Welcome to the kind of home that rewards vision. Let's be honest, this one isn't Instagram worthy at the moment. But for the buyer who can see potential where others see projects, this little ranch might just be the best opportunity on the market. Situated on a generous corner lot on the east side of Wonder Lake and located in the highly sought-after McHenry School District, this 2-bedroom, 1-bath ranch is bursting with creative vision for the right buyer. Whether you're a first-time homeowner ready to roll up your sleeves, an investor searching for your next project, or a savvy flipper with an eye for possibility, this is your chance to create something special. Picture summer evenings spent relaxing on the deck overlooking the large backyard, weekend projects transforming each room into your dream space, and the satisfaction that comes from turning hard work into instant equity. This isn't a move-in-ready masterpiece...yet. But if you're not afraid of a little sweat equity and can appreciate the potential hiding beneath the surface, this could be the opportunity you've been waiting for. Home sold AS IS
Contingent
$235,000
2801 Benjamin Dr, Wonder Lake, IL 60097
2beds
1,128sqft
:
Get pre-qualified$1,834/mo
Single Family Residence
Built in 1959
-- sqft lot
$240,200 Zestimate®
$208/sqft
$-- HOA
What's special
Generous corner lotLarge backyard
- 38 days |
- 102 |
- 1 |
Likely to sell faster than
Zillow last checked:
Listing updated:
Listed by:
Michaela Cooper 815-861-0253,
RE/MAX Plaza
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12685350
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 2
- Bathrooms: 1
- Full bathrooms: 1
Rooms
- Room types: No additional rooms
Primary bedroom
- Level: Main
- Area: 168 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 14X12
Bedroom 2
- Level: Main
- Area: 120 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X10
Dining room
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X18
Family room
- Level: Main
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X24
Kitchen
- Level: Main
- Area: 160 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X16
Laundry
- Level: Main
- Area: 12 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 3X4
Living room
- Level: Main
- Area: 288 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X24
Heating
- Natural Gas
Cooling
- Central Air
Features
- Basement: Crawl Space
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 1,128 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Yes, Attached, Garage
- Attached garage spaces: 2
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
Lot
- Dimensions: 100.1x157.9x100x158
Details
- Parcel number: 0919127024
- Special conditions: None
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Vinyl Siding
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1959
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Wonder Lake
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $208/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $187,890
- Annual tax amount: $4,720
- Date on market: 6/25/2026
- Ownership: Fee Simple w/ HO Assn.
Estimated market value
$240,200
$228,000 - $252,000
$1,794/mo
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 6/27/2026 | Contingent | $235,000$208/sqft |
Source:  MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12685350 Report a problem | ||
| 6/25/2026 | Listed for sale | $235,000+81.5%$208/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #12685350 Report a problem | ||
| 6/27/2003 | Sold | $129,500+16.7%$115/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
| 12/3/1999 | Sold | $111,000$98/sqft |
Source: Public Record Report a problem | ||
Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $4,506 +4.6% | $62,630 +11.6% |
| 2023 | $4,307 +13.1% | $56,110 +19.2% |
| 2022 | $3,810 +6.1% | $47,066 +7.4% |
| 2021 | $3,590 +3.9% | $43,832 +4.3% |
| 2020 | $3,454 | $42,005 +5.3% |
| 2019 | -- | $39,887 +15.2% |
| 2018 | $3,175 +4.9% | $34,616 +6.6% |
| 2017 | $3,028 +4.4% | $32,488 +7% |
| 2016 | $2,902 | $30,363 +9.6% |
| 2013 | $2,902 | $27,704 -15.5% |
| 2011 | -- | $32,792 -26.8% |
| 2010 | -- | $44,798 -7.2% |
| 2009 | -- | $48,264 -1.4% |
| 2008 | -- | $48,959 +25.4% |
| 2006 | -- | $39,041 +8.4% |
| 2005 | $1,961 +11.3% | $36,006 +6.9% |
| 2004 | $1,761 -2.7% | $33,695 +3.8% |
| 2003 | $1,809 -0.4% | $32,471 +4.8% |
| 2002 | $1,816 +4.5% | $30,990 +4.1% |
| 2001 | $1,738 +1% | $29,778 +3.4% |
| 2000 | $1,721 | $28,796 |
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Neighborhood: 60097
Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 5/10Valley View Elementary SchoolGrades: K-5Distance: 1.5 mi
- 7/10Parkland SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.4 mi
- NAMcHenry Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 4.6 mi
Schools provided by the listing agent
- District: 15
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID. This data may not be complete. We recommend contacting the local school district to confirm school assignments for this home.
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