705 W  Dowell Rd, McHenry, IL 60051
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OFF MARKET

$275,000

Last sold price
  • 3 Beds
  • 1.5 Baths
  • 1,242 sqft (on 0.39 acres)

705 W Dowell Rd, McHenry, IL 60051

Currently Off Market - Sold Apr 4, 2025 for $275,000

Home Value

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Comparable sales

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Address
Distance
Property Type
Sold Price
Sold Date
Bed
Bath
Sqft
0.04
Single-Family Home
$258,000
06/29/26
3
1
972
0.05
Single-Family Home
$284,000
02/04/26
4
1
1,400
0.55
Single-Family Home
$287,000
03/13/26
3
1.5
1,134
0.68
Single-Family Home
$280,500
09/10/25
3
2
1,059
0.42
Single-Family Home
$380,000
07/21/26
4
3
1,298
0.58
Single-Family Home
$287,000
03/04/26
3
1.5
1,153
0.71
Single-Family Home
$278,000
12/19/25
4
1.5
1,318
0.58
Single-Family Home
$332,500
12/05/25
4
2
2,198
0.78
Single-Family Home
$312,000
09/26/25
3
2
1,500
0.80
Single-Family Home
$310,000
06/09/26
3
1
1,090

Nearby home prices

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Address
Distance
Price
Bed
Bath
Sqft
Status
0.03
$266,700
3
1
972
Off Market
0.03
-
2
1
1,092
Off Market
0.04
$258,000
3
1
972
Recently Sold
0.05
$284,000
4
1
1,400
Recently Sold
0.06
$260,600
3
1
965
Off Market
0.08
$248,300
3
1
972
Off Market
0.15
$675,222
4
3.5
4,124
Recently Sold
0.20
$452,500
2
2
1,260
Off Market
0.21
$339,600
3
1
2,696
Off Market
0.21
$327,400
3
2
1,100
Off Market
0.21
-
1
1
880
Off Market

Local Information

  • Map ViewExplore the area around 705 W Dowell Rd.
  • Schools1 Preschool School2 Elementary Schools1 Middle School1 High School
  • Shop & Eat
-- mins to
Commute Destination

Home Highlights

Single-Family Home
Built in 1965
0.39 acre lot
1,242 sqft
Garage

About this House

Welcome home! This charming 3-bedroom, 1.5-bath ranch home with an inviting layout, is perfect for entertaining. Featuring a spacious, flowing floor plan, it includes a cozy living room and a versatile family room with a vaulted ceiling-perfect for everyday living & entertaining. An amazing deck tucked in the back makes for a great summertime hangout! The home is on a large double lot, this property boasts ample outdoor space. The 2.5-car garage and additional shed provide plenty of room for all your tools, equipment, and hobbies. Updates include a brand-new well (2024), fridge, washer & dryer as well as a furnace and air conditioner, all replaced within the past five years. Additionally, a professionally installed drain tile system under the family room addition ensures lasting peace of mind. This thoughtfully maintained home is move-in ready. Don't miss out-schedule your showing today!
705 W Dowell Rd, McHenry, IL 60051 is a 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom, 1,242 sqft single-family home built in 1965. It last sold for $275,000 on Apr 4, 2025 (1% below the $279,000 asking price). This property is not currently displayed as for sale or rent on Trulia.
Last check for updates: about 4 hours ago
Listed by Jaycee Ochoa, (847) 495-5555
RE/MAX American Dream
Bought with: Vanessa Bloomer, (773) 793-1400, Coldwell Banker Realty
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID, MLS#12261516

Home Details for 705 W Dowell Rd

Active Status

MLS Status: Closed

Interior Features

Interior Details
Basement: Crawl SpaceNumber of Rooms: 6Types of Rooms: Master Bedroom, Bedroom 2, Bedroom 3, Bedroom 4, Deck, Dining Room, Family Room, Kitchen, Laundry, Living Room
Beds & Baths
Number of Bedrooms: 3Number of Bathrooms: 2Number of Bathrooms (full): 1Number of Bathrooms (half): 1
Dimensions and Layout
Living Area: 1242 Square Feet
Appliances & Utilities
Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, DryerDishwasherDryerLaundry: Main Level,In Unit,Laundry ClosetMicrowaveRefrigeratorWasher
Heating & Cooling
Heating: Natural Gas,Forced AirHas CoolingAir Conditioning: Central AirHas HeatingHeating Fuel: Natural Gas
Fireplace & Spa
No Spa
Gas & Electric
Electric: Circuit Breakers
Windows, Doors, Floors & Walls
Window: ScreensFlooring: Laminate
Levels, Entrance, & Accessibility
Stories: 1Accessibility: No Disability AccessFloors: Laminate
View
No View
Security
Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)

Exterior Features

Exterior Home Features
Roof: AsphaltOther Structures: Shed(s)Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
Parking & Garage
Number of Garage Spaces: 2Number of Covered Spaces: 2Has a GarageNo Attached GarageHas Open ParkingParking Spaces: 2Parking: Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,On Site,Garage Owned,Detached,Garage
Frontage
Not on Waterfront
Water & Sewer
Sewer: Septic Tank

