705 Area St, McHenry, IL 60051
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705 Area St
McHenry, IL 60051

  • 2 Beds
  • 1 Bath
  • 885 sqft (on 0.96 acres)

$191,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 4, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,477/mo*
Refinance Your Home

$191,200

Trulia Estimate
as of Aug 4, 2026
Est. Refi. Payment $1,477/mo*
Refinance Your Home
2 Beds
1 Bath
885 sqft
(on 0.96 acres)

Local Information

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

Home Highlights

Property Type
Single-Family Home
Year Built
1956
Lot Size
0.96 acres
Living Area
885 sqft
Price/Sqft
$216
Parking
Garage

About this House

Charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home on nearly an acre in McHenry, IL. This property offers a spacious lot with plenty of room for outdoor activities and a 2-car garage for storage and convenience. With its peaceful setting and potential, this home is perfect for buyers looking to add personal touches. The property is being sold as-is, making it an excellent opportunity for those seeking a project or investment. Don't miss out on the possibilities this home has to offer.Charming 2-bedroom, 1-bathroom home on nearly an acre in McHenry, IL. This property offers a spacious lot with plenty of room for outdoor activities and a 2-car garage for storage and convenience. With its peaceful setting and potential, this home is perfect for buyers looking to add personal touches. Cash or rehab loans only.
705 Area St, McHenry, IL 60051 is a 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom, 885 sqft single-family home built in 1956. It last sold for $180,000 on Apr 28, 2025 (5% below the $189,900 asking price). More recently, it was listed as a rental in July 2018 with an asking price of $1,300 per month. That rental listing was removed on September 5, 2018. It is currently off market. The Trulia Estimate is $191,200, with a rent estimate of $1,790/month.

Home Details for 705 Area St

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl SpaceNumber of Rooms: 4Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms: 1Number of Bathrooms (full): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 885 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Laundry: Gas Dryer Hookup,In Unit,In Kitchen
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability Access
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Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltPatio / Porch: DeckFoundation: Concrete Perimeter, Pillar/Post/Pier
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 10Parking: Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,Garage Owned,Detached,Driveway,Owned,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1956
Property Type / Style
Property Type: ResidentialProperty Subtype: Single Family ResidenceArchitecture: Ranch
Building
Construction Materials: Vinyl SidingNot a New ConstructionNo Additional Parcels
Property Information
Parcel Number: 1529377011

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $189,900
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Tue Feb 18 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: McHenry
School Information
Elementary School District: 118Jr High / Middle School District: 118High School District: 118

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 885 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.96 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: Real Estate Owned

Offer

Listing Terms: Conventional

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12188283Attic: Full, Unfinished

Additional Information

Street PavedSource Internet Automated Valuation DisplaySource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display
Last check for updates: about 3 hours ago
Listed by Roberto Sanchez, (847) 833-4978
Century 21 Integra
Cynthia Sanchez, (847) 372-1899
Century 21 Integra
Bought with: Janusz Maka, (773) 817-1919, arhome realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12188283

Price History for 705 Area St

DatePriceEventSource
04/28/2025$180,000Sold
MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12188283
09/05/2018$1,250ListingRemovedAgent Provided
08/26/2018$1,250PriceChange
Agent Provided
07/27/2018$1,300Listed For RentAgent Provided

Market trends in McHenry

Last updated June 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$281K
$167MoM
Sale-to-List Price
99.7%
0.4%MoM
Price per sq ft
$188
$8MoM
Available listings
96
11MoM
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Property Tax and Assessment

Year2024
Tax$5,663
Assessment$233,829
Home facts updated by county records

Comparable Sales for 705 Area St

Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
5010 Palm St, McHenry, IL
0.41
Single-Family Home
$321,000
05/11/26
3
1
1,122
419 Windsor Ln, Island Lake, IL
0.33
Single-Family Home
$314,000
07/10/26
3
1
1,091
120 Cedardel St, McHenry, IL
0.47
Single-Family Home
$175,000
09/19/25
2
1
800
4540 Vista Dr, Island Lake, IL
0.53
Single-Family Home
$286,500
01/08/26
3
1
1,200
5220 Palm St, Mchenry, IL
0.46
Single-Family Home
$284,000
02/27/26
2
2
1,334
108 Poplar St, McHenry, IL
0.50
Single-Family Home
$245,000
12/10/25
3
2
1,150
27405 N Roberts Ln, Island Lake, IL
0.74
Single-Family Home
$175,000
02/25/26
3
1
994
4708 Southhampton Dr, Island Lake, IL
0.38
Single-Family Home
$300,000
08/08/25
3
2
1,651
114 Maple St, McHenry, IL
0.49
Single-Family Home
$279,000
10/08/25
3
1.5
800

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What Locals Say about McHenry

At least 194 Trulia users voted on each feature.

  • 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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  • Tracann-m
    "Quiet neighborhood with good schools nearby. Kids are safe here and people are nice and friendly. Everyone watches out for each other "
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  • Tracann-m
    "It’s a nice quiet and welcoming place. I’ve lived here for 4 years. The neighbors are very nice and friendly "
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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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  • Bepalah
    "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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