Mchenry Homes under $500,000

Welcome to McHenry, Illinois – a charming city nestled in the heart of the picturesque Fox River Valley. Known for its friendly community and beautiful natural surroundings, McHenry offers a perfect blend of small-town charm and modern conveniences. With its rich history, vibrant local culture, and easy access to outdoor activities, this city is an ideal place to call home.

For those seeking affordable housing options, McHenry presents a fantastic opportunity with a variety of homes available under $500,000. Whether you are a first-time homebuyer or looking to downsize, you'll find a diverse selection of properties that cater to all lifestyles. From cozy single-family homes with beautiful yards to modern townhouses featuring open floor plans, there is something for everyone in this delightful community.

The city's prime location provides residents with easy access to a range of amenities, including excellent schools, parks, and recreational facilities. Enjoy a leisurely day at the scenic Moraine Hills State Park or take a stroll along the beautiful Fox River, where you can engage in fishing, boating, or simply soaking in the stunning views. The vibrant downtown area is home to a variety of shops, restaurants, and local events, ensuring there is always something happening nearby.

With its affordable housing market and welcoming atmosphere, McHenry is more than just a place to live; it’s a community where you can thrive. Come explore all that McHenry has to offer and discover your dream home today!

Newest Mchenry Homes under $500,000

$294,900

3 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 12777897 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

3 bed 1 bath 1 car garage. New exterior and interior paint. New Lifeproof flooring in living room and dining. The bedrooms offer New carpeting and paint. The bathroom has been freshly updated as well with new vanity and flooring. The garage has a new opener. New landscaping in the front yard. Backyard is fenced-in for an additional bonus.

Mchenry

$399,900

4 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 12778240 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

4712 Wildwood Drive, Mchenry

$479,900

4 Beds ⋅ 4 Baths ⋅ 12777572 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

You will never want to leave home! This stunning 4-bedroom, 3.5-bathroom home is located in a highly desirable area and offers the perfect combination of luxury, comfort, and convenience. The beautiful kitchen features abundant cabinet space, a huge island, stainless steel appliances, a wine fridge, coffee bar, and pantry. Mud room with washer and dryer. The European-style primary bathroom, upstairs gym. Wood-burning fireplace with gas logs. Additional upgrades include a new low-energy triple-pane windows, new tankless water heater and furnace, a smart thermostat, and outdoor Nest cameras. The heated 3-car garage is every homeowner's dream, offering plenty of space, plus an extra washer and dryer . Step outside and enjoy your own private backyard retreat! The outdoor space features a huge hot tub, fire pit, spacious deck with extra storage, natural gas grill connection, state-of-the-art playset, and beautiful terraced flower and vegetable gardens. There is also an extra parking space for an RV or boat. Located just two blocks from the beautiful Riverwalk, this home is also conveniently close to hospitals, schools, shopping, restaurants, public transportation, and everyday amenities. Luxury, convenience, and resort-style living-all in one incredible home. This is a wonderful place to call home!

2002 Kennedy Drive, Mchenry

$239,999

2 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 12777439 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

Welcome Home! This beautifully maintained, move-in-ready split-level townhome offers a wonderful combination of modern updates, spacious living, and an unbeatable location. Step inside to find a bright, light-filled interior with fresh paint and new carpet, creating a clean and welcoming feel throughout. The home also features a new A/C system, new evaporator coil and condenser unit, and an EcoBee thermostat for added comfort and efficiency. The main level features beautiful hardwood floors, a convenient powder room, laundry room, and an open living and dining area. The spacious eat-in kitchen offers an abundance of cabinetry, granite countertops, a marble backsplash, stainless steel appliances, and access to a private balcony, perfect for morning coffee or relaxing outdoors. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms, each with its own full bathroom. The primary bedroom offers a huge walk-in closet, providing plenty of storage and organization space. The finished English basement adds even more versatility, offering a comfortable family room plus a separate office that could easily be converted into an additional bedroom or flex space to suit your needs. Storage is plentiful throughout the home, with generous closets plus additional storage space in the two-car attached garage. Additional features include an alarm system and a whole-house water filtration system. Located in the desirable Morgan Hill community, this home is just 5 minutes from Northwestern Medicine McHenry Hospital and conveniently close to shopping, dining, entertainment, bike trails, and the neighborhood park. Enjoy easy access to Routes 31, 120, and 176, as well as the McHenry METRA station. The community also offers wonderful amenities, including a playground, picnic area, and scenic walking trail, giving you plenty of opportunities to enjoy the outdoors right outside your door. With its thoughtful updates, flexible living space, excellent storage, and convenient location, this home is ready for its next owner. Come see everything it has to offer. You may just find the one you've been waiting for! Owner is a Licensed Real Estate Broker.

1905 Concord Drive, Mchenry

$344,900

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12768116 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

Welcome home to this beautiful freshly painted 3-bedroom, 2-full-bath split-level home featuring an English lower level. Upon entering, you are greeted by beautiful vaulted ceilings in the open-concept living and dining area. The eat-in kitchen offers neutral cabinetry & a large window for natural light. The cozy family room leads to a large backyard complete with a 24" above-ground pool, storage shed, garden area and patio great for entertaining. Located just a couple of blocks from Riverwood Elementary School and under 2 miles from McHenry West High School Upper Campus. The subdivision features a large park with playground equipment, an open field, and access to a walking/biking trail directly behind the neighborhood. Just minutes from downtown McHenry, the Metra commuter train station, Riverwalk, dining, local shopping, and major retail stores. Updates Coming Soon: New furnace, water heater, and A/C unit.

