5502 Thelen Ave, McHenry, IL 60050
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OFF MARKET

$278,200

Trulia Estimate
  • 3 Beds
  • 2 Baths
  • 1,058 sqft (on 0.25 acres)

5502 Thelen Ave, McHenry, IL 60050

Est. Refi. Payment $2,153/mo*
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Currently Off Market - Sold Jul 11, 2025 for $265,000

Home Value

Trulia Estimate
$278K
Since last month
Increased$500 (+0.2%)
Since last year
Increased$15K (+5.5%)
Since last sale
Increased$15K (+5.6%)
Learn more about this home's value by checking out its Trulia Estimate, the value of nearby homes, and how much similar homes have sold for.

Trulia Estimate

The of this home's value increased by +147% in the last 10 years
MonthEstimated value
2026
October 2026$280K
September 2026$278K
August 2026$279K
July 2026$277K
June 2026$278K
May 2026$275K
April 2026$270K
March 2026$274K
February 2026$270K
January 2026$273K
2025
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2019
2018
2017
2016

Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
5709 Fox Lake Rd, McHenry, IL
0.29
Single-Family Home
$289,000
06/30/26
3
2
1,080
5615 Bunny Ave, McHenry, IL
0.28
Single-Family Home
$273,000
04/24/26
3
2
1,400
Address Not Disclosed, McHenry, IL
0.34
Single-Family Home
$300,500
06/04/26
4
2
980
5505 Lucina Ave, McHenry, IL
0.08
Single-Family Home
$231,800
07/30/26
3
1
844
1316 Nippersink Dr, Spring Grove, IL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$292,650
09/11/26
3
2
1,602
706 W Pheasant Trl, McHenry, IL
0.42
Single-Family Home
$310,500
12/05/25
3
2
1,416
5217 N Pleasant View Dr, McHenry, IL
0.30
Single-Family Home
$315,000
06/08/26
3
2
1,846
715 Monterrey Ter, McHenry, IL
0.30
Single-Family Home
$510,000
07/21/26
3
2
1,320

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
5502 Thelen Dr, McHenry, IL 60050
0.00
-
-
-
-
Off Market
5504 Thelen Ave, McHenry, IL 60050
0.01
$259,400
3
1
936
Off Market
5418 Thelen Ave, McHenry, IL 60050
0.01
$259,100
3
1
1,251
Off Market
5504 Thelen Dr, McHenry, IL 60050
0.01
$260,400
Studio
-
936
Off Market
5418 Thelen Dr, McHenry, IL 60050
0.01
-
-
-
-
Off Market
5416 Thelen Ave, McHenry, IL 60050
0.02
$266,800
Studio
-
997
Off Market
5506 Thelen Ave, McHenry, IL 60050
0.02
$239,300
Studio
-
990
Off Market
5501 Louella Ave, McHenry, IL 60050
0.02
$233,900
Studio
2
990
Off Market
5417 Louella Ave, McHenry, IL 60050
0.03
$288,100
Studio
-
1,821
Off Market
5505 Louella Ave, McHenry, IL 60050
0.03
$243,300
2
1
1,104
Off Market
5505 Louella Ave, McHenry, IL 60050
0.03
-
-
-
-
Off Market
5415 Louella Ave, McHenry, IL 60050
0.03
$332,700
3
2.5
1,850
Off Market
5414 Thelen Ave, McHenry, IL 60050
0.03
$266,700
2
1
872
Off Market
5417 Thelen Ave, McHenry, IL 60050
0.04
$247,000
2
1.5
900
Off Market
5414 Thelen Dr, McHenry, IL 60050
0.04
-
-
-
-
Off Market
401 W Ringwood Rd, McHenry, IL 60051
0.04
$268,200
Studio
-
1,216
Off Market
5415 Thelen Ave, McHenry, IL 60050
0.04
$274,000
3
3
1,200
Off Market
5413 Louella Ave, McHenry, IL 60050
0.04
$235,900
Studio
2
1,176
Off Market
5413 Thelen Dr, McHenry, IL 60050
0.04
$244,200
3
1
1,090
Off Market
5412 Thelen Ave, McHenry, IL 60050
0.05
$333,800
3
1.5
2,187
Off Market

