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406 W Prairie ST Marengo, IL 60152

3 Beds

1.5 Baths

2,000 SqFt

UPDATED:

09/11/2024 08:13 PM

Key Details

Property Type Single Family Home

Sub Type Detached Single

Listing Status Active

Purchase Type For Sale

Square Footage 2,000 sqft

Price per Sqft $162

MLS Listing ID 12089737

Style Queen Anne

Bedrooms 3

Full Baths 1

Half Baths 1

Year Built 1870

Annual Tax Amount $6,251

Tax Year 2022

Lot Size 1.000 Acres

Lot Dimensions 131X333X131X332

Property Description

**Historic Victorian Home in Marengo** Own a piece of Marengo history with this charming Victorian home, situated on a picturesque 1-acre lot just blocks from downtown. This home, built by the McKinney family sometime in 1868-1870, features 3 bedrooms and 1.5 baths, showcasing original woodwork and hardwood flooring that exude timeless elegance. **Key Features:** - 3 Bedrooms, 1.5 Baths - Original woodwork and hardwood flooring - Beautiful custom paneling in the den - Separate dining room - Chef's kitchen with a spacious pantry - 10-foot ceilings Parquet hallway floor Cove ceiling molding Full staircase to the attic Laundry on second floor Tankless water heater water softening system and dechlorinating system New dehumidifier - Expansive unfinished attic with potential for customization - Lovely front and back porches, perfect for relaxing and entertaining The McKinney family, prominent business owners with mercantile and canning enterprises, originally built this home. In 1894, the Kelly family, who introduced the first Ford dealership to McHenry County, acquired the property. Various Kelly family members resided here until 1969 when it was purchased by the Sweet family. Dr. Jim Sweet, D.D.S., had a well-regarded dental practice in Marengo and Rockford for many years. The Sweets have added the "Painted Lady" colors & lovingly maintained this historic gem. This home, rich in history and character, is now available for sale. Don't miss your chance to own a significant piece of Marengo's heritage.

Location

State IL

County Mchenry

Area Harmony / Marengo

Rooms

Basement Full, Walkout

Interior

Interior Features Hardwood Floors, Second Floor Laundry, Built-in Features, Walk-In Closet(s), Ceiling - 10 Foot, Historic/Period Mlwk, Some Carpeting, Special Millwork, Plaster

Heating Natural Gas, Steam

Cooling Window/Wall Unit - 1, None

Equipment Water-Softener Owned, Ceiling Fan(s)

Fireplace N

Appliance Range, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Water Purifier Owned, Water Softener Owned

Laundry In Unit, Sink

Exterior

Exterior Feature Porch

Community Features Sidewalks, Street Lights, Street Paved

Waterfront false

Roof Type Asphalt

Parking Type Off Street, Driveway

Building

Lot Description Wooded

Dwelling Type Detached Single

Sewer Public Sewer

Water Public

New Construction false

Schools

Elementary Schools Locust Elementary School

Middle Schools Marengo Community Middle School

High Schools Marengo High School

School District 165 , 165, 154

Others

HOA Fee Include None

Ownership Fee Simple

Special Listing Condition None

Listed by Ben Broughton • RE/MAX Connections II

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