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8911 Ramble Rd
Wonder Lake, IL, 60097 • 60097 • McHenry County
$225,000
$274/sqft
Down payment assistance available
2Beds
1Baths
820Sqft
0.16 acLot
1962Built
Property DNA
Ranch Style
Built 1962 · 64 years of history
Highland Shores
60097
2-Car Garage
Concrete · Yes · Garage Owned · Detached · Off Street · Garage
Hardwood Floors
Quality flooring throughout
Just Listed
Listed Apr 9, 2026
Market activity
Demand and pricing signals for this listing
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$274/sqft
Price per square foot
About this home
Single Family · Built 1962
Charming, affordable ranch offering easy, low-maintenance living in a beautifully cared-for setting. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath home packs plenty of value into its 820 square feet, featuring hardwood floors throughout and a functional layout that makes the most of every inch. The full basement offers additional space with a partially finished area-perfect for a rec room, home office, or extra storage. Outside, you'll find a spacious, fully fenced yard that truly stands out. The seller has thoughtfully cultivated stunning perennial gardens that provide vibrant blooms from spring through fall, creating a private and colorful outdoor retreat. This home has been well maintained, with key updates including new windows in 2021 and a new electrical panel in 2022. The seller is also currently adding a new rear deck, enhancing the outdoor living space even further. Enjoy the added benefit of nearby resident beach access, offering a great spot to relax, swim, and take in the water just moments from home. A 2-car detached garage adds convenience and extra storage, rounding out this well-maintained property. A great opportunity for buyers seeking comfort, charm, and affordability all in one.
Standout features identified
Our analysis highlights spacious fully fenced yard, functional layout, and hardwood floors throughout as key attractions of this home.
Estimated monthly payment
Based on current rates
$1,492/month
Principal & Interest$1,182
Property Tax$225
Insurance$75
HOA$10
Down payment20% ($45,000)
3%50%
Est. 6.88% rate · 30yr fixed · $180,000 loan
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Key facts and listing details
TypeSingle Family Residence
Year Built1962
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
Parking2 Garage spaces
HOA$114 annually
Lot6,969 sqft
Days on Zillow0
Price/sqft$274
Property
Home typeSingle Family
Sub-typeSingle Family Residence
StyleRanch
Year built1962
Stories1
Systems
HeatingNatural Gas, Forced Air
CoolingCentral Air
RoofAsphalt
ConstructionVinyl Siding
Water / SewerPublic / Septic Tank
Parking & Outdoor
ParkingConcrete, Yes, Garage Owned, Detached, Off Street, Garage
Garage2 spaces
BasementPartially Finished,Full
Lot6,969 sqft
Location & Tax
Neighborhood60097
Annual tax$3,326
Parcel0813304008
Bathrooms & Fees
Full baths1
HOA$10/mo
Features & details
8 categories of property features
Interior Features
Appliances
Range
Refrigerator
Washer
Dryer
Flooring
Hardwood
Heating
Natural Gas
Forced Air
Cooling
Central Air
Laundry
In Unit
Accessibility
No Disability Access
Exterior Features
Parking
Concrete
Yes
Garage Owned
Detached
Off Street
Garage
Construction
Vinyl Siding
Room details
19 rooms detailed
Master Bedroom
Main11×11 ft121 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom2
Main11×10 ft110 sqft
Flooring (Hardwood)
Bedroom3
Bedroom4
Other
Other
Listing insights
Market data and value estimates
StatusFor Sale
Est. value$221,900
Est. rent$2,089/mo
Tax rate2.25%
Price/sqft$274
On marketApr 9, 2026
PostedApr 9, 2026
Last sold$127,000
MLS statusNew
MLS updatedApr 9, 2026
Tour days9
Views114
Favorites9
How are the schools in Wonder Lake?
3 schools rated nearby
Location
Wonder Lake, IL, 60097
Price history
4 events
DateEventPrice$/sqftSource
Apr 9, 2026Listed For Sale$225,000$274MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Mar 24, 2021Listing Removed——Owner
Jul 17, 2018Sold$127,000$155Public Record
May 22, 2018Listed For Sale$127,200$155Owner
Listed For Sale$225,000
Apr 9, 2026•$274/sqft•MRED as distributed by MLS GRID
Listing Removed—
Mar 24, 2021•Owner
Sold$127,000
Jul 17, 2018•$155/sqft•Public Record
Listed For Sale$127,200
May 22, 2018•$155/sqft•Owner
Tax history
21 years of records
YearTax paidAssessed value
Apr 9, 2024$3,326$51,654
Apr 9, 2023$3,213$47,238
Apr 9, 2022$2,154$30,626
Apr 9, 2021$2,031$28,494
Apr 9, 2020$1,946$27,017
Apr 9, 2019—$25,437
Apr 9, 2018$2,319$23,864
Apr 9, 2017$2,295$22,397
Apr 9, 2016$2,332$21,026
Apr 9, 2013$2,332$20,831
Apr 9, 2011—$38,366
Apr 9, 2010—$45,166
Apr 9, 2009—$47,730
Apr 9, 2008—$47,730
Apr 9, 2006—$44,537
Apr 9, 2005$2,679$41,383
Apr 9, 2004$2,602$38,489
Apr 9, 2003$2,482$36,283
Apr 9, 2002$2,400$34,369
Apr 9, 2001$2,290$32,738
Apr 9, 2000$2,200$32,002
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Neighborhood details
Local context around this listing
Wonder Lake, IL • McHenry County
Nearby cities
AlgonquinBarrington HillsCaryCrystal LakeHarvardHuntleyLake in the HillsMarengo
Nearby zip codes
60097
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