Rare opportunity to own a truly one-of-a-kind agricultural-zoned farmhouse property on 2.2 acres in Spring Grove. This 4-bedroom, 2.5-bath home offers 2,881 sq ft of living space, a five-car garage, and over 3,300 sq ft of additional covered outbuilding/storage space, creating incredible flexibility for vehicles, equipment, animals, hobbies, workshops, recreation, and more. Thoughtfully improved and customized over 20+ years by a skilled craftsman/owners', the home is filled with warmth, character, and custom woodwork throughout. This is not a cookie-cutter property - it is a home built & cared for... lived in with pride. Inside, you'll find unique handmade details, a 3-zone radiant boiler heating system, and heated dining room floors beneath earth-cut stone slate. Outside, the property continues to impress with beautiful views of a neighboring pond, multiple outbuildings, a powered treehouse with custom woodwork, and a fire pit built from the original Corn Crib - the kind of detail that gives this property its soul. Agricultural zoning offers flexibility for horses, chickens, gardening, storage, and more, while the fixed-price solar agreement helps keep electric costs predictable, with the seller reporting an average monthly bill of approximately $105. A rare blend of land, craftsmanship, utility, charm, and long-term value - this is the kind of property buyers wait for and rarely find. Buyer to verify zoning, permitted uses, taxes, square footage, solar agreement terms, and utility costs. - 2.2 agricultural-zoned acres - 2,881 sq ft farmhouse - 4 bedrooms / 2.5 baths - Five-car garage - 3,300+ sq ft additional covered outbuilding/storage space - Multiple outbuildings - Custom woodwork throughout - Improved over 20+ years by skilled craftsman/owner - Powered custom treehouse - Fire pit surrounded by original Corn Crib - Fixed-price solar agreement - Seller reports average electric bill around $105/month - Potential for horses, chickens, gardening, equipment, toys, storage, workshop use, etc.
| MLS # | 12717434 |
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| Listing Type | For Sale |
| Style | Farm or Ranch |
| Sub-Type | Resale |
| Status | Active Under Contract |
| Year | 1940 |
| Days On Site | 27 |
| Listing Provided By | @properties Christie's International Real Estate | Jimmy Styx |
| Bed(s) | 4 |
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| Bath(s) | 3 Total |
| SQ Feet | 2,850 |
| Garage | 8 |
| Basement | Y |
| Story(s) | 2 |
| Acreage | 2.20 |
| Property View | Water |
| Rooms Total | 7 |
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| Cooling | Partial |
| Heating | Natural Gas, Electric, Solar, Baseboard, Radiant, Radiator(s), Zoned, Radiant Floor |
| Interior Features | Built-in Features, High Ceilings, Historic/Period Mlwk, Beamed Ceilings, Special Millwork, Granite Counters, Health Facilities, Separate Dining Room, Pantry, Workshop |
| Appliances | Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Stainless Steel Appliance(s), Water Softener, ENERGY STAR Qualified Appliances, Front Controls on Range/Cooktop, Gas Oven |
| Fireplaces Total | 1 |
| Fireplace Features | Wood Burning, Masonry |
| Laundry Features | Main Level, In Unit |
| Window Features | Window Treatments, Drapes, Insulated Windows |
| Exterior Features | Outdoor Grill, Fire Pit, Lighting |
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| Roof | Asphalt, Metal |
| Foundation Details | Concrete Perimeter, Stone |
| Lot Features | Wooded, Mature Trees, Backs to Trees/Woods, Pasture |
| Construction Materials | Steel Siding, Brick, Cedar, Frame, Block, Stone, Plaster |
| Patio And Porch Features | Deck, Porch |
| Fencing | Partial, Wire |
| Parking Features | Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Heated Garage, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Unassigned, Driveway, Oversized, Storage, Owned |
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| Garage Spaces | 8 |
| Utilities | Cable Available |
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| Sewer | Septic Tank |
| Electric | 200+ Amp Service |
| Community Features | Stable(s), Horse-Riding Area, Lake, Street Paved |
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| Tax Year | 2025 |
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| Tax Annual Amount | 8933.56 |
| State | IL |
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| County | McHenry |
| City | Spring Grove |
| Zip Code | 60081 |
| Area | Spring Grove |
| School District | Richmond-Burton Community High S |
| High School | Richmond-Burton Community High S |
| Listing VS Median (in 60081) | |
Price: $685,000 low | high Med: $539,950 sqft: 2,850 low | high Med: 2,587 $ / sqft: $240 low | high Med: $215 On site: 27 low | high Med: 30 | |
| State | IL |
|---|---|
| County | McHenry |
| City | Spring Grove |
| Zip Code | 60081 |
| Area | Spring Grove |
| School District | Richmond-Burton Community High S |
| High School | Richmond-Burton Community High S |
| Listing VS Median (in 60081) | |
Price: $685,000 low | high Med: $539,950 sqft: 2,850 low | high Med: 2,587 $ / sqft: $240 low | high Med: $215 On site: 27 low | high Med: 30 | |