Local Information

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  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1978
0.25 acre lot
1,058 sqft
$263/sqft
Open Parking

About this House

What's unique:Stone fireplaceTons of storage spacePrivate backyardFantastic kitchenStone front porchNice backsplash
**MULTIPLE OFFERS RECEIVED. H&B by Sunday 6/22/25 3pm please** Beautifully updated home with nothing to do but move in! From the minute you walk up to the front door and see the adorable stone front porch - prepare yourself to see more tasteful updates! Hardwood flooring, beautiful trim work, newer interior doors, and updated lighting. Fantastic kitchen! Newer appliances, stone countertops & nice backsplash! Breezy double doors lead out to a private backyard... perfect patio for grilling out & cozy deck for relaxing or get togethers! THERE ARE HARDWOOD FLOORS under the carpeted rooms! More living space in the basement complete with a super cool stone fireplace! Tons of storage space! Easy access to plumbing to add a bathroom in the basement. Almost all windows in the home have been replaced in the past 5 years. *See additional info for survey and past notes regarding adding a 1.5 detached garage. Please do your own due diligence in this matter.
5502 Thelen Ave, McHenry, IL 60050 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,058 sqft single-family home built in 1978. It last sold for $265,000 on Jul 11, 2025 (4% above the $255,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia. The Trulia Estimate is $278,200, with a rent estimate of $2,199/month.
Last check for updates: about 7 hours ago
Listed by Melissa Benson, (815) 345-6323
Keller Williams Success Realty
Bought with: Joy Rossman, (815) 861-5191, Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Starck Real Estate
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12390011

Home Details for 5502 Thelen Ave

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Partially Finished,FullNumber of Rooms: 7Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Eating Area, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room, Storage, Utility Room Lower Level
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 2
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1058 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener OwnedDishwasherDryerLaundry: Main LevelMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
Number of Fireplaces: 1Fireplace: BasementHas a FireplaceNo Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: ScreensFlooring: Hardwood
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Hardwood
View
No View
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: Deck, Patio, PorchFencing: FencedOther Structures: Shed(s)Exterior: Fire PitFoundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
No Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 4Parking: Asphalt,Driveway,On Site,Owned
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1978
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl Siding, StoneNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1005429003Model Home Type: RANCH

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $255,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Sun Jun 22 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Location

Direction & Address
City: McHenryCommunity: Pistakee Highlands
School Information
Elementary School District: 12Jr High / Middle School: Johnsburg Junior High SchoolJr High / Middle School District: 12High School: Johnsburg High SchoolHigh School District: 12

Building

Building Details
Builder Model: RANCH

Community

Community Features: Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 10890 sqft

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12390011Attic: FullActivation Date: Thu Jun 19 2025

Additional Information

Street LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplaySource Internet Consumer CommentMRD SHARE WITH CLIENTS: YesSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Jul 11, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12390011
Sold
$265,000
Jun 22, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12390011
Contingent
$255,000
Jun 19, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12390011
Listed For Sale
$255,000
Aug 11, 2021
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #11146377
Sold
$200,000
Jul 12, 2021
Source: RE/MAX International #11146377
Pending
$200,000

Market trends in McHenry

Last updated August 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$315K
$17.42KMoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.0%
0.1%MoM
Price per sq ft
$194
$1MoM
Available listings
92
6MoM

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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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    "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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    "Great family neighborhood. Schools and parks are nearby. Quiet neighbors. Everyone takes pride in their homes and lawns. "
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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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    "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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    "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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    "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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    "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.
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Frequently asked questions about 5502 Thelen Ave

  • What is 5502 Thelen Ave estimated to be worth?
    Trulia's estimated value for 5502 Thelen Ave in McHenry, IL is $278,200.
  • What is the price history for 5502 Thelen Ave?
    5502 Thelen Ave in McHenry, IL last sold for $265,000 in July 2025.
  • Is McHenry a buyer's or seller's market?
    McHenry is currently a seller's market, based on recent for-sale activity.
  • What's the median sale price in McHenry?
    The median sale price in McHenry is $315K. That is up $17.42K from the prior month.
  • Does 5502 Thelen Ave have air conditioning?
    Yes, 5502 Thelen Ave in McHenry, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 5502 Thelen Ave have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 5502 Thelen Ave in McHenry, IL has in-unit laundry.

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