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579 Kennedy Street

Marengo, IL 60152

$415,000 $1,749/Mo

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Overview

Bed

Bath

3,000

Sqft

0.25

Acre(Lot)

Description

Welcome home to this remarkable five-bedroom retreat in the heart of Marengo, where thoughtful design, generous space, and an unbeatable location come together to create something truly special. Whether you're growing a family, welcoming extended loved ones, or simply craving room to breathe, this home was made for the way real life is lived. A welcoming front entryway greets you and sets the tone the moment you arrive - warm, inviting, and full of the character that carries throughout the entire home. Day-to-day living is made easy with a convenient mudroom and pantry tucked just off the extra large heated two-car garage, perfect for dropping everything and settling right in. The centrally located kitchen serves as the true heartbeat of this home, flowing effortlessly into the eating area , dining room, family room, and garage access, making it an entertainer's dream. Pull back the slider in the eating area and step out to an expansive backyard complete with raised garden beds and a large shed with electricity, offering endless possibilities as a workshop, creative studio, or extra storage. The family room invites you to unwind beside a cozy gas fireplace, framed by large windows that pour in beautiful natural light. The formal dining room sits just off the kitchen, while a separate living room provides an additional space for gathering, relaxing, or celebrating life's moments. Upstairs, you'll find three well-appointed bedrooms and a full bath, along with a large laundry room featuring dedicated storage and folding space - because convenience matters just as much as comfort. Two of the home's five bedrooms stand out as truly private retreats, each offering a luxurious en suite full bath and a spacious walk-in closet - the kind of space that makes multi-generational living feel not just possible, but genuinely comfortable and dignified. And the location? It doesn't get much better. Situated with easy access to the Marengo Park District, you'll enjoy a wealth of amenities right in your backyard - an exercise facility, art classes, soccer fields, baseball fields, outdoor workout equipment, and scenic walking paths. This is a neighborhood that truly has something for everyone, at every age and every stage of life.Add in leased solar panels for long-term energy savings and you have a home that checks every box - practical, spacious, welcoming, and full of heart. Come experience 579 Kennedy St for yourself. This is the one you've been waiting for.

Property Details

Property Type : Residential

Price : $415,000

AD Id : 79425714

MLS Id : MRD12591807

Beds : 5

Lot Size : 0.25 Acre

Living Area Size : 3,000

Year Built : 2003

Garage : 2.5

County : McHenry

Subdivision: Parkrise Estates

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Features

Bedroom Information

Total Bedroom: 4 Room Types: Recreation Room, Play Room, Bedroom 5

Bathroom Information

Total Baths: 5 Full Baths: 4 Half Baths: 1

Room Information

Rooms Total: 11

Interior Features

Roof: Asphalt Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer Laundry Features: Upper Level, Gas Dryer Hookup

Roofing Information

Asphalt
Flooring Information

Flooring: Hardwood Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding
Heating & Cooling

Heating: Natural Gas Cooling: Central Air WaterSource: Public

Building Information

Year Built: 2003
Exterior Features

Fire Pit Construction Materials: Aluminum Siding Foundation Details: Concrete Perimeter

Lot Information

Lot Dimensions: 80x132x80x132 Lot Description: Garden, Level Lot Acres: 0.25 Lot Size: .25-.49 Acre

Property Information

Property Type: Residential Style: Colonial Sub Type: Detached Single Type Detached: 2 Stories

Listing Price Information

Original List Price:$435000

Tax Information

Annual Tax: $9204.72 Tax Year: 2025 Parcel Number: 1135332028 Tax Exemption: Homeowner

Parking Information

Total Parking: 2.5 Asphalt, Garage Door Opener, Garage, Yes, Garage Owned, Attached Is Parking Included in Price: Yes

Garage Information

Garage Space: 2.5

Homeowners Association Information

Included Fees: None

School Information

Senior High School: Marengo High School
Utility Information

Sewer: Public Sewer Water Source: Public
Location Information

Subdivision: Parkrise Estates City: Marengo Direction: Rt 20/23 W on Rt 20 to Park S to Briden W to Kennedy to property

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