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Custom Cape Cod Near Downtown Algonquin - A Truly One-of-a-Kind Retreat! Welcome to this stunning custom-built Cape Cod, perfectly situated on a picturesque 100' x 270' lot, just minutes from downtown Algonquin. Backing to 8 acres of forest preserve owned by the marina and located across the street from beautiful million-dollar riverfront homes. This exceptional property offers the perfect blend of luxury, privacy, and nature. Enjoy frequent deer sightings and peaceful surroundings while still being close to shopping, Metra, parks, restaurants, and the Fox River. This impressive home features 4 bedrooms, 3-1/2 baths, soaring cathedral ceilings, and hardwood floors throughout most of the main level. The spacious main-floor primary suite is a true retreat with two walk-in closets, sliding doors to the new Timber Tech, maintenance free deck (2024). A luxurious bath featuring a whirlpool tub, separate shower, and new quartz countertops, sinks, and faucets (2025). The beautifully designed custom kitchen is the heart of the home, showcasing maple cabinetry, a breakfast bar, center island, Viking range/oven, Bosch dishwasher, stainless steel appliances, and new quartz countertops, sinks, and faucets (2025). The open-concept living and dining areas are ideal for entertaining, highlighted by a cozy gas fireplace and sliding doors leading to the expansive deck overlooking the tranquil backyard. Working from home is a breeze in the main-floor office with French doors and a large closet. The 1st floor also includes a convenient powder room, an oversized walk-in pantry, and a huge laundry room complete with cabinetry, counter space, closet, and durable vinyl flooring. Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms, a full bath with new quartz countertops (2025), two oversized storage closets, and an expansive family room connected by a striking custom catwalk. Storage is abundant throughout the home. A truly unique feature is the enormous bonus room above the oversized 2-1/2-car garage. Complete with a full bath and large walk-in closet, this incredible space is ideal as a guest suite, home studio, recreation room, private office, or could easily accommodate an in-law arrangement. Outdoor living is just as impressive. Relax on the inviting front porch, entertain on the maintenance-free deck (2024), or unwind in the charming screened octagon gazebo, freshly restained in 2024. The home's exterior was professionally restained in 2023, and much of the interior has been painted between 2021 and 2025. Additional updates and features include: Roof approximately 10 years old, and zoned HVAC systems. First-floor furnace and A/C coil replaced in 2024. Drain tile system surrounding the 5-foot-deep crawl space (sump pump). Gutters are protected by Xtreme Gutter Micromesh. Oversized 2-1/2-car garage with workbench and exceptional storage. The neighborhood offers an outstanding lifestyle with an HOA marina and pier providing Fox River access, plus a large grassy gathering area perfect for residential events and entertaining. Best of all, this home sits on high ground and is not located in a flood plain. District 300 schools. This remarkable home combines custom craftsmanship, generous living space, modern updates, and an unbeatable setting. This is more than a home - it's your own private slice of paradise. Don't miss this rare opportunity to own one of Algonquin's most special properties! (Agent Owned)
You're done with cookie-cutter homes! Enter a sacred space where you can spread out and breathe! Custom 3,800 SF expanded Cape Cod with welcoming front porch offers all the inspiration of an artist's private retreat center. Ensconced on a .62 acre high-ground lot across from the Fox River (above the floodplain), enjoy serenity in your parklike backyard or take advantage of Fox River deeded access, including the large HOA lot with new pier and boat dock. Inside, enjoy a true open-concept, flowing floorplan amidst cathedral ceilings, elegant and artistic finishes, hardwood and stone tile foors, an open living/dining room with a gas fireplace and sliding glass doors to your deck, patio, octagonal screened gazebo, and firepit, overlooking fern gardens and backing to 8 acres of dedicated forest preserve. Spacious kitchen features maple cabinets, vast counter space and center isle, travertine floors, stainless steel appliances (including Viking stove and Bosch dishwasher), reverse-osmosis filtered