Welcome to this charming 3-story farmhouse nestled on 4.6 acres of picturesque land, featuring a classic Sears Catalog barn-an ideal canvas for a modern homestead. This inviting home boasts a spacious layout across three finished levels, offering 6 bedrooms and 2.1 baths. Enjoy a sunny library, a formal dining room, a formal parlor, powder room, & a beautiful stone fireplace in the living room. Recessed lighting & a large country kitchen with a walk-in pantry add to the appeal. 4 spacious bedrooms & a full bath plus 2 linen closets are on the second floor which also has 7 ft ceilings. The third floor is a versatile space, potentially transformed into a private primary suite complete with its own bath, a walk-through closet, & breathtaking views of the property. The expansive barn is structurally sound & serves as a garage, workshop, storage & an area that could be for livestock. A stream meanders through the property, dividing the back wooded area with existing trails, perfect for exploration. Zoned A-1 (Agricultural), this property allows for horses or other livestock. Recent updates include a new roof, gutters & downspouts on both the home & barn (2022), upgraded electric service in the barn (2020), resurfaced deck with structural repairs and a new ramp, & natural gas grill hookup (2019). Interior improvements include new paint on most of the first and second floors (2018/2019), beadboard panels in the master bedroom (2018), refinished original wood floors (2018), a new water pressure tank (2022), high efficiency furnace, central humidifier, water heater, & water softener (2019). Partial estate fencing (2020) is present on the front and east side of the yard. **Please note that the home and all personal property are being sold as-is. This property is not eligible for FHA or VA financing. AGENT RELATED SELLER** While it may require some updates, with your vision and effort, it has the potential to become the hobby farm of your dreams.
$3000 CLOSING COST CREDIT! 3 STORY FARM HOUSE ON 4.6 ACRES WITH A SEARS CATALOG BARN (SOME UPDATES). HOME FEATURES: 6 BEDROOMS, 2.1 BATHS, STONE FIREPLACE, W/ B STOVE HOOKUP, RECESSED LIGHTING T/O, KITCHED HAS CERAMIC BACKSPLASH AND 6X8 PANTRY, 2ND FLR HAS WOODEN THERMAL PANE WINDOWS, BEDROOM 5 HAS WIC. BEAUTIFUL VIEWS. BARN IS USED FOR GARAGE, AND SHOP, ALSO STALLS FOR LIVESTOCK. PROPERTY HAS A STREAM. ZONED A-1 (AG). HORSES ALLOWED! WAS PREVIOUS RENTAL, SO VARIOUS TOUCHUPS/REPAIRS MAY BE NEEDED!
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #08113015
Dec 10, 2012
Listing Removed
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Nov 13, 2012
Price Changed (Price Change)
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Sep 7, 2012
Price Changed (Price Change)
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Jul 12, 2012
Listed (New)
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MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #07949875
Feb 21, 2012
Listing Removed
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Jan 12, 2012
Price Changed (Price Change)
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Dec 21, 2011
Price Changed (Price Change)
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Dec 4, 2011
Price Changed (Price Change)
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Nov 23, 2011
Listed (New)
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Public Records
Nov 2, 2007
Sold
$400,000
$158/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 20, 1995
Sold
$212,000
$84/sq ft
Public Records
Mar 4, 1993
Sold
$181,000
$71/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,215 (−8.6%)
$42,806 + $87,148
$129,954
2024
$8,983 (+1.9%)
$39,635 + $91,034
$130,669
2023
$8,815 (+4.0%)
$36,246 + $83,250
$119,496
2022
$8,479 (+4.0%)
$32,569 + $74,805
$107,374
2021
$8,153 (+2.9%)
$30,302 + $69,599
$99,901
2020
$7,921 (+4.3%)
$28,730 + $65,989
$94,719
2019
$7,595 (−2.8%)
$27,050 + $62,131
$89,181
2018
$7,810 (+1.4%)
$25,378 + $58,290
$83,668
2017
$7,701 (−1.5%)
$25,378 + $58,290
$83,668
2016
$7,820
$22,360 + $51,358
$73,718
2015
$7,821 (−1.1%)
$22,360 + $51,358
$73,718
2013
$7,910 (−0.3%)
$22,153 + $50,881
$73,034
2012
$7,935 (−21.5%)
$24,272 + $55,748
$80,020
2011
$10,108 (+6.9%)
$26,667 + $93,211
$119,878
2010
$9,458 (+10.4%)
$27,918 + $97,583
$125,501
2008
$8,565 (+5.3%)
$29,502 + $103,121
$132,623
2007
$8,137
$28,943 + $101,168
$130,111
Tax history for 8304 Howe Rd
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$8,215 (−8.6%)
$42,806 + $87,148
$129,954
2024
$8,983 (+1.9%)
$39,635 + $91,034
$130,669
2023
$8,815 (+4.0%)
$36,246 + $83,250
$119,496
2022
$8,479 (+4.0%)
$32,569 + $74,805
$107,374
2021
$8,153 (+2.9%)
$30,302 + $69,599
$99,901
2020
$7,921 (+4.3%)
$28,730 + $65,989
$94,719
2019
$7,595 (−2.8%)
$27,050 + $62,131
$89,181
2018
$7,810 (+1.4%)
$25,378 + $58,290
$83,668
2017
$7,701 (−1.5%)
$25,378 + $58,290
$83,668
2016
$7,820
$22,360 + $51,358
$73,718
2015
$7,821 (−1.1%)
$22,360 + $51,358
$73,718
2013
$7,910 (−0.3%)
$22,153 + $50,881
$73,034
2012
$7,935 (−21.5%)
$24,272 + $55,748
$80,020
2011
$10,108 (+6.9%)
$26,667 + $93,211
$119,878
2010
$9,458 (+10.4%)
$27,918 + $97,583
$125,501
2008
$8,565 (+5.3%)
$29,502 + $103,121
$132,623
2007
$8,137
$28,943 + $101,168
$130,111
*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
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Baths
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Stories
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Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
5 Acres
Year renovated
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Sq. Ft.
