1012 W Elder Ave, McHenry, IL 60051
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FOR SALE
0.28 ACRES

$325,000

  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,216 sqft (on 0.28 acres)

1012 W Elder Ave, McHenry, IL 60051

Est. Mortgage $2,571/mo*
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Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1958
0.28 acre lot
$267/sqft
1 Car Garage
HOA $4/mo

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 1012 W Elder Ave.
  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

About this House

What's unique:Basement is partially finishedLarge yardHard floorsRamp off the patioEnclosed porch
Charming Hillside Ranch w/ water rights to Chain, Nice Park Setting by the water down the street! Large Picture Window in Living Room Open to the Dining Room w/ Hard Floors, Eat-in Kitchen w/ Oak Cabinets leading you to the Enclosed Porch & down to Large Patio to sit & enjoy the Large Yard. 2 Good Size Bedrooms & 2 Bathrooms, 1 on each level. Basement is Partially finished & Deep 1 Car Garage! The Elevator makes it easy to access for the Basement & Garage to the upstairs. Also, a ramp off the patio if needed. Come & enjoy the Chain O Lakes!!!
Last check for updates: about 1 hour ago
Listing courtesy of: Cheryl Mecher, ABR,CRS,CSC,GRI, (847) 650-1232
Results Realty USA
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12744393
Also Listed on MRED as distributed by MLS GRID.

Home Details for 1012 W Elder Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished,PartialNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Enclosed Porch, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Office
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1216 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural GasHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability Access
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltFencing: FencedFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 1Number of Covered Spaces: 1Has a GarageHas an Attached GarageParking Spaces: 1Parking: Yes,Attached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank
Farm & Range
Includes Irrigation Water Rights
Finished Area
Finished Area (below surface): 252 Square Feet

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1958
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New Construction
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1008302013Model Home Type: Hillside Ranch

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $325,000Price Per Sqft: $267
Status Change & Dates
Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Active

Location

Direction & Address
City: McHenry
School Information
Elementary School District: 12Jr High / Middle School District: 12High School: Johnsburg High SchoolHigh School District: 12

Agent Information

Listing Agent
Listing ID: 12744393

Building

Building Details
Builder Model: Hillside Ranch
Building Area
Building Area: 1768 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Water Rights

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: Lake RightsHas an HOAHOA Fee: $50/Annually

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.28 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12744393

Additional Information

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What Locals Say about McHenry

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  • 79% say there's holiday spirit
  • 64% say there are sidewalks
  • 50% say neighbors are friendly
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  • 90 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 89 % Say car is needed

  • 87 % Say parking is easy

  • 79 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 78 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 73 % Say kids play outside

  • 68 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 66 % Say it's quiet

  • 64 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 62 % Say there's wildlife

  • 50 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 49 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 47 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 37 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 33 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 28 % Say there are community events

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  • Grant.susan66
    "There are no trains that run from my home to work, nor any other public transportation. So I have to drive. There are alternative routes I can take to avoid construction and accidents."
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  • Shari S.
    "Great family neighborhood. Schools and parks are nearby. Quiet neighbors. Everyone takes pride in their homes and lawns. "
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  • Pamela Bockwinkel
    "I see dog owners walking their dogs all the time and everything is fine. It’s a quiet neighborhood. Friendly. Clean. "
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  • Taylar Iddings
    "I love that there is a little yard that my kids get to play in. I also love all the paths their are to walk my dog"
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  • Marilu Moreno
    "Nice, clean, kids and family friendly. The schools are excellent. Pace bus available for transportation, college nearby."
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  • Lauren L.
    "Very cozy and neighbors are always kind. I like the diversity in my neighborhood and many of us connect through our pets."
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  • Shauna F.
    "Fairly welcoming people, diversity slowly increasing, schools are average, low crime rates, primarily working class. "
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  • Eric Z.
    "Great neighbors and sense of community. I’ve liver here for 21 years and have enjoyed the town festivities "
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  • Rachael R.
    " At six in the morning and eight at night fairly easy commute"
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  • Melisa U.
    "wonderful area for children to grow up. And the environment is very good for children to become great adults"
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  • Hailie C. I.
    "this is a very friendly home-y area with great stores and small shops. very safe neighborhoods with lots of parks"
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  • Rebecca S.
    "McHenry has Thursday night concerts in the park during the summer along with a lot of other community events. "
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  • Bobeyerly
    "Lot of parks and things to do with kids. Wish I knew my neighbors better but the kids never play outside. "
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  • Jessica S.
    "The apartments are ok for apartments in the area. The houses in the neighborhood are great. And it’s a nice neighborhood to take the kids trick or treating or for a walk or bike ride "
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  • Katerbugg89
    "Our commute is very Far as we work in Deerfield so about an hour each way depending on traffic and weather"
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  • Diana O. R.
    "People in my neighborhood do not pick up poop, let their dogs out without a leash and are all around rude about it."
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  • Michele H. a.
    "I don’t know what dog owners would want. I have a cat. Lots of trees is good for them I guess. Sidewalks are pretty plentiful as well."
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  • Tmroddy24
    "lots of dog, dog lovers and open spaces. golf course adds to options for walks without going too far from home."
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  • Jenny D.
    "I've lived in this neighborhood for 14 years. The neighbors are friendly and helpful. A growing downtown with good food and entertianment."
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  • Lballstaedt
    "We walk our dog and are always seeing others walking theirs. Very good areas to walk around and we are right by the park."
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  • Redhatterbev
    "We’ve lived in this neighborhood for 45 years. The only problem is loud/bass music in passing vehicles. "
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    "my neighborhood is very quiet and spacious...lots of sun shine, trees are spaced out well. homes have good distance between each. we've been here 17 yrs and it's been great. "
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Market trends in McHenry

Last updated September 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$327K
$11.67KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
Price per sq ft
$184
$9MoM
Available listings
94
1MoM
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Home Value

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Nearby home prices

Get a sense of expected prices in the area by checking the value of nearby homes.
Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
1016 W Elder Ave, McHenry, IL 60051
0.01
$269,700
Studio
-
1,196
Off Market
1008 W Elder Ave, McHenry, IL 60051
0.02
$292,300
3
1
1,000
Off Market
1011 Oakleaf Ave, McHenry, IL 60051
0.03
$336,600
Studio
3
1,646
Off Market
1018 W Elder Ave, McHenry, IL 60051
0.03
$274,200
3
1.5
1,152
Off Market
1006 W Elder Ave, McHenry, IL 60051
0.03
$256,900
Studio
-
924
Off Market
1007 Oakleaf Ave, McHenry, IL 60051
0.03
$234,200
3
2
1,008
Off Market
1015 Oakleaf Ave, McHenry, IL 60051
0.03
$273,200
3
-
1,188
Off Market
1011 W Elder Ave, McHenry, IL 60051
0.04
$284,000
Studio
-
1,360
Off Market
1017 Oakleaf Ave, McHenry, IL 60051
0.04
$237,100
Studio
-
960
Off Market
4417 N Riverdale Dr, McHenry, IL 60051
0.04
$320,200
3
2
1,416
Off Market
1005 Oakleaf Ave, McHenry, IL 60051
0.04
$279,200
Studio
2
1,196
Off Market
1015 W Elder Ave, McHenry, IL 60051
0.04
$320,300
4
2
1,376
Off Market
1102 W Elder Ave, McHenry, IL 60051
0.05
-
3
2
1,700
Off Market
1017 W Elder Ave, McHenry, IL 60051
0.05
$266,200
3
1
1,008
Off Market
4505 N Riverdale Dr, McHenry, IL 60051
0.05
$320,700
Studio
-
1,800
Off Market
1001 Oakleaf Ave, McHenry, IL 60051
0.05
$273,900
Studio
-
1,176
Off Market
1101 Oakleaf Ave, McHenry, IL 60051
0.05
$245,900
Studio
2
999
Off Market
1101 W Elder Ave, Johnsburg, IL 60051
0.06
$385,200
4
3
2,352
Off Market
4416 N Riverdale Dr, McHenry, IL 60051
0.06
$216,300
2
2
950
Off Market
4413 N Riverdale Dr, McHenry, IL 60051
0.06
$249,600
Studio
-
1,213
Off Market

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jun 3, 1998
Source: N/A
Sold
$73,000

LGBTQ Local Legal Protections

Cheryl Mecher, ABR,CRS,CSC,GRI, Results Realty USA
Agent Phone: (847) 650-1232
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Frequently asked questions about 1012 W Elder Ave

  • What is the estimated monthly payment for 1012 W Elder Ave?
    Based on a $325,000 list price with 20% down at today's rates, the estimated monthly payment for 1012 W Elder Ave in McHenry, IL is approximately $2,595 (about $1,816 principal & interest, $704 property taxes, and $75 homeowner's insurance). This is an estimate. Actual payment depends on your loan terms.
  • How does the list price for 1012 W Elder Ave compare to homes in McHenry?
    1012 W Elder Ave in McHenry, IL is listed at $325,000, about 1% below the $327K median sale price in McHenry.
  • What do residents say about McHenry?
    Residents describe McHenry, IL as dog-friendly, easy to park in, and well-kept. Most residents say you need a car. See homes for sale in McHenry, IL.
  • What are the closest schools to 1012 W Elder Ave?
    The closest schools to 1012 W Elder Ave in McHenry, IL are James C Bush Elementary School (rated 5/10), Johnsburg High School (rated 4/10), Johnsburg Junior High School (rated 4/10).
  • Does 1012 W Elder Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 1012 W Elder Ave in McHenry, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 1012 W Elder Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 1012 W Elder Ave in McHenry, IL has in-unit laundry.
1012 W Elder Ave, McHenry, IL 60051 is a 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,216 sqft single-family home built in 1958. This property is currently available for sale and was listed by MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. The MLS # for this home is MLS# 12744393.