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8304 Howe Rd, Wonder Lake, IL, 60097

$424,900

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6 Bedrooms
2 Full Baths, 1 Partial
2,534 SqFt
$168/SqFt
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8304 Howe Rd, Wonder Lake$424,900

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Property Highlights

Home TypeSingle Family Residence
Garage2 spaces
Year Built1915
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
BasementYes
FireplaceWood Burning, Gas Starter, Free Standing
MLS #12153037
Lot Size4.60 Acres
StatusAccepting Backup Offers
(Contingent)

About 8304 Howe Rd

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.

Property Details

Property Features

Property Information:

  • Architectural Style: Farmhouse
  • Year Built: 1915
  • Living Area: 2,534 SqFt

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Plaza
  • Office Phone: (815) 455-1160
  • Listing Agent: Emily Ruhnke

Interior Features

Interior Information:

  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener
  • Basement: Yes
  • Interior: Hardwood Floors, Solar Tubes/Light Tubes, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Pantry
  • Fireplace: Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Free Standing

Bedroom and Bathroom Information:

  • Partial Bathrooms: 1
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedroom Count: 6

Exterior Features

Exterior Information:

  • Exterior: Deck, Patio, Workshop

Parking Information:

  • Garage Space: 2 spaces
  • Attached Garage: No

Lot Features

Lot Information:

  • Lot: Stream/Creek, Wooded
  • Lot Size: 4.60 Acres

Utilities

Utilities Information:

  • Heating: Natural Gas, Forced Air
  • Cooling: Central Air

Other

Directions Information:

  • Directions: RT 31 TO BARNARD MILL RD TO HOWE TO PROPERTY

Price Information

Listing Price Info

Price Summary:

  • List Price: $424,900
  • Price Per SqFt: $168/SqFt

Tax Information:

  • Annual Amount: $7,921
  • Tax Year: 2020
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Housing Market Comparison

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Wonder Lake, IL

City

Med. Sold Price

$288.2K

Med. Price/SqFt

$184

Avg. Days On Market

36

# of Sold Homes

25

8304 Howe Rd vs Wonder Lake

76 DAYS ON ROCKET

+40 Days

$424,900

+$136.6K More

$168/SqFt

-$17 Less

KEY TAKEAWAY

This property is $136.6K more than the Median Sold Price and $17/SqFt less than other homes in Wonder Lake, IL.

Based on homes sold in the last 12 months

MLS Details

MLS Information:

  • MLS Name: MRED
  • MLS Number: #12153037

Listing Office:

  • Office Name: RE/MAX Plaza
  • Office Phone: (815) 455-1160
  • Listing Agent: Emily Ruhnke

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Property Sales & Tax

Listing History

Nov 04, 2009Home Sold
$220,000
Nov 02, 2007Home Sold
$400,000
Aug 21, 2006Home Sold
$73,500

Tax History

YEARPROP. TAXASSESSMENT
2020$7,921$94,719
2019$7,594$89,181
2018$7,700$83,668
2017$7,701$78,525

History based on county public records data.

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Schools

Schools Nearby

The school rating is a score out of 10, where 10 is the highest and 1 is the lowest. Assigned schools have a bold outline.

Nearby Schools

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5
/10

  • Greenwood Elementary School

  • 4618 Greenwood Rd

  • 1.85 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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3
/10

  • Valley View Elementary School

  • 6515 W Il Route 120

  • 4.28 miles

  • Public District Grades KG-5

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6
/10

  • Richmond Grade School

  • 5815 Broadway St

  • 5.02 miles

  • Public District Grades PK-5

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Neighborhood

What Are The Neighbors Like?

The neighbors living near this home have an average income of $78,966. The majority of Wonder Lake, IL residents have income between $35k-100k annually. Residents typically live in married, no kids family. Most residents in this area have post secondary degree education.

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Frequently Asked Questions About 8304 Howe Rd

What is the listing price of this property?

The listing price of 8304 Howe Rd property is $424,900.

What type of property is this?

The property 8304 Howe Rd is a house located in Wonder Lake, Illinois, 60097.

Is this property for sale now?

Accepting Backup Offers: 8304 Howe Rd is Accepting Backup Offers (Active Under Contract), there is still a chance to have your real estate agent submit an offer.

What is the annual property tax for this property?

According to the records, the last property tax for 2020 is $7,921 (source: MLS/based on county public records data).

When was this property sold last time and for how much?

The last sale was on November 4, 2009 for $220,000. (source: MLS/tax record).

How many bedrooms and bathrooms does this property have?

The property at 8304 Howe Rd has 6 bedrooms and 2 full and 1 half bathrooms.

What is the square footage of this property?

The property 8304 Howe Rd is 2,534 SqFt (source: MLS/tax record).

Which year was this property built?

The year of construction for 8304 Howe Rd is 1915.

Rocket Homes›Illinois›McHenry County›Wonder Lake›60097›8304 Howe Rd

This home is located at 8304 Howe Rd in Wonder Lake, IL and zip code 60097. This 2,534 square foot home, which was built in 1915, sits on a 4.60 acre lot. Features: 6 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms. It has been listed on Rocket Homes since October 02, 2024 and is currently priced at $424,900.

Wonder Lake, IL housing market in November 2024 saw over 2 listings sold above listed price, more than 13 sold at listed price and over 10 sold below. Between October 2024 and November 2024, Wonder Lake, IL real estate market has seen increase in the number of listings by 8%. The median list price of listings available in November 2024 was $288,281, while the average time on the real estate market was 36 days.

From Rocket Homes Real Estate and based on county public records data.

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