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Property Description
A Once-in-a-Lifetime Opportunity on Pistakee Lake! Stop dreaming and start living the waterfront lifestyle you deserve! This stunning home on beautiful Pistakee Lake, part of the Chain O' Lakes offers panoramic lake views, pristine waterfront living, and everything you could want in a lakeside retreat, this is the home you've been waiting for! Relax on your expansive deck or unwind in the beautifully landscaped yard, all while soaking in breathtaking water views. The home has been meticulously maintained with updates throughout, including a gourmet kitchen featuring custom hickory cabinets, new appliances, and a large island perfect for entertaining. Boasting 3 spacious bedrooms, a first-floor den, and a master suite with private balcony access, double closets. There's plenty of space for everyone. The open-concept family room with hardwood floors, a cozy fireplace, and a slider to the deck makes it easy to enjoy the outdoors year-round. Other highlights include a custom brick paver patio with a firepit, a new pier system, and a sand-bottom waterfront perfect for swimming or docking your boat. With a full walk-out basement, workout room, upgraded electrical, newer roof, 2 new furnaces, and so much more, this home is truly a turnkey dream. Don't miss out on this rare chance to own a piece of paradise at a price you can't ignore. Bring your boat, your family, and your dreams-Pistakee Lake is waiting for you! Waterfront living at its best!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 520 Bald Knob Rd
General
- Price: $695,000
- Taxes: $11,098 (2023)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12278638
- Updated: 2/5/2026
- Added to Site: 415 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Water Rights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Partially
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Fire Pit
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Holiday Hills / Johnsburg / McHenry / Lakemoor /
- County: McHenry
- Township: McHenry
- Driving Directions: Bay Road and Weingart to Rolling Lane Road to Pitzen to Bald Knob.
School Information
- School District: 12
- Elem School District: 12
- Midd School District: 12
- High School District: 12
- Elementary School: Ringwood School Primary Ctr
- Middle School: Johnsburg Junior High School
- High School: Johnsburg High School
- Private School: Johnsburg High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air, Sep Heating Systems - 2+
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Structural Information
- Construction: Cedar
- Exterior Const.: Cedar
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Full, Walk-Out Access
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 2,030
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1940
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.25
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 68 x 274 x 66 x 258
- Lot Features: Water Rights
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Lake Front
- Water Front View: Back of Property, Front of Property, Side(s) of Property
- Lake Front: Yes
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1940
- Tax Amount: $11,098
- Tax Year: 2023
- Pays Sewer: Septic Tank
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 1017201002
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Schools
Schools serving 520 Bald Knob Rd
School Districts:McHenry Community Consolidated School District 15, McHenry Community High School District 156
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Hilltop Elementary School, McHenry, IL 2615 West Lincoln Road, McHenry, IL 60051 | K-3 | 3.2 mi |
Chauncey H Duker School 3711 Kane Avenue, McHenry, IL 60050 | 4-5 | 4.6 mi |
Mchenry Middle School 2120 West Lincoln Road, McHenry, IL 60051 | 6-8 | 2.9 mi |
Mchenry East High School 1012 North Green Street, McHenry, IL 60050 | 9-12 | 4.2 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by ATTOM Data Solutions and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 520 Bald Knob Rd
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
1/30/2026
Price Reduced
$695,000
-4.14%
MLS
1/28/2025
Listed
$725,000
—
MLS
Disclaimer: Historical sales information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
Tax History
Tax History for 520 Bald Knob Rd
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$11,393
3%
$175,526
12%
2023
$11,098
100%
$157,253
13%
2022
-100%
$139,267
7%
2021
$9,875
—
$129,696
4%
2021
$9,875
—
$124,289
5%
2019
$9,843
5%
$118,022
12%
2017
$9,338
-3%
$105,744
-6%
2018
$9,579
4%
$112,670
14%
2016
$9,247
1%
$98,826
7%
2015
$9,147
4%
$92,017
7%
2014
$8,769
2%
$85,841
-3%
2013
$8,633
3%
$88,826
-8%
2012
$8,355
—
$96,497
—
Disclaimer: Historical tax information is derived from public records provided by the county offices. Information is not guaranteed and should be independently verified.
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520 Bald Knob Road, Johnsburg, IL 60051 (MLS# 12278638) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 520 Bald Knob Road is currently listed for $695,000 and was received on January 28, 2025. Want to learn more about 520 Bald Knob Road? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Johnsburg? You can browse all Johnsburg real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

