Spectacular 2 story 3000+ sqft Cedar home situated on 6+ beautifully manicured acres with the Kishwaukee River running through the rear portion of the property. This home features 3 bedrooms with the master on the main level with MBR bath, FP, huge walk-in. Hardwood floors throughout living and dining rooms and master bedroom. Kitchen and living room display an open concept with granite counters, breakfast bar and SS appliances. The adjoining living room boasts of cathedral ceiling, WB FP and walls of windows. Lower level is finished with a rec room, office, bar, laundry and full bath. The interior of the entire home has recently been freshly painted. The 3 car garage is heated and also has an additional finished office/studio on its second level. A beautiful porch wraps around the entire house. An outbuilding is set up presently with 6 dog runs/kennels, office space, bathroom and lots of storage. Property completely fenced. Zoned AG. Home warranty. Magnificent!
RanchProperty Type
1998Year Built
6.7 acresLot Size
$95Price/Sq.Ft.
3 garage spacesParking
Listed by Carmen Augelli• Keller Williams Realty Signature
Listed by Velta Pocs• Keller Williams Realty Signature
Spectacular 2 story 3000+ sqft cedar home situated on 6+ beautifully manicured acres with the Kishwaukee River running through the rear portion of the propery. This home features 3 bedrooms with the master on the main level with FP, MB bath, huge walk-in. Hardwood floors throughout living and dining rooms and master bedroom. Kitchen and living room display an open concept with granite counters, breakfast bar and SS appliances. The adjoining living room boasts of cathedral ceiling, wood burning fireplace and walls of windows. Lower level is finished with a recroom, office, bar, laundry and full bath. The interior of the entire home has recently been freshly painted. The 3 car garage is heated and also has an additional finished office/studio on its second level. A beautiful porch wraps around the entire house. An outbuilding is set up presently with 6 dog runs/kennels, office space, bathroom and lots of storage. Property completely fenced. Zoned AG. Home warranty Magnificent!
NWIAR #116279
Sep 28, 2015
Sold
$425,000
$95/sq ft
Jul 15, 2015
Listed
$425,000
$95/sq ft
+20
Spectacular 2 story 3000+ sqft cedar home situated on 6+ beautifully manicured acres with the Kishwaukee River running through the rear portion of the propery. This home features 3 bedrooms with the master on the main level with its own ensuite bath, fireplace and huge walk-in closet. Hardwood floors throughout living and dining rooms and master bedroom. Kitchen and living room display an open concept with granite counters, breakfast bar and SS appliances. The adjoining living room boasts of cathedral ceiling, wood burning fireplace and walls of windows. Lower level is finished with a recroom, office, bar, laundry and full bath. The interior of the entire home has recently been freshly painted. The 3 car garage is heated and also has an additional finished office/studio on its second level. A beautiful porch wraps around the entire house. An outbuilding is set up presently with 6 dog runs/kennels, office space, bathroom and lots of storage. Property completely fenced. Zoned AG. Home warranty. Magnificent! For additional photos of this spectacular property please view the Virtual Tour.
NWIAR #201504535
Sep 28, 2015
Sold
$425,000
$95/sq ft
Jul 15, 2015
Listed
$425,000
$95/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07563067
Oct 5, 2010
Sold (MLS) (Closed Sale)
$408,000
$91/sq ft
Sep 3, 2010
Contingent
—
Jun 23, 2010
Listed (New)
$443,900
$99/sq ft
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07506527
Jun 17, 2010
Listing Removed
—
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07206571
Apr 16, 2010
Listing Removed
—
Public Records
Jun 9, 2004
Sold
$612,000
$137/sq ft
Public Records
May 23, 1997
Sold
$90,000
$20/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,631 (+1.4%)
$44,308 + $123,787
$168,095
2024
$9,494 (−1.0%)
$41,927 + $117,134
$159,061
2023
$9,586 (+3.0%)
$38,682 + $108,067
$146,749
2022
$9,310 (+5.2%)
$34,852 + $97,366
$132,218
2021
$8,848 (+1.4%)
$32,092 + $89,656
$121,748
2020
$8,723 (−5.7%)
$30,695 + $85,754
$116,449
2019
$9,255 (+34.0%)
$28,974 + $80,946
$109,920
2018
$6,904 (−4.2%)
$27,886 + $55,805
$83,691
2017
$7,208 (+0.2%)
$27,886 + $55,805
$83,691
2016
$7,193 (+4.5%)
$28,487 + $57,008
$85,495
2015
$6,883 (−16.3%)
