring, updated hardware, a new refrigerator, and dishwasher, blending modern finishes with everyday functionality. Additional recent improvements include a brand-new deep water well (2026), new garage door (2026), new water heater installed in July 2026 with a 6-year warranty, and a washer and dryer replaced in 2024. The expansive 4.5-car garage provides exceptional space for vehicles, storage, or hobbies. Ideally located just a few blocks from the train station, this home offers the convenience commuters appreciate while maintaining the peaceful setting you'll love coming home to. Situated in a highly sought-after school district of Cary Grove High School & within walking distance to Algonquin Road Elementary School, and located in a charming golf cart-friendly community, this property offers a rare combination of space, updates, and location that's hard to find.
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Market trends in 60021, IL
Last updated July 2026
Buyer's Market
Seller's Market
Seller's market
Sale-to-List Price
101.7%
+1.4% MoM
Median sale price
$367K
$8K MoM
Avg. days on market
42d
1 days MoM
Recently sold homes
31
12 MoM
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Rental estimate
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Sale and tax history for 1212 Algonquin Rd
Sale History
Tax History
Date
Event
Price
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #12706801
Aug 25, 2026
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$375,000
$225/sq ft
Jul 27, 2026
Pending
—
Jul 16, 2026
Listed (Active)
$369,000
$221/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11205621
Oct 13, 2021
Sold (MLS) (Closed)
$260,000
$156/sq ft
Sep 5, 2021
Pending (Active Under Contract)
—
Aug 31, 2021
Listed (Active)
$249,900
$150/sq ft
+20
Renovated ranch on one-of-kind Fox River Grove property sprawling over 1.3 beautifully landscaped acres! Home offers plenty of living space with 3 beds/1.5 and 1668 sq ft above grade, not to mention the additional 600 sq ft found in the basement just awaiting your finishing touches! An abundance of space between the two garages with a total of 4.5 car room, so bring your motor toys! Newer floors, windows, doors, appliances, fixtures, and fresh paint throughout! Bathroom tastefully redone completely! Fireplace centrally located in the family room warms up the house on those colder winter nights. Close to river, Metra, and highly acclaimed Algonquin Road School! MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEVIED, HIGHEST AND BEST DUE BY 5PM ON SATURDAY 9/4.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09952694
Oct 5, 2018
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$215,000
$129/sq ft
Sep 2, 2018
Contingent
—
Aug 14, 2018
Price Changed
$229,500
$138/sq ft
Jul 11, 2018
Price Changed
$234,500
$141/sq ft
May 24, 2018
Price Changed
$249,900
$150/sq ft
May 16, 2018
Listed (New)
$259,900
$156/sq ft
+18
Renovated ranch on one of kind Fox River Grove property stretching over 1.3 beautifully landscaped acres! Home offers plenty of living space with four beds and 1668 sq ft above grade, not to mention the additional 600 sq ft found in the basement just awaiting your finishing touches! An abundance of space between the two garages with a total of 4.5 car room, so bring your motor toys! Newer floors, windows, doors, appliances, fixtures, and fresh paint throughout! Bathroom tastefully redone completely! Fireplace centrally located in the family room warms up the house on those colder winter nights. Close to river, Metra, and highly acclaimed Algonquin Road School! You don't see properties like this every day.