304 S Cross Trail, Mchenry

$500,000

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12762761 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

This Chain O'Lakes waterfront home has been extensively updated and is ready to enjoy! Located on the deep, flowing Nippersink Creek, the property offers beautiful water views, peaceful surroundings and direct access to the Chain. The home features a newer kitchen, flooring, windows, paint, roof, appliances and an improved floor plan designed to take advantage of the waterfront setting. The main living area is located on the upper level with a dramatic vaulted ceiling, skylights and exposed beams creating a bright, open feel. The updated kitchen features white cabinetry, stainless appliances, generous counter space and flows naturally into the main living and entertaining areas. The stunning primary bath is a standout, while the updated interior throughout gives the home a fresh, modern feel. Outside is where this property really separates itself. Enjoy a steel seawall, private boat slip, elevated waterfront deck and walkway, offering incredible panoramic views up and down the water. There is plenty of room to entertain, relax, boat, fish or simply enjoy life on the Chain. An oversized 21/2-car garage and paved circular driveway provide plenty of parking and storage. This isn't just an older waterfront home with a few improvements-the house has been updated from top to bottom, combining a modern interior with the waterfront lifestyle people come to the Chain O'Lakes to enjoy. Waterfront. Updated. Move-in ready. Bring the boat and start enjoying the Chain!

607 Kingston Boulevard, Mchenry

$269,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 12769016 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

3008 Emily Lane, Mchenry

$185,000

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 12774724 MLS ⋅ NEW Status ⋅ Whispering Oaks BLDG.

824 Wiltshire Drive Unit #1, Mchenry

$289,900

2 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12774651 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

Fall in love with the setting of this Cape Cod style home located in unincorporated McHenry County. Home sits on almost 1 acre of property at the end of a dead end street a stones throw away from the Fox River. Home Features an open floor plan on the main level with large Living Dining, sitting and office area as well as the full bath. Upstairs offers 2 bedrooms as well as a powder room. Enjoy the views of your larg private yard on the deck off the Dining room, ample room to park your boat and toys as well as a heated 3 car garage and separate 1 car garage. Home is being sold as is... Bring your ideas and finishing touches!

1701 W Low Avenue, Mchenry

$349,998

3 Beds ⋅ 2 Baths ⋅ 12764998 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

Welcome to 5216 Palm Street, perfectly situation on quiet non-through street. This home is charming and move-in-ready! Offering the perfect combination of comfort, flexibility, and manageable living...featuring 3 bedrooms, 2 full bathrooms, plus a versatile flex room that can easily serve as a home office, 4th bedroom, workout room, playroom, or whatever best fits your lifestyle. The updated eat-in kitchen bosts tile flooring, beautiful cherry cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, and plenty of space to gather for everyday meals. Solar power adds another great feature to this already well-equipped home. The comfortable floor plan makes excellent use of the space, creating a home that feels welcoming and functional! Outside, you'll enjoy a good-sized, partially fenced yard with plenty of room for entertaining, pets, gardening, or simply relaxing outdoors. The detached 2-car garage provides additional parking, storage, and workspace. Conveniently located near parks, recreation, and all that McHenry has to offer! This is an excellent opportunity for anyone looking for a cute, manageable home that's ready to enjoy from day one. Move right in and make 5216 Palm Street your own!

5216 Palm Street, Mchenry

$304,500

3 Beds ⋅ 3 Baths ⋅ 12773849 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

Like-new, beautifully upgraded and move-in ready in desirable Legend Lakes! This 5-year-young, 3-bedroom, 2.5-bath home combines stylish finishes with low-maintenance living-and offers beautiful views from both the front and back. Enjoy open green space and pond views from the front, while the backyard opens to a peaceful wooded tree line. Step inside to a bright, open-concept floor plan filled with upgrades. The inviting living room features high-end window treatments and flows effortlessly into the dining area and gourmet kitchen. The kitchen steals the show with quartz countertops, 42-inch white cabinetry, stainless steel appliances, under-cabinet lighting, pantry and a large center island with plenty of seating. High-end pendant lighting, a deep single-basin sink and newer commercial-style spring faucet complete the space. Upstairs features newer engineered hardwood flooring throughout, three spacious bedrooms and convenient second-floor laundry. The primary suite includes a large private bath and walk-in closet. You'll also love the upgraded light fixtures, iron railing spindles, comfort-height toilets and fresh neutral paint throughout. All appliances are approximately 5 years old or newer, including a 1-year-old refrigerator and 2-year-old washer and dryer. Additional upgrades include a newer humidifier, Ring doorbell, interior security system and a power connection in the 2-car attached garage ready for an EV charger. Step outside to the backyard patio and enjoy the peaceful wooded setting. Enjoy truly low-maintenance living with lawn care, snow removal and exterior maintenance included! Legend Lakes offers neighborhood walking paths, and Shamrock Farm Park is approximately one mile away with basketball, baseball, playground, walking paths and a pond. Close to schools and just minutes from the McHenry Riverwalk Shoppes and McHenry Outdoor Theater. Beautifully maintained, extensively upgraded and ready to enjoy-this one is a must-see!

1005 Draper Road, Mchenry

$204,900

2 Beds ⋅ 1 Baths ⋅ 12763622 MLS ⋅ NEW Status

Looking for a property with ample outdoor space to make your own? This inviting home features a spacious family room that seamlessly flows into the kitchen, creating an ideal layout for both everyday living and entertaining. Sliding glass doors lead directly to the deck, offering the perfect setting for relaxation or gatherings. The home also includes two generously sized bedrooms, a well-appointed bathroom, and a convenient storage shed. With no association fees and a prime location close to town, this property combines comfort, space, and convenience in one attractive package.

710 W Pheasant Trail, Mchenry

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