501 South Emerald Drive

Off Market

501 South Emerald Drive

McHenry IL 60051

2200 sq. ft.

0.57 ac.

Single-Family

Last sold for $749,000

Patricia Smarto, last sold this property on 15 May 2026 after 97 days on market.

Overview

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.

Features

4 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

2 carspaces

2 garage spaces

2200 sq. ft. floor area

0.57 ac. lot size

Single-Family

Estimated Value

Based on this property and similar 4 bedroom single-family properties sold in McHenry over the last 12 months, the estimated median property value of 501 South Emerald Drive is $466k.

Median value

$466k

Estimated value range

$230k - $1.5m

Median days on market

Estimated value trend

10%

increase over the last 12 months

Average days on market is based on recent, comparable sales in McHenry. It is only an indication of the time a property is actively listed and should not be relied upon as an accurate representation of how soon a property will be sold.

Property history for 501 South Emerald Drive

2026

Sold

$749,000

15 May 2026 by Patricia Smarto, of Lakes Realty Group

2013

Sold

$220,000

27 Jun 2013 by Sean Ryan, of Ryan and Company REALTORS, Inc

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Local market activity for 4 bedroom single-family properties in McHenry

In the last 12 months, 86 four-bedroom single-family properties similar to 501 South Emerald Drive, have been sold.

This represents a 3% increase in four-bedroom single-family properties sales when compared to the previous 12 months.

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