8304 Howe Road

Wonder Lake, IL 60097

$389,900
Last Sold Price
6
Beds
2
Baths
1
1/2 Bath
2,534 Sq. Ft.
$154 / Sq. Ft.
2,534
Sq. Ft.
$154
per Sq. Ft.

Description

Welcome to this charming 3-story farmhouse nestled on 4.6 acres of picturesque land, featuring a classic Sears Catalog barn-an ideal canvas for a modern homestead. This inviting home boasts a spacious layout across three finished levels, offering 6 bedrooms and 2.1 baths. Enjoy a sunny library, a formal dining room, a formal parlor, powder room, & a beautiful stone fireplace in the living room. Recessed lighting & a large country kitchen with a walk-in pantry add to the appeal. 4 spacious bedrooms...Welcome to this charming 3-story farmhouse nestled on 4.6 acres of picturesque land, featuring a classic Sears Catalog barn-an ideal canvas for a modern homestead. This inviting home boasts a spacious layout across three finished levels, offering 6 bedrooms and 2.1 baths. Enjoy a sunny library, a formal dining room, a formal parlor, powder room, & a beautiful stone fireplace in the living room. Recessed lighting & a large country kitchen with a walk-in pantry add to the appeal. 4 spacious bedrooms & a full bath plus 2 linen closets are on the second floor which also has 7 ft ceilings. The third floor is a versatile space, potentially transformed into a private primary suite complete with its own bath, a walk-through closet, & breathtaking views of the property. The expansive barn is structurally sound & serves as a garage, workshop, storage & an area that could be for livestock. A stream meanders through the property, dividing the back wooded area with existing trails, perfect for exploration. Zoned A-1 (Agricultural), this property allows for horses or other livestock. Recent updates include a new roof, gutters & downspouts on both the home & barn (2022), upgraded electric service in the barn (2020), resurfaced deck with structural repairs and a new ramp, & natural gas grill hookup (2019). Interior improvements include new paint on most of the first and second floors (2018/2019), beadboard panels in the master bedroom (2018), refinished original wood floors (2018), a new water pressure tank (2022), high efficiency furnace, central humidifier, water heater, & water softener (2019). Partial estate fencing (2020) is present on the front and east side of the yard. Please note that the home and all personal property are being sold as-is. This property is not eligible for FHA or VA financing. Agent related seller While it may require some updates, with your vision and effort, it has the potential to become the hobby farm of your dreams.
  1. Listed by Emily Ruhnke • RE/MAX Plaza
  2. Listed by Marge Ruhnke • RE/MAX Plaza

Sold By Glacier Realty, Inc.

Property Details for 8304 Howe Road

Area
Wonder Lake
Township
Greenwood
Ownership
Fee Simple
Num Of Garage Spaces
2.0
Num Of Parking Spaces
2.0
Parking Included in Price
Yes
Num of Interior Fireplaces
1
Heat/Fuel
Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
LISTING UPDATED: 12/20/2024 11:12 AM

Property Details for 8304 Howe Road

StatusClosed
MLS #12153037
Days on Market67
Taxes$8,815 / year
HOA Fees-
Condo/Co-op Fees-
Compass TypeSingle Family
MLS TypeDetached Single / 3 Stories
Year Built1915
Lot Size4.60 AC / 200,375 SF
CountyMcHenry County

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Building Information for 8304 Howe Road

