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Property Description
***Highest & best offer by Tuesday 7/14 by 12pm***One-of-a-Kind Log Cabin with Modern Upgrades on a Massive Wide Lot!Escape to your own private retreat! This unique log cabin with a modern addition blends rustic charm with extensive new updates. Inside, you are greeted by a breathtaking main living room boasting a two-story vaulted ceiling with exposed wood beams and a dramatic stone fireplace. The bright, updated kitchen features a sunny skylight and brand-new stainless steel appliances.Nice deck off of kitchen perfect for morning coffee overlooking the park-like property. Walk out through the new patio door onto a nice large concrete patio.The main level offers three comfortable bedrooms, including a primary bedroom with a walk-in closet, and a versatile third bedroom ideal for a nursery or home office. Fresh paint, new premium vinyl flooring, and modern light fixtures flow throughout the entire home.The full, finished walkout basement doubles your living space. It features a massive family room with a second cozy stone fireplace, a large laundry room with a brand-new washer and dryer, and a second full bathroom.Outside, the property is a rare find. Situated on an extra-wide lot with 175 feet of street frontage, the massive yard is beautifully landscaped with perennial gardens and shaded by towering mature trees. The partially fenced backyard is perfect for pets and play, complete with a handy storage shed. Best of all, the expansive driveway offers rare parking for 10+ vehicles. Turn-key, updated, and full of character-schedule your tour today! Additional pin #10-32-308-006
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 314 N Cresthill Ave
General
- Price: $279,900
- Taxes: $4,778 (2025)
- Status: Active
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12699939
- Updated: 7/11/2026
- Added to Site: 2 day(s) ago
Rental Information
- Complex Features: Street Paved, Sidewalks
Interior
- Basement: Finished, W
- Interior Features: Vaulted Ceiling(s), 1st-Floor Bath, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Beamed Ceilings, Open Floorplan
- Fireplace: Yes
- Number of Fireplaces: 2
- Fireplace(s): Family Room, Living Room, Basement, Wood-Burning, Masonry, More than one
- Appliances: Microwave, Range, Dishwasher, Refrigerator
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 2
- Full Bathrooms: 2
- Basement Baths: Yes
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 3
Additional Information
- Equipment: Ceiling Fan(s)
- Other Features: School Bus Service
Exterior
- Exterior Features: Fire Pit
Parking
- Total Spaces: 10
- Parking Features: Yes
Location
- Area: Holiday Hills / Johnsburg / McHenry / Lakemoor / McCullom Lake / Sunnyside / Ringwood
- County: McHenry
- Township: McHenry
- Driving Directions: IL Rt. 120 (Elm St.) east to Cresthill Ave. South on Cresthill Ave. to 314 N Cresthill
School Information
- School District: 15
- Elem School District: 15
- Midd School District: 15
- High School District: 156
- Elementary School: Hilltop Elementary School
- Middle School: Mchenry Middle School
- High School: Mchenry Campus
- Private School: Mchenry Campus
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Structural Information
- Architectural Info: Tudor, Ranch, Raised Ranch
- Architectural Style: Tudor, Ranch, Raised Ranch
- Construction: Log, Wood Siding
- Exterior Const.: Log, Wood Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Finished, Walk-Out Access
- Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
- Roof: Asphalt
- Windows: Screens, Skylight(s)
- Doors: French Doors
- Square Feet: 1,479
- Sq. Ft. Source: Landlord/Tenant/Seller
- Year Built: 1940
- Built Before 1978: Yes
- Remodeled/Updated: 2026
Additional Structures
- Other Structures: Shed(s)
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 175 x 108
- Fence: Yes
- Lot Features: Landscaped, Wooded, Mature Trees
- Fencing (Description): Partial, Wood
Financial Considerations
- Assessment Year: 1940
- Tax Amount: $4,778
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Septic Tank
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Property ID: 1032308007
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Schools
Schools serving 314 N Cresthill Ave
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 | 2 mi |
Chauncey H Duker School 3711 Kane Avenue, McHenry, IL 60050 | 4-5 | 2.7 mi |
Mchenry Middle School 2120 West Lincoln Road, McHenry, IL 60051 | 6-8 | 1.7 mi |
Mchenry East High School 1012 North Green Street, McHenry, IL 60050 | 9-12 | 2.6 mi |
Disclaimer:
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Price & Sales History for 314 N Cresthill Ave
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
7/09/2026
Listed
$279,900
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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 314 N Cresthill Ave
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$3,571
5%
$52,766
12%
2023
$3,417
100%
$47,273
8%
2022
-100%
$43,856
7%
2021
$3,188
—
$40,842
4%
2021
$3,188
6%
$39,140
5%
2019
$3,000
—
$37,167
12%
2017
$3,009
-5%
$33,300
-6%
2018
$3,161
10%
$35,481
14%
2016
$2,878
3%
$31,121
7%
2015
$2,795
-1%
$28,976
-2%
2014
$2,837
2%
$29,610
-3%
2013
$2,785
—
$30,640
-8%
2012
$2,772
—
$33,287
—
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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314 N Cresthill Avenue, McHenry, IL 60051 (MLS# 12699939) is a Single Family property with 3 bedrooms and 2 full bathrooms. 314 N Cresthill Avenue is currently listed for $279,900 and was received on July 09, 2026. Want to learn more about 314 N Cresthill Avenue? 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.