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Year built
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
McHenry County
APN
08-01-200-021
Parking Spaces
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Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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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 Information
# of Garage Spaces: 2
# of Parking (Total): 2
Parking: Garage
Garage Ownership: Owned
Garage On-Site: Yes
Garage Type: Detached
Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Heated
Driveway: Gravel
Interior
Virtual Tour
Additional Media Type 1: 3D Tour
Additional Media Type 2: Video
Bathroom Information
# of Baths (Full): 2
# of Baths (1/2): 1
Bedroom Information
# of Bedrooms: 6
# of Bedrooms Possible: 6
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 5
Level: Third
Dimensions: 14 x 13
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 6
Level: Third
Dimensions: 12 x 10
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Library
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 8
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Great Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 8
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Eating Area
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 8
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 2
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 10
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 3
Level: Second
Dimensions: 12 x 9
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Bedroom 4
Level: Main
Dimensions: 11 x 10
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Dining Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 12
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Family Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 25
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Kitchen
Type: Pantry-Walk-in
Level: Main
Dimensions: 22 x 11
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Laundry
Level: Main
Dimensions: 10 x 8
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Vinyl
Room Information
Room Type: Living Room
Level: Main
Dimensions: 13 x 13
Window Treatments: None
Flooring: Hardwood
Room Information
Room Type: Master Bedroom
Level: Second
Dimensions: 13 x 13
Window Treatments: All
Flooring: Hardwood
Bath: None
Additional Rooms Information
Attic: Finished
Dining Room: Separate
Basement: Partial
Basement Description: Unfinished
Basement Sq. Ft.: 896
Interior Features
Interior Features: Hardwood Floors, Solar Tubes/Light Tubes, Walk-In Closet(s)
# of Rooms: 13
Equipment
Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener Owned
Humidifier, Water-Softener Owned, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Fan-Whole House, Sump Pump, Water Heater-Gas
Fireplace Information
# of Fireplaces: 1
Fireplace Location: Family Room
Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Free Standing
Exterior
Exterior Features
Exterior Features: Deck, Patio, Workshop
Building Information
Living Area Source: Assessor
Exterior Building Type: Aluminum Siding
Age: 100+ Years
Built Before 1978 (Y/N): Yes
Roof: Asphalt
Property Information
Property Type: Detached Single
Property Type: 3 Stories
Model: FARMHOUSE
Ownership: Fee Simple
Property Currently Being Leased: No
Rebuilt (Y/N): No
Rehab (Y/N): No
Total Finished/Unfinshed Sq Ft: 896
General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
Parcel Number: 0801200021
Lot Information
Dimensions: 330X660
Lot Size: 4.0-4.99 Acres
Lot Features: Horses Allowed, Stream(s), Wooded
Financial
Tax Information
Tax Annual Amount: $8,814.62
Tax Year: 2023
Tax Exemptions: Homeowner
Financial Information
Finance Code: Conventional
Special Service Area: N
Utilities
Utility Information
Water Source: Private Well
Sewer: Septic-Private
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Cooling: Central Air
Location
Homeowners Association Information
Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
School Information
Elementary School District: 200
Elementary School: Greenwood Elementary School
Middle Or Junior School District: 200
Middle Or Junior School: Northwood Middle School
High School District: 200
High School: Woodstock North High School
Location Information
Township: Greenwood
Corporate Limits: Unincorporated
Directions: RT 31 TO BARNARD MILL RD TO HOWE TO PROPERTY
Public facts
Beds: —
Baths: —
Sq. Ft.: —
Stories: —
Lot Size: 5 acres
Style: Single Family Residential
Year Built: —
Year Renovated: —
County: McHenry County
APN: 08-01-200-021
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
Greenwood Elementary School
Public PreK-5 • Assigned • 1.8mi
5/10
Woodstock North High School
Public 8-12 • Assigned • 5.3mi
10/10
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Lifestyle
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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
0.15% 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
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Wonder Lake, IL • 60097
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Sun exposure
In this area, properties receive around 10.1 hours in
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Estimated sale price
$472,000 – $572,000
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