Stories-Year Built1915Building Size-Lot Size4.60 AC / 200,375 SF

Property Information for 8304 Howe Road

General Information
School Information
  • Elementary School District: 200
  • Elementary School: Greenwood Elementary School
  • Jr High Middle School: Northwood Middle School
  • High School District: 200
  • High School: Woodstock North High School
  • Middle Or Junior School District: 200
Addtl Parking Information
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s), Heated
  • Garage On Site: true
  • Garage Ownership: Owned
  • Garage Type: Detached
  • Parking: Garage
Location and General Information
  • Front Exposure: South
Taxes and HOA Information
  • Association Fee Frequency: Not Applicable
  • Association Fee Includes: None
  • Additional Parcels: No
Property Information
Interior Features
  • Interior Property Features: Hardwood Floors, Solar Tubes/Light Tubes, First Floor Bedroom, First Floor Laundry, First Floor Full Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Pantry
  • Num Of Rooms: 13
  • Bedrooms (Below Grade): 0
  • Attic: Finished
  • Fireplace Features: Wood Burning, Gas Starter, Free Standing
  • Basement Type: Partial
  • Bedrooms Possible: 6
  • Air Conditioning: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers, 100 Amp Service
  • Basement Description: Unfinished
  • Basement Sq Ft: 896
  • Dining Room: Separate
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Fireplace Location: Family Room
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5, Bedroom 6, Library, Great Room, Eating Area
  • Num of Baths: 2.1
Exterior Features
  • Type: 3 Stories
Utilities / Equipment
  • Sewer: Septic-Private
  • Water: Private Well
  • Appliances: Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener Owned
  • Other Equipment: Humidifier, Water-Softener Owned, CO Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Fan-Whole House, Sump Pump, Water Heater-Gas
Property/Lot Information
  • Exterior Property Features: Deck, Patio, Workshop
  • New Construction YN: No
  • Rebuilt: No
  • Rehabilitated: No
  • Built Before 1978: Yes
  • Age: 100+ Years
  • Type Detached: 3 Stories
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Aprox Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Total Finished and Unfin Sq Ft: 896
  • Lot Description: Horses Allowed, Stream, Wooded
  • Lot Size: 4.0-4.99 Acres
  • Lot Dimensions: 330X660
  • Other Structures: Barn(s)
  • Waterfront: No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • Driveway: Gravel
  • Exterior Building Type: Aluminum Siding
  • Roof Type: Asphalt
  • General Information: School Bus Service,Commuter Train
  • North Coordinate: 37
  • South Coordinate: 0
  • East Coordinate: 0
  • West Coordinate: 37
  • Living Area Source: Assessor
Property and Assessments
  • Buyer Financing: Conventional, Cash
  • Public Document Count: 3
  • Document Date: 2024-10-02T17:18:56
  • Photos Count: 60
  • Rural: Y
  • OpenHouse Count: 5
Virtual Tour/Additional Media
  • Virtual Tour: None
  • Additional Media Type 1: 3D Tour
Room Information
Master Bedroom Information
  • Master Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Master Bedroom
  • Master Bedroom Bath: None
  • Master Bedroom Dimensions: 13X13
Bedroom #2 Information
  • 2nd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 2
  • Bedroom #2 Room Dimensions: 13X10
Bedroom #3 Information
  • 3rd Bedroom Level: Second
  • Room Type: Bedroom 3
  • Bedroom #3 Room Dimensions: 12X9
Bedroom #4 Information
  • 4th Bedroom Level: Main
  • Room Type: Bedroom 4
  • Bedroom #4 Room Dimensions: 11X10
Bedroom #5 Information
  • 5th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 5
  • Bedroom #5 Room Dimensions: 14X13
Bedroom #6 Information
  • 6th Bedroom Level: Third
  • Room Type: Bedroom 6
  • Bedroom #6 Room Dimensions: 12X10
Dining Room Information
  • Dining Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_DR: Dining Room
  • Dining Room Dimensions: 13X12
Family Room Information
  • Family Room Level: Main
  • RoomType_FR: Family Room
  • Family Room Dimensions: 13X25
Kitchen Information
  • Kitchen Level: Main
  • RoomType_KT: Kitchen
  • Kitchen Dimensions: 22X11
Laundry Information
  • Laundry Level: Main
  • Room Type: Laundry
  • Laundry Dimensions: 10X8
Living Room Information
  • Living Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Living Room
  • Living Room Dimensions: 13X13
Eating Area Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Eating Area
  • Deck Dimensions: 11X8
Great Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Great Room
  • Deck Dimensions: 13X8
Library Room Information
  • Room Level: Main
  • Room Type: Library
  • Deck Dimensions: 13X8

Property History for 8304 Howe Road

DateEvent & SourcePriceAppreciation
DateEvent & SourcePrice

For completeness, Compass often displays two records for one sale: the MLS record and the public record.

Public Records for 8304 Howe Road

Taxable ValueLand$36,246Additions$83,250Total$119,496
Tax Record2023$8,815 ($735 / month)
Home Facts
Beds0Total Finished SqFt2,534 SqFtAbove Grade Finished SqFt2,534 SqFtStories2Lot Size217,800 SqFtStyleSingle Family ResidenceYear Built1997CountyMCHENRYAPN08-01-200-021

Schools near 8304 Howe Road

This home is within Woodstock Community Unit School District 200.
Rating
School
Type
Grades
Distance
Public - PK to 5
Public - 6 to 8
Public - 8 to 12
Public - 2
Rating
School
Distance
Greenwood Elementary School
PublicPK to 5

Northwood Middle School
Public6 to 8

Woodstock North High School
Public8 to 12

School ratings and boundaries are provided by GreatSchools.org and Pitney Bowes. This information should only be used as a reference. Proximity or boundaries shown here are not a guarantee of enrollment. Please reach out to schools directly to verify all information and enrollment eligibility.

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