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07961351
Jun 20, 2012
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$69,900
$42/sq ft
Jun 6, 2012
Pending
—
May 25, 2012
Price Changed (Price Change)
$69,900
$42/sq ft
Apr 27, 2012
Price Changed (Price Change)
$74,900
$45/sq ft
Apr 6, 2012
Price Changed (Price Change)
$79,995
$48/sq ft
Mar 16, 2012
Price Changed (Price Change)
$89,900
$54/sq ft
Feb 27, 2012
Price Changed (Price Change)
$97,500
$58/sq ft
Feb 2, 2012
Price Changed (Price Change)
$106,000
$64/sq ft
Jan 12, 2012
Price Changed (Price Change)
$117,500
$70/sq ft
Dec 16, 2011
Listed (New)
$129,900
$78/sq ft
Public Records
Oct 14, 1998
Sold
$158,500
$95/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,093 (+4.6%)
$32,086 + $82,051
$114,137
2024
$8,695 (+3.6%)
$29,679 + $75,896
$105,575
2023
$8,393 (+10.6%)
$26,544 + $67,879
$94,423
2022
$7,588 (+7.1%)
$17,575 + $67,439
$85,014
2021
$7,082 (+2.4%)
$16,373 + $62,827
$79,200
2020
$6,918 (+3.9%)
$15,793 + $60,603
$76,396
2019
$6,657 (+1.8%)
$15,116 + $58,004
$73,120
2018
$6,539 (+3.0%)
$13,964 + $53,583
$67,547
2017
$6,351 (+2.2%)
$13,964 + $53,583
$67,547
2016
$6,214 (+2.3%)
$13,155 + $50,479
$63,634
2015
$6,075 (+3.2%)
$12,338 + $47,345
$59,683
2013
$5,884 (−10.4%)
$11,510 + $44,167
$55,677
2012
$6,564 (+13.9%)
$12,269 + $47,081
$59,350
2011
$5,761 (+1.4%)
$13,491 + $51,772
$65,263
2010
$5,684 (+0.5%)
$14,418 + $55,330
$69,748
2008
$5,658 (+8.9%)
$14,418 + $62,533
$76,951
2007
$5,194
$14,020 + $59,550
$73,570
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
4
Baths
1.5
Stories
1
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
1.37 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
1,668
Year built
1954
Style
Single Family Residential
County
McHenry County
APN
20-19-302-009
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 15, 2026.
E1
Estate District
The intent of the E-1 Estate District is to accommodate single-family residences on a minimum of 1 acre that, due to topography and location, are well suited for single-family use. The E-1 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.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking Information
# of Garage Spaces: 4.5
# of Parking (Total): 4.5
Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Attached
Interior
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 1
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 3
# of Bedrooms Possible: 3
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 10
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 10
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 9
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 18 x 15
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 14
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 14 x 12
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Main
Dimensions: 16 x 12
Additional Rooms Information
Basement: Unfinished, Full
Interior Features
# of Rooms: 7
Equipment
Ceiling Fan(s)
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Family Room
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Exterior
Building Information
Living Area Source: Other
Age: 71-80 Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding, Brick
Aprox. Total Finished Sq Ft: 1,668
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 1 Story
Main Sq Ft: 1668
Ownership: Fee Simple
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 1,668
Total Sq Ft: 1,668
Parcel Number: 2019302009
Lot Information
Dimensions: 277x207x223x214
Lot Size: 1.0-1.99 Acres
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $9,093
Tax Year: 2025
Financial Information
Finance Code: FHA
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 3
Elementary School: Algonquin Road Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 3
Middle Or Junior School: Fox River Grove Middle School
High School District: 155
High School: Cary-Grove Community High School
Location Information
Township: Algonquin
Corporate Limits: Unincorporated
Directions: Route 14 to Algonquin Rd South to property
Public facts
Beds: 4
Baths: 1.5
Sq. Ft.: 1,668
Stories: 1.0
Lot Size: 1.37 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: 1954
Year Renovated: —
County: McHenry County
APN: 20-19-302-009
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 15, 2026
Other
Listing Information
Holds Earnest Money: Yes
Possession: Closing
Some Photos Virtually Staged?: No
Around this home
Schools
Algonquin Road Elementary School
Public PreK-4 • Assigned • 0.5mi
8/10
Fox River Grove Middle School
Public 5-8 • Assigned • 1.4mi
6/10
Cary-Grove Community High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.4mi
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
0.31% 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
3/10 Air Factor
3 unhealthy days expected this year, 3 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Fox River Grove, IL • 60021
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Sun exposure
98/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
11 hrs
6.4 hrs
JuneDecember
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Estimated sale price
$368,000 – $445,000
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