1221 Cardinal Dr, Algonquin, IL 60102
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1221 Cardinal Dr
Algonquin, IL 60102

  • 5 Beds
  • 3.5 Baths
  • 3,304 sqft (on 0.52 acres)

$489,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,414/mo*
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$489,800

Trulia Estimate
as of Jul 9, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $3,414/mo*
Refinance Your Home
5 Beds
3.5 Baths
3,304 sqft
(on 0.52 acres)

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Elementary School1 Middle School1 High School
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Description

******OPENHOUSE 11/14 CANCELLED Accepted Contract***** 3300+ 5 bedroom home in Jacobs HS on half acre lot within walking distance of all downtown Algonquin has to offer. All 5 bedrooms on the second level including a large master bedroom with ensuite bathroom. Extra large family room with bay window has plenty of room for a desk for remote learning or working. Plus a finished WALKOUT basement with a large recreation area, full bath and an office. Eat in, updated kitchen has granite countertops and half bath has been updated on first floor. Enjoy time outside on the deck which overlooks a large private lot. Many big ticket updates: Washer (2020), Dryer (2020), stove (2020), dishwasher (2016), water system (2016), iron breaker (2016) and water softener (2016). Additionally stonework done on Chimney 2020. Completely updated homes of this size and in this area have sold for 330K. Priced to reflect updates that need to be completed. This is a great EQUITY OPPORTUNITY. Is being sold AS-IS.
1221 Cardinal Dr, Algonquin, IL 60102 is a 5 bedroom, 4 bathroom, 3,304 sqft single-family home built in 1972. It last sold for $260,000 on Dec 17, 2020. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $489,800, with a rent estimate of $3,877/month.

Home Highlights

Parking
Garage
Outdoor
No Info
A/C
Heating & Cooling
HOA
None
Price/Sqft
No Info
Listed
Less than a day ago

Home Details for 1221 Cardinal Dr

Interior Features

Interior Details
BasementNumber of Rooms: 11Types of Rooms: Dining Room
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Other, GasAir ConditioningCooling System: CentralHeating Fuel: Other
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Floors: Carpet

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: OtherExterior: Vinyl, Brick
Parking & Garage
GarageParking Spaces: 4Parking: Garage Attached

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1972
Property Type / Style
Property Type: Single Family HomeArchitecture: Colonial

Community

Units in Building: 1

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.52 acres

Price History for 1221 Cardinal Dr

DatePriceEventSource
12/17/2020$260,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10887629
11/14/2020$250,000PendingAgent Provided
11/12/2020$250,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
11/05/2020$272,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
11/02/2020$274,000PendingToActiveAgent Provided
10/29/2020$274,000PendingAgent Provided
10/23/2020$274,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/13/2020$279,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/09/2020$285,000PriceChange
Agent Provided
10/01/2020$295,000Listed For SaleAgent Provided
09/09/2016$205,000Sold
N/A
06/27/2016$205,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #09181025
06/02/2016$239,900PendingAgent Provided
04/23/2016$239,900PendingToActiveAgent Provided
04/19/2016$239,900PendingAgent Provided
03/16/2016$239,900PendingToActiveAgent Provided
02/09/2016$239,900PendingAgent Provided
01/18/2016$239,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
09/01/2015$249,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
05/09/2015$259,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
03/26/2015$279,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
01/23/2015$289,900PriceChange
Agent Provided
11/11/2014$299,900Listed For SaleAgent Provided

Market trends in Algonquin

Last updated May 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$400K
$13.5KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.8%
0.2%MoM
Price per sq ft
$199
$4MoM
Available listings
85
18MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$7,391
Assessment$326,199
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 1221 Cardinal Dr

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Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
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710 Braewood Dr, Algonquin, IL
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$612,000
01/15/26
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11712 Westend Dr, Algonquin, IL
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$418,000
10/17/25
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1,872
5120 Pleasant View Dr, Algonquin, IL
0.43
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$370,000
04/06/26
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3
3,800
710 Sprucetree Ln, Algonquin, IL
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$468,500
12/23/25
4
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2,372
308 Rustic Ln, Algonquin, IL
0.32
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$415,000
03/20/26
3
2
2,420
1237 Fox River Dr, Algonquin, IL
0.35
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$415,000
07/14/25
3
2.5
2,500
1025 Harper Dr, Algonquin, IL
0.18
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$385,000
09/24/25
3
3
1,736
1307 Merrill Ave, Algonquin, IL
0.22
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$340,000
11/13/25
4
2
1,495
1105 Spring Hill Dr, Algonquin, IL
0.53
Single-Family Home
$604,000
03/17/26
4
2.5
2,520
800 Circle Dr, Algonquin, IL
0.45
Single-Family Home
$315,000
07/28/25
4
2.5
1,518

