1 of a kind property!! Stunning 12.42 acres with large pond and tennis court. Additional parcels are available for a total of 35 acres. Unique home features 4 bedrooms & 3 1/2 baths in the main house with an additional 1 Bed/1 Bath and full kitchen in the Carriage house. 38x40 Barn w/ 12' overhang offers electric/water and can accommodate up to 10 stalls. Additional 24x38 outbuilding. Great location with easy access to I-90. Beautiful stonework and stained-glass windows, along with the 3-story Turret, truly make this home feel like a castle. The chef style kitchen features multiple work areas (2 islands), professional appliances, cherry cabinets, and granite counters. Sip your coffee in the sun-drenched breakfast area while you enjoy the peaceful land and wildlife. Adjacent to the kitchen is a spacious butler's pantry. The Dining Room has an incredible curved wood wall with built in secret shelving and lighted upper cabinets. There is plenty of space for everyone in the generous sized Hearth room. Enjoy a roaring fire next to the massive Stone fireplace while overlooking the snow-covered gardens. Through the 8' solid brass doors is a large in-ground pool (in need of repair). The main floor also includes a den/library with built in bookshelves, hand plugged oak flooring and wood-burning fireplace. There are 3 sunrooms in this home, 2 on the main level and 1 off of the Master bedroom. The Master is located on the 2nd level and features a fireplace, lofted space above leading into the attic and a private sunroom. There are 3 additional bedrooms on the 2nd level along with a combo laundry room and extra-large walk-in closet. The carriage house is perfect for guests and/or in-laws and offers additional office space. There is some work needed to restore this property to its original glory, but the potential is endless. Please ask your agent for the amenity list for additional details.
Single-familyProperty Type
12.42 acresLot Size
$110Est. Price/Sq.Ft.
3 car garageParking
Listed by Amber Andreen• Century 21 Affiliated
Bought with NON-NWIAR Member• NorthWest Illinois Alliance of REALTORS?
1 of a kind property!! Stunning 12.42 acres with large pond and tennis court. Additional parcels are available for a total of 35 acres. Unique home features 4 bedrooms & 3 1/2 baths in the main house with an additional 1 Bed/1 Bath and full kitchen in the Carriage house. 38x40 Barn w/12' overhang offers electric/water and can accommodate up to 10 stalls. Additional 24x38 outbuilding. Great location with easy access to I-90. Beautiful stonework and stained-glass windows, along with the 3-story Turret, truly make this home feel like a castle. The chef style kitchen features multiple work areas (2 islands), professional appliances, cherry cabinets, and granite counters. Sip your coffee in the sun-drenched breakfast area while you enjoy the peaceful land and wildlife. Adjacent to the kitchen is a spacious butler's pantry. The Dining Room has an incredible curved wood wall with built in secret shelving and lighted upper cabinets. There is plenty of space for everyone in the generous sized Hearth room. Enjoy a roaring fire next to the massive Stone fireplace while overlooking the snow-covered gardens. Through the 8' solid brass doors is a large in-ground pool (in need of repair). The main floor also includes a den/library with built in bookshelves, hand plugged oak flooring and wood-burning fireplace. There are 3 sunrooms in this home, 2 on the main level and 1 off of the Master bedroom. The Master is located on the 2nd level and features a fireplace, lofted space above leading into the attic and a private sunroom. There are 3 additional bedrooms on the 2nd level along with a combo laundry room and extra-large walk-in closet. The carriage house is perfect for guests and/or in-laws and offers additional office space. There is some work needed to restore this property to its original glory, but the potential is endless. Please ask your agent for the amenity list for additional details.
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,176 (+2.0%)
$14,456 + $201,098
$215,554
2024
$13,898
$13,606 + $190,899
$204,505
Tax history for 216 Menge Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$14,176 (+2.0%)
$14,456 + $201,098
$215,554
2024
$13,898
$13,606 + $190,899
$204,505
*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
4
Baths
—
Stories
2
Lot width
—
Lot depth
—
Lot size
12.42 Acres
Year renovated
—
Sq. Ft.
5,758
Year built
2005
Style
Ranch
County
McHenry County
APN
07-31-300-026
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
—
Accessible
—
HOA Dues
—
Garage
—
Features
—
Last updated by owner on Jun 15, 2026.
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
Bathroom Information
# of Full Bathrooms: 3
# of Half Bathrooms: 1
Heating & Cooling
Has Cooling
Cooling: Central Air
Has Heating
Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Natural Gas
Interior Features
Interior Features: Walk-In Closet(s)
Appliances: Gas Cooktop, Dishwasher, Dryer, Refrigerator, Oven, Water Softener, Gas Water Heater
Has Fireplace
# of Fireplaces: 3
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning
Room Information
Has Basement
Basement Details: Partial
Exterior
Exterior Features
Roof: Metal, Shingle
Building Information
# of Stories Total: 2
Construction Materials: Brick
Property Features
Accessibility Features: Therapeutic Whirlpool
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: 12.42
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $19,840
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: 4
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: 5,758
Stories: 2.0
Lot Size: 12.42 acres
Style: Ranch
Year Built: 2005
Year Renovated: —
County: McHenry County
APN: 07-31-300-026
Home facts updated by county records on Jun 15, 2026
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Schools
Crosby Elementary School
Public K-3 • Assigned • 5.3mi
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Harvard Junior High School
Public 6-8 • Assigned • 7.0mi
4/10
Harvard High School
Public 9-12 • Assigned • 6.9mi
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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
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
1/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 0 days in 30 years
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Marengo, IL • 60152
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.1 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$604,000 – $731,000
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