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Key Details
Sold Price $288,700
Property Type Single Family Home
Sub Type Detached Single
Listing Status Sold
Purchase Type For Sale
Square Footage 2,654 sqft
Price per Sqft $108
MLS Listing ID 12491753
Sold Date 12/09/25
Style Other
Bedrooms 4
Full Baths 2
Half Baths 1
Year Built 1834
Annual Tax Amount $8,052
Tax Year 2024
Lot Dimensions 190x469
Property Sub-Type Detached Single
Property Description
Step back in time with this rare opportunity to own one of McHenry County's oldest and most storied homes. Built circa 1834, this Italianate-style estate blends timeless architecture with extraordinary potential - set on more than two acres within Marengo city limits. Featuring nearly 2,654 sq ft of living space, this landmark residence showcases tall ceilings, intricate millwork, a marble fireplace, a grand staircase, and generously sized rooms filled with character and history. Outdoors, you'll find an in-ground pool, detached pool house, mature trees, and an expansive private setting rarely found at this price point. While the property significant renovation, much of its original charm remains intact - offering a blank canvas for a restorer, investor, or visionary homeowner ready to bring it back to life. Imagine blending 19th-century craftsmanship with today's modern comforts and creating a truly iconic estate. Recently appraised well above the current asking range, this historic treasure is being offered as-is - a remarkable opportunity to revive a piece of Marengo's architectural heritage. 622 Telegraph Street | Historic charm. Endless potential. Ready for its next chapter.
Location
State IL
County Mchenry
Area Harmony / Marengo
Rooms
Basement Cellar, Partial
Interior
Heating Natural Gas, Forced Air
Cooling Wall Unit(s)
Fireplaces Number 1
Fireplace Y
Exterior
Community Features Pool
Building
Building Description Brick,Frame, No
Sewer Septic Tank
Water Well
Level or Stories 2 Stories
Structure Type Brick,Frame
New Construction false
Schools
School District 165 , 165, 154
Others
HOA Fee Include None
Ownership Fee Simple
Special Listing Condition None
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Bought with James Zitnik of Keller Williams Success Realty
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