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Property Description
Welcome home to this remarkable five-bedroom retreat in the heart of Marengo, where thoughtful design, generous space, and an unbeatable location come together to create something truly special. Whether you're growing a family, welcoming extended loved ones, or simply craving room to breathe, this home was made for the way real life is lived. A welcoming front entryway greets you and sets the tone the moment you arrive - warm, inviting, and full of the character that carries throughout the entire home. Day-to-day living is made easy with a convenient mudroom and pantry tucked just off the extra large heated two-car garage, perfect for dropping everything and settling right in. The centrally located kitchen serves as the true heartbeat of this home, flowing effortlessly into the eating area, dining room, family room, and garage access, making it an entertainer's dream. Pull back the slider in the eating area and step out to an expansive backyard complete with raised garden beds and a large shed with electricity, offering endless possibilities as a workshop, creative studio, or extra storage. The family room invites you to unwind beside a cozy gas fireplace, framed by large windows that pour in beautiful natural light. The formal dining room sits just off the kitchen, while a separate living room provides an additional space for gathering, relaxing, or celebrating life's moments. Upstairs, you'll find three well-appointed bedrooms and a full bath, along with a large laundry room featuring dedicated storage and folding space - because convenience matters just as much as comfort. Two of the home's five bedrooms stand out as truly private retreats, each offering a luxurious en suite full bath and a spacious walk-in closet - the kind of space that makes multi-generational living feel not just possible, but genuinely comfortable and dignified. And the location? It doesn't get much better. Situated with easy access to the Marengo Park District, you'll enjoy a wealth of amenities right in your backyard - an exercise facility, art classes, soccer fields, baseball fields, outdoor workout equipment, and scenic walking paths. This is a neighborhood that truly has something for everyone, at every age and every stage of life.Add in leased solar panels for long-term energy savings and you have a home that checks every box - practical, spacious, welcoming, and full of heart. Come experience 579 Kennedy St for yourself. This is the one you've been waiting for.
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 579 Kennedy St
General
- Price: $435,000
- Taxes: $9,204 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12591807
- Updated: 5/28/2026
- Added to Site: 1 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Park, Curbs, Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved
Interior
- Basement: Finished, R
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 5
- Full Bathrooms: 4
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Basement Baths: Yes
- Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Double Sink
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 5
- Bedrooms(Blw Grade): 1
Additional Information
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Fire Pit
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2.5
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached
Location
- Area: Harmony / Marengo
- County: McHenry
- Township: Marengo
- Subdivision: Parkrise Estates
- Driving Directions: Rt 20/23 W on Rt 20 to Park S to Briden W to Kennedy to property
School Information
- School District: 165
- Elem School District: 165
- Midd School District: 165
- High School District: 154
- High School: Marengo High School
- Private School: Marengo High School
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Public Sewer
- Water: Public
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Colonial
- Architectural Style: Colonial
- Construction: Aluminum Siding
- Exterior Const.: Aluminum Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Rec/Family Area, Full
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 3,000
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 2003
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Other
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.25
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 80 x 132 x 80 x 132
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Garden, Level
- Fencing (Description): Fenced, Wood
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 2003
- Tax Amount: $9,204.72
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Public Sewer
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 1135332028
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Schools
Schools serving 579 Kennedy St
School Districts:Marengo Community High School District 154, Marengo-Union Elementary Consolidated District 165
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Locust Elementary School 539 Locust Street, Marengo, IL 60152 | PK-3 | 1.2 mi |
Ulysses S Grant Intermediate School 816 East Grant Highway, Marengo, IL 60152 | 4-5 | 1.3 mi |
Marengo Community Middle School 816 East Grant Highway, Marengo, IL 60152 | 6-8 | 1.3 mi |
Marengo High School 110 Franks Road, Marengo, IL 60152 | 9-12 | 1.7 mi |
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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 579 Kennedy St
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
5/28/2026
Listed
$435,000
96.48%
MLS
7/06/2017
Sold
$221,400
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579 Kennedy Street, Marengo, IL 60152 (MLS# 12591807) is a Single Family property with 5 bedrooms, 4 full bathrooms and 1 partial bathroom. 579 Kennedy Street is currently listed for $435,000 and was received on May 28, 2026. Want to learn more about 579 Kennedy Street? 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.
