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579 Kennedy St, Marengo, IL, 60152

5beds
5baths
3,000sqft
$415,000
$138price/sqft
$3,329/moest. monthly cost
$133,160/yrincome needed

About This Home

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.

Getting Around

7
WalkingCar-Dependent
0
TransitVery Limited Transit
30
BikeSomewhat Bikeable

Schools

8/10
Locust Elementary SchoolGrades PK-31.2 mi
8/10
Marengo High SchoolGrades 9-121.8 mi

Construction

Condition

  • Year built: 2003

Materials

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Asphalt
  • Construction materials: Aluminum Siding

Type & Style

  • Home type: SingleFamily
  • Architectural style: Colonial
  • Property subType: Single Family Residence

Interior

Appliances

  • Appliances included: Range,Microwave,Dishwasher,Refrigerator,Washer,Dryer
  • Laundry features: Upper Level,Gas Dryer Hookup

Basement

  • Has basement: Yes
  • Basement: Finished,Rec/Family Area,Full

Bedroom2

  • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 144
  • Dimensions: 12X12

Bedroom3

  • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 132
  • Dimensions: 11X12

Bedroom4

  • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 120
  • Dimensions: 12X10

Bedroom5

  • Features: Flooring (Tile)
  • Level: Basement
  • Area: 255
  • Dimensions: 17X15

Bedrooms & Bathrooms

  • Bedrooms: 5
  • Bathrooms: 5
  • Full bathrooms: 4
  • 1/2 bathrooms: 1

Dining Room

  • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 132
  • Dimensions: 12X11

Family Room

  • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 294
  • Dimensions: 21X14

Features

  • Flooring: Hardwood

Heating & Cooling

  • Heating features: Natural Gas
  • Cooling features: Central Air

Interior Area

  • Total structure area: 0
  • Total interior livable area: 3,000 sqft

Kitchen

  • Features: Kitchen (Eating Area-Breakfast Bar,Eating Area-Table Space,Pantry),Flooring (Hardwood)
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 192
  • Dimensions: 16X12

Laundry

  • Level: Second
  • Area: 45
  • Dimensions: 9X5

Living Room

  • Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
  • Level: Main
  • Area: 120
  • Dimensions: 12X10

Master Bedroom

  • Features: Flooring (Hardwood),Bathroom (Full,Double Sink,Tub & Separate Shwr)
  • Level: Second
  • Area: 500
  • Dimensions: 25X20

Play Room

  • Features: Flooring (Tile)
  • Level: Basement
  • Area: 180
  • Dimensions: 15X12

Recreation Room

  • Features: Flooring (Tile)
  • Level: Basement
  • Area: 260
  • Dimensions: 20X13

Property

Accessibility

  • Accessibility features: No Disability Access

Details

  • Parcel number: 1135332028
  • Special condition: None

Features

  • Stories: 2
  • Patio & porch: Patio
  • Exterior features: Fire Pit
  • Fencing: Fenced,Wood

Lot

  • Lot size: 0.25 Acres
  • Features: Garden,Level
  • Lot size dimensions: 80x132x80x132

Parking

  • Total spaces: 2.5
  • Parking features: Asphalt,Garage Door Opener,Garage,Yes,Garage Owned,Attached
  • Has garage: Yes
  • Attached garage spaces: 2.5
  • Covered spaces: 2.5
  • Has uncovered spaces: Yes

Climate Risk is Financial Risk

Every home has a financial story beyond the listing price. Below, you’ll see the climate risks that could affect this property — and in Bills & Affordability, how those risks may influence repairs, insurance, utilities, and long-term value.

Biggest Threats for This Home

  • Tornado
    TornadoVery High
  • Cold Wave
    Cold WaveRelatively High
  • Inland Flooding
    Inland FloodingRelatively High
  • Drought
    DroughtModerate
  • Hail
    HailModerate
  • Lightning
    LightningModerate
  • Strong Wind
    Strong WindModerate
  • Winter Weather
    Winter WeatherModerate

How This Home’s Risks Compare

Tornado
Cold Wave
Inland Flooding
Drought
Hail
Lightning
Strong Wind
Winter Weather

FEMA Declared Disasters Across Illinois Counties

Flood
Other
Severe Storm
Straight Line Winds
Tornado

Understanding the Costs

Financial advisors generally recommend spending no more than 30% of your gross household income on housing costs. In practice, many households stretch to 35% or beyond — especially in high-cost markets.

Estimated Costs Today

MonthlyAnnual
Mortgage $2,098$25,176
Home Insurance *$220$2,640
Property Taxes $781$9,372
Electricity $230$2,768
Total$3,329$39,948
*Does not include cost of any FAIR Plan premiums

Income You'd Need if You Spent...

35% on housing$114,137/yr
40% on housing$99,870/yr
45% on housing$88,773/yr

Illinois FAIR Plan Programs

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Current Policies
Residential: 1,961Commercial: 62
Total Premiums$4.35M
Total Exposure$370.02M

How Costs Could Change Over Time

Climate risk is quickly impacting all of the major home ownership costs. Adjust the growth rates and percentage of income spent on housing below to see how your housing costs could change over the next 10 years — and what income you'd need to keep up.

Insurance Growth Rate5-year average: 13.0%
13.0%
0%30.0%
Electricity Growth Rate10-year average: 5.5%
5.5%
0%15.0%
Property Taxes Growth Rate2-year average: -1.4%
-1.4%
0%15.0%
Income Spent on Housing
30%
30%45%

Comparing Against the Market

Price Per Sq Ft

$138This listing

vs Other Active Listings

Avg $/sqft

ZIP 60152$177
McHenry County$201

vs Homes Sold Last Month

Median $/sqft

ZIP 60152$175
McHenry County$187

Current Market Trends

Median Price Per Square Foot

The median price per square foot of homes sold in this area each month. Compare this to this listing's price per square foot to gauge whether the home is priced in line with recent sales.

Historicals for This Listing

Zestimate History ($/sqft)

Price History

DateEventPrice
2026-06-10Price change$415,000
2026-05-28Listed for sale$435,000
2017-07-14Sold$221,400
2017-05-30Pending sale$219,900
2017-05-22Listed for sale$219,900
2004-03-10Sold$220,800
2003-08-15Sold$48,000

For Sale by Agent

AgentMary Tolford
BrokerageBaird & Warner

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