209 S Emerald Drive, McHenry, IL 60051
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Listed by:peggy seiling
Office:lakes realty group
MLS#:12370881
Source:MLSNI
Price summary
- Price:$995,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$299.79
About this home
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!
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Home facts
- Year built:1999
- Listing Id #:12370881
- Added:89 day(s) ago
- Updated:August 13, 2025 at 07:45 AM
Rooms and interior
- Bedrooms:4
- Total bathrooms:3
- Full bathrooms:2
- Half bathrooms:1
- Living area:3,319 sq. ft.
Heating and cooling
- Cooling:Central Air
- Heating:Forced Air, Natural Gas
Structure and exterior
- Roof:Asphalt
- Year built:1999
- Building area:3,319 sq. ft.
- Lot area:0.28 Acres
Finances and disclosures
- Price:$995,000
- Price per sq. ft.:$299.79
- Tax amount:$14,768 (2024)
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