Property Information

Year Built
Year Built: 1965
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: 1517329030

Price & Status

Price
List Price: $279,000
Status Change & Dates
Off Market Date: Mon Feb 17 2025Possession Timing: Close Of Escrow

Location

Direction & Address
City: McHenry
School Information
Elementary School District: 15Jr High / Middle School District: 15High School District: 156

Building

Building Area
Building Area: 1242 Square Feet

Community

Community Features: Street Lights, Street Paved

HOA

HOA Fee Includes: None

Lot Information

Lot Area: 0.39 acres

Listing Info

Special Conditions: None

Offer

Listing Terms: FHA

Business

Business Information
Ownership: Fee Simple

Miscellaneous

BasementMls Number: 12261516Attic: Unfinished

Additional Information

Street LightsStreet PavedSource Internet Entire Listing DisplayMRD REMARKSINTERNET: YesSource Internet Address Display

Price and Tax history

DateEventPrice
Apr 4, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12261516
Sold
$275,000
Feb 18, 2025
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12261516
Contingent
$279,000
Dec 30, 2024
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12261516
Listed For Sale
$279,000
Sep 26, 2019
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #10460031
Sold
$167,500
Aug 10, 2019
Source: Agent Provided
Pending
$167,500

Market trends in McHenry

Last updated July 2026
Buyer'sMarketSeller'sMarket
Avg. sale price
$298K
$16.63K
MoM
Sale-to-List Price
100.1%
0.3%
MoM
Price per sq ft
$192
$4
MoM
Available listings
98
2
MoM

Around this home

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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

Sourced by Trulia users. Learn more about our methodology.
  • 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."
  • Shari S.
    "Great family neighborhood. Schools and parks are nearby. Quiet neighbors. Everyone takes pride in their homes and lawns. "
  • Pamela Bockwinkel
    "I see dog owners walking their dogs all the time and everything is fine. It’s a quiet neighborhood. Friendly. Clean. "
  • 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"
  • Marilu Moreno
    "Nice, clean, kids and family friendly. The schools are excellent. Pace bus available for transportation, college nearby."
  • Tracann-m
    "Quiet neighborhood with good schools nearby. Kids are safe here and people are nice and friendly. Everyone watches out for each other "
  • Tracann-m
    "It’s a nice quiet and welcoming place. I’ve lived here for 4 years. The neighbors are very nice and friendly "
  • Lauren L.
    "Very cozy and neighbors are always kind. I like the diversity in my neighborhood and many of us connect through our pets."
  • Shauna F.
    "Fairly welcoming people, diversity slowly increasing, schools are average, low crime rates, primarily working class. "
  • Eric Z.
    "Great neighbors and sense of community. I’ve liver here for 21 years and have enjoyed the town festivities "
  • Rachael R.
    " At six in the morning and eight at night fairly easy commute"
  • Melisa U.
    "wonderful area for children to grow up. And the environment is very good for children to become great adults"
  • Hailie C. I.
    "this is a very friendly home-y area with great stores and small shops. very safe neighborhoods with lots of parks"
  • Rebecca S.
    "McHenry has Thursday night concerts in the park during the summer along with a lot of other community events. "
  • Bobeyerly
    "Lot of parks and things to do with kids. Wish I knew my neighbors better but the kids never play outside. "
  • 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 "
  • Katerbugg89
    "Our commute is very Far as we work in Deerfield so about an hour each way depending on traffic and weather"
  • 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."
  • 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."
  • Tmroddy24
    "lots of dog, dog lovers and open spaces. golf course adds to options for walks without going too far from home."
  • 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."
  • 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."
  • Redhatterbev
    "We’ve lived in this neighborhood for 45 years. The only problem is loud/bass music in passing vehicles. "
  • 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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Frequently asked questions about 705 W Dowell Rd

  • What is the price history for 705 W Dowell Rd?
    705 W Dowell Rd in McHenry, IL last sold for $275,000 in April 2025.
  • What are the closest schools to 705 W Dowell Rd?
    The closest schools to 705 W Dowell Rd in McHenry, IL are Chauncey H Duker School (Elementary, rated 5/10), Edgebrook Elementary School (Pre-K, rated 7/10), McHenry Community High School.
  • Does 705 W Dowell Rd have air conditioning?
    Yes, 705 W Dowell Rd in McHenry, IL has air conditioning.
  • Does 705 W Dowell Rd have laundry facilities?
    Yes, 705 W Dowell Rd in McHenry, IL has in-unit laundry.
  • How big is the lot at 705 W Dowell Rd?
    The lot at 705 W Dowell Rd in McHenry, IL is about 0.39 acres (16,988 sq ft).
  • Does 705 W Dowell Rd have a garage?
    Yes, 705 W Dowell Rd in McHenry, IL has a garage.

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