$27,402 + $54,836
$82,238
2013
$8,228 (−10.4%)
$26,230 + $65,597
$91,827
2012
$9,180 (+4.7%)
$27,994 + $82,171
$110,165
2011
$8,771 (+4.2%)
$31,212 + $91,617
$122,829
2010
$8,420 (+4.0%)
$33,410 + $98,070
$131,480
2008
$8,094 (+7.9%)
$36,438 + $106,958
$143,396
2007
$7,501
$35,145 + $103,163
$138,308
Tax history for 18124 N Garden Valley Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$9,631 (+1.4%)
$44,308 + $123,787
$168,095
2024
$9,494 (−1.0%)
$41,927 + $117,134
$159,061
2023
$9,586 (+3.0%)
$38,682 + $108,067
$146,749
2022
$9,310 (+5.2%)
$34,852 + $97,366
$132,218
2021
$8,848 (+1.4%)
$32,092 + $89,656
$121,748
2020
$8,723 (−5.7%)
$30,695 + $85,754
$116,449
2019
$9,255 (+34.0%)
$28,974 + $80,946
$109,920
2018
$6,904 (−4.2%)
$27,886 + $55,805
$83,691
2017
$7,208 (+0.2%)
$27,886 + $55,805
$83,691
2016
$7,193 (+4.5%)
$28,487 + $57,008
$85,495
2015
$6,883 (−16.3%)
$27,402 + $54,836
$82,238
2013
$8,228 (−10.4%)
$26,230 + $65,597
$91,827
2012
$9,180 (+4.7%)
$27,994 + $82,171
$110,165
2011
$8,771 (+4.2%)
$31,212 + $91,617
$122,829
2010
$8,420 (+4.0%)
$33,410 + $98,070
$131,480
2008
$8,094 (+7.9%)
$36,438 + $106,958
$143,396
2007
$7,501
$35,145 + $103,163
$138,308
*Taxable value of land and structures on it ("additions") is determined regularly by local assessors and does not affect market price.
Public record
Public record
Zoning
Beds
6
Baths
5
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
291,852
Year renovated
2025
Sq. Ft.
4,471
Year built
1998
Style
Ranch
County
McHenry County
APN
12-20-200-008
Parking Spaces
7
Basement
Yes
Accessible
No
HOA Dues
—
Garage
Yes
Features
Views, Green, Waterfront
Last updated by owner on Oct 26, 2025.
A1
Agriculture District
The intent of the A-1 Agriculture District is to permit agricultural purposes and activities. Residences are allowed on large agricultural parcels within the County. The standards of the A-1 District promote the continuation of farming and protect agricultural land uses from the encroachment of incompatible uses.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Agriculture
Equestrian facility
Greenhouse / nursery
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Educational/school
Fire house
Police station
Communications tower
Park & open space
Property details
Parking
Parking/Garage Information
Has Garage
# of Garage Spaces: 3
Parking Features: Detached
Interior
Virtual Tour
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
# of Main Level Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Forced Air, Propane
Interior Features
Appliances: Electric Cooktop, Dishwasher, Disposal, Microwave, Water Softener, Gas Water Heater
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 2
Fireplace Features: Gas, Wood Burning
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Sump Pump, Full
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Shingle
Building Information
Below Grade Finished Area: 1,904
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Wood Siding
Property Features
Other Structures: Outbuilding
Property Information
Property Type: Residential
Property Sub Type: Single Family Residence
Raw Mls Property Sub Type: House
Lot Information
Lot Size Acres: 6.39
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $10,202
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Well
Sewer: Septic Tank
Location
Schools Information
School District: Other/Outside Area
Elementary School: Other/Outside Area
Middle Or Junior School: Other/Outside Area
High School: Other/Outside Area
Public facts
Beds: 6
Baths: 5.0
Sq. Ft.: 4,471
Stories: 1.5
Parking Spaces: 7
Basement: Yes
Accessible: No
Lot Size: 6.7 acres
Style: Ranch
Year Built: 1998
Year Renovated: 2025
County: McHenry County
APN: 12-20-200-008
HOA Dues: —
Garage: Yes
Features: Views, Green, Waterfront
Home facts updated by owner on Oct 26, 2025
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Schools
Ulysses S Grant Intermediate School
Public 4-5 • Assigned • 3.2mi
4/10
Marengo Community Middle School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 3.2mi
5/10
Marengo High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 2.9mi
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 102° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
Minor risk of severe winds over next 30 years
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0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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