With the new school year approaching and the holidays just around the corner, now is the perfect time to make this beautiful Algonquin ranch your own! Nestled on a picturesque .35-acre lot with a tranquil creek, abundant wildlife, and peaceful-tranquil views, this charming 3-bedroom, 2-bath home offers 1,842 square feet of comfortable living space. From the moment you arrive, the inviting front porch welcomes you to relax with your morning coffee and enjoy the beauty of the neighborhood throughout every season. Step inside to a bright and welcoming living room featuring a cozy brick fireplace, creating the perfect setting for relaxing evenings at home. The beautifully remodeled kitchen serves as the heart of the home, showcasing abundant white shaker cabinetry, a stunning marine blue center island, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances including a cooktop, and double ovens. A wall of windows flood the space with natural light while framing serene backyard views. Spacious and inviting, the expansive dining room flows effortlessly between the kitchen and living room, making daily dining convenient while offering a more private setting for entertaining guests, celebrating holidays, and hosting special events. Just off the kitchen, sliding glass doors open to an exceptional three-season room that truly extends the living space outdoors. Warm cedar shake and knotty pine walls, a beautiful wood shiplap ceiling, and panoramic backyard views create an inviting retreat where you can entertain friends, dine bug-free, watch local wildlife, or simply unwind while enjoying the sights and sounds of nature. Accessible from both the kitchen and second bedroom, this versatile space can easily serve as a sunroom, reading nook, hobby room, entertainment area, or private escape. A dedicated mudroom and laundry area add everyday convenience, helping keep outdoor elements neatly contained. The spacious primary suite features two double closets, while two additional bedrooms provide flexibility for family, guests, or a home office. Two full bathrooms complete this functional layout. Outside, you'll discover even more ways to enjoy the property's natural setting. The patio is perfect for grilling, outdoor dining, or relaxing with a good book. A storage shed offers space for tools and equipment, while the firepit creates the perfect setting for crisp autumn evenings spent roasting marshmallows and making memories. The attached garage has been insulated and finished with attractive wood shiplap, creating a clean, versatile space for parking, storage, hobbies, or workshop projects. You'll appreciate the peace of mind that comes with major updates already completed, including the boiler (2024), living room carpet (2020), and within the last 10 years, electrical completely rewired, central air, windows (excluding the three-season room), and gutters. Ideally located just minutes from downtown Algonquin, you'll enjoy easy access to local restaurants, shopping, parks, and the Fox River's many recreational opportunities. Explore more than 20 neighborhood and community parks, cool off at the Louis Armstrong Memorial Pool and Splash Pad, enjoy the 34-acre Algonquin Lakes Park, or take advantage of the nearby Prairie Trail South, offering 17 miles of paved paths for walking, biking, and rollerblading. This is more than a house, it's a place to create memories for years to come. Schedule your showing today!
Listed by
Listing Agent - Richard O'Connor
Listing Office - Realty Executives Cornerstone
Source: MRED
MLS#12726665 • last updated
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Overview
Cooling/AC
Central Air
Levels/Style
Ranch
MLS #
12726665
Virtual Tour
N/A
Status
Contingent
SubType
1 Story
Living Area
1842
Type
Detached Single
Lot Size (Acres)
0.35
Property Tax $
7568.44
Year Built
1955
HOA Fee $
0, Not Applicable
Interior
# Full Baths
2
Attic
Pull Down Stair
Basement
Crawl Space
Add'l Room(s)
Sun Room
Dining Room
Separate
Total # of Rooms
6
Flooring
Hardwood
Accessibility Features
No
# Fireplaces
1
Fireplace
Wood Burning, Living Room
Windows
Screens
Exterior
Foundation
Concrete Perimeter
Roof
Asphalt
Construction
Vinyl Siding
# Garage Spaces
2
Patio and Porch
Patio
Other Structures
Shed(s)
Exterior Features
Fire Pit
Lot Desc
.50-.99 Acre, Mature Trees
Amenities / Utilities
Sewer/ Septic Desc
Public Sewer
Water Source
Public
HOA Fee Includes
None
Location
Waterfront
Stream
Area
Algonquin
County
McHenry
Elementary School
Eastview Elementary School
Elementary School District
300
High School
Dundee-Crown High School
Middle School District
300
Middle School
Algonquin Middle School
High School District
300
APN
1927427015
Directions
Algonquin Rd (Rte. 62) To N On Harrison To L On Getzelman. Property Is On Your Left.
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