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Property Description
Step into this truly one-of-a-kind riverfront retreat, where every detail has been carefully curated for luxury, comfort, and effortless entertaining. Nestled on the banks of the Fox River, this home boasts stunning, unobstructed water views and deep river frontage - perfect for morning coffee, evening sunsets, or heading out to the Chain-O-lakes for enjoyment on the water. The heart of the home is a beautifully appointed kitchen with custom cabinetry and gleaming granite counters ideally positioned between the formal dining room and a bright, casual breakfast area. Adjacent, a family room spans the river side of the house, its wall of windows framing panoramic river vistas and the wooded preserve across the water. Gather in the formal living room by the cozy fireplace or dine in style in the elegant formal dining room. Retreat to the oversized main-floor primary suite-a private sanctuary with spacious En-Suite bath and large walk-in closet. Wake up to breathtaking views of the river! Those same serene vistas greet you from two of the second-floor bedrooms and the comfortable loft, making every level of the home a front-row seat to nature's beauty. The enormous multi-purpose room offers endless possibilities: 4th bedroom, game room, home gym, guest suite or ultimate man-cave. At the waterfront, a flow through pier with a hard cover lift is ready for your tritoon pontoon. A maintenance-free deck spans the width of the house and a brick paver patio, walkway and driveway provide timeless curb appeal and easy, low maintenance living. Storage and convenience abound in the heated four-car garage, complete with wall-to-wall cabinets, a second set of washer/dryer, sink and refrigerator. A full cement crawl space adds even more room for stashing toys, tools etc. Extensive upgrades have been done in the last 5 years such as Furnace 2024, A/C 2022 4 ton Lenox, Water Heater 40 gallon 2025, Sump Pump with Battery Back-Up, Fresh Paint on Exterior & Interior, Whole House Water Filtration System, Landscaping all around the house, 5 Outside faucets and Light Fixtures, Kitchen and Bath Faucets, New Septic Pump, etc. This Riverfront masterpiece is move-in ready - come claim your slice of waterfront paradise!
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 209 S Emerald Dr
General
- Sold For: $910,000
- Taxes: $14,768 (2024)
- Status: Closed
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12370881
- Added to Site: 239 day(s) ago
Interior
- Interior Features: Cathedral Ceiling(s), 1st-Floor Bedroom, 1st-Floor Bath, Walk-In Closet(s), Granite Counters, Separate Dining Room
- Fireplace: Yes
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Gas Log, Gas Starter
- Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Softener Owned, Humidifier
- Flooring: Hardwood
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 3
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Half Bathrooms: 1
- Bathroom Features: Separate Shower, Soaking Tub
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 4
Additional Information
- Equipment: Water Softener (Owned), Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Boat Slip
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 4
- Total Spaces: 4
- Parking Features: Brick Driveway, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, On Site, Garage Owned, Attached, Garage
- Parking On-Site: Yes
Location
- Area: Holiday Hills / Johnsburg / McHenry / Lakemoor /
- County: McHenry
- Subdivision: Emerald Park
- Driving Directions: Chapel Hill Rd S to Sutton R to Emerald L to home.
School Information
- School District: 15
- Midd School District: 15
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas, Forced Air
Utilities
- Water: Well
Structural Information
- Construction: Cedar
- Exterior Const.: Cedar
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Screens, Skylight(s)
- Sub-Flooring: Hardwood
- Square Feet: 3,319
- Sq. Ft. Source: Assessor
- Year Built: 1999
Lot Features
- Lot Size (Acres): 0.275
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 68 x 171 x 66 x 161
Water Features
- Water Front: Yes
- Water Front Desc.: Lake Front, River Front
- Water Front View: Back of Property
- Lake Front: Yes
Financial Considerations
- Parking Included: Yes
- Assessment Year: 1999
- Tax Amount: $14,768.18
- Tax Year: 2024
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 1401126011
Listed by Lakes Realty Group
Sold by @properties Christie's International Real Estate
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Schools
Schools serving 209 S Emerald Dr
School Districts:McHenry Community Consolidated School District 15, McHenry Community High School District 156
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Edgebrook Elementary School, McHenry, IL 701 North Green Street, McHenry, IL 60050 | K-3 | 1.2 mi |
Chauncey H Duker School 3711 Kane Avenue, McHenry, IL 60050 | 4-5 | 1.2 mi |
Mchenry Middle School 2120 West Lincoln Road, McHenry, IL 60051 | 6-8 | 1.8 mi |
Mchenry East High School 1012 North Green Street, McHenry, IL 60050 | 9-12 | 1.4 mi |
Disclaimer:
School attendance boundaries provided by Pitney Bowes and are for reference only. Contact the school directly to verify enrollment eligibility.
Price & Sales History for 209 S Emerald Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
8/28/2025
Sold
$910,000
-8.54%
MLS
5/31/2025
Price Reduced
$995,000
-20.4%
MLS
5/21/2025
Listed
$1,250,000
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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.
209 S Emerald Drive, McHenry, IL 60051 (MLS# 12370881) is a Single Family property that was sold at $910,000 on August 28, 2025. Want to learn more about 209 S Emerald Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in McHenry? You can browse all McHenry real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

