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  • Townhouse
  • 2 Beds
  • 2 Full Baths
  • 1 Partial Bath
  • 1,700 Sq. Ft.
  • 2 Car Garage
  • Updated 3 hours ago

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542 Cary Woods Circle,Cary, IL 60013

542 Cary Woods CircleCaryIL60013

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Beautifully updated 2-bedroom, 2.5-bath townhouse in the heart of Cary! Spacious & move-in ready living space. Home was fully remodeled in 2019 and features hardwood flooring throughout, fresh interior paint, and new carpet on stairs (2025). Updated kitchen includes modern finishes and newer stove (2024). Main level offers an open-concept living and dining area with a gas fireplace and access to private balcony. Upstairs features two generously sized bedrooms, each with en-suite bathrooms. Additional highlights include updated half bath full lower level space that can be a flex area from sleeping to office/ workout room and more. Attached 2-car garage. Conveniently located approximately 1 mile from downtown Cary, Metra station, shopping, and dining. Shows beautifully! Don't miss this one, schedule your showing today!

Full Property Details for 542 Cary Woods Cir

General

  • Price: $279,000
  • HOA FEE: $266/month
  • Taxes: $5,870 (2024)
  • Status: Active
  • Type: Townhouse
  • Source: MRED
  • MLS ID: 12597016
  • Updated: Today (3/27/2026)
  • Added to Site: Today

Interior

  • Basement: Finished, F
  • Fireplace: Yes
  • Number of Fireplaces: 1
  • Fireplace(s): Living Room, Double Sided, Electric, Gas Starter
  • Appliances: Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Gas Oven
  • Flooring: Laminate

Rooms

Bathrooms

  • Total Bathrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Half Bathrooms: 1

Bedrooms

  • Total Bedrooms: 2

Parking

  • Garage: Yes
  • Attached garage: Yes
  • Garage Spaces: 2
  • Total Spaces: 2
  • Parking Features: Asphalt, Yes, Attached, Garage

Location

  • Area: Cary / Oakwood Hills / Trout Valley
  • County: McHenry
  • Township: Algonquin
  • Driving Directions: Turn left onto Spring Street and drive about 0.2 miles. At the Cary Woods entrance, turn right onto Cary Woods Circle. Follow the cul-de-sac around-542 Cary Woods Circle will be on your right.

School Information

  • School District: 26
  • Elem School District: 26
  • Midd School District: 26
  • High School District: 26
  • Elementary School: Briargate Elementary School
  • Middle School: Cary Junior High School
  • High School: Cary Junior High School
  • Private School: Cary Junior High School

Community

  • Assoc. Fees Include: Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Other
  • Pets Allowed: Yes
  • Pets: Neutered and/or Declawed Only
  • Pet Restrictions: Neutered and/or Declawed Only

Heating & Cooling

  • Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
  • Heating Type: Natural Gas

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer
  • Water: Public

Structural Information

  • Structure Type: Townhouse (2-Story)
  • Construction: Aluminum Siding
  • Exterior Const.: Aluminum Siding
  • Basement: Yes
  • Basement Desc.: Finished, Full
  • Foundation: Other
  • Sub-Flooring: Laminate
  • Entry Floor Number: 1
  • Stories/Levels: 2
  • Square Feet: 1,700
  • Sq. Ft. Source: Landlord/Tenant/Seller
  • Year Built: 2005
  • Remodeled/Updated: 2024

Unit Information

  • Units in Building: 1

Lot Features

  • Lot Dimensions: 00 x 00

Animals

  • Animals Allowed: Neutered and/or Declawed Only

Financial Considerations

  • Association Fee: $266
  • Assoc Fee Freq.: Monthly
  • Assessment Year: 2005
  • Tax Amount: $5,870
  • Tax Year: 2024
  • Pays Sewer: Public Sewer

Disclosures and Reports

  • Ownership: Fee Simple
  • Property ID: 1913480037

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Schools serving 542 Cary Woods Cir

School Districts:Cary Community Consolidated School District 26, Community High School District 155
NameGradesDistance
Briargate Elementary School
100 South Wulff Street, Cary, IL 60013
PK-50.9 mi
Cary Jr High School
2109 Crystal Lake Road, Cary, IL 60013
6-82.2 mi
Cary-Grove Community High School
2208 Three Oaks Road, Cary, IL 60013
9-121.6 mi
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Price & Sales History for 542 Cary Woods Cir Get Price Alerts and Save Property

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Price
Change
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3/27/2026
Listed
$279,000
92.41%
MLS
7/29/2015
Sold
$145,000
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Tax History for 542 Cary Woods Cir

Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$5,870
3%
$77,702
12%
2023
$5,692
100%
$69,495
11%
2022
-100%
$62,354
7%
2021
$5,012
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$58,090
4%
2021
$5,012
6%
$56,034
4%
2019
$4,748
7%
$53,631
13%
2017
$4,423
-2%
$47,332
-6%
2018
$4,527
4%
$50,243
13%
2016
$4,371
-13%
$44,393
7%
2015
$5,046
3%
$41,637
-8%
2014
$4,904
1%
$45,295
-4%
2013
$4,875
1%
$47,290
-6%
2012
$4,807
—
$50,410
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542 Cary Woods Circle, Cary, IL 60013 (MLS# 12597016) is a Townhouse property with 2 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 542 Cary Woods Circle is currently listed for $279,000 and was received on March 27, 2026. Want to learn more about 542 Cary Woods Circle? Do you have questions about finding other Townhouse real estate for sale in Cary? You can browse all Cary real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

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