Welcome to your private oasis on the Fox River. This fully renovated 4-bedroom, 2-bath home offers over 2,200 square feet of single-level living on a .56-acre lot with nearly 100 feet of private river frontage and direct access to the Chain O'Lakes. The home underwent a top-to-bottom renovation, taking it down to the studs, with updates to drywall, hardwood flooring, electrical, plumbing, and high-end finishes throughout. The gourmet kitchen features travertine floors, granite countertops, stainless steel appliances, and a gas range, opening to a dining area with a wet bar and wine cooler. The living room is anchored by a wood-burning fireplace, creating a warm and inviting space. The primary suite offers a spa-like bath with double vanities, a separate shower, whirlpool tub, and heated floors, which are also featured in the second bathroom. The home is equipped with a $50,000 Control4 whole-home audio system, including integrated, ceiling-mounted home theater and individual room controls. Outdoor living is exceptional, highlighted by an approximately $100,000 Unilock paver patio with a 500,000 BTU natural gas fire pit and a fully equipped outdoor kitchen. Features include a Twin Eagles grill, stainless griddle, infrared burner, warming drawer, outdoor refrigerator and sink, Traeger grill, and a handcrafted Italian Alfa pizza oven valued at approximately $3,000. A private pier and expansive lawn offer nearly 100 feet of river frontage and direct access to endless Fox River and Chain O'Lakes recreation. A rare turnkey riverfront offering that seamlessly combines luxury finishes, smart-home technology, and extraordinary outdoor living.
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$749,000
501 S Emerald Dr, McHenry, IL 60051
4beds
2,200sqft
Single Family Residence
Built in 1953
0.57 Acres Lot
$757,200 Zestimate®
$340/sqft
$2,847 Estimated rent
Home value
$757,200
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Luxury finishesPrivate pierIntegrated ceiling-mounted home theaterExpansive lawnExtraordinary outdoor livingIndividual room controlsTop-to-bottom renovation
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Listed by:
Pat Smarto, ABR,CNC,e-PRO,GRI,SFR,SRES (708)220-6233,
Lakes Realty Group,
Michelle Goldstein 708-220-6233,
Lakes Realty Group
Bought with:
Kim Alden
Compass
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID,MLS#: 12553554
Facts & features
Interior
Bedrooms & bathrooms
- Bedrooms: 4
- Bathrooms: 2
- Full bathrooms: 2
Rooms
- Room types: Foyer, Screened Porch
Primary bedroom
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood), Bathroom (Full, Double Sink, Whirlpool & Sep Shwr)
- Level: Main
- Area: 210 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X14
Bedroom 2
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 180 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X12
Bedroom 3
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 144 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 12X12
Bedroom 4
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 100 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 10X10
Dining room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 270 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 18X15
Foyer
- Features: Flooring (Travertine)
- Level: Main
- Area: 91 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 13X7
Kitchen
- Features: Kitchen (Island, Granite Counters), Flooring (Travertine)
- Level: Main
- Area: 224 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 16X14
Laundry
- Features: Flooring (Ceramic Tile)
- Level: Main
- Area: 88 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 11X8
Living room
- Features: Flooring (Hardwood)
- Level: Main
- Area: 315 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 21X15
Screened porch
- Level: Main
- Area: 165 Square Feet
- Dimensions: 15X11
Heating
- Natural Gas, Radiant Floor
Cooling
- Central Air
Appliances
- Included: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Wine Refrigerator, Water Softener
- Laundry: Main Level, In Unit, Sink
Features
- Wet Bar, 1st Floor Bedroom, 1st Floor Full Bath, Open Floorplan, Granite Counters
- Flooring: Hardwood, Wood
- Windows: Window Treatments, Drapes
- Basement: Crawl Space,Partial
- Number of fireplaces: 1
- Fireplace features: Wood Burning, Living Room
Interior area
- Total structure area: 0
