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About this home
A home full of possibilities in a wonderful location! This spacious home offers an exciting opportunity to create your dream home, with generous living spaces, standout features, and a beautiful nearly one-acre lot in a convenient Harvard location. The owner began renovation, and is leaving the next owner with the opportunity to add their own finishing touches and make it truly their own. The oversized kitchen is a showstopper, with beautiful cabinets, stainless steel appliances, and plenty of room to cook, gather, and entertain. There's room for everyone to spread out, with a spacious living room perfect for relaxing and a cozy sitting area that adds extra charm. One of the highlights is the new first-floor primary bedroom, featuring a big bathroom currently shared with the office (which has its own unfinished bath area). Upstairs, you'll find two generously sized bedrooms and a full bathroom that just needs a some finishing touches. The mostly finished basement adds even more versatility, with an office, recreation room, bath and additional spaces ready to become whatever you envision - a hobby room, home gym, game room, or creative retreat. And then there's the location! Set on a gorgeous nearly one acre lot, this property is right next to Harvard Junior High School and Harvard High School, with Jefferson Elementary just a couple of blocks away. Enjoy the feeling of space and a quieter setting while remaining close to local conveniences and exciting destinations. Looking for summer fun? Beautiful Fontana and Lake Geneva are only about 15 minutes away! Commuters and city lovers will appreciate Harvard's Metra connection to Chicago, making the train ride an opportunity to relax, read, or simply enjoy the journey. Rockford, Madison, Milwaukee, and other Wisconsin destinations are also within convenient driving distance. There's plenty of room to dream, grow, and make this property your own. The city has agreed to allow a garage on the front of the property, offering an additional possibility for the future. A little vision can go a long way! If you've been looking for a home with space, character, a desirable location, and the opportunity to personalize it to your taste, home is ready for its next chapter. Bring your ideas and discover the possibilities!
This home is located on a gorgeous almost 1 acre lot that is set back off the road with mature trees. Near the hospital, library, pool, and is walking distance to both the junior high and high school. LARGER THAN IT LOOKS; It boasts 4+ bedrooms with gorgeous hardwood floors, formal dining room and large eat in kitchen. Also it has a 1st floor laundry, 1st floor full bathroom and dining room could be a 1st floor bedroom. Also on the main level there's a living room, office/entry area, family room and kitchen. There are 3 bedrooms and a full bath upstairs. The basement is mostly finished with a bedroom, den/office, huge rec room, updated half bath and garage access. Newer roof, newer windows on the 2nd floor, 6 yr old boiler, and new hot water heater. Large Deck to enjoy the beautifully maintained yard and an Asphalt driveway. Pool Table/Ping Pong Table included!
MRED as Distributed by MLS Grid #09805700
May 30, 2018
Listing Removed
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Year
Property tax
Land + Additions
Assessment*
2025
$4,022 (+2.7%)
$12,722 + $43,239
$55,961
2024
$3,917 (+7.1%)
$11,752 + $39,944
$51,696
2023
$3,657 (+22.1%)
$10,624 + $36,109
$46,733
2022
$2,996 (+5.8%)
$10,624 + $25,832
$36,456
2021
$2,832 (+3.0%)
$9,894 + $24,057
$33,951
2020
$2,750 (+6.5%)
$9,419 + $22,903
$32,322
2019
$2,583 (−25.0%)
$8,814 + $21,433
$30,247
2018
$3,445 (+3.4%)
$8,815 + $21,921
$30,736
2017
$3,332 (+3.3%)
$8,815 + $21,921
$30,736
2016
$3,226 (+74.3%)
$7,942 + $19,750
$27,692
2015
$1,851 (+1.8%)
$7,497 + $18,643
$26,140
2013
$1,818 (−3.3%)
$7,509 + $18,672
$26,181
2012
$1,879 (−52.8%)
$7,793 + $19,377
$27,170
2011
$3,986 (+2.2%)
$8,839 + $30,053
$38,892
2010
$3,899 (+30.2%)
$9,598 + $32,634
$42,232
2008
$2,995 (−8.2%)
$10,838 + $36,850
$47,688
2007
$3,262
$10,617 + $42,019
$52,636
Public record
Public record
Zoning
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Lot size
0.87 Acres
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Style
Single Family Residential
County
McHenry County
APN
01-25-352-020
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Last updated by owner on Oct 9, 2026.
R1
Large Lot Residential District
The R-1 Large Lot Residential District is intended to accommodate single-family residences on larger lots of at least 13,000 sq ft.
Permitted uses
Include but are not limited to:
Religious facility
Housing-Group
Housing-Single unit
Public service
Park & open space
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 102° expected this year, 14 days in 30 years
2/10 Wind Factor
0% chance of strong winds in next 30 years
2/10 Air Factor
0 unhealthy days expected this year, 1 days in 30 years
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Historical weather
Harvard, IL • 60033
Average low and high temperatures (°F)
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Sun exposure
94/ 100
Exceptional sunlight
Sunscore
This home receives average direct sun exposure in Harvard. There appears to be minimal shading by surrounding buildings, terrain, and vegetation.
10.5 hrs
6 hrs
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Redfin Estimate for 1205 Garfield St
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Nearby homes have recently sold between $242,500 and $318,000.
Nearby comparable homes
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