$329,000

622 Telegraph Street, Marengo, IL 60152

  • 4 beds |
  • 3 baths |
  • 2,654 sqft
  • Property Icon Single-Family Home
  • Property Year Built Icon Built in 1834
  • Property Lot Size Icon —— sqft lot
  • Property Parking Icon —— car garage
  • Property Price Per Square Feet Icon $124/sqft
  • Property List Date Icon Listed 11 days ago

Property Description

Step back in time with this rare opportunity to own one of McHenry County's oldest and most storied homes. Built circa 1834, this Italianate-style estate blends timeless architecture with extraordinary potential - set on more than two acres within Marengo city limits. Featuring nearly 2,654 sq ft of living space, this landmark residence showcases tall ceilings, intricate millwork, a marble fireplace, a grand staircase, and generously sized rooms filled with character and history. Outdoors, you'll find an in-ground pool, detached pool house, mature trees, and an expansive private setting rarely found at this price point. While the property significant renovation, much of its original charm remains intact - offering a blank canvas for a restorer, investor, or visionary homeowner ready to bring it back to life. Imagine blending 19th-century craftsmanship with today's modern comforts and creating a truly iconic estate. Recently appraised well above the current asking range, this historic treasure is being offered as-is - a remarkable opportunity to revive a piece of Marengo's architectural heritage. 622 Telegraph Street | Historic charm. Endless potential. Ready for its next chapter.

Listing Status:
Active
Listing Office:
CENTURY 21 New Heritage : 815-790-0835
Listing Agent:
Tamara Berman : 815-790-0835
MLS ID:
12491753
  • Rooms: No additional rooms
  • Basement: CellarPartial
  • A/C: Wall Unit(s)
  • Heating: Natural GasForced Air
  • Fireplace: Fireplaces: 1
  • Disability Feature: None
  • Style: Other
  • Parking: GravelYesParking spaces: 2
  • General: 2 Stories
  • HOA Amenities: PoolNot Applicable
  • Originating MLS: mred
  • School District: 165
  • County: McHenry
  • Zoning: 1125384020
  • Water: Well
  • Sewer: Septic Tank
  • Source: mred
  • Ownership: Fee Simple

This listing courtesy of Tamara Berman, CENTURY 21 New Heritage

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Location

Schools Nearby

U

Ulysses S Grant Intermediate School

816 E Grant Hwy, Marengo, IL, 60152

Grades 4-5

0.82 miles away

M

Marengo Community Middle School

816 E Grant Hwy, Marengo, IL, 60152

Grades 6-8

0.78 miles away

Disclaimer: School and School District information courtesy of the National Center for Education Statistics (NCES). School boundaries may change. Proximity to listed schools does not guarantee enrollment eligibility. Contact the school district for more information and exact boundaries.

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