- Total interior livable area: 2,200 sqft
Property
Parking
- Total spaces: 2
- Parking features: Garage Door Opener, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Garage
- Garage spaces: 2
- Has uncovered spaces: Yes
Accessibility
- Accessibility features: No Disability Access
Features
- Stories: 1
- Exterior features: Dock, Lighting
- Has view: Yes
- View description: Water, Back of Property
- Has water view: Yes
- Water view: Water,Back of Property
- Waterfront features: River Front, Waterfront
Lot
- Size: 0.57 Acres
- Dimensions: 264x36x61x257x95
- Features: Cul-De-Sac, Water Rights, Views
Details
- Parcel number: 1401126031
- Special conditions: None
- Other equipment: Water-Softener Owned, Ceiling Fan(s), Sump Pump
Construction
Type & style
- Home type: SingleFamily
- Property subtype: Single Family Residence
Materials
- Brick
Condition
- New construction: No
- Year built: 1953
Utilities & green energy
- Sewer: Septic Tank
- Water: Well
Community & HOA
Community
- Features: Lake, Water Rights, Street Paved
- Security: Carbon Monoxide Detector(s)
- Subdivision: Emerald Park
HOA
- Services included: None
Location
- Region: Mchenry
Financial & listing details
- Price per square foot: $340/sqft
- Tax assessed value: $385,899
- Annual tax amount: $10,234
- Date on market: 2/6/2026
- Listing terms: Conventional
- Ownership: Fee Simple
- Has irrigation water rights: Yes
Price history
| Date | Event | Price |
|---|---|---|
| 5/15/2026 | Sold | $749,000$340/sqft |
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| 2/11/2026 | Contingent | $749,000$340/sqft |
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| 2/6/2026 | Listed for sale | $749,000+44.9%$340/sqft |
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| 6/25/2021 | Sold | $517,000+135%$235/sqft |
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| 6/27/2013 | Sold | $220,000-12%$100/sqft |
Source: MRED as distributed by MLS GRID #07944132 Report a problem | ||
| 11/3/2012 | Price change | $249,900-3.8%$114/sqft |
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| 10/31/2012 | Listed for sale | $259,900-5.5%$118/sqft |
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| 9/13/2012 | Listing removed | $275,000$125/sqft |
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| 6/13/2012 | Price change | $275,000-5.2%$125/sqft |
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| 11/23/2011 | Listed for sale | $290,000-17.1%$132/sqft |
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| 8/31/2011 | Listing removed | $350,000$159/sqft |
Source: CENTURY 21 Roberts and Andrews #07692512 Report a problem | ||
| 6/5/2011 | Price change | $350,000-12.5%$159/sqft |
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| 6/1/2009 | Price change | $399,999-8.9%$182/sqft |
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| 7/8/2008 | Price change | $439,000-5.8%$200/sqft |
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| 4/18/2008 | Listed for sale | $465,900$212/sqft |
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Public tax history
| Year | Property taxes | Tax assessment |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $10,234 +2.1% | $128,633 +11.5% |
| 2023 | $10,023 +6.5% | $115,355 +9.3% |
| 2022 | $9,414 +10.6% | $105,492 +6.7% |
| 2021 | $8,516 +2.6% | $98,905 +4.8% |
| 2020 | $8,300 | $94,392 +5.2% |
| 2019 | -- | $89,743 +6.5% |
| 2018 | $8,412 +1.8% | $84,298 +4.4% |
| 2017 | $8,265 -6.3% | $80,761 +4.8% |
| 2016 | $8,825 | $77,055 +5.1% |
| 2013 | $8,825 | $73,334 -34.6% |
| 2011 | -- | $112,076 -7.2% |
| 2010 | -- | $120,745 -6.1% |
| 2009 | -- | $128,576 |
| 2008 | -- | $128,576 +7.7% |
| 2006 | -- | $119,359 +4.7% |
| 2005 | $6,753 +10.4% | $113,990 +6.3% |
| 2004 | $6,114 +2.5% | $107,214 +6.1% |
| 2003 | $5,968 +1.8% | $101,003 +6.5% |
| 2002 | $5,863 +6.6% | $94,883 +3.9% |
| 2001 | $5,499 +2% | $91,295 +4.4% |
| 2000 | $5,394 | $87,431 |
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Neighborhood: 60051
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Nearby schools
GreatSchools rating
- 7/10Edgebrook Elementary SchoolGrades: PK-3Distance: 1.4 mi
- 6/10Mchenry Middle SchoolGrades: 6-8Distance: 2.1 mi
- NAMcHenry Community High SchoolGrades: 9-12Distance: 1.6 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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