water system, and a walk-in pantry. First-floor primary bedroom boasts travertine flooring, 2 walk-in closets, a spacious private bathroom with a double-sized whirlpool tub, separate shower, and sliders to expansive deck and yard. First-floor office features wood floors, storage closet, and a large window overlooking the front yard. Large first-floor laundry room with new floors gives access to the 2.5-car attached garage containing workshop, shelves, cabinets, and epoxy floors. Open staircase leading to 2 of the 4 bedrooms and a "bridge" that leads to a large, open, newly-carpeted bonus room/loft with two closets. One of the upstairs bedrooms boasts a large walk-in closet that leads to an attic for more generous storage space. The 4th bedroom has a dedicated HVAC perfect for an inlaw arrangement or separate living space/bedroom, playroom, art or music studio. Backyard also features a sculptured metal garden wall, lush landscaping and trees, and occasional wildlife. Newer roof within 5 years. Super engineered drain tiles surround the 5-foot-deep, dry, leak-free crawl space under entire home. Zoned HVAC that's been routinely maintenanced. HOA dock/pier is next to the marina with launch. The neighborhood sidewalks lead to a quaint downtown Algonquin known for arts fairs, festivals, concerts, farmer's markets, parks, fishing, shops, nature trails, and many great restaurants, less than a mile away. Within 5 miles of small shopping plazas and major commuter ways. Less than 10 minutes to the Metra. Award-winning district 300 schools! Grab it while you can. This one's coming in hot!
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #11104980
Jul 30, 2021
Listing Removed
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Jun 22, 2021
Price Changed
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May 29, 2021
Listed (New)
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Public Records
Jun 9, 2005
Sold
$426,200
$110/sq ft
Public Records
Aug 27, 2001
Sold
$55,000
$14/sq ft
Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$13,001 (+7.2%)
$36,182 + $148,711
$184,893
2024
$12,127 (+5.8%)
$33,468 + $137,555
$171,023
2023
$11,465 (−5.8%)
$29,933 + $123,026
$152,959
2022
$12,166 (+4.3%)
$19,403 + $133,454
$152,857
2021
$11,660 (+2.8%)
$18,076 + $124,328
$142,404
2020
$11,346 (−1.5%)
$17,436 + $119,927
$137,363
2019
$11,521 (+4.7%)
$16,688 + $114,785
$131,473
2018
$11,005 (+1.9%)
$15,416 + $106,037
$121,453
2017
$10,796 (+1.3%)
$15,416 + $106,037
$121,453
2016
$10,653 (+1.9%)
$14,523 + $99,894
$114,417
2015
$10,459 (+7.3%)
$13,621 + $93,692
$107,313
2013
$9,751 (+1.7%)
$12,706 + $84,414
$97,120
2012
$9,592 (+4.1%)
$13,544 + $89,984
$103,528
2011
$9,213 (+5.3%)
$14,893 + $98,949
$113,842
2010
$8,752 (+2.6%)
$15,916 + $105,749
$121,665
2008
$8,533 (+5.0%)
$15,916 + $118,313
$134,229
2007
$8,128
$15,476 + $115,046
$130,522
Public record
Beds
3
Baths
2.5
Stories
1.5
Lot width
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Lot depth
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Lot size
0.59 Acres
Year renovated
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Finished Sq. Ft.
3,464
Unfinished Sq. Ft.
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Total Sq. Ft.
3,464
Year built
2002
Style
Single Family Residential
County
McHenry County
APN
19-27-405-011
Parking Spaces
—
Basement
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Accessible
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HOA Dues
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Garage
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Features
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Last updated by owner on Jun 15, 2026.
Climate risks
1/10 Flood Factor
Minimal risk of a flood reaching the building in the next 30 years
1/10 Fire Factor
Unlikely to be in a wildfire in next 30 years
2/10 Heat Factor
7 days above 101° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
1% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
1 unhealthy days expected this year, 2 days in 30 years
Provided by First Street
Historical weather
Algonquin, IL • 60102
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Sun exposure
88/ 100
Very good sunlight
Sunscore
There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
9.8 hrs
6.1 hrs
JuneDecember
Provided by Shadowmap
Redfin Estimate for 1004 N Harrison St
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $359,000 and $620,000.
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