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What Locals Say about Algonquin

At least 199 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 94 % Say it's dog friendly

  • 91 % Say car is needed

  • 86 % Say parking is easy

  • 85 % Say yards are well-kept

  • 83 % Say there are sidewalks

  • 82 % Say there's holiday spirit

  • 78 % Say people would walk alone at night

  • 76 % Say kids play outside

  • 73 % Say it's quiet

  • 71 % Say there's wildlife

  • 67 % Say streets are well-lit

  • 60 % Say neighbors are friendly

  • 56 % Say they plan to stay for at least 5 years

  • 47 % Say it's walkable to restaurants

  • 45 % Say it's walkable to grocery stores

  • 37 % Say there are community events

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    "Tight knit community, not overcrowded, very friendly community. Great landscaping in the neighborhood, no litter, and lots of kids."
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    "It’s very friendly, beautiful downtown. Convenient shopping and restaurants. Good schools: public and private. "
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    "I live cross street for 6 years, in Algonquin 15 years, , good neighborhood , everything convenient , "
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  • Gary
    "Great friendly neighborhood. Lots of children and young families. Perfect place to raise a family. Plenty of shopping and dining available."
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  • Karl H.
    "I drive 30 miles. There are options to take the train within a 15 minute drive. walking is not a good option for many people. "
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  • Alex A.
    "none whatsoever. everybody mind their own business. it is quiet and nobody cares who comes and goes. "
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  • Alex A.
    "schools, library and shopping in the same block! you can't beat that. Also there's a lot of opportunities to work within 15 minutes drive."
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  • Lightboy006
    "I commute to O'Hare and even during rush hour it takes no more than 45 minutes, 30-35 minutes on average. Easy access to I-90."
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    "They would like everything because I am a dog owner. There are tons of dog in my area and it’s a quite neighborhood. "
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  • Martin J. G.
    "Really nice neighborhood to raise a family. Everything is close schools and stores, district 300 one of the best."
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  • Ckred27
    "I work from home so don’t have one. But traffic is ok. Randall rd can get backed up during rush hour esp w the construction but there are ways to avoid it."
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  • Joe M.
    "Love the neighborhood love the fox river and the downtown are it’s just beautiful and peaceful are I would highly recommend Algonquin to everyone "
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  • GH
    "My neighborhood is becoming more diverse each year. Lots of construction and development projects symbolize economic growth."
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    "It’s fine if you clean up after your dog i love living here. It’s a nice neighborhood. Lawn is maintained. Snow removed included in association fees."
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  • Diane J.
    "Most people in the neighborhood have dogs and there are several veterinarians in the area. Also dog friendly restaurants in summer"
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    "Daily drive consists of watching beautiful horse farms and forestry preserves. Unfortunate rush hour traffic is gridlock. "
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  • Anonymous
    "You see people walking their dogs all the time in my neighborhood. This is a very pet friendly area with a few parks within walking distance."
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  • Jack
    "Founders Days Carnival, bands & fireworks in late July, summer concerts on the Fox river and block parties. "
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  • Kelly K.
    "Nice area close to tons of amenities! Quiet neighborhood, well-kempt. so much shopping, restaurants. Only 2 blocks from Randall Road Corridor."
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  • Asiag123
    "Friendly family neighborhood very clean with lots to do including tons of shopping. Summers are fun with lots of events"
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    "good area, safe, good school district, Dundee crown is a good school lots of shopping close, Kane county Park district lots to do for kids "
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  • Jen
    "In the summer there are bands along the River by Port Edward restaurant. The downtown area is being redone and it’s a traffic nightmare currently but it’s bringing new businesses to the area and it’s looking much nicer."
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  • Carol J.
    "Love the community and night life downtown. Close to everything...shopping, grocery, the river walk and summer concerts beside the river.....so happy to call Algonquin home!!"
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    "I love the riverfront, and all the summer community activities. Algonquin road can be a bit of a nightmare at times...but I love how close I am to shopping and family"
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    "The people are fantastic. Everyone is very friendly and very willing to lend a helping hand. Nearly every home is well kept and pride of ownership is very evident. "
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