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Property Description
Escape to the peace and quiet of the countryside with this charming ranch home situated on a beautiful 1-acre lot surrounded by mature trees. Tucked away in a rural setting just outside of town, this property offers the perfect balance of privacy and convenience. Inside, you'll find a comfortable layout featuring three bedrooms, with two on the main level and a third in the full basement. The inviting living room is highlighted by a cozy wood-burning fireplace, creating the perfect place to relax on cool evenings. The eat-in galley kitchen offers a functional layout with plenty of space for everyday dining. A wood-paneled breezeway connects the home to the attached two-car garage, providing additional living space while offering convenient access year-round. The full basement also includes the laundry area and provides plenty of room for storage, a workshop, or future finishing possibilities. Whether you're looking for your first home, a peaceful country retreat, or a property with room to make your own, this rural ranch offers endless potential in a picturesque setting.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 1507 N Il Route 23 Hwy
General
- Price: $299,900
- Taxes: $5,268 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12700035
- Updated: 7/10/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Partially
- Interior Features: 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace(s): Living Room, Wood-Burning
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Gravel, Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Harmony / Marengo
- County: McHenry
- Township: Marengo
- Driving Directions: Route 176 or Route 20 to Marengo. Take route 23 N to home.
School Information
- School District: 165
- Elem School District: 165
- Midd School District: 165
- High School District: 154
- Elementary School: Locust Elementary School
- Middle School: Marengo Community Middle School
- High School: Marengo High School
- Private School: Marengo High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Window Unit(s)
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Ranch
- Architectural Style: Ranch
- Construction: Brick, Clad Trim
- Exterior Const.: Brick, Clad Trim
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Partially Finished, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Square Feet: 1,310
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1960
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Covered Arena
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 1
- Lot Size Range: 1.0 to 1.99 Acres
- Lot Dimensions: 132 x 330
- Lot Features: Irregular Lot, Wooded, Mature Trees
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1960
- Tax Amount: $5,268
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Septic Tank
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 1111200007
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Schools
Schools serving 1507 N Il Route 23 Hwy
School Districts:Marengo-Union Elementary Consolidated District 165, Marengo Community High School District 154
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Ulysses S Grant Intermediate School 816 East Grant Highway, Marengo, IL 60152 | 4-5 | 4.3 mi |
Locust Elementary School 539 Locust Street, Marengo, IL 60152 | PK-3 | 4.5 mi |
Marengo Community Middle School 816 East Grant Highway, Marengo, IL 60152 | 6-8 | 4.3 mi |
Marengo High School 110 Franks Road, Marengo, IL 60152 | 9-12 | 4.5 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 1507 N Il Route 23 Hwy
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/09/2026
Listed
$299,900
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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 1507 N Il Route 23 Hwy
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$5,010
4%
$87,130
13%
2023
$4,804
100%
$76,807
11%
2022
-100%
$69,459
10%
2021
$4,422
—
$63,288
5%
2021
$4,422
-4%
$60,229
6%
2019
$4,594
12%
$57,068
13%
2017
$4,113
-4%
$50,634
-5%
2018
$4,267
7%
$53,454
13%
2016
$3,970
-1%
$47,308
2%
2015
$4,016
3%
$46,186
5%
2014
$3,893
-1%
$43,954
-5%
2013
$3,927
2%
$46,287
-5%
2012
$3,859
—
$48,924
—
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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1507 N Il Route 23 Highway, Marengo, IL 60152 (MLS# 12700035) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 1507 N Il Route 23 Highway is currently listed for $299,900 and was received on July 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 1507 N Il Route 23 Highway? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Marengo? You can browse all Marengo real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.
