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Property Description
Welcome to the kind of home that rewards vision. Let's be honest, this one isn't Instagram worthy at the moment. But for the buyer who can see potential where others see projects, this little ranch might just be the best opportunity on the market. Situated on a generous corner lot on the east side of Wonder Lake and located in the highly sought-after McHenry School District, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath ranch is bursting with creative vision for the right buyer. Whether you're a first-time homeowner ready to roll up your sleeves, an investor searching for your next project, or a savvy flipper with an eye for possibility, this is your chance to create something special. Picture summer evenings spent relaxing on the deck overlooking the large backyard, weekend projects transforming each room into your dream space, and the satisfaction that comes from turning hard work into instant equity. This isn't a move-in-ready masterpiece...yet. But if you're not afraid of a little sweat equity and can appreciate the potential hiding beneath the surface, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. Home sold AS IS
Full Property Details
Full Property Details for 2801 Benjamin Dr
General
- Price: $235,000
- HOA FEE: $75
- Taxes: $4,720 (2025)
- Status: Contingent
- Type: Single Family
- Source: MRED
- MLS ID: 12685350
- Updated: 6/27/2026
- Added to Site: 17 day(s) ago
Interior
- Basement: Crawl Spac
Rooms
Bathrooms
- Total Bathrooms: 1
- Full Bathrooms: 1
Bedrooms
- Total Bedrooms: 2
Parking
- Garage: Yes
- Attached garage: Yes
- Garage Spaces: 2
- Total Spaces: 2
- Parking Features: Yes, Attached, Garage
Location
- Area: Wonder Lake
- County: McHenry
- Township: McHenry
- Driving Directions: west on route 120, north (right) on east wonder lake road, west on wonderview (left), right (north) on benjamin
School Information
- School District: 15
- Elem School District: 15
- Midd School District: 15
- High School District: 156
Community
- Assoc. Fees Include: None
Heating & Cooling
- Cooling Type: Central Air Conditioning
- Heating Type: Natural Gas
Utilities
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Structural Information
- Construction: Vinyl Siding
- Exterior Const.: Vinyl Siding
- Basement: Yes
- Basement Desc.: Crawl Space
- Square Feet: 1,128
- Sq. Ft. Source: Estimated
- Year Built: 1959
- Built Before 1978: Yes
Lot Features
- Lot Size Range: .25 to .49 Acre
- Lot Dimensions: 100.1 x 157.9 x 100 x 158
Financial Considerations
- Master Assoc. Fee: $75
- Assoc Fee Desc.: 75
- Transfer Fees: $75
- Other Assoc Fees: $75
- Assessment Year: 1959
- Tax Amount: $4,720
- Tax Year: 2025
- Pays Sewer: Septic Tank
Disclosures and Reports
- Ownership: Fee Simple with Homeowners Association
- Property ID: 919127024
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Schools
Schools serving 2801 Benjamin Dr
School Districts:McHenry Community High School District 156, McHenry Community Consolidated School District 15
| Name | Grades | Distance |
|---|---|---|
Valley View Elementary School, McHenry, IL 6515 Illinois 120, McHenry, IL 60050 | K-5 | 1.5 mi |
Parkland School 1802 North Ringwood Road, McHenry, IL 60050 | 6-8 | 2.5 mi |
Mchenry High School-West Campus 4724 West Crystal Lake Road, McHenry, IL 60050 | 9-12 | 3.8 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 2801 Benjamin Dr
Date
Details
Price
Change
Source
6/24/2026
Listed
$235,000
81.47%
MLS
6/27/2003
Sold
$129,500
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Public Record
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 2801 Benjamin Dr
Year
Property Taxes
Change
Tax Assessment
Change
2024
$4,506
5%
$62,630
12%
2023
$4,307
100%
$56,110
19%
2022
-100%
$47,066
7%
2021
$3,590
—
$43,832
4%
2021
$3,590
7%
$42,005
5%
2019
$3,366
11%
$39,887
23%
2017
$3,028
-5%
$32,488
-6%
2018
$3,175
9%
$34,616
14%
2016
$2,902
3%
$30,363
7%
2015
$2,822
25%
$28,271
18%
2014
$2,257
-12%
$23,927
-14%
2013
$2,565
—
$27,704
-8%
2012
$2,563
—
$30,096
—
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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2801 Benjamin Drive, Wonder Lake, IL 60097 (MLS# 12685350) is a Single Family property with 2 bedrooms and 1 full bathroom. 2801 Benjamin Drive is currently listed for $235,000 and was received on June 24, 2026. Want to learn more about 2801 Benjamin Drive? Do you have questions about finding other Single Family real estate for sale in Wonder Lake? You can browse all Wonder Lake real estate or contact a Coldwell Banker